Verse: John 17:15
"My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one."
Thought: As Christians, many times, we think, "Lord, I am ready to be with you." What a great thought to walk the streets of gold and worship our Lord and Savior face to face. However, as Jesus was praying for the disciples and I have to think for every believer to follow, his prayer was for protection over us as we remain in the world doing the work of the Lord.
We are not comfortable here on Earth, nor will we ever be because we are in the world not of this world. We are the redeemed called for a heavenly purpose. May we not be so anxious to head home before our work here is complete.
Prayer: Thank You, Lord, for Your protection. Jesus, You walked in our footsteps and knew the trials we would one day face. Even in Your hardest trial You were thinking of us and the trials we would face because we love You. Thank You for loving us so much. Give us the strength to stand against the enemy without growing weary to accomplish all You have called us to.
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