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Good night brothers and sisters
Nehemiah 9:5~ Then the Levites, Jeshua, and Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabniah, Sherebiah, Hodijah, Shebaniah, and Pethahiah, said, Stand up and bless the LORD your God for ever and ever: and blessed be thy glorious name, which is exalted above all blessing and praise.
God loves it when we sing songs of praise and worship to Him. He wants us to call Him "King of the Ages" and "Abba Father." The name of God, on the other hand, is better than all the praise we can muster ... moreGood night brothers and sisters
Nehemiah 9:5~ Then the Levites, Jeshua, and Kadmiel, Bani, Hashabniah, Sherebiah, Hodijah, Shebaniah, and Pethahiah, said, Stand up and bless the LORD your God for ever and ever: and blessed be thy glorious name, which is exalted above all blessing and praise.
God loves it when we sing songs of praise and worship to Him. He wants us to call Him "King of the Ages" and "Abba Father." The name of God, on the other hand, is better than all the praise we can muster and the most beautiful angelic songs. Let's promise to protect and honor the holy name of our powerful God.
Prayer: I thank you, All-Powerful God, Father of Compassion and Creator of the Universe, for imposing your will on our planet. Now, my Father, as I strive to live for you so that your name will be glorified, kindly make your will plainly apparent in my life. In Jesus' name, I ask it. Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good morning brothers and sisters
Psalm 10:14~ Thou hast seen it; for thou beholdest mischief and spite, to requite it with thy hand: the poor committeth himself unto thee; thou art the helper of the fatherless.
God detests individuals who take advantage of others who are weak, experiencing a variety of challenges, or in precarious circumstances. People who exploit the vulnerable, underprivileged, or impoverished need to understand that God is watching and will hold them responsible. Those wh... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Psalm 10:14~ Thou hast seen it; for thou beholdest mischief and spite, to requite it with thy hand: the poor committeth himself unto thee; thou art the helper of the fatherless.
God detests individuals who take advantage of others who are weak, experiencing a variety of challenges, or in precarious circumstances. People who exploit the vulnerable, underprivileged, or impoverished need to understand that God is watching and will hold them responsible. Those who are in need must maintain their faith in God, believing that He sees them, cares about them, and will provide His aid when it is needed. Those of us who fall into neither group must labor for the blessing and deliverance of those who are struggling and going through adversity.
Prayer: Oh gracious God, please bless a few folks I know who are going through serious hardship and heartache. Please let me be your conduit to them. But if you could, Father, give them your Spirit so they can have the stamina and fortitude to persevere. Bless them with plain, divine deliverance so that everyone will see your grace and give you praise. In Jesus' name, I ask it. Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good night brothers and sisters
Hebrews 12:2~ Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.
Who inspires you? I want to know who you actively appreciate, not just what the Sunday school class might say. Because Jesus is not physically here where we can see Him like previous heroes, it is difficult to "focus our eyes on Jesus." But He was the consum... moreGood night brothers and sisters
Hebrews 12:2~ Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.
Who inspires you? I want to know who you actively appreciate, not just what the Sunday school class might say. Because Jesus is not physically here where we can see Him like previous heroes, it is difficult to "focus our eyes on Jesus." But He was the consummate explorer and pioneer. He accepted the terrible punishment and disgrace of the crucifixion in order to atone for our sin! He did it so that we may have a hero who was immune to the effects of death and sin. He did it so that if we follow in His footsteps, we may be sure that the path He blazed was not just for Him but also for us.
Prayer: Please pardon me when I pursue falsehoods and lose sight of Jesus as my greatest hero. In order for people to experience the assurance that comes from having Jesus as their Lord, I want to respect and serve Him by allowing His life to come alive in me. I can't begin to say how grateful I am to my Lord for His suffering and the exorbitant price He paid to atone for my sins. The joy I feel at His ground-breaking success, which guarantees that I shall one day be with Him forever, is also beyond words! In Jesus' name, I ask it. Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good morning brothers and sisters
Hebrews 11:6~ But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
The foundation of our relationship with God is the atoning sacrifice of Jesus, which we have accepted by obedient faith. That faith is based on the conviction that God not only exists but also truly cares about us and our desire to get to know Him. He longs to be a blessing to those who ... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Hebrews 11:6~ But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
The foundation of our relationship with God is the atoning sacrifice of Jesus, which we have accepted by obedient faith. That faith is based on the conviction that God not only exists but also truly cares about us and our desire to get to know Him. He longs to be a blessing to those who seek Him. But when we seek Him, we discover that knowing and being known by the one and only real God is much more gratifying than any other benefit!
