Prayer Archive

Here you can find our prayer resources archive. Enjoy a search through the years.

Daily Devotions for OCTOBER 2024

I will sprinkle clean water on you, and you will be clean;
I will cleanse you from all your impurities and from all your idols.
I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you;
I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.

Ezekiel 36 verses 25 and 26

In 2024 we are considering BEFORE THE GOOD NEWS – GOD’S PLAN BEGINS – as we step back into the Old Testament and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

In October we journey with the major prophets of EZEKIEL and DANIEL.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2024.

These Devotions are but one way to feed on God’s Word in the morning, at midday, in the evening… to pray with Him continually through the day and even to share with others the treasures or hurdles you discover.
The Church website and Facebook page (even on a handy mobile) provide a fuller daily devotional page. However it all follows the pattern below which the information provided fits into, based on the Kirk’s origins of the Celtic and Northumbrian traditions
which we started as a church family in 2015.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

Prayer for the Month of OCTOBER

O LORD our God
The God of Ezekiel and Daniel
Yesterday, today and forever
Breathe upon us

O Spirit of our God
The God of Ezekiel
Yesterday, today and forever
Renew and Restore us

O Living LORD our God
The God of Daniel
Yesterday, today and forever
Empower and use us

O Holy Spirit of our God
The God of Ezekiel and Daniel
Yesterday, today and forever
Fill us afresh

Amen and Amen!

The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in heaven
Hallowed be Your Name.
Your kingdom come
Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread
And forgive us our sins
As we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
But deliver us from evil.
For Yours is the kingdom, the power and the glory.
Now and for ever
Amen

Daily Devotions for SEPTEMBER 2024

“Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths,
ask where the good way is, and walk in it,
and you will find rest for your souls.”

Jeremiah 6 verse 16

In 2024 we are considering BEFORE THE GOOD NEWS – GOD’S PLAN BEGINS – as we step back into the Old Testament and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

From August-October we are journeying with the major prophets of Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel and Daniel and so in September
we are looking into the books of JEREMIAH and also Lamentations.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2024.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

Prayer for the Month of SEPTEMBER

O LORD my God
Faithful and Eternal
Planner and Potter
Guide my steps

O LORD my God
Saviour and Teacher
Guide and Protector
Lighten my load

O LORD my God
Merciful and Forgiving
Helper and Provider
Walk with me

This month
This day
This moment

Amen and Amen.

Daily Devotions for AUGUST 2024

A voice of one calling: “In the wilderness prepare the way for the Lord;
make straight in the desert a highway for our God“.

Isaiah 40 verse 3

From August-October we are journeying with the major prophets of ISAIAH, Jeremiah, Ezekiel and Daniel.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2024.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

Prayer for the Month of AUGUST

O LORD our God
The God of the Prophets
Yesterday, today and forever
Meet with us

O LORD our God
The God of the Prophets
Yesterday, today and forever
Speak with us

O LORD our God
The God of the Prophets
Yesterday, today and forever
Lead us and use us

Amen and Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven
Hallowed be Your Name.
Your kingdom come
Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread
And forgive us our sins
As we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
But deliver us from evil.
For Yours is the kingdom, the power and the glory.
Now and for ever
Amen

Daily Devotions for JULY 2024

Do not despise the Lord’s discipline, and do not resent his rebuke,
because the Lord disciplines those he loves, as a father the son he delights in.

Proverbs 3 verses 11 and 12

In 2024 we are considering BEFORE THE GOOD NEWS – GOD’S PLAN BEGINS – as we step back into the Old Testament and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

In July we continue our journey with a few Psalms and the book of Proverbs.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2024.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

Prayer for the Month of JULY

O LORD our God

Continue to teach us how
To trust You with all our heart
and lean not on our own understanding;

Help us day by day
In all our ways to submit to You,
and know You will make our paths straight.

For we do believe and trust in You
Father, Son and Holy Spirit

Amen and Amen

Daily Devotions for JUNE 2024

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;
in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.

Proverbs 3 vs 5 and 6

In June we journey with a few Psalms and the book of Proverbs.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2024.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

Prayer for the Month of JUNE

O LORD our God

Teach us how
To trust You with all our heart
and lean not on our own understanding;

Help us
In all our ways to submit to You,
and know You will make our paths straight.

