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Romans 7:24-25~ O wretched man that I am! who shall deliver me from the body of this death?I thank God through Jesus Christ our Lord. So then with the mind I myself serve the law of God; but with the flesh the law of sin.
Even though sin and death have messed up the world, God still made us in his image and shaped us in our mothers' wombs. But we run into the harsh truth that we are weak and have failed. We can't be holy like God, which is what makes hi... moreGood Morning to all Brothers and Sisters
Romans 7:24-25~ O wretched man that I am! who shall deliver me from the body of this death?I thank God through Jesus Christ our Lord. So then with the mind I myself serve the law of God; but with the flesh the law of sin.
Even though sin and death have messed up the world, God still made us in his image and shaped us in our mothers' wombs. But we run into the harsh truth that we are weak and have failed. We can't be holy like God, which is what makes him God. We sin. We rebel. We fail. We still do things we know we shouldn't. We don't pay attention to the important parts of God's will and focus on small things instead. We hurt and hurt those we love with our words. Who can save us from these harsh and limiting truths about ourselves? When we trust Jesus as our Messiah and Lord, we should give him praise and hallelujahs because He can save us from these bad things and get us ready to live a life that blesses others and God.
Prayer: You, God Most High, are deserving of adoration and respect. You are powerful, holy, and above all others. You have made the decision to show us, your children, love, generosity, mercy, forgiveness, and tenderness. I'm grateful that you exist in the exact manner in which you have chosen. In Jesus's precious name I pray. Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
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Romans 15:30~ Now I beseech you, brethren, for the Lord Jesus Christ's sake, and for the love of the Spirit, that ye strive together with me in your prayers to God for me;
God's people and work are constantly under threat. Satan does not stand by and let his empire be taken over by thieves. Ministers on the front lines, however, do not have to battle alone. You can assist them. By praying to God on their behalf, you can "join the fight" for them. Please pray... moreGood Night all Brothers and Sisters
Romans 15:30~ Now I beseech you, brethren, for the Lord Jesus Christ's sake, and for the love of the Spirit, that ye strive together with me in your prayers to God for me;
God's people and work are constantly under threat. Satan does not stand by and let his empire be taken over by thieves. Ministers on the front lines, however, do not have to battle alone. You can assist them. By praying to God on their behalf, you can "join the fight" for them. Please pray for the protection, strength, and wisdom of the staff at HEARTLIGHT and Verse of the Day. People you know require prayer as well. God's servants and God's work require your prayers more than money, compliments, or fame or success.
Prayer: Please bless, guard, and strengthen these servants who are on my heart right now, Almighty and Sovereign God. Dear God, please deliver your children who are being persecuted and oppressed because they follow Jesus, and grant the LORD's blessings upon the ministries, ministers, and missionaries of your Church. All authority, glory, and honor belong to you, O God. In Jesus's precious name I pray. Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
GOOD MORNING TO ALL OF YOU BROTHERS AND SISTERS
Amos 5:14~ Seek good, and not evil, that ye may live: and so the LORD, the God of hosts, shall be with you, as ye have spoken.
How amazing is it that so many people say that God is on their side? God has been "claimed" by people who want to keep people in slavery, be racist, lie, bribe officials, be hypocritical, do wrong to the weak, and do "ethnic cleansing." But God makes the test pretty easy: do good things and look for good things, or you're... moreGOOD MORNING TO ALL OF YOU BROTHERS AND SISTERS
Amos 5:14~ Seek good, and not evil, that ye may live: and so the LORD, the God of hosts, shall be with you, as ye have spoken.
How amazing is it that so many people say that God is on their side? God has been "claimed" by people who want to keep people in slavery, be racist, lie, bribe officials, be hypocritical, do wrong to the weak, and do "ethnic cleansing." But God makes the test pretty easy: do good things and look for good things, or you're not my family. In the words of the prophet Amos, this meant fairness for everyone in the courtroom, the marketplace, and the place of worship. If we say God is on our side, we should stick close to God's side, which is the side of good, justice, and mercy as God sees them.
Prayer: I thank you, Most Gracious and All-Powerful God, who is merciful and loves justice and fairness for your concern for those who are frequently overlooked. Convict me when I stand on the side of injustice and evil, and inspire me to work for the salvation of others, of my society, and of my world — not just salvation from eternal damnation, but salvation from the evil and hatred that are so pervasive. May your kingdom come to us more fully formed as it is in your heart and will. In Jesus's precious name I pray. Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
GOOD NIGHT TO ALL OF YOU BROTHERS AND SISTERS
Isiah 55:11~ So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it.
Rain falls from the sky to nourish the ground below so that nature can flourish. Water evaporates into the heavens when its job is complete. God does not speak to us without purpose. He gives us direction to nourish our souls; so the Good News will flou... moreGOOD NIGHT TO ALL OF YOU BROTHERS AND SISTERS
Isiah 55:11~ So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it.