Prayer: I do want to get to know You better, holy God. Please have a stronger presence in both my life and the life of Your Church. In Jesus' name, I ask it. Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good night brothers and sisters
Leviticus 19:31~ Regard not them that have familiar spirits, neither seek after wizards, to be defiled by them: I am the LORD your God.
Our culture is once again becoming fascinated with the occult, the realm of demons, and witchcraft. It's easy for us to respond in one of two harmful ways: either we minimize the truth of these things, or we engage in them as enjoyment or entertainment. God wants us to understand that these obsessions are harmful because the wi... moreGood night brothers and sisters
Leviticus 19:31~ Regard not them that have familiar spirits, neither seek after wizards, to be defiled by them: I am the LORD your God.
Our culture is once again becoming fascinated with the occult, the realm of demons, and witchcraft. It's easy for us to respond in one of two harmful ways: either we minimize the truth of these things, or we engage in them as enjoyment or entertainment. God wants us to understand that these obsessions are harmful because the wicked forces responsible for them are real, and when we engage in them, they corrupt us. God alone is God, and His people are to worship Him without any rivals.
Prayer: Thank you, Holy and Mighty God, for using the death and resurrection of Jesus to overthrow the authority and control of wicked forces. Please deliver the people I know and love who are in some way ensnared by a preoccupation with false gods and evil spirits. Please fill your church with your Spirit and make us a holy, spotless people who are prepared to serve you. In Jesus' name, I ask it. Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good morning brothers and sisters
1 Corinthians 10:24~ Let no man seek his own, but every man another's wealth.
Amazingly, the more we attempt to handle things on our own, the more we prioritize "watching out for number one," and the more we alienate ourselves from the important connections that make life worthwhile. The phrase says, "If you want a friend, then be a friend." I tell you what, it's true! It's simple to look out exclusively for our own interests. That is what the majority of peo... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
1 Corinthians 10:24~ Let no man seek his own, but every man another's wealth.
Amazingly, the more we attempt to handle things on our own, the more we prioritize "watching out for number one," and the more we alienate ourselves from the important connections that make life worthwhile. The phrase says, "If you want a friend, then be a friend." I tell you what, it's true! It's simple to look out exclusively for our own interests. That is what the majority of people automatically do. However, the desire of Christians to put the needs of others above their own is what distinguishes them as followers of God and makes them redemptive.
Prayer: Father, please pardon me, as I am aware that I often act selfishly and seldom consider the effects of the choices I make on the needs of others. With everyone who needs your grace and the kindness you have given me to share with them, I want to have the mentality of Christ and to be more unselfish and sacrificial. Bless me as I try to live this part of my life like your Son. In Jesus' name, I ask it. Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good night brothers and sisters
James 2:18~ Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works.
If we say we believe God, but still choose our own way, does our belief mean anything? If we say we trust God but still keep Him out of our decisions, do we really trust Him? If we profess to love God but fail to love our neighbor, is our love for God genuine? Our works will never earn our salvation, but genuine savi... moreGood night brothers and sisters
James 2:18~ Yea, a man may say, Thou hast faith, and I have works: shew me thy faith without thy works, and I will shew thee my faith by my works.
If we say we believe God, but still choose our own way, does our belief mean anything? If we say we trust God but still keep Him out of our decisions, do we really trust Him? If we profess to love God but fail to love our neighbor, is our love for God genuine? Our works will never earn our salvation, but genuine saving faith will compel good works, proving our salvation as the living Spirit works through us.
Prayer: Lord, I love You, believe You, and trust You. Thank You for calling me to faith and imparting me with salvation and righteousness. Empower me to live in Your righteousness so that my works may testify to Your saving power as my faith carries me past all doubt, fear, and failure. In Jesus’ name, amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good morning brothers and sisters
1 thessalonians 4:11-12~ And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you;That ye may walk honestly toward them that are without, and that ye may have lack of nothing.
What are your goals? I'm not sure whether this applies to you, but I don't think I could state that my goal is to "enjoy a peaceful life." However, after hearing the justification for that instruction, I understand it. With all the... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
1 thessalonians 4:11-12~ And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you;That ye may walk honestly toward them that are without, and that ye may have lack of nothing.
What are your goals? I'm not sure whether this applies to you, but I don't think I could state that my goal is to "enjoy a peaceful life." However, after hearing the justification for that instruction, I understand it. With all their "busyness," so many individuals I see are stressed, worn out, and fatigued. In order to live a life that earns the respect of those around us, let's resolve to slow down a bit, trust God more and more every day, and work toward doing so!
