Today’s Reading: Jude 1
What prayer does this text invite you to say right now? These are verses that made me reflect on where we are at right now.
In the last times, there will be scoffers who will follow their own ungodly desires. These are the people who divide you, who follow mere natural instincts and do not have the spirit. But you, dear friends, by building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit. Keep yourselves in God’s love as you wait for the mercy of our Lord Jesus to bring you to eternal life.
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before You knowing the truth of Your word. We see the division in our world, the disbelief, and the temptation to follow fleeting desires and natural instincts rather than Your guidance. Lord, guard our hearts against cynicism and protect our minds from being drawn into the strife that divides us.
Instead of being worn down by the world, help us to purposefully build ourselves—and each other—up in our most holy faith. When we are weak or unsure, we ask that You fill us with Your Holy Spirit. Guide our thoughts and intercede for us, teaching us how to pray in the Spirit even when we lack the words.
Lord, anchor us deeply in Your love. Whenever we are tempted to drift, remind us of Your steadfast grace. Give us patience and endurance as we look forward with hopeful expectation for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ. May the promise of eternal life sustain us through every challenge we face today.
In Jesus’ name we pray,
Amen