Apr26. Day 116 - Trust in the Lord

Welcome to another episode of our EBC Prayer Podcast. Our scripture will be taken from Isaiah 12:2. And it reads, “Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid: for the Lord Jehovah is my strength and my song; he also is become my salvation.”  

The Lord wants us to keep on praying. He is speaking directly to us, for he is our strength and salvation. In Him, our trust is unwavering, and fear has no hold. The Lord Jehovah stands as our strength, our spirit, and our courage. He will transform our lives into a symphony of joy and a beacon of hope in times of trouble.

As we pray, let us remember that he's encouraging and reminding us that He is our salvation. So, we need to trust Him and not be afraid of what this world is offering. 

Transcript

Dear Heavenly Father. Our Wondrous Lord, God, and Savior. Father, we come before you with our hearts full of gratitude and reverence. We recognize your majesty, your power, and your unchanging love. You are the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end, the God who was, who is, and who is to come. 

Lord, thank you for reminding us that “God is our salvation; we should trust and not be afraid, for the Lord Jehovah is our strength and our song; He has become our salvation.”

God, we are so grateful that you are our ultimate source of salvation; in you, we will find trust and the courage to face our fears. Lord Jehovah, you are not only our strength in times of trouble, but you are also our song of joy in moments of celebration. Lord, thank you for becoming our Savior, for guiding us through life's challenges, and for leading us to a place of hope and assurance. With you by our side, we can embrace each day with confidence, knowing that your love and protection are surrounding us.

Lord, help us lay down our fears, worries, and uncertainties in your presence, for you are not only our creator but also our constant companion. You never leave us nor forsake us. When storms rise, we can take comfort in knowing that your mighty hand upholds us. Lord, teach us to lean not on our own understanding, but in all our ways to acknowledge you, believing with assurance that you will direct our paths. Thank you for being our shield in times of weakness and our refuge when life feels heavy. 

Lord, you see the burdens we all are carrying, some spoken and others hidden within our hearts. Mold us into the saints you desire us to be. Shape us, refine us, and purify our hearts so that everything we do can reflect your love. Lord, let our lives become a living testimony of your goodness and mercy. Lord, give us the courage to forgive when it is difficult, and the courage to love unconditionally, just as you have loved us. When we stumble, pick us up. When we falter, strengthen us. When we wander, draw us back to Your embrace.

Father, we are praying for those who are sick, that your healing hand would restore each and everyone of us. We are praying for the lost, that they may discover the priceless gift of salvation through Jesus Christ. Use us, Lord, as vessels of your compassion, as carriers of your hope, and as lights in the midst of darkness.

Lord, teach us to align our desires with your will. So, our prayers not only be filled with requests but also with surrender. Help us to lay aside selfish ambition and seek your kingdom. Lord, guide us, so that our footsteps follow the path you have set, fulfilling the purpose you have lovingly designed for each of us.

Lord, thank you for the gift of salvation, so freely offered. May we never take for granted the sacrifice of the cross or the victory of the empty tomb. Because you conquered sin and death, we walk in freedom and in hope everlasting. Lord, let us grow deeper into the spiritual realm you have prepared for us. Open our eyes to see as you see, our ears to hear your voice, and our hearts to discern the whispers of your spirit. Help us to live not only in the physical but in the eternal, with our eyes fixed on the unseen promises that await us.

Father, in closing, with reverence and with joy, we place our trust fully in you. You are our strength, our song, and our salvation. May our lives be lived as an offering of praise to you, today, tomorrow, and forevermore.

In the protective, powerful, and precious name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ…Amen.

Everyone. Have a great day, and by God’s grace, we will pray again tomorrow…Bye-bye.