"Great!"

Monday, April 11, 2016 (5:47 a.m.)

Most Holy God,

Let's talk about Your greatness (1 Chronicles 29:11-12) shall we?

“Great!” was an answer we were introduced to almost two weeks ago. When asked by our cruise director how we were all doing, he encouraged our group response to be a resounding, “Great!” It got me thinking. As John Blair later explained that he hoped it would.

We are blessed. Duly. Extravagantly. Continually. He hoped to remind us of that Truth. Often.

Thank You Father for the privilege of having a God fearing man and his wife in charge of shipboard activities. Thank You for their readiness to give You the glory while urging others to do the same.

How cool is that Father? 10 days of being readily reminded of Your unequalled greatness (Psalm 150:2). Great is Your faithfulness (Lamentations 3:23). And Your love (1 John 3:1 NIV). Your power (Exodus 32:11). You! (Deuteronomy 7:21, 10:17; 1 Chronicles 16:25.)

Great, Holy, praise deserving Father, thank You. Thank You for the blessings that You provide. Go with us today. There's a medical procedure scheduled to take place this morning. Guide, direct, instruct, dictate every single aspect of all that is involved.

We love You. We look to You. We ask (Matthew 7:7) Your presence. Your might. Your goodness to encompass us all as You continue teaching us what it is to live as though we truly believe Your greatness ultimately makes us great in the process.

Use us this day Holy Dad. Exactly as You wish. Work as You must that our eager response is, “Great!” when asked how we're doing. Empower me to remember that God Readily Excels At Tribulation!”

I love You Father. Thank You. Amen.

(289 words ~ 7:22 a.m.)