Day 18 May 11, 2006
Read: Psalm 28
Reflection: The Lord is my Rock, the sure foundation upon which I rely. I call out to Him, to the One I know to be trustworthy and dependable. I call out to God in expectation, admitting complete reliance upon Him. I approach Him who is merciful and loving.
Adoration: I praise the Lord for He has heard my cry! I do know He always hears my prayers. When Jesus redeemed me He made me a new person. God placed His Spirit to live in me, making my body a temple where He dwells. He made a vested interest in my person and my life. God then began a special relationship with me. I am His child. I am assured He is eager to hear from me.
Confession: I’m ashamed of the times I’ve harbored malice in my heart. I confess that I have sinned with my hands, eyes and mouth. I admit I’ve failed to acknowledge what the Lord has done.
Thanksgiving: The Lord is my strength and my shield. He is present to help strengthen me when I am weak and to protect me with His shield in my battles against evil. In response, my heart leaps for joy! I break out in songs of praise and thanksgiving because of His mercy and help.
Supplication: May I continually hold the Lord in my heart, continually remember to go to Him in prayer, and continually rely upon Him and be faithful to Him.
Dear Lord God,
I acknowledge You are in my life. I confess and repent of my sins. I lift up my hands in prayer knowing that You hear me.
I am surrendered and devoted to You, Lord. Thank You for being a solid Rock for me to depend on. O Lord, carry me as a shepherd carries a lamb in his arms, protected and close to his heart.
Reveal Yourself and Your works to me in new ways. Let me join with You in what Your hands are doing.
Bring the gospel and salvation to Your people. Use me, Lord. May there be a widespread repentance and turning to You! Remove the spiritual barricades that hold people back from accepting You as Lord and Savior. May Your influence and victories increase throughout Tillamook county.
Lord, hear the cry of my heart. I want to know You better. Help me to break through to a closer walk with You, Jesus.
Amen.
Susie Barnes
Netarts Friends Church