Good Morning, God
The national and international stories are about executives of an international company allegedly paying bribes in order that the company could be established, safe and thrive in a foreign country. The law that we have in place is the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. It’s been around since the financial scandals of the mid 2000’s. It has been around to protect investors, particularly the “little guy” whose life-savings are tied up in pension funds and mutual funds. It’s been around to try to make those responsible for handling the investments much more honest and protective of other people’s monies!
Also, Lord, all of us have a sinful streak in ourselves. Oh, it may not be for the big bucks, such as paying bribes to establish a company in a foreign country. But we may have our own little ways that take short-cuts in business; that cause us to not be truthful in our personal dealing; that cause us to embellish ourselves to appear better than we are; that cause us to set bad examples for our children.
Lord, help us to be strong in righteousness and in doing what is right today and every day.
In Jesus' name, Amen
20120427
A Prayer for the Healines for Friday, April 27th
Good Morning, God
Lord, some national headlines ask the question “Who’s Your Daddy?” and the story is about a son and one who thinks he may be a son of the infamous Charles Manson. But DNA results confirmed that he wasn’t. The man was truly saddened by the results, because even if his father was Charles Manson, at least he would have known who his daddy was.
Heavenly Father, we pray today for fatherhood – that we will know our earthly fathers . . . and you, our Heavenly Father, also. Give children the security and guidance that comes from a mommy and a daddy. Give children parents whom they can look up to and emulate. Give children parents of whom they are proud!
Heavenly Father, especially bless all earthly fathers this day. Give them the courage to accept the responsibility for the children they have sired. Give them the wisdom to guide their children to be law-abiding and loving. Give them the love of you, O Heavenly Father, that they might share faith, mercy and peace with their children as you have with us, your children.
In Jesus' name, Amen
Lord, some national headlines ask the question “Who’s Your Daddy?” and the story is about a son and one who thinks he may be a son of the infamous Charles Manson. But DNA results confirmed that he wasn’t. The man was truly saddened by the results, because even if his father was Charles Manson, at least he would have known who his daddy was.
Heavenly Father, we pray today for fatherhood – that we will know our earthly fathers . . . and you, our Heavenly Father, also. Give children the security and guidance that comes from a mommy and a daddy. Give children parents whom they can look up to and emulate. Give children parents of whom they are proud!
Heavenly Father, especially bless all earthly fathers this day. Give them the courage to accept the responsibility for the children they have sired. Give them the wisdom to guide their children to be law-abiding and loving. Give them the love of you, O Heavenly Father, that they might share faith, mercy and peace with their children as you have with us, your children.
In Jesus' name, Amen
20120425
A Prayer for the Headlines for Wednesday, April 25th
Good Morning, God,
Lord, amid all the serious stuff in the headlines, there has been one headline that could tickle our fancy. Oh, it may not do so for everyone, but it has the potential of leading to some fun. Our headlines this week that may lead to fun is about the "disc golf" course that is planned for the 4-H Fairgrounds area. The planners say, "It is just like regular golf - only a player tosses a disc at baskets, rather than swinging a golf club at a little ball." If we use the usual term for this, Lord, it is "Frisbee Golf," and it is amazing what a flick of the wrist , a little skill and a lot of luck will do for recreation and enjoyment.
Good God, you did make us to enjoy life and to live life in abundance. We often think of abundance in terms of how much money we can make, the possessions we can amass and how many vacations we can take to exotic destinations. However, Lord, abundance is also applied to the way we live our lives and the joys we have, the hopes we have, the smiles and good times we enjoy - and the recreation we play.
So, Lord, may we enjoy "Disc Golf - Frisbee Golf." All it takes is a flick of the wrist!
In Jesus' name, Amen.
Lord, amid all the serious stuff in the headlines, there has been one headline that could tickle our fancy. Oh, it may not do so for everyone, but it has the potential of leading to some fun. Our headlines this week that may lead to fun is about the "disc golf" course that is planned for the 4-H Fairgrounds area. The planners say, "It is just like regular golf - only a player tosses a disc at baskets, rather than swinging a golf club at a little ball." If we use the usual term for this, Lord, it is "Frisbee Golf," and it is amazing what a flick of the wrist , a little skill and a lot of luck will do for recreation and enjoyment.
Good God, you did make us to enjoy life and to live life in abundance. We often think of abundance in terms of how much money we can make, the possessions we can amass and how many vacations we can take to exotic destinations. However, Lord, abundance is also applied to the way we live our lives and the joys we have, the hopes we have, the smiles and good times we enjoy - and the recreation we play.
So, Lord, may we enjoy "Disc Golf - Frisbee Golf." All it takes is a flick of the wrist!
In Jesus' name, Amen.
20120423
A Prayer for the Headlines for Monday, April 23rd
Good Morning, God,
Lord, when we look at the headlines, most of them can be categorized under one or more of three titles: Money, Sex and Power.
Lately, we have seen headlines about coaches in powerhouse universities stepping over lines and lying about sex. In our political races we know that money buys power and influence. While money, sex and power are inherently neutral words, the way we use them is not neutral. Some of the ways we use them are necessary and beneficial; other ways are very unnecessary and very harmful.
Lord, your Word gives us guidance on the appropriate uses of money, sex and power; each by themselves and in the aggregate can be used to bless others. Money can build programs, families, and people. Sex is a wonderful gift for the sharing of the love between a man and a woman, especially in marriage. Power is what helps us get going each day and drives us toward goals and helps us be influential along the way.
We would remember, though, for whatever power we may wield, that the use of power should do no harm. Lord, may we make wise use of money, sex and power in all aspects of life.
In Jesus' name, Amen.
Lord, when we look at the headlines, most of them can be categorized under one or more of three titles: Money, Sex and Power.
Lately, we have seen headlines about coaches in powerhouse universities stepping over lines and lying about sex. In our political races we know that money buys power and influence. While money, sex and power are inherently neutral words, the way we use them is not neutral. Some of the ways we use them are necessary and beneficial; other ways are very unnecessary and very harmful.
Lord, your Word gives us guidance on the appropriate uses of money, sex and power; each by themselves and in the aggregate can be used to bless others. Money can build programs, families, and people. Sex is a wonderful gift for the sharing of the love between a man and a woman, especially in marriage. Power is what helps us get going each day and drives us toward goals and helps us be influential along the way.
We would remember, though, for whatever power we may wield, that the use of power should do no harm. Lord, may we make wise use of money, sex and power in all aspects of life.
In Jesus' name, Amen.
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