2010-12-07

Today’s Verse:
"Much dreaming and many words are meaningless. Therefore stand in awe of God." - Ecclesiastes 5:7

Prayer for Today :

Heavenly Father,

Richard Burley's poem says "I see no point just now, in dreams." Well, there is a great deal of folly, in dreams, which most part of them are wither vain or insignificant, most importantly, there are many snares and temptations as well. We will be exposed in great danger if we believe any of them without seeking God's interpretation.

Father, "I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety." (Psalm 4:8) Father, protect us from dreaming the impossible, exposing us to lies, traps or satan's bait.

Father, we pray for courage as we begin a new day, for we understand that everyday is a fresh opportunity for us to work hard and play hard. Although, there is work to be done, burdens to be carried, feelings to be shared but there are also joy and happiness to be celebrated. Father, grant us the courage to be silent to angry words that may get us into trouble, grant us the boldness to persevere in turbulence.

Father, may we have the courage to follow Your guidance, may we have the strength to continue the path You have planned for us.

In Christ's glorious Name we pray, Amen.


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Peace Prayer
by Richard Burley

I see no point just now, in dreams.
Or vow the sun may shine tomorrow.
Who’s to thank for why it beams?
Who now fills the moon with sorrow?

I cannot see beyond that day’s
sacrifice, our dreams dismay.
Lives we thought we’d never lose,
forever lost...in sky so blue.

The river of terror now overflows.
Jobes’ levy nearly breached.
God’s cold wind of change now blows.
What ancient lesson will He re-teach?

So ask me not of dreams and plans.
They matter not, somehow.
Along with peace, in other lands,
pray for an end, to all wars now.