Scripture and Prayer for 5/11

†Scripture for the Day†

Psalm 61:2-3; From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I. For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy.

†Prayer for the Day†

Lord Jesus, please help us to seek Your face and Your strength daily, knowing that You are the rock that we can lean on when we feel overwhelmed by the cares of this life.

Daily Reading

Psalm 61:1-8 (King James Version)

 ¹Hear my cry, O God; attend unto my prayer.
 ²From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I.
 ³For thou hast been a shelter for me, and a strong tower from the enemy.
 ⁴I will abide in thy tabernacle for ever: I will trust in the covert of thy wings. Selah.
 ⁵For thou, O God, hast heard my vows: thou hast given me the heritage of those that fear thy name.
 ⁶Thou wilt prolong the king's life: and his years as many generations.
 ⁷He shall abide before God for ever: O prepare mercy and truth, which may preserve him.
 ⁸So will I sing praise unto thy name for ever, that I may daily perform my vows.

Your Personal Response

Psalm 85:8-I will hear what God the LORD will speak: for He will speak peace unto His people, and to His saints: but let them not turn again to folly.

What is God saying to you today? (It may help to write it down.)

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