Rain falls from the sky to nourish the ground below so that nature can flourish. Water evaporates into the heavens when its job is complete. God does not speak to us without purpose. He gives us direction to nourish our souls; so the Good News will flourish in the world. After we accomplish our job, we will reunite with our heavenly Father. His work in our lives will have served its purpose.
Prayer: Dear Lord, when You speak to us, we will listen. Your words have purpose and meaning in our lives, and we will surrender to You will. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good Morning to all of you Brothers and Sisters
Proverbs 21:4~ An high look, and a proud heart, and the plowing of the wicked, is sin.
Today, everyone says, "We're number one!" But the Bible says that the wicked are the ones who light their own way with their proud eyes and hearts. God, on the other hand, shows his people the way with his word (the Bible) and with his word (Jesus). The wicked, on the other hand, show themselves the way with their proud eyes and hearts. But God says that being ... moreGood Morning to all of you Brothers and Sisters
Proverbs 21:4~ An high look, and a proud heart, and the plowing of the wicked, is sin.
Today, everyone says, "We're number one!" But the Bible says that the wicked are the ones who light their own way with their proud eyes and hearts. God, on the other hand, shows his people the way with his word (the Bible) and with his word (Jesus). The wicked, on the other hand, show themselves the way with their proud eyes and hearts. But God says that being arrogant, proud, "uppity," or whatever you want to call it, is a sin. God is the most important thing, and everything else is important because of him. It's really that easy.
Prayer: Help me to prioritize you and your moral qualities in my heart, my choices in life, and my influence. Holy and righteous Father. In Jesus's precious name I pray. Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
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Isaiah 35:4~ Say to them that are of a fearful heart, Be strong, fear not: behold, your God will come with vengeance, even God with a recompence; he will come and save you.
We are strong and have no fear of hardships that develop in our lives. Having faith in the Lord and His will allows us to have hope, and hope gives us the strength to power through our struggles. God will be present and save us! We may not understand His plan of action, and we usually become ... moreGood Night Brothers and Sisters
Isaiah 35:4~ Say to them that are of a fearful heart, Be strong, fear not: behold, your God will come with vengeance, even God with a recompence; he will come and save you.
We are strong and have no fear of hardships that develop in our lives. Having faith in the Lord and His will allows us to have hope, and hope gives us the strength to power through our struggles. God will be present and save us! We may not understand His plan of action, and we usually become impatient with His timing, yet, we know His way is the best.
Prayer: Dear God, we are fearless when hardships are on the horizon because we feel Your presence in our lives. Your love is everlasting, and we praise You for always looking out for us. In Jesus' Name, Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good Morning to all of you Brothers and Sisters
Psalm 53:2~ God looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, that did seek God.
Are you a "God-seeker"? God hasn't found many people who want to find him for a long time, especially when things are going well or when people are being very bad. He is looking, though. He is looking! It's important to him! God wants to walk with us just like he walked with Adam and Eve in the cool of the day before ... moreGood Morning to all of you Brothers and Sisters
Psalm 53:2~ God looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, that did seek God.
Are you a "God-seeker"? God hasn't found many people who want to find him for a long time, especially when things are going well or when people are being very bad. He is looking, though. He is looking! It's important to him! God wants to walk with us just like he walked with Adam and Eve in the cool of the day before sin broke up their relationship. But he is looking for people who want him to be a part of their lives. So, let's long!
Prayer: My heart yearns to know you and to be known by you, Father, Almighty King. I eagerly anticipate the day I will meet you face to face. Please be present in my life and carry out your will in my character up until that time. May those who observe me recognize that I am your child and that I live to glorify your holiness. In Jesus's precious name I pray. Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
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Nehemiah 1:11~ O Lord, I beseech thee, let now thine ear be attentive to the prayer of thy servant, and to the prayer of thy servants, who desire to fear thy name: and prosper, I pray thee, thy servant this day, and grant him mercy in the sight of this man. For I was the king's cupbearer.
God loves it when we pray and ask for his help and direction. This is especially true when our efforts are focused on making his people and kingdom stronger. Nehemiah comes as ... moreGood Night Brothers and Sisters
Nehemiah 1:11~ O Lord, I beseech thee, let now thine ear be attentive to the prayer of thy servant, and to the prayer of thy servants, who desire to fear thy name: and prosper, I pray thee, thy servant this day, and grant him mercy in the sight of this man. For I was the king's cupbearer.
God loves it when we pray and ask for his help and direction. This is especially true when our efforts are focused on making his people and kingdom stronger. Nehemiah comes as a man who works for God. He isn't using prayer to make God his servant by giving God a list of things to do. Instead, God's people's needs make Nehemiah's heartburn. The rest of the book of Nehemiah shows that God loves it when his children pray when their hearts are set on his people and doing what he wants.
