Day 7 Scripture – 40 Days of Prayer #6

Day 7 Scripture – 40 Days of Prayer #6
08-23-08

PSALMS 94:12-13

12 Blessed is the man you discipline, O LORD,

the man you teach from your law;
13 you grant him relief from days of trouble,

till a pit is dug for the wicked.

At times, God must discipline us to help us. This is similar to a loving parent disciplining his child. The discipline is not very enjoyable to the child, but it is essential to teach him or her right from wrong. The Bible says that “no discipline is enjoyable while it is happening—it is painful! But afterward there will be a quiet harvest of right living for those who are trained in this way” (Hebrews 12:11). When you feel God’s hand of correction, accept it as proof of his love. Realize that God is urging you to follow his paths instead of stubbornly going your own way.

Dear Lord,
We thank you for all you have done, are doing and will do for us. We ask that as we read your WORD we also allow the WORD to read us! We humbly ask that you reveal to us what we need to know, as you intended and that we will go out into the world to bring you glory each and every day! In Jesus name we pray. AMEN.

Cheryl Burns
Director, Christ Community Center
Christ Community United Methodist Church
Director Family Ministries