For we believe and trust in You
Father, Son and Holy Spirit

Amen and Amen

Daily Devotions for MAY 2024

But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness,
and all these things will be given to you as well.

Matthew 6 verse 33

During 2023 we were looking daily at the theme of TELLING OTHERS THE GOOD NEWS as we journeyed with Matthew, Mark, Luke and John through their gospels.

In 2024 we consider BEFORE THE GOOD NEWS – GOD’S PLAN BEGINS – as we step back into the Old Testament and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

In May we conclude our journey with Esther and enter into the global prayer venture Thy Kingdom Come 2024.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2024.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

Prayer for the Month of MAY

O Sovereign God
Thy Kingdom Come
Thy Will be done
In our world

O Almighty LORD
Thy Kingdom Come
Thy will be done
In our Church life and work

O Father God
Thy Kingdom Come
Thy will be done
In our lives
In my life

In Jesus’ name
Amen and Amen!

DAILY DEVOTIONS for APRIL 2024

We will obey all that the LORD, our Lord, commands us;
and that we will keep all his laws and requirements.
Nehemiah 10 verse 29

During 2023 we were looking daily at the theme of TELLING OTHERS THE GOOD NEWS as we journeyed with Matthew, Mark, Luke and John through their gospels.

In 2024 we consider BEFORE THE GOOD NEWS – GOD’S PLAN BEGINS – as we step back into the Old Testament and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

In April we journey with RUTH, EZRA, NEHEMIAH and ESTHER

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2024.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

Prayer for the Month of APRIL

O Sovereign King
We bow before You
Lord of all
Our Lord

O Gracious King
We bow before You
Lord of all
Our Lord

O Just and Righteous King
We bow before You
Lord of all
Our Lord

Amen

Daily Devotions for MARCH 2024

Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Romans 5 verse 1

During 2023 we were looking daily at the theme of TELLING OTHERS THE GOOD NEWS as we journeyed with Matthew, Mark, Luke and John through their gospels.

In March we journey through Lent and Easter together.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2024.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

Prayer for the Month of MARCH

LORD God
Our God
Father God
Thank you
For sending Jesus

Lord Jesus
Our Saviour
Redeemer
Thank you
For taking our place

Amen and Amen

Daily Devotions for FEBRUARY 2024

I am the LORD your God who brought you out of Egypt, where you were slaves.
Exodus 20 verse 2

During 2023 we were looking daily at the theme of TELLING OTHERS THE GOOD NEWS as we journeyed with Matthew, Mark, Luke and John through their gospels.

In 2024 we are considering BEFORE THE GOOD NEWS – GOD’S PLAN BEGINS – as we step back into the Old Testament and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

In February we journey together through EXODUS and JOSHUA.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2024.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

Prayer for the Month of FEBRUARY
O LORD our God
The God of Moses and Joshua
The God of miracles and signs
O LORD our God
Come near to us

O LORD our God
The God of miracles and signs
The God of holy things
O LORD our God
Be merciful to us

O LORD our God
The God of holy things
The God of battles and victories
O LORD our God
Help us we call out

In Jesus’ name
Amen and Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

Daily Devotions for JANUARY 2024

In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth..
Genesis 1 verse 1

During 2023 we were looking daily at the theme of TELLING OTHERS THE GOOD NEWS as we journeyed with Matthew, Mark, Luke and John through their gospels.

In 2024 we will consider BEFORE THE GOOD NEWS – GOD’S PLAN BEGINS – as we step back into the Old Testament….and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

In January we journey through GENESIS together.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together daily in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2024

These Devotions are but one way to feed on God’s Word in the morning, at midday, in the evening… to pray with Him continually through the day and even to share with others the treasures or hurdles you discover.
The Church website and Facebook page (even on a handy mobile) provide a fuller daily devotional page. However it all follows
the pattern below which the information provided fits into, based on the Kirk’s origins of the Celtic and Northumbrian traditions which we started as a church family back in 2015.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of January

O God of Adam
Abraham, Jacob and Joseph
Our God
Travel with us

God of beginnings
Journeys, dreams and family
Our God
Go before us

God of future planning
Speaking, moving and tomorrows
Our God
Be with us

Today, tomorrow and forever
In Jesus’ name
Amen

Daily Devotions for DECEMBER 2023

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given,
and the government will be on his shoulders.
And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,
Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

Isaiah 9 verse 6

During 2022 we were looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS as we journeyed with Paul through his letter to the ROMANS.
In 2023, we have been looking at TELLING OTHERS THE GOOD NEWS with Matthew, Mark, Luke and John and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

In December we journey through ADVENT together.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2023.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

Prayer for the Month of DECEMBER

Wonderful Counsellor
Prince of Peace
Son of God
Son of Man

Be born afresh in us
Live in us
Live through us
Living Lord Jesus

Amen and Amen we pray.

