Saturday, December 17, 2011

Enthusiasm

Enthusiasm without knowledge is no good; haste makes mistakes
Proberbs 19:2

Lord, you give your people joy. Lord we ask for enthusiasm not only for the things that we naturally enjoy, but also for things that are not particularly fun. May we be full of the right kind of enthusiasm; the kind that is under control and productive. Fill us with your spirit which produces both joy and self control.

God's Favor

Unless the LORD builds a house
the work of the builders is wasted
Unless the Lord protects a city, guarding it with sentries will do no good
It is useless for you to work so hard from early morning until late at night,
anxiously working for food to eat;
for God gives rest to his loved ones

Psalm 127:1-2

Lord Jesus,

Everything we do is dependent on you weather we realize it or not. Apart from you, we can do nothing. We might have the talent, the intelligence, and the work ethic to achieve much, but without your blessing we will achieve little. May we go about our work and preparation with a spirit full of joy and confidence. Give us the peace to work to the best of our ability and trust you with the results even if they are not what we would like them to be. May we not be anxious, distressed, or afraid. We pray that your name be honored above all else.