Scripture and a Prayer: “Fragile: Handle With Care”

“But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed.” (2 Corinthians 4:7-9)

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, thank you for placing in this fragile and unworthy vessel Your excellent all-surpassing power, so that we may be a witness of Your life-saving and life-giving love and grace. And yet even more, thank You for Your all-surpassing power to keep us safe so that when we are pressed in on every side by troubles, we’re not crushed, and when we are uncertain and unsure, You will give us what I need so that we will not despair. And when Satan comes at us to steal, kill, and destroy, You will give us the strength to endure and not capitulate. Therefore, thank You for this wonderful promise You have extended. AMEN