Daylight Scripture –  You are my hope, Lord. You, Lord, are the one I’ve trusted since childhood.

Psalm 71:5

Daylight Prayer – God, how wonderful you are to me. Even when things are bad, you are good. You are always there to hear about my hours, to listen to my ever-loving complaints, to soothe my broken heartness, to simply be with me, your presence comforting my soul. Lord, each day I see your hands at work through the people around me. I am grateful for them. I am grateful for your presence. May your name be lifted and praised, Jesus, Holy Spirit, Almighty. Amen.

Daylight Scripture – Be kind, compassionate, and forgiving to each other, in the same way God forgave you in Christ.

Ephesians 4:32

Daylight Prayer – Lord, Today I ask that you help me banish old grudges from my days. Sometimes I get so frustrated with them and how they impact life in the church. God, you know my heart and the hearts of all of us. You know what it takes to teach us how to forgive, and use our energies for good. Lord, I pray today that you release all persons who seem to want to hold on to past hurts like a badge of honor.  Forgive me for hurting anyone, and help me to forgive as you have forgiven me in Jesus. Amen.

Daylight Scripture – The women were frightened and bowed their faces toward the ground, but the men said to them, “Why do you look for the living among the dead? He isn’t here, but has been raised. 

Luke 24 : 5-6

Daylight Prayer – Lord Jesus, I would have been just as frightened as the women were that day. I mean, who can believe such a wondrous thing. First, that you would come to be one of us…straight out of heaven… and live a life like ours. Second, that you would be willing to give up that life for us…your life that is perfect for our lives which are ruined. And, third, that you would conquer not just our sin, but death for us. I mean, Lord, it’s scary and wonderful, miraculous and beautiful, simply too big for words. But, I am so grateful, my beloved, that you have rescued me and all of creation. Lord, bless and keep each one this Easter Day! Amen.

Daylight Scripture –  When he had received the bitter wine, Jesus said, “It is completed.” Bowing his head, he gave up his life.

John 19:30

Daylight Prayer – O Lord, woe is me this night…when I remember your suffering and your death. It is not something that I like to think about, how you were beaten, mocked, denied, rejected, spat upon, and nailed to a cross. How can I say that was good? How can I understand that kind of love? My heart breaks and I grieve yet again that my sin put you there. Forgive me, Lord I pray. Amen.

Daylight Scripture – Then one of the Twelve, who was called Judas Iscariot, went to the chief priests and said, “What will you give me if I turn Jesus over to you?” They paid him thirty pieces of silver.  From that time on he was looking for an opportunity to turn him in.

Matthew 26: 14-16

Daylight Prayer – Lord, today is the day we remember how Judas betrayed you to the people who would have you killed. You knew that he was going to do it, for you knew his soul. How many times have I betrayed you? Did you know that I would? Forgive me, Lord. Cleanse me from the darkness of heart that would permit me to betray you…even in the slightest way. I know your mercy is never-ending, and your love strong enough to save me from my sin and from myself. Lord in your mercy, hear my prayer. Amen.

Daylight Scripture – If you lie down, you won’t be terrified. When you lie down, your sleep will be pleasant.

Proverbs 3:24

Daylight Prayer – Gracious Lord, Thank you for the pleasant feeling of peace when I lie down at night. I know you remember my prayers from when I was a little girl. I trusted you completely with my hours of slumber because I was sure you were right there watching me. I still feel that way even though I’ve stopped the, “now I lay me down to sleep” prayer I prayed then. I still trust you to either take me through the night to morning or take me home…either one, and I am alright. Amen.

Daylight Scripture – Where were you when I laid the earth’s foundation? Tell me, if you understand.

Job 36: 4

Daylight Prayer – Lord, I thank you that you are bigger than I can understand. Since you laid the foundation of the earth, you can surely take care of me. Let me know what I need to know to be able to do the things that you want me to do and help me to be more like my Lord Jesus. Amen.

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Daylight Scripture – Hear me, Lord, and answer me, for I am poor and needy.  Guard my life, for I am faithful to you; save your servant who trusts in you.

Psalm 86: 1-2

Daylight Prayer – Some days, Lord…some days are just hard! Long! Frustrating! and I must admit, I am glad when they are over! Forgive me when I complain, fuss, cry and act a fool. I know better. But, when I am tired, poor and needy….what I need is more of you. So give me more, Lord. More. So that I can stand up straight and bless your Holy name; so that I can be generous; so I can be whole and well. Amen.

Daylight Scripture – The Lord is my light and my salvation. Should I fear anyone?  The Lord is a fortress protecting my life.  Should I be frightened of anything?

Psalm 27:1

Daylight Prayer – Gracious God, this world is so full of fearful things, including people, ideologies, natural disasters, disease, weapons, and wars. Of these, we have no control. But we have you to protect us. Fill me today with the courage of the redeemed, for that is who you have made me. Amen.

Daylight Scripture – Let all those who are suffering eat and be full! Let all who seek the Lord praise him! I pray your hearts live forever!

Psalm 22:26

Daylight Prayer – Lord, in the midst of suffering our hearts cry out to you. Thank you for hearing us, listening to our hardships, and offering the presence of your Spirit to comfort and guide us. Let each of us…let me Lord, live in your favor all the days of my life. Help me to find you when I am in the suffering place. Help all of us to cling to you like you are all we have, because I know you are. Amen.