VERSE OF THE DAY

Wednesday

Luke 2:28-32 Simeon took him [Jesus] in his arms and praised God, saying: "Sovereign Lord, as you have promised, you now dismiss your servant in peace. For my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the sight of all people, a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for glory to your people Israel."

God's gift to Simeon was truly precious and touching. He is the embodiment of every nation, race, and culture that is seeking God's salvation.  God's salvation, as Luke loves to remind us again and again, is for all people!

PRAYER ...

Lord God of all nations, not only do I pray for peace on earth, but I pray that the knowledge of Jesus may be spread to every nation this coming year. Please make me sensitive to those around me who need Your grace and give me courage and the right words to say.  Please stir me to be generous to those who are spreading Your Gospel throughout the world. Please bind the work of Satan that keeps nations in darkness and away from grace.   Make Your Kingdom triumph through the growth of Your word throughout the world.  In Jesus' name I pray.  Amen.