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Morning Prayer: Thursday 29 Oct 2020 – Psalms (98) and Proverbs (29) ~ Sing: victory in Jesus!

Morning Prayer, Thursday, 29 Oct 2020

+ In the Name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Opening:

Almighty and everlasting God, you govern all things both in heaven and on earth: Mercifully hear the prayers of your people, and in our time grant us your peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

“O sing unto the LORD a new song, for he has done marvelous things.
With his own right hand and with his holy arm, he has won for himself the victory.”
(Psalm 98:1-2)

Preparation:

 Holy Spirit, breath of God and fire of love, I cannot pray without your aid: Kindle in me the fire of your love, and illumine me with your light; that with a steadfast will and holy thoughts I may approach the Father in spirit and in truth; through Jesus Christ my Lord, who reigns with you and the Father in eternal union. Amen.

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strong>Psalm 98 – Manna Media

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The New Cloverdale Psalter (2019 Update of 1535 Original) 

“Psalm 98”

1 O sing unto the LORD a new song, *
for he has done marvelous things.
2 With his own right hand and with his holy arm, *
he has won for himself the victory.
3 The LORD declared his salvation; *
his righteousness has he openly shown in the sight of the nations.
4 He has remembered his mercy and truth toward the house of Israel, *
and all the ends of the world have seen the salvation of our God.

5 Show yourselves joyful in the LORD, all you lands; *
sing, rejoice, and give thanks.
6 Praise the LORD with the harp; *
sing with the harp a psalm of thanksgiving.
7 With trumpets also and horns, *
O show yourselves joyful before the LORD, the King.

8 Let the sea make a noise, and all that is in it, *
the round world, and those who dwell therein.
9 Let the rivers clap their hands, and let the hills be joyful together before the LORD, *
for he has come to judge the earth.
10 With righteousness shall he judge the world, *
and the peoples with equity.
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Consider:

“O sing unto the LORD a new song, for he has done marvelous things.
With his own right hand and with his holy arm, he has won for himself the victory.”
(Psalm 98:1-2)

The work of our redemption and salvation by Christ is a work of wonder – a “marvelous thing”.

  • from its conception before all time… God knew you
  • to its completion in your lifetime… God loved you
  • and its consequences for eternity… God is with you

Christ himself has won the victory over sin and death – in you.

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Sing a new song: The LORD wins!

  • New creations in Christ – sing new songs to God’s glory
  • New recipients of grace – sing new songs of God’s mercy
  • New experiences of mercy – evoke new songs of thanksgiving
  • New life in Christ – enables believers to sing with the angels

“Unto us is born a Savior, which is Christ the Lord!”
“And He shall reign forever and ever!”

—John Boys.

Q: Has God put a new song in your heart?

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Proverbs (29) (The proverbs of Solomon)

2 When the godly are in authority, the people rejoice.
But when the wicked are in power, they groan.

4 A just king gives stability to his nation,
but one who demands bribes destroys it.

18 When people do not accept divine guidance, they run wild.
But whoever obeys the law is joyful.

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Prayer

+ Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of my heart by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that I may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy Name; through Christ my Lord. Amen.

+ Almighty God, you created us in your own image: Grant us grace to contend fearlessly against evil and to make no peace with oppression; and help us to use our freedom rightly in the establishment of justice in our communities and among the nations, to the glory of your holy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen.

+ Give me, O Lord, a steadfast heart, which no unworthy thought can drag down; an unconquered heart, which no tribulation can wear out; an upright heart, which no unworthy purpose can tempt aside. Bestow upon me understanding to know you, diligence to seek you, wisdom to find you, and faithfulness that finally may embrace you. Amen.

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Victory In Jesus – The Band Steele

Blessing

May the peace of the Lord Christ go with you, wherever He may send you.
May He guide you through the wilderness, protect you through the storm.
May He bring you home rejoicing at the wonders He has shown you.
May He bring you home rejoicing once again into our doors.

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+ In the Name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Morning Prayer: Tuesday 29 Sep 2020 – Psalms (47) and Proverbs (29) ~ Think about God’s Mighty Acts

Morning Prayer, Tuesday, 29 Sep 2020

+ In the Name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Opening:

O merciful Lord, grant to your faithful people pardon and peace,
that we may be cleansed from all our sins and serve you with a quiet mind;
through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and for ever. Amen.