Prayer: Dear and Righteous Father, please make me your servant today. Use my words to bless, inspire, and comfort others. Utilize my influence to inspire healing. Take your time, and fill it with all of your worries. May everything I do bring you honor and glory in the end. Now that you have saved me, please use me to spread your grace to others. In Jesus's precious name I pray. Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good Morning to all of you Brothers and Sisters
Joshua 4:24~ That all the people of the earth might know the hand of the LORD, that it is mighty: that ye might fear the LORD your God for ever.
The LORD miraculously led the Israelites across the Jordan River during the flood season out of his love for his people and to keep his promises. He was also telling his people something important about himself. He always wanted Israel to treat him with "reverence." He also wanted Israel's enemies to be ... moreGood Morning to all of you Brothers and Sisters
Joshua 4:24~ That all the people of the earth might know the hand of the LORD, that it is mighty: that ye might fear the LORD your God for ever.
The LORD miraculously led the Israelites across the Jordan River during the flood season out of his love for his people and to keep his promises. He was also telling his people something important about himself. He always wanted Israel to treat him with "reverence." He also wanted Israel's enemies to be so scared that they would shake. It's true. God and his people won a big victory because of their faith.
Prayer: You are clothed in righteousness and bathed in glory, holy and mighty God. I want to treat you the way you deserve to be treated—with respect and reverence. I apologize for not treating you with the reverence and respect you deserve in the past. Please pardon me for not holding up your name as holy when it was being abused by others. You are deserving of my love, life, and everything else. I want to sing your praises forever and ever. In Jesus's precious name I pray. Amen
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good Night to all of you Brothers and Sisters
2 Corinthians 12:9~ And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
I often find that when I pray, I just want God to do what I want, not what is best or most convenient for those around me or for the good of the Kingdom. I don't like hearing that God told Paul that he had asked about getting out... moreGood Night to all of you Brothers and Sisters
2 Corinthians 12:9~ And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
I often find that when I pray, I just want God to do what I want, not what is best or most convenient for those around me or for the good of the Kingdom. I don't like hearing that God told Paul that he had asked about getting out of his trouble enough. Instead, Paul had to learn that God's strength and mercy were enough to keep him going, even when he was going through hard times. Even though I know I need to learn this lesson, it's scary. I want God to keep everything in order for me. Then I remember that I am a Christian. If I want to be like my Savior, I have to let go of my expectations for God's answers and let God work through me to save other people, no matter what it costs me. Only then will I know for sure that his grace is enough for me.
Prayer: Shepherd, patient and loving, protect my heart from melancholy in the bad times and from conceit in the good. I am aware that without you, I have nothing lasting. Thanks to your grace and strength that you shared with me, you gave me a lasting, unwavering hope of spending eternity with you. In Jesus's precious name I pray. Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
GOOD MORNING TO YOU ALL BROTHERS AND SISTERS
Ephesians 3:20-21~ Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, Unto him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen.
Sometimes we can't do anything else but praise God. We may sometimes dream of doing great things for God and his Kingdom, but our dreams aren't as big as God's plans. Even if we have a lot of talent, influence, p... moreGOOD MORNING TO YOU ALL BROTHERS AND SISTERS
Ephesians 3:20-21~ Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, Unto him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen.
Sometimes we can't do anything else but praise God. We may sometimes dream of doing great things for God and his Kingdom, but our dreams aren't as big as God's plans. Even if we have a lot of talent, influence, power, or money, these are just tools in God's hands, not signs that we are enough. "God is able" has to be one of the best and most true phrases in the Bible. This time, though, it's about what he did for you and me. He can do so much more through and in us than we think. What more can we say? Hallelujah!
Prayer: Dear Father, kindly assist me in understanding and carrying out your will. At work and play, I want to serve as your conduit for ministry, healing, blessings, and hope for the people nearby. Please make use of me today and always for your glory. In Jesus's precious name I pray. Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good Morning to all of you Brothers and Sisters
Bible Verse: 2 Corinthians 4:7~ But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.
Even though there are many talented and successful Christians in the world today, they are just vehicles for God's message of grace, hope, and power. We should never pay attention to the way the message is sent. Instead, the most important thing is that the messenger always tells the truth, no matter what, s... moreGood Morning to all of you Brothers and Sisters
Bible Verse: 2 Corinthians 4:7~ But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.
Even though there are many talented and successful Christians in the world today, they are just vehicles for God's message of grace, hope, and power. We should never pay attention to the way the message is sent. Instead, the most important thing is that the messenger always tells the truth, no matter what, so that the message can be seen without being messed up. God's power, not our own, is what keeps us alive. We are just tools in the Lord's hands.
Prayer: Thank you, mighty and mighty God, for using me as your partner in the work of grace to minister to others. I pray that my service will better enable them to appreciate the splendor of the truth and grace that your Son provided for us. In Jesus's precious name I pray. Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