Daily Devotions for November 2023

The Word became a human being and, full of grace and truth, lived among us.

John 1 verse 14

During 2022 we were looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS as we journeyed with Paul through his letter to the ROMANS.

In 2023, we are looking at TELLING OTHERS THE GOOD NEWS with Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

In September, October and November we are journeying with JOHN in his Gospel.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2023.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

Prayer for the Month of NOVEMBER

Prayer for November – (look at John 16 v 33 & 17 vs 9-11)

O Lord you have said that we would have troubles in this world,
but, You have overcome the world.
Keep us, therefore, in your grace as you have promised.
Amen

The Lord’s Prayer-
Our Father, who art in heaven
Hallowed be Your Name.
Your kingdom come
Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread
And forgive us our sins
As we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
But deliver us from evil.
For Yours is the kingdom, the power and the glory.
Now and for ever
Amen

Daily Devotions for OCTOBER 2023

Jesus answered him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life;
no one goes to the Father except by me.”

John 14 verse 6

During 2022 we were looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS as we journeyed with Paul through his letter to the ROMANS.
In 2023, we are looking at TELLING OTHERS THE GOOD NEWS with Matthew, Mark, Luke and John……and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

In October we continue our journey through JOHN’s GOSPEL.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2023.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of OCTOBER

Jesus said, “I am the way the truth and the life……If you knew me
you would know the Father as well.”
We pray: – Lord abide in us as the Father does in you.
Amen

Daily Devotions for September 2023

The Word became a human being and,
full of grace and truth, lived among us.

John 1 verse 14

During 2022 we were looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS as we journeyed with Paul through his letter to the ROMANS.

In 2023, we are looking at TELLING OTHERS THE GOOD NEWS with Matthew, Mark, Luke and John…..and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

In September we start our journey with JOHN in his Gospel.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2023.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

Prayer for the Month of SEPTEMBER

Father God
Thank you for sending Jesus
Son of God
Son of Man
From heaven to earth

Holy Spirit
Show us
Teach us
Help us
To follow Him
To love Him
To serve Him
More and more

In this world
We ask in Jesus’ name
Amen

Daily Devotions for AUGUST 2023

Your word is a lamp to guide me
and a light for my path.

Psalm 119 verse 105

During 2022 we were looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS as we journeyed with Paul through his letter to the ROMANS.

In 2023, we are looking at TELLING OTHERS THE GOOD NEWS with Matthew, Mark, Luke and John….and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

In August we pause in the PSALMS.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2023.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

Prayer for the Month of AUGUST

These are Psalms of encouragement to read during the holiday month.
Why not read one a week.

Psalm 33; Psalm 37vs 1-17; Psalm 85; Psalm 96

Daily Devotions for JULY 2023

“You are witnesses of these things.
And I myself will send upon you what my Father has promised.
But you must wait in the city until the power from above comes down upon you.”

Luke 24 verses 48 and 49

During 2022 we were looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS as we journeyed with Paul through his letter to the ROMANS.
In 2023, we are looking at TELLING OTHERS THE GOOD NEWS with Matthew, Mark, Luke and John…..and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

In June and July we journey with LUKE and his Gospel.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2023.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of JULY

Lord, there are times when we feel overwhelmed by life
and do not know what lies ahead.
But Your gracious leadership shows us how to keep going
even though we may be confused or hurting.
Please continue to grant us your encouragement.
Amen

Daily Devotions for JUNE 2023

So I made a careful study of everything and then decided to write and tell you exactly what took place. Luke 1 verse 3

During 2022 we were looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS as we journeyed with Paul through his letter to the ROMANS.

