2 Corinthians 10:3-5 New International Version (NIV)

3 For though we live in the world, we do not wage war as the world does. 4 The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. 5 We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.

Isaiah 61:3 New International Version (NIV)

3 and provide for those who grieve in Zion—
to bestow on them a crown of beauty
instead of ashes,
the oil of joy
instead of mourning,
and a garment of praise
instead of a spirit of despair.
They will be called oaks of righteousness,
a planting of the Lord
for the display of his splendor.

A little light for you today: Song of the Day!

This song has recently shaken me and stirred up great joy in my heart. I hope it will do the same thing for you. There are many excellent versions of this song but I'd like to share my personal favourite. Please enjoy!

This Is How I Fight My Battles + Surrounded ( Spontaneous ) - UPPERROOM

John 15:20 New International Version (NIV)

20 Remember what I told you: ‘A servant is not greater than his master.’[a] If they persecuted me, they will persecute you also. If they obeyed my teaching, they will obey yours also.

This is how I fight my battles...

My Prayers:

Lord help us to find ourselves in your ways and to hear your call, and follow your instruction. Help us to become the people you call us to be, and to be more of what you demand today than yesterday.

Thank you Lord for your love and faithfulness, thank you for your mercy and grace. In my darkest hours I know you are there and I trust you always will be. Help me to stand firm in that knowledge when the world casts doubt upon my failing heart. I pray these things, and give these thanks in Jesus mighty name.

Thank you very much for your time and attention. Be blessed.