Jonathan Moore
Proverbs 23:22-26
Listen to your father, who gave you life, and don’t despise your mother when she is old. Get the truth and never sell it; also get wisdom, discipline, and good judgment. The father of godly children has cause for joy. What a pleasure to have children who are wise. So give your father and mother joy! May she who gave you birth be happy. O my son, give me your heart. May your eyes take delight in following my ways.
A cohesive, loving, and encouraging family is such a blessing and sadly, increasingly rare. The principles of a God- centered family are emphasized and amplified throughout scripture but seemingly diminished and often nullified in contemporary culture, with increasingly devastating consequences. If you have a loving, connected family, hold on to it and treasure it. If you lack one, God promises to place the lonely in families...(Psalm 68:6). Pray for it!
Prayer from First Presbyterian Church Grenada Heavenly Father, we know that wind, water, rain , sleet and snow àre yours. This Sabbath we come before You with humble hearts, seeking Your protection and grace.
We pray you will place Your mighty hand over this storm and calm its force. Shield us from the fury of the wind, rain, snow and ice. Care for those in the grip of the storm and keep them from harm. We pray for the safety of every person, home, and community at risk. We lift up all rescue workers, police, firefighters, and utility crews, asking for clear minds, steady hands, and safe passage as they heroically assist others in dangerous situations. Calm the anxious thoughts and steady the restless hearts of those filled with fear. Remind them of Your constant presence, that even when life seems dark and stormy, You are with us, guiding us to safety. In the wake of the storm, we pray for swift recovery and restoration. Provide essentials like water, food, and adequate shelter, and inspire communities to come together in support and care for one another.
We trust in Your unfailing love and mercy, knowing You are our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. We pray in Jesus Name. Amen
🌾 A Short Parable for Today
The Parable of the Two Lamps
A traveler carried two lamps on a long road — one bright, one dim. The bright lamp lit the path far ahead, but the dim lamp only lit a few steps. One night, the bright lamp cracked and went out. The traveler panicked, thinking he’d be lost in the dark. But when he looked down, the dim lamp still lit the next step. And that was enough to keep walking.
The lesson: God doesn’t always show us the whole road. But He always gives enough light for the next step.