In June and July we journey with LUKE and his Gospel.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2023.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of JUNE

Dear Jesus,
You proclaimed that You were the way, the way to a better life.
You came to show us how to help provide a better life for everyone worse off than ourselves.
Lead us now, strengthening us to care for those who are vulnerable and the strangers in our midst.
Amen

Daily Devotions for MAY 2023

“Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.”

Matthew 6 verses 9 and 10

During 2022 we were looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS .

In 2023, we are looking at TELLING OTHERS THE GOOD NEWS with Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

In May we consider the theme of THY KINGDOM COME as we share in the global prayer venture
Praying for 5 people we know to meet with Jesus.
Praying for God’s Kingdom to be evidenced on earth as it is in heaven.
Praying for ourselves, our Church Family, the Church, and our nation and our world.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2023.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of MAY

Dear LORD God,
As we witness the trials and the groaning of your beautiful creation,
which in large part we have caused, we ask You humbly
to grant us Your wisdom to try to put right all that we have done to foul it up.
We also ask You to bring about that new Kingdom with
a New Heaven and Earth to the end that we can see how Great is Our God!
We ask this of You, Mighty God, so that we may look forward to Your closer presence, through the blessings of Jesus our Saviour,
and the power of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.

Daily Devotions for APRIL 2023

…Jesus said to them, “Go throughout the whole world and preach the gospel to all mankind.”
Mark 16 verse 15

During 2022 we were looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS as we journeyed with Paul through his letter to the ROMANS.

In April we journey with MARK after Easter.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2023.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of APRIL

Dear Lord,
After Your humiliation, You walked steadfastly on
to a certain painful and brutal death.
You were afraid for You sweated blood with anguish,
but You still went on so that all those of us who truly believe
may rise to be with You at the end of our mortal journey.
We praise You and joyously give thanks to You for Your steadfastness.
Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in heaven
Hallowed be Your Name.
Your kingdom come
Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread
And forgive us our sins
As we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
But deliver us from evil.
For Yours is the kingdom, the power and the glory.
Now and for ever
Amen

Daily Devotions for MARCH 2023

…Jesus said to them,
“The Son of Man is about to be handed over to men who will kill him;
but three days later he will be raised to life.” Matthew 17 verses 22 and 23

During 2022 we were looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS as we journeyed with Paul through his letter to the ROMANS.
In 2023, we are looking at TELLING OTHERS THE GOOD NEWS with Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.

….and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world in this season of Lent as we journey with Matthew and a few Psalms.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2023

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of MARCH

Dear Lord,
Some of us come to the season of Lent
with an attitude or practice of self denial
to remind us of your 40 days fasting in the desert.
Whether or not we each do this,
please help us all to use this time
to prayerfully examine our way of life and our commitment to You.
Amen

Daily Devotions for FEBRUARY 2023

Everyone was amazed. “What kind of man is this?” they said.
“Even the winds and the waves obey him!”

Matthew 8 verse 27

During 2022 we were looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS as we journeyed with Paul through his letter to the ROMANS.

In 2023, we are looking at TELLING OTHERS THE GOOD NEWS with Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.

And pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2023.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of FEBRUARY

Dear Lord,
Matthew teaches us that You care intensely about people.
Most notably those who are on the margin of society; the aged, the blind, the infirm, the psychotic, and even those whom we would naturally distrust.
Give us encouragement and grace to follow Your example, that we may show Your Glory in our lives.
Amen

DAILY DEVOTIONS for JANUARY 2023

Someone is shouting in the desert,
“Prepare a road for the Lord, make a straight path for him to travel!”
Matthew 3 verse 3

During 2022 we were looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS as we journeyed with Paul through his letter to the ROMANS.

In 2023, we will be looking at TELLING OTHERS THE GOOD NEWS – with Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.

And pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

We are all invited to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2023.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of JANUARY

Dear Jesus, to each other we have given our gifts of love
When we celebrated your birth.
But the wise men brought gifts
Showing Your Kingship,
The bitterness of life,
And the embalming in death.
Help us to remember that You came Purposefully
To exchange Your Life for ours.
Amen

Daily Devotions for DECEMBER 2022.

This very day in David’s town your Saviour was born – Christ the Lord!
Luke 2 verse 11

During 2022 we have been looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS as we journeyed with Paul through his letter to the ROMANS
– and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

In December, as the year closes, we focus on ADVENT and CHRISTMAS with the Prophets and Matthew and Luke.

