I know a lot of you are starting school this week, so I spent some time praying for you guys this morning. I think the Lord especially put on my heart those of you who are in public school. I prayed for you guys from a couple verses:

“Do not love the world or the things of the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him.” 1 John 2:15. I prayed that despite the many worldly allurements that may confront you, God would give you grace to find joy and satisfaction in him alone.

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths. Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord, and turn away from evil. It will be healing to your flesh and refreshment to your bones.” Proverbs 3:5-8. This prayer is simple: Lord, help them to be humble and to trust You.

“You are the salt of the earth, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled under people’s feet. You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” Matthew 5:13-16. I ended by praying that you would conduct yourselves in a way that leaves no doubt that you are living for the Audience of One.

Finally, may the gospel be of “first importance” (1 Corinthians 15:3). May you remember that “Christ died for our sins.”

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