Call upon the name of the Lord. Say “Jesus”
out loud. There is power in the name of the Lord. Just as He rescued David from
his enemies, including Saul, He will rescue you. He delights in you. Doesn’t
that make you feel special just to know that someone delights in you? I am so glad to be known by Jesus…to be part of His
family. Adopted into God’s family.
So now Jesus and the ones He makes holy have
the same Father. That is why Jesus is not ashamed to call them His brothers and
sisters. Hebrews 2:11.
Holy, pure…innocent. Do you see a common
theme there? Because of Jesus’ journey to the Cross—His sacrifice—we are seen
as holy before our Heavenly Father.
Call upon the name of Jesus. Just as Paul wrote to the Corinthians…you are
holy.
I am writing to God's church in Corinth, to
you who have been called by God to be His own holy people. He made you holy by
means of Christ Jesus, just as He did for all people everywhere who call on the
name of our Lord Jesus Christ, their Lord and ours. 1 Corinthians 1:2.
In the last few years I’ve learned that
there is great power in praying scripture—
and in quoting memorized verses.
Although I still remember my phone number from when I was a kid, I’ve always struggled with memorizing. With God's help, no one is too old to memorize
scripture. We don’t know when we’ll be without our Bibles, so if you have
scripture memorized—hidden in your heart—you have a great resources and power.
I have hidden your word in my heart, that I
might not sin against you. Psalm 119:11.
As with David, there is a promise…the Lord will reward you
for doing right. Memorize His Word—and use it in a prayer to Him.
Prayer
~ Dear Lord…You are my shepherd. You make me to lay down in green pastures, You
lead me beside still water—where I am safe. You renew my strength. You guide me
along right paths, bringing honor to Your name. Even when I walk through the valley
of the shadow of death, I will not be afraid, for You are close beside me. Your
rod and your staff protect and comfort me. You prepare a feast for me in the
presence of my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with oil. My cup
overflows with blessings. Surely Your goodness and unfailing love will pursue
me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the LORD forever. Psalm
23:1-6 (adapted from NLT). Jesus—You are my Lord. I praise You. Thank You for
delighting in me.
Daily
Bible Reading: March 6 – Numbers 26-27
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