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of DECEMBER

Dear Lord, help us to remember at this time of
Presents and Puddings,
Cards and Chocolates,
Paper hats and Limericks
With all the Glitz of Christmas celebration
That the King of Glory came Humbly into our world.
In Jesus’ name
Amen

Daily Devotions for NOVEMBER 2022

Now that we have been put right with God through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Romans 5 verse 1

During 2022 we have been looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS as we journeyed with Paul through his letter to the ROMANS – and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

In November, as we move through the year, we take a final look at some of the truths again behind the words of these powerful chapters and verses.

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of NOVEMBER

Lord, we thank You for our founder, Paul
We thank You for his wisdom and resolve
Help us to understand the intricacy
Of his message, and to follow You as a Christian Nation
Built from the ‘nations’.
In Jesus’ name
Amen.

Daily Devotions for OCTOBER 2022

So then, my brothers, because of God’s great mercy to us I appeal to you : Offer yourselves as a living sacrifice to God, dedicated to his service and pleasing to Him.
Romans 12 verse 1

During 2022 we have been looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS as we journey with Paul through his letter to the ROMANS – and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

In October, as we move on through the year, we look at the truths behind the words of CHAPTERS 13-16 including those names and people in chapter 16!

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of OCTOBER

O God of mercy and amazing grace
Thank you for all you have given us
In Christ Jesus

O God of love and saving grace
Thank you for all you are doing in us
Through Christ Jesus

O God of help and wondrous grace
Equip us to serve you in this world
For Christ Jesus

For yours is due all the glory and honour
Praises and worship
Because of Christ Jesus

Amen and Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

DAILY DEVOTIONS for SEPTEMBER 2022

Look, I place in Zion a stone that will make people stumble, a rock that will make them fall.
But whoever believes in him will not be disappointed.

Romans 9 verse 33

During 2022 we have been looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS as we journey with Paul through his letter to the ROMANS – and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

In September, as we move on from summer, we look at the truths behind the words of CHAPTERS 9-12

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of SEPTEMBER

O God of Israel
O God of Good News
Our God

How great are your riches!
How deep is your wisdom!
How marvellous are your ways!

O God of Israel
O God of Good News
Our God

How much we do not know
How much we do not understand
How much we need to trust you

O God of Israel
O God of Good News
Our God

In Jesus’ name
Amen and Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

Daily Devotions for AUGUST 2022

A voice of one calling:
“In the wilderness prepare the way for the LORD;
make straight in the desert a highway for our God”

Isaiah 40 verse 3

In July and August, as we pause for summer, we look at the Good News that came through ISAIAH.

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’.

A Prayer for the Month of AUGUST

O God of Isaiah
O God of Good News
Our God
Hear us

O God of Isaiah
O God of comfort and joy
Our God
Help us

O God of Isaiah
O God of strength and hope
Our God
Refresh us

In Jesus’ name
Together
Amen we call out

Daily Devotions for JULY 2022

“Come now, let us reason together,” says the LORD.
“Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow.”
Isaiah 1 verse 18

In July and August, as we pause for summer, we look at the Good News that came through ISAIAH.

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’.

A Prayer for the Month of JULY

O God of Good News
Thank you

O God of Good News
Help us

O God of Good News
Hear us

O God of Good News
Use us

In Jesus’ name
This is our prayer
Together
Amen

Daily Devotions for JUNE 2022

What, then, shall we say in response to these things?
If God is for us, who can be against us?

Romans 8 verse 31

During 2022 we are looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS as we journey with Paul through his letter to the ROMANS – and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

In June, as we journey on from Thy Kingdom Come prayer venture and Pentecost, we dig deeper into some of the individual verses in ROMANS 8 and the wonderful truths behind the words!

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of June

O God of Pentecostal giving
Pour out you Holy Spirit
Afresh on us
Your children

O God of Romans 8
You have given us
So much
In Christ Jesus

O God of the future
Sustain us
Lead us
Bless us

In Jesus’ name
Amen!

Daily Devotions for MAY 2022

The Spirit you received does not make you slaves, so that you live in fear again;
rather, the Spirit you received brought about your adoption to sonship.
And by him we cry, “Abba, Father.”