“God is the King of all the earth;
think upon his mighty acts and praise him with a song.“
(Psalm 47:7)

Preparation:

 Holy Spirit, breath of God and fire of love, I cannot pray without your aid: Kindle in me the fire of your love, and illumine me with your light; that with a steadfast will and holy thoughts I may approach the Father in spirit and in truth; through Jesus Christ my Lord, who reigns with you and the Father in eternal union. Amen.

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The New Cloverdale Psalter (2019 Update of 1535 Original) 

Psalm 47

1 O clap your hands together, all you peoples; *
O cry aloud unto God with shouts of joy.
2 For the LORD Most High is to be feared; *
he is the great King over all the earth.
3 He shall subdue the peoples under us, *
and the nations under our feet.
4 He shall choose our inheritance for us, *
the pride of Jacob whom he loved.

5 God has gone up with a shout of triumph, *
the LORD with the sound of the trumpet.
6 O sing praises, sing praises unto our God; *
O sing praises, sing praises unto our King.
7 For God is the King of all the earth; *
think upon his mighty acts and praise him with a song.

8 God reigns over the nations; *
God sits on his holy throne.
9 The princes of the peoples are gathered with the people of the God of Abraham; *
for the mighty upon earth have become the servants of the Lord, and he is very highly exalted.

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“Jerusalem Shofar at Sunrise – Rabbi Shalom Gold

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Contemporary English Version (CEV)

Proverbs 29

18 Without guidance from God
law and order disappear,
but God blesses everyone
who obeys his Law.

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Consider:

“God is the King of all the earth;
think upon his mighty acts and praise him with a song.”
(Psalm 47:7)

“Think upon His Mighty Acts”

God’s Nine Mighty Acts in the Old Testament  (Christoph Barth)

  1. God created heaven and earth.
  2. God chose the Fathers of Israel.
  3. God brought Israel out of Egypt.
  4. God led his people through the wilderness.
  5. God Revealed Himself at Sinai.
  6. God granted Israel the Land of Canaan.
  7. God raised up kings in Israel.
  8. God chose Jerusalem.
  9. God Sent His Prophets.

God’s Mighty Act in Jesus

Long ago in many ways and at many times God’s prophets spoke his message to our ancestors. But now at last, God sent his Son to bring his message to us. God created the universe by his Son, and everything will someday belong to the Son. God’s Son has all the brightness of God’s own glory and is like him in every way. By his own mighty word, he holds the universe together. After the Son had washed away our sins, he sat down at the right side of the glorious God in heaven.   (Hebrews 1:1-3)

Profession of Faith: (The Nicene Creed)

We believe in one God,
the Father, the Almighty,
maker of heaven and earth,
of all that is, visible and invisible.

We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ,
the only-begotten Son of God,
eternally begotten of the Father,
God from God, Light from Light,
true God from true God,
begotten, not made,
of one Being with the Father;
through him all things were made.
For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven,
was incarnate from the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary,
and was made man.
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate;
he suffered death and was buried.
On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures;
he ascended into heaven
and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead,
and his kingdom will have no end.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,
who proceeds from the Father [and the Son],
who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified,
who has spoken through the prophets.

We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church.
We acknowledge one Baptism for the forgiveness of sins.
We look for the resurrection of the dead,
and the life of the world to come. Amen

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“Mighty is our God” – luomer

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Blessing:

May the peace of the Lord Christ go with you, wherever He may send you.
May He guide you through the wilderness, protect you through the storm.
May He bring you home rejoicing at the wonders He has shown you.
May He bring you home rejoicing once again into our doors.

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+ In the Name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Morning Reading & Prayer: Wed, 04 Oct – Proverbs 29 ~ godly obedience brings joy

Morning Reading & Prayer

+ In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen!

Opening – (Northumbria Community)

One thing I have asked of the Lord, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life; to behold the beauty of the Lord and to seek Him in His temple.

Praise to You, Lord Jesus Christ, King of endless glory.

Please Read: Proverbs 29 (NLT) – click here

Reflection & Prayer

Proverbs 29:18 (NLT) – When people do not accept divine guidance, they run wild. But whoever obeys the law is joyful.

