Memory Scripture 3

Colossians 1:9b, 11 - 12

The scripture is re-written as a prayer here, feel free to fill in the blanks with your name or the names of others. The Message bible is the reference for this prayer.

Father,
I pray that You give ________ a wise mind and spirit attuned to Your will, and so acquire a thorough understanding of the ways in which You work. I pray that ________ will have the strength to stick it out over the long haul - not the grim strength of gritting my/his/her/their teeth but the glory-strength that You give. It is strength that endures the unendurable and spills over into joy, thanking You, our Father, who makes us strong enough to take part in everything bright and beautiful that You have for us. (colossians 1:9b, 11-12)

Be blessed!