“Jesus said, ‘I want to answer your request. Be healed!'” (Matthew 8: 3)

God delights to answer when we ask expecting him to.

Father,

Thank you for always answering my prayers,

even though sometimes in ways I don’t expect.

Hear my heartfelt prayers and help me in my unbelief.

Let me see your answers even the ones I don’t expect.

Amen

“The rains poured, the rivers flooded, the wind howled beating against that house, yet, it stood strong and secure because it’s foundation was built on the solid rock.” (Matthew 7: 25)

Storms may threaten you but you are secure when your house is built on the rock.

Lord,

Thank you that when storms have blown I have rested secure in your house,

And no matter what storms may threaten I rest in peace knowing your house can’t be moved.

Keep me secure in the storms of life, keep me safe when the rain and wind threaten,

In the midst of the storm help me to focus on the strength of your house rather than of the storm.

Amen

“Everyone who listens to my words and follows them is wise like a person who builds his house on a strong foundation.” (Matthew 7: 24)

God’s word is the rock that gives foundation to your life but only when you trust it and follow it.

Father,

Thank you for your word which gives me faith and guides my steps,

As I read it I gain wisdom and as I believe it I gain strength.

When faced with decisions help me to focus on your word first,

And give me the confidence to believe it and live it.

Amen