Prayer: I need your assistance, O dear and holy Father, to learn how to calm down and take care of my own obligations rather than race about aimlessly and out of control. Please give me the knowledge I've been asking for, as well as the calmness and patience necessary for my heart and mind to be changed by that wisdom. In Jesus' name, I ask it. Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good night brothers and sisters
Psalms 133:1~ Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!
God made us for community, and for unity. In a world marked by selfish ambition, power struggles, and conflict, the unity of Christians is a refreshing and joyous contrast. In order to build, we must each rely on God’s grace to work out the selfishness and pride of our hearts, so that He can fill us with His Spirit which binds us in Him.
Prayer: God, help me to set a... moreGood night brothers and sisters
Psalms 133:1~ Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!
God made us for community, and for unity. In a world marked by selfish ambition, power struggles, and conflict, the unity of Christians is a refreshing and joyous contrast. In order to build, we must each rely on God’s grace to work out the selfishness and pride of our hearts, so that He can fill us with His Spirit which binds us in Him.
Prayer: God, help me to set aside my agenda, my pride, and my desire for power and prestige. I confess that holding on to these things has damaged my relationships and hurt those around me. Grant me the grace to forgive others who have wronged me, and the humility to seek forgiveness where I have caused strife. Grow the bonds of love that You have given us, so that our unity may testify to Your power and goodness. In Jesus’ name, amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good morning brothers and sisters
Psalm 90:12~ So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.
We waste our time when we stop feeling the need to live for God. God has a plan for His church, our globe, and every one of us. We can never develop a heart of knowledge without God's gift of "spiritual arithmetic"—numbering our days accurately. So where can we find such a gift? Without reservation, ask for it (James 1:5-7)! Our lives and the way we live them are greatly im... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Psalm 90:12~ So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.
We waste our time when we stop feeling the need to live for God. God has a plan for His church, our globe, and every one of us. We can never develop a heart of knowledge without God's gift of "spiritual arithmetic"—numbering our days accurately. So where can we find such a gift? Without reservation, ask for it (James 1:5-7)! Our lives and the way we live them are greatly impacted by our trust in the Lord for guidance. God offers us a heart of wisdom rather than discouragement!
Prayer: Only you, Holy and Almighty God, King of the Ages, are fully wise, just, and kind. Please assist me in understanding where I am in life and the part you want me to play in it. I want to live my life in a way that honors you. In Jesus' name, I ask. Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good night brothers and sisters
Philippians 2:5~ Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus:
To be more like Christ, we must seek the mind of Christ. The more we think like him, the easier it will be to live for him and emulate him. And what is the mind of Christ? It is the mind that chooses humility over pride, and service over demands. His is a mind that regards others with love and seeks opportunities to dispense grace and mercy.
Prayer: Father, You are wise and loving. I ask... moreGood night brothers and sisters
Philippians 2:5~ Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus:
To be more like Christ, we must seek the mind of Christ. The more we think like him, the easier it will be to live for him and emulate him. And what is the mind of Christ? It is the mind that chooses humility over pride, and service over demands. His is a mind that regards others with love and seeks opportunities to dispense grace and mercy.
Prayer: Father, You are wise and loving. I ask that You grow me in the knowledge of Your ways, so that I may serve You more faithfully. As I meditate on Your word and the example of Jesus, help me to discern the mind that compels his humble acts of love and grace. Work in my thoughts, so that I might conform my mind to Yours. In Jesus’ name, amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
Good morning brothers and sisters
Jeremiah 33:3~ Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not.
God desires that we seek Him and pray to Him. He wants to respond to us and inform us of things that are incomprehensible to us. He desires our closeness so that we may get to know Him. We are able to call on Him in the same way that a fearful child might call to a loving father who is in the next room, knowing that He will respond, watch over, a... moreGood morning brothers and sisters
Jeremiah 33:3~ Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not.
God desires that we seek Him and pray to Him. He wants to respond to us and inform us of things that are incomprehensible to us. He desires our closeness so that we may get to know Him. We are able to call on Him in the same way that a fearful child might call to a loving father who is in the next room, knowing that He will respond, watch over, and soothe us. More than that, however, our Father will make truths known to us that, without His mercy, we would not be able to understand.
Prayer: I really want to know you and to be known by you, Almighty God and Abba Father. Yes, there are things in my life and heart that I wish didn't exist. But I am aware of your grace, and I have faith that you are aware of my desire to share your grace and reflect your grandeur. Thank you for giving me the gift of being your child and for providing for my future. In Jesus' name, I ask. Amen.
SGT JOHN EDWARD SCIVOLETTI
PRIORY OF ST JOAN OF ARC