Romans 5 verse 15

In May, as we journey towards Pentecost, we dig deeper into some of the individual verses in ROMANS and step into the THY KINGDOM COME prayer venture. Thy Kingdom Come is a global prayer venture to encourage and inspire and invite us to pray to seek evidence of God’s Kingdom come in our lives, our community, our nation, our world – and to pray specifically for up to 5 people we know – family, friends, neighbours, colleagues – to meet with Jesus.

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’.

A Prayer for the Month of MAY

Thy Kingdom Come
O Living God
In my life

Thy Kingdom Come
O Loving God
In my family

Thy Kingdom Come
O Merciful God
In our nation

Thy Kingdom Come
O Sovereign God
In our world

In Jesus’ name
Amen we call out together

DAILY DEVOTIONS for APRIL 2022

God sent Christ to be our sacrifice. Christ offered his life’s blood,
so by faith in him we could come to God.
Romans 3 verse 25

In April, as we journey though Lent to Easter, and beyond we continue to look into LEVITICUS as well as considering individual verses from ROMANS.

God’s Good News through the Sacrifice of Jesus.

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of APRIL

When I survey the wondrous cross
Praise the name of Jesus!

For God so loved the world
How deep the Father’s love!

There is a Redeemer, God’s own Son
Thank you, O my Father!

Forbid it, Lord, that I should boast
Save in the death of Christ my God

When I stand in glory
I will see his face,
And there I’ll serve my King for ever
In that holy place.

Amen and Amen!

The Lord’s Prayer

DAILY DEVOTIONS for MARCH 2022

In this way the priest will make atonement for them for the sin they have committed, and they will be forgiven.
Leviticus 4 verse 35

In March, as we journey though Lent, we look into LEVITICUS as well as ROMANS.
Leviticus is not an easy book to chew over – but there are truths behind the words that will help us understand more about God’s Good News through the Sacrifice of Jesus.

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of MARCH

Thank you Jesus Christ
That you came
From heaven to earth
As God’s perfect sacrifice

Spirit of God
Prompt us
Enable us
To share this Good News

In our family circle
In Liberton
In Edinburgh
In our world

In Jesus’ name
Amen and Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

Daily Devotions for FEBRUARY 2022

To the only God, who alone is wise, be glory through Jesus Christ for ever! Amen.
Romans 16 verse 27

During 2022 we are looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS as we journey with Paul through his letter to the ROMANS – and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

We will be reminded that God’s Good News is ALL ABOUT JESUS as we dig a bit deeper into Romans!

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of FEBRUARY

God of the Church
Our God
Living and True
Hear us

God of Paul
Our God
Gracious and Kind
Help us

God of the Romans
Our God
Use us

To tell others
Of your Good News
In this world

In Jesus’ name
Amen and Amen!

Daily Devotions for JANUARY 2022

From Paul, a servant of Christ Jesus and an apostle chosen and called by God to preach his Good News.
Romans 1 verse 1

During 2022 we will be looking daily at the theme of GOOD NEWS as we journey with Paul through his letter to the ROMANS – and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world.

We will also focus on ISAIAH in the Summer weeks and make time for Lent, Easter, Thy Kingdom Come, Advent and Christmas 2022!

It is all about JESUS in 2022!

So take time…make time…and chew over God’s written Word with Him as we consider God’s Good News with Paul and the Romans. We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ through this coming year.

A Prayer for the Month of JANUARY

Thank you our God
For sending Jesus
The Good News
In our world

Thank you Jesus
That you came
From heaven to earth
As our Good News

Holy Spirit
Inspire us
Enable us
To share this Good News

In our street
In Liberton
In Scotland
In our world

In Jesus’ name
Amen and Amen.

DAILY DEVOTIONS for DECEMBER 2021

May your Kingdom come;
May your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Matthew 6 verse 10

During 2021 we have been looking daily at the theme of PRAYER – and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time.

From September to December we have been looking at P-R-A-Y
Pause – Rejoice – Ask – Yield
And so this month we shall be taking the time to YIELD (say YES) to God in His written Word.

As well as taking time to focus on Advent and Christmas of course!

