I Found Life By Taking up The Cross

And whoever does not take his cross and follow me is not worthy of me. Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will find it. Matthew 10:38-39 ESV.

Dear Lord Jesus you are the anchor of my life and always will be. I can only find true meaning of living my life by taking up the cross which you had carried in order to impart eternal life to me. I know this cross is about obedience in you, faith in your Word, and love for you above all else. It may require me to learn to endure, suffer and persevere when face with unfavorable or difficult external conditions and circumstances. Thank you Lord for making me alive and my spirit shall be resurrected to live in your glorious presence throughout eternity. I give you praise Jesus.

No Need Camouflaging

So everyone who acknowledges me before men, I also will acknowledge before my Father who is in heaven, but whoever denies me before men, I also will deny before my Father who is in heaven. Matthew 10:32-33 ESV.

Dear Heavenly Father I thank you for yet another beautiful Monday for it reminds me of your steadfast love and great mercy which are new every morning. In Christ I receive this privilege of an ambassador to represen Jesus, so that His love and mercy shall reach out to so many who are truly seeking for permanent hope, peace and comfort in their life struggles. Father let my words and actions speak clearly of Christ and His love. I know I belong to you regardless of what is or will be happening. May I walk with you faithfully all the days of my life here on earth. In Jesus' wonderful name I give thanks.

My Destiny Is In Christ

And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell. Are not two sparrows sold for a penny? And not one of them will fall to the ground apart from your Father. But even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not, therefore; you are of more value than many sparrows. Matthew 10:28-31 ESV.

Dear Heavenly Father I know I am assured and again feel assured through this wonderful Word that my soul shall be eternally with you when my physical body eventually decays and returns to dust. Father you do take care of the details of all my practical needs, even as my soul rests in your abiding and peaceful presence. May my faith remain simple and heart pure. In Jesus' joyful name I give thanks again for this morning assurance.

In Tune With God Against Trickery of Worldly Seduction

Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so be wise as serpents and innocent as doves. Matthew 10:16 ESV..

Dear Heavenly Father I do face temptation, trial and testing everyday. Sometimes the path is pleasant and smooth, and at other times it is rough and even threatening. Help me to grow deeper in steadfast love for and faith in you, in both good and difficult times. May I learn more about the meaning of what it means to be in the world but not of the world. Thank you Father. In Jesus' name I pray.

Christ's Love Makes Giving Meaningful And Joyful

Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse lepers, cast out demons. You received without paying; give without pay. Matthew 10:8 (ESV)

Dear Heavenly Father make me a person with a giving heart deeply motivated by your love in me and for all humanity especially the sick and the poor. May you release the bountiful blessings of Heaven to the downtrodden and disillusioned, the depressed and the suicidal. O Father stretch forth your healing hand upon their sick bodies and regenerate their lifeless souls with this divine gift of agape love and forgiveness. I thank you Father for your abiding presence and daily providence. In Jesus' name I pray.

God's Calling Gives Me Life's Purpose, Plan And Power

And he called to him his twelve disciples and gave them authority over unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal every disease and every affliction. Matthew 10:1 ESV.

Dear Lord Jesus just as Peter and the Eleven are called to preach, heal and deliver, I know very well and clear that I am also called by you with a specific yet personal calling. I have indeed tasted your awesome and amazing love, and will continue to do so till I meet you face to face. I know I have a clear purpose of the direction here on earth and a consistent overall plan guided and empowered by the Spirit to fulfill all short and long term missions as the Day draws near. Gracious Lord my sincere desire is to be your loving and holy vessel to bring many, many lost souls to live with us throughout eternity. In your great and worthy name I pray.

Every Need Creates Opportunity For Glad Tidings

When he saw the crowds, he had compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then he said to his disciples, "The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest." Matthew 9:36-38 ESV

Dear Lord Jesus every human need that exists you see opportunity for great harvesting of souls to be ushered into the eternal Kingdom. Open my spiritual eyes Lord to see the true condition of every soul that crosses my path everyday. Help me to be sensitive to their needs so that they may experience your abundant goodness and great mercy. In Jesus' merciful name I pray.