Lord God: teach me your ways and guide me in the path of righteousness –

+ that I may live a joyful, satisfying, life according to your word

+ that I may accept correction and provide stability for those who depend on me

+ that I may help those who can’t help themselves – the poor, the weak, the defenseless

+ that I may pay attention to the counsel of godly people of good will

+ that I may think before I speak and wait on your Spirit for what to say

+ that I may humble myself before you and trust in you alone

Lord God: you are my ever present hope and help in times of trouble; hear these desires of my heart – that I may love and serve you as a faithful witness to Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you in unity with the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
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“Behold Our God” – Praise And Harmony


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Blessing – (Northumbrian Community)

May the peace of the Lord Christ go with you, wherever He may send you. May He guide you through the wilderness, protect you through the storm. May He bring you home rejoicing at the wonders He has shown you. May He bring you home rejoicing once again into our doors.
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+ In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen!

Morning Prayer: 29 Jun – Proverbs 29:17 ~ on discipline

Peanut Gallery: During the month of June we are reading through the Book of Proverbs, one chapter per day. “Growing in Character” is the theme; each day we will look for practical advice on living a wise and godly life in this present age.

I recommend that you begin by reading through the entire chapter for the day yourself (a link will be included, see below.) There is something for everyone in the Book of Proverbs. I will focus on what speaks to me in the chapter and follow that theme for the day. But the verse that speaks to me, on any particular day, may be different from the wisdom God has for you… and you don’t want to miss out.

Growing in Character: Proverbs 29

+ In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Opening sentence and prayer

One thing I have asked of the Lord, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life; to behold the beauty of the Lord and to seek Him in His temple.
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Open my eyes, Lord, to see the wonderful truths in your instructions. Psalm 119:18 (NLT)
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A reading from Proverbs: Proverbs 29:17 (NLT)

discipline

Discipline your children, and they will give you peace of mind and will make your heart glad.
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A reading from the Letters: Hebrews 12:5-7 (NLT)

And have you forgotten the encouraging words God spoke to you as his children? He said,

“My child, don’t make light of the Lord’s discipline, and don’t give up when he corrects you. For the Lord disciplines those he loves, and he punishes each one he accepts as his child.”

As you endure this divine discipline, remember that God is treating you as his own children. Who ever heard of a child who is never disciplined by its father?
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Reflection:

What the Bible Says About Discipline – by Chip Ingram
Part of the Effective Child Discipline Series

The case study I want us to look at comes from Scripture. The subject is a group of spiritual children, Jewish Christians who are rebelling and pulling away from Christ. They are suffering persecution and wondering if the Christian life is worth the trouble. They know the right thing to do — maintain faith in Jesus. But that seems too hard, so they’re crossing their arms and turning away.

We can listen in on God’s response to these Christians in Hebrews 12:1-11. This is how God disciplines His children. (By the way, any time you see God operating as a parent in Scripture, take note. If you’re the kind of parent to your children that God is to His, you’re right on target.)

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The passage gives a very human illustration: “Our fathers disci­plined us for a little while as they thought best; but God disciplines us for our good, that we may share in his holiness” (v. 10). The point? “No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it” (v. 11).

Do you see what Scripture is saying here? Far from being a dirty word, discipline is evidence of love. When you consistently disci­pline your child and do it with the right attitude — compassionately, under control, with consistent boundaries and consequences, and focused on the child’s best outcome — you are expressing love exactly as God sometimes expresses His love. It may seem uncom­fortable both to you and your child at the time, but in the long run, it’s the most selfless, compassionate thing you can do to set your child up for happiness in life and fruitfulness in God’s Kingdom.

The Bible’s perspective on discipline is affirmed by what many psychologists and sociologists are now learning about child development: that children left to themselves will do what all people left to themselves in a fallen world will do. They’ll make bad decisions that produce pain and turmoil in their lives. Relationships won’t work right, money will be mismanaged and debt will pile up, conflict will erupt both within and without, and long-term goals will never be realized. So God tells the Hebrew Christians that the adversity they face comes from His loving hand, not because they’re bad, but because He wants the best for them. That’s our motivation as parents as well.
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Canticle

Christ, as a light illumine and guide me. Christ, as a shield overshadow me. Christ under me; Christ over me; Christ beside me on my left and my right.

This day be within and without me, lowly and meek, yet all-powerful. Be in the heart of each to whom I speak; in the mouth of each who speaks unto me. This day be within and without me, lowly and meek, yet all-powerful.

Christ as a light; Christ as a shield; Christ beside me on my left and my right.

Blessing

May the peace of the Lord Christ go with you, wherever He may send you. May He guide you through the wilderness, protect you through the storm. May He bring you home rejoicing at the wonders He has shown you. May He bring you home rejoicing once again into our doors.

+ In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen