Scripture Union Daily Guide 30th September 2022 Devotional Message for Friday– Praise God anyway

Scripture Union Daily Guide 30th September 2022 Devotional for Friday

TOPIC: Praise God anyway

OPENING PRAYER: Dear Lord, grant me understanding and illumination as I ponder on your word in Jesus name.

SCRIPTURE: Psalm 30:1‐12

Scripture Union Daily Guide 30th September 2022 Message

The psalmist testifies to the works of God in his life. He has reasons to praise God. Notice some of these in vs.1‐3 & 11. Wailing and sackcloth (v.11) suggest mourning. With what were they replaced? List some of those reasons you too must praise God today. What attributes of God does he highlight in v.5a?

Sometimes, it seems we can only praise God when we experience something good or positive. But the psalmist, reflecting on the power of praise by faith, praises God for the seemingly difficult experiences he was made to pass through (vs.5b‐7).

God demolished the false security around him so he does not forget he owes all to God. With his self‐confidence swept away, he cried to the Lord in prayer (vs.8‐10). Any situation which brings us to our knees is good.

Many of us pray best when we are in a tight corner. God answered the prayer of the psalmist. Notice his vow in v.12. Those the Lord has redeemed must continue to sing God’s praise.

Question(s) for Reflection
• Is there any promise for me to believe or hope for?
• Is there any prayer for me to remember?
• What truth is God revealing to me in this passage?

• Any new insight or reinforcement of what you already know?

Scripture Union Daily Guide 30th September  Closing Prayer
• Lord, grant me the grace to praise and worship you regardless of my present situation.
• Lord, grant me the grace to praise and worship you regardless of my present situation.

Offer a prayer of faith in line with Exodus 3:8

One Year Bible Reading Plan
Zechariah 1, 2; Job 18; Psalms 119:161‐176.

NATIONAL PRAYER BULLETIN

Fri, 30-Sep-2022

PRAYER FOCUS

GOD IS GOOD
OCTOBER COUNCIL AT CAMP OF FAITH OKIGWE SEPT 30‐2ND OCT.
Oh, give thanks to the Lord, for He is good! For His mercy endures forever.
1 Chronicles 16:34

THANK GOD FOR:
☀ His generosity, love and care in the month of September.
☀ SU National Chairman and Council as they tarry in the presence of God to receive from God on behalf of SU Nigeria.

PRAY FOR:
☛ The goodness and mercy of the Lord for the coming month.
☛ Provisions for the coming month as you thank God for this month’ s own.
☛ The Chairman and Council Members as they deliberate on SU and the future work among children, youths and families.

PRAY AGAINST:
⚠ Loss of heart due to some unanswered prayers, knowing that as believers we must keep praying until something happens.
⚠ Ingratitude for all He has done for you especially in keeping you a life this month.

Scripture Union Daily Guide 30th September 2022. Scripture Union is an international, interdenominational, evangelical Christian organization. It was founded in 1867, and works in partnership with individuals and churches across the world. The organization’s stated aim is to use the Bible to inspire children, young people and adults to know God. Scripture Union Daily Guide 30th September 2022