Jonathan Moore
Psalms 119:73-77
You made me; you created me. Now give me the sense to follow your commands. May all who fear you find in me a cause for joy, for I have put my hope in your word. I know, O Lord, that your regulations are fair; you disciplined me because I needed it. Now let your unfailing love comfort me, just as you promised me, your servant. Surround me with your tender mercies so I may live, for your instructions are my delight.
There is a 'Jesus Revolution' happening in Correctional institutions across the State of Mississippi (and elsewhere). I am seeing the transformation of individuals happen right before my eyes. God is reaching and redeeming some genuine 'knuckleheads'! Guys and gals are praying, worshipping, and diving deep.into their Bibles and the resilts are becoming evident in many. Psalm 119 is becoming a reality! The system itself is adapting to deal with revival by developing disciples.
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
🌾 Parable – The Thread That Didn’t Break
A weaver sat at her loom, working late into the evening. One thread in the tapestry was thinner than the rest — almost fragile. Every time the shuttle passed, that little thread trembled.
A young apprentice watching nearby said, “Why keep that weak thread? It’ll never hold.”
But the weaver smiled. “You’re looking at the thread,” she said. “I’m looking at the pattern.”
She continued weaving, gently guiding the thin strand through the stronger ones. By morning, the tapestry was complete — and the delicate thread, held by the others, formed the line that tied the whole design together.
The apprentice whispered, “I didn’t know something so small could matter so much.”
The weaver replied, “It’s not the strength of the thread that keeps it from breaking — it’s the hands that hold it.”
So it is with God and us. Even when we feel thin, stretched, or fragile, His hands do not let us go.