Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice! Let your gentle spirit be known to all men. The Lord is near.
—Philippians 4:4-5 (NASB)
My Lord Jesus Christ,
Make me always mindful that You are near—for heartfelt knowledge of that truth will cause me to rejoice, and will inform my every interaction with those around me.
Your Word instructs me to rejoice in You always—to make You my delight and to find my pleasure in You, no matter what my circumstances are, or what situations I may face—confident that You are always near to help me.
May my knowledge of Your nearness also cause me to act out of a gentle spirit toward others—unselfishly showing mercy, grace, patience, kindness, and a loving allowance for the faults of others—while still standing up against all evil and injustice, and boldly speaking truth in love.
Help me to remember that not only are You near to help, but that the time of Your return is also near—so that I will be ready, and not be ashamed, when that time comes, and I will see You face to face.
Make me always mindful that You are near—for heartfelt knowledge of that truth will cause me to rejoice, and will inform my every interaction with those around me.
This I pray in Your Most Holy Name, Lord Jesus, Amen.
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