...the beginning of knowledge

Mount Carmel Ministries - Daily Texts

Verse1: The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge.
Proverbs 1:7

Verse2: Yet whatever gains I had, these I have come to regard as loss because of Christ. More than that, I regard everything as loss because of the surpassing value of knowing Christ Jesus, my Lord.
Philippians 3:7,8
Prayer: Lord, there is nothing better than knowing you and your love. I am sorry that I am so easily swayed by all the information that comes at me every day. Today keep my eyes on you, my mind seeking you, and my heart filled with you�€”and then I will have peace. Amen.

Posted by greg    May 15, 2007

Peace, to the far and near

Mount Carmel Ministries - Daily Texts

Verse1: Peace, peace, to the far and the near, says the Lord; and I will heal them. Isaiah 57:19

Verse2: The peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:7

Prayer: Merciful Lord, you have the power of peace and goodwill in your hands. Thank you for trusting us with your word and directions for peace. Though we often misunderstand and overlook to great gifts of Love and Mercy you have given us, we must be inspired by the your ultimate gift of Love in your son, Jesus Christ. Please, Lord, enable us to hear and act in the ways of your word, through Jesus Christ, Prince of Peace. Amen.

Posted by greg    April 19, 2007

"...the glory of the Lord shall be revealed..."

Mount Carmel Ministries - Daily Texts

Verse1: Then the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all people shall see it together, for the mouth of the Lord has spoken. Isaiah 40:5

Verse2: And when Jesus had been baptized, suddenly the heavens were opened to him and he saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. And a voice from heaven said, “This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased.” Matthew 3:16,17

Prayer: Gracious Lord, thank you for revealing your creation to us. Help us to see your work and appreciate your greatness in our times of doubt or confusion, knowing that we are called through Holy Baptism to be followers of Jesus, as Your children. Amen

Posted by greg    April 13, 2007

We are all stars

Mount Carmel Ministries - Daily Texts

Verse1: But the path of the righteous is like the light of dawn, which shines brighter and brighter until full day. Proverbs 4:18

Verse2: You shine like stars in the universe as you hold out the word of life. Philippians 2:15,16 (NIV)

Prayer: Thank you, gracious and loving God, for keeping the light of your love shining on us. Though, merciful Lord, we often burden ourselves with the darkness of negativity and forfeit our goodwill in spite of all we've learned about your word through Jesus Christ. With each of our gifts, Lord, help us to make this world a better place in Jesus' name. Amen

Posted by greg    April 12, 2007

Steadfast love...

Mount Carmel Ministries - Daily Texts

Verse1: You have granted me life and steadfast love, and your care has preserved my spirit. Job 10:12

Verse2: Other seed fell on good soil, where it produced a crop—a hundred, sixty, or thirty times what was sown. Matthew 13:8 (NIV)

Prayer: Thank you, Lord, for each day--your gift to us and reminder of your love. Though we have our moments of self-doubt and pity, your love is steadfast and bold. Engrain within us by your Holy Spirit your grace and mercy so that we can do your will. Amen.

Posted by greg    April 11, 2007

"You know what time it is...."

Mount Carmel Ministries - Daily Texts

Verse1: Amend your ways and your doings, and let me dwell with you in this place. Jeremiah 7:3

Verse2: You know what time it is, how it is now the moment for you to wake from sleep. For salvation is nearer to us now than when we became believers. Romans 13:11

Prayer: In these days following Easter, we are reminded of the love and sacrifice of Jesus for us. Though, Lord, our transgressions are many. With the resurrection of your Son, Jesus Christ, there is new life in us, our sins forgiven, our lives renewed. Wake us, Lord, from sleep into your loving Grace. Amen.

Posted by greg    April 10, 2007

Strength to live the word...

Mount Carmel Ministries - Daily Texts

Verse1: The Lord God has given me the tongue of disciples, that I may know how to sustain the weary one with a word. Isaiah 50:4 (NASB)

Verse2: Every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Philippians 2:11

Prayer: Thank you, Lord, for giving me, with your mercy and grace, the loving care of your word. At times, though, I question how to use this voice you've given me. Please. Lord, give me the strength and courage to live your word and carry the teachings of your Son, Jesus Christ into and through each day. Amen.

Posted by greg    April 07, 2007