Clothed in Joy, Crowned With Purpose
Aarti Sequeira
“I am overwhelmed with joy in the LORD my God! For he has dressed me with the clothing of salvation and draped me in a robe of righteousness …” Isaiah 61:10 (NLT)
Heavenly Father, we thank You for the gift of the Holy Spirit, poured out with love and power on Pentecost. Fill our hearts anew with Your presence, guiding us in truth, courage, and compassion each day. Help us to listen for Your voice and to walk faithfully in Your ways. May Your Spirit unite us, renew us, and send us out to share Your light with the world. We give You all glory and gratitude, now and always. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
“and I will ask the Father, and he will give you another comforting Counselor like me, the Spirit of Truth, to be with you forever.” John 14:16 (CJB)
“In my distress I called to the LORD; I cried to my God for help. From his temple he heard my voice; my cry came before him, into his ears.” Psalm 18:6 (NIV)
“For the eyes of the LORD run to and fro throughout the whole earth, to give strong support to those whose heart is blameless toward him.” 2 Chronicles 16:9a (ESV)
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5:16 (NRSVUE)
“‘Don’t lay a hand on the boy!’ the angel said. ‘Do not hurt him in any way, for now I know that you truly fear God. You have not withheld from me even your son, your only son.’” Genesis 22:12 (NLT)
“Do not be afraid of anyone, for I will be with you to rescue you. This is the LORD’s declaration.” Jeremiah 1:8 (CSB)
Jesus, I often feel anxious when my circumstances seem shaky or uncertain. But when I take my fears to You, I’m able to experience freedom. In Your presence, I remember who You are and who I am — Your child. In Your presence, I find peace. Overwhelm my heart with the fullness of joy that can only come from You. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
“… Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid.” Mark 6:50b (ESV)
“He directs the snow to fall on the earth and tells the rain to pour down.” Job 37:6 (NLT)
“I am overwhelmed with joy in the LORD my God! For he has dressed me with the clothing of salvation and draped me in a robe of righteousness …” Isaiah 61:10 (NLT)
“Then Jesus said, ‘Did I not tell you that if you believe, you will see the glory of God?’” John 11:40 (NIV)
Dear God, on this Father’s Day, we come with hearts grateful for the fathers, grandfathers, and father figures who have shown love, guidance, and care. Thank You for the ways they have supported...
“My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience.” James 1:2-3 (NKJV)