I rejoice in You, My Strength and Encourager, for when I was born You had a plan for my life. I was given a purpose which included service to You and others. Stop me from becoming distracted by what’s going on around me so that I do not lose my way or abandon the principles You’ve given me to live by. To be successful, I will strive to devote time each day to reflecting on the foundational truths You’ve laid out for me in Your Word. I want to learn more about You and Your ways so they will become a part of me and I can share them with others. I pray for a special anointing of the Holy Spirit that opens my eyes so I can see my path forward. I believe Your words are trustworthy and the foundation on which I am to build my life. Your Scriptures contain the teachings that prevent me from doubting Your power or faithfulness. I know that You are preparing me for my calling and I must be ready to do what you ask … even if it’s not convenient. I must also endeavor to remain open to the signs You send to guide me.
I know that Your efforts have been focused on preparing me for my future and enabling me to walk by faith. To increase my chances of success, I will hide Your Word in my heart so that I can become wise and loving like You. I am trusting that the things I learn from You will prove useful in correcting my bad behaviors and training me in righteous living. As I grow in faith, I will become thoroughly equipped for every type of good work to which You call me. To help me be on the alert to deal with whatever comes my way, You will share Your Wisdom with me … teach me to deal with and persevere through life’s struggles … help me cheerfully receive Your correction … encourage me to be courageous … show me how to practice patience in everything I do … and, listen carefully for Your instructions and then do what You ask me to do.
I need to be faithful to my calling, so show me how to … hold my head up high when things are not going my way … build up endurance to overcome the hardships I face … teach me how to do the work You’ve called me to do … and, help me maintain my focus on You rather than the distractions of my enemy. I want to become proficient in being cheerful, responsible and trustworthy in all that I say or do. When I have completed my work on earth, let those who know me say … he’s fought the good fight of faith … he finished his race … and, he kept the faith. As I go about my labors, I will look for Your coming and live my life each day as though it will be my last so that I can take my place with You in eternity. So, while I might be a little shaky in stepping out for You, I trust that You have prepared me and made me ready to do service for You and my fellow man. And it’s in Jesus’ name I pray. AMEN!!
Titus 3:1 Remind the people to be subject to authority, be obedient and be ready to do what is good …