Scripture

Matthew 15

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Observation

For what did Jesus criticize the Pharisees? How did the crowds respond after seeing Jesus perform miracles?

Application

Do I concern myself more with tradition and appearance than with truth and a pure heart? Do I give God praise for all His mighty works?

Prayer

Pray today’s Scripture back to God:
Dear Father, Keep me from the attitudes of the Pharisees. May I never place the traditions of men anywhere near the honor and respect Your Word deserves. May I never be more concerned with appearing to be righteous than with having a heart that desires to be more like You. Remind me to praise You for all the wonderful things You do in Your perfect love, grace and mercy. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Pray to BLESS!
One good way to pray for people is to use the acronym BLESS to pray for God’s blessing on every area of their lives:

• B – BODY (physical health)
• L – Labor (their job or school)
• E – Emotions (emotional health as well as guarding against letting emotions rule)
• S – Social (relationships with family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, church, etc)
• S – Spiritual (remaining true to God and growing in Him)

SATURDAY

Spend some time praying for the following people and ministries.

• Chris & DeAnn Smith (Sasha, Noah, Gavin)
• Jeannie Williams
• Danielle Youngblood (Kayla, Kendra)
• Janeth & Moy

Ministry:

• Chapel Mission India

CLF:

• That we would be devoted to thanksgiving and praise to our Lord–for what He has done, for what He is doing, for what He will do, and for who He is–in good times and bad.

Community: Pray for Mountain Home…

• That city leaders would submit to God
• That people can find and keep gainful employment
• For sound financial management by city officials
• Salvation for unbelievers
• For the mayor, city council members, and public works officials
• For the air base: safety for military and their families (especially those who are deployed), sound military strategies by commanders, impact for Christ in areas where deployed

SUNDAY

• Franceine Anderson
• Jenn Austring
• Sher Brodoski

Missionary:

• Lito Dictican, Port of Tacoma

CLF:

• That we will be devoted to evangelism and growth; that the Lord will add to our numbers those who are being saved.

Community: Pray for Boise & Garden City…

• That city leaders would submit to God
• That people can find and keep gainful employment
• For sound financial management by city officials
• Salvation for unbelievers
• For the mayor, city council members, and public works officials
• Gowan Field Military Base

MEMORY VERSE OF THE WEEK:
And entrust what you heard me say in the presence of many others as witnesses to faithful people who will be competent to teach others as well. – 2 Timothy 2:2 (NET)