So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most. Hebrews 4:16 NLT  I pray you'll be encouraged knowing that Jesus is your emphatic High Priest and He is there for you in your time of need. He has made it possible for us to be able to come boldly to God's gracious throne to receive mercy and find grace in our time of need. Soften your heart and obey Him today. God gives mercy when we need it most and you'll find grace when you ask. Are you coming boldly to His throne? Are you humbly coming with a soft heart? Have you received His mercy? Are you finding His grace? What might be holding you back from asking our gracious God for help today?

  Jesus also did many other things. If they were all written down, I suppose the whole world could not contain the books that would be written. John 21:25 NLT  I pray you'll thank God for giving us His Word and the stories of Jesus. The Scriptures are a treasury of all Jesus did and said. The glorious life of Christ is inexhaustible, uncontainable and eternal. Where would we be without this written record--the Bible? Will you read His Word today and hide it deep within your heart?

  You have been deceived by your own pride because you live in a rock fortress and make your home high in the mountains. ‘Who can ever reach us way up here?’ you ask boastfully. But even if you soar as high as eagles and build your nest among the stars, I will bring you crashing down,” says the Lord. Obadiah 1:3-4 NLT  I pray you'll learn from God's judgment pronounced on Edom. Pride is so deceptive in your life. It leads you to a false assumption that you're beyond God's reach and can skirt yourself away from giving an account. Thanks be to Jesus for His grace to all who will humble themselves before Him.

  If you find honey, eat just enough—too much of it, and you will vomit. Seldom set foot in your neighbor’s house— too much of you, and they will hate you. Proverbs 25:16-17 NLT  I pray you'll have self-control as you walk in the Spirit. Know when to say that's enough or it's time to leave. Otherwise, you're looking at vomiting what you ate or being a recipient of hatred. Don't outstay your welcome or take advantage of someone's hospitality and kindness. Don't be known for your indulgence and inability to say no (even to a good thing). What are some tangible ways to learn and grow in practicing self-control? How will you heed this warning today?

  He has paid a full ransom for his people.  He has guaranteed his covenant with them forever.  What a holy, awe-inspiring name he has! Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true wisdom. All who obey his commandments will grow in wisdom. Praise him forever! Psalms 111:9-10 NLT  I pray you'll thank God for the full ransom that was paid for you. Jesus Christ gave His life so that you could have a guaranteed covenant relationship with the Father forever. His name is holy and awe-inspiring beyond anything that could ever be thought or imagined. Will you fearfully and reverently worship Him? Will you obey His commands and receive the true wisdom He has for you?

  God said to Solomon, “Because your greatest desire is to help your people, and you did not ask for wealth, riches, fame, or even the death of your enemies or a long life, but rather you asked for wisdom and knowledge to properly govern my people— I will certainly give you the wisdom and knowledge you requested. But I will also give you wealth, riches, and fame such as no other king has had before you or will ever have in the future!” 2 Chronicles 1:11-12 NLT  I pray you'll hear this question from God today. Questions reveal motives and the condition of a heart. Solomon asked for wisdom for the task. God has promised, if we ask in faith for He will give it. Is there a task or situation that you need God's wisdom from above for? He is still saying to ask. What's keeping you from asking Him right now?

  I see him, but not here and now. I perceive him, but far in the distant future. A star will rise from Jacob; a scepter will emerge from Israel. It will crush the heads of Moab’s people, cracking the skulls of the people of Sheth. Edom will be taken over, and Seir, its enemy, will be conquered, while Israel marches on in triumph. A ruler will rise in Jacob who will destroy the survivors of Ir.” Numbers 24:17-19 NLT  I pray you'll see how God is patient and right in His ways.  God gave Balaam a word of the coming Christ--the true Star and King. Even as  Balaam kept entertaining the idea of being able to please both God and Balak. Their wills were contrary to each other as far apart as a blessing and a curse. He kept asking God and pressing forward (his greed and ego) but after a talking donkey and an angel, he still kept entertaining the idea. Will you obey God the first time and look to the Star that rises from Jacob and Scepter that rules?