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’

Thee Devotions are but one way to feed on God’s Word in the morning, at midday, in the evening… to pray with Him continually through the day and even to share with others the treasures or hurdles you discover.
The Church website and Facebook page (even on a handy mobile) provide a fuller daily devotional page. However it all follows the pattern below which the information provided fits into, based on the Kirk’s origins of the Celtic and Northumbrian traditions which we started as a church family in 2015.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of DECEMBER

O LORD our God
At the close of this year

We pause with you
And remember who you are

We rejoice
In all the blessings you have given

We ask
To lead and guide us through the days ahead

We yield
To your Kingdom will
On earth
As it is in heaven

In Jesus’ name
Amen and Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father, who art in heaven
Hallowed be Your Name.
Your kingdom come
Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread
And forgive us our sins
As we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
But deliver us from evil.
For Yours is the kingdom, the power and the glory.
Now and for ever
Amen

DAILY DEVOTIONS for NOVEMBER 2021

Jesus said….. “Ask and it will be given to you;
Seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.”
Matthew 7 verse 7

During 2021 we are looking daily at the theme of PRAYER – and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time.

* From September to December we are looking at P-R-A-Y
Pause – Rejoice – Ask – Yield
And so this month we shall be taking the time to look at ASKING God from His written Word. *

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response
as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of November

Father God

As we pause with You

We ask

To be more like Jesus

To keep in step with the Holy Spirit

For others

To meet with Jesus

To know the help of the Spirit

Please

In Jesus’ name

Amen

DAILY DEVOTIONS for OCTOBER 2021

May you always be joyful in your union with the Lord.
I say it again: rejoice!

Philippians 4 verse 4

During 2021 we are looking daily at the theme of PRAYER – and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time.

* From September to December we will be looking at P-R-A-Y
(with credit to Lectio365/24-7 Prayer for this helpful aid)
Pause – Rejoice – Ask – Yield

And so this month we shall be taking the time to REJOICE with God in His written Word. *

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of OCTOBER

We rejoice in your love, O God!

We rejoice in your care, O Father God!

We rejoice in your saving grace, O Lord!

We rejoice in your good gifts, O merciful Lord!

We rejoice!
We give thanks!
We worship you!

With our words and songs of praise!

In Jesus’ name
Amen and Amen.

DAILY DEVOTIONS for SEPTEMBER 2021

Be still before the LORD and wait patiently for him.
Psalm 37 verse 7

During 2021 we are looking daily at the theme of PRAYER – and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time.

From September to December we will be looking at P-R-A-Y
(with thanks to Lectio365/24-7 Prayer for this helpful aid)

Pause – Rejoice – Ask – Yield

And so this month we shall be taking the time to PAUSE with God in His written Word. *

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of September

Be still and know

Be still my restless mind

Be still with God

Be still in this world

Be still in my life

Be still and trust God

In Jesus’ name
Amen

Daily Devotions for AUGUST 2021

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How good it is to give thanks to you, O LORD;
to sing in your honour, O Most High God,
to proclaim your constant love every morning
and your faithfulness every night.

Psalm 92 verses 1 and 2

During 2021 we are looking daily at the theme of PRAYER – and pause at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time.

* In July and August we are therefore PRAYING THE PSALMS *

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during this year of 2021.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of AUGUST

How good it is to give thanks to you, O LORD.
We sing and dance with joy!
How great are your ways, O LORD.
We sing and dance with joy!

You forgive my sin and cleanse me within
I sing and dance with joy!
You help me and guide me
I sing and dance with joy!

Praise the LORD all His people
We sing and dance with joy!
Praise the LORD all His creatures
We sing and dance with joy!

Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
Amen and Amen!

Daily Devotions for JULY 2021

Give ear to my words, O LORD, consider my sighing.
Listen to my cry for help, my King and my God,
For to you I pray.

Psalm 5 verses 1 and 2

During 2021 we are looking daily at the theme of PRAYER – and pause at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time.

* In July and August we are therefore PRAYING THE PSALMS *

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during this year of 2021.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of JULY

O LORD God
God of David
And Asaph and Solomon
Hear us

O LORD God
In our valleys
And on our mountain tops
Hear us

O LORD God
With songs of praise
And cries for help
Hear us

In Jesus’ name
Amen

Daily Devotions for JUNE 2021

O LORD, I have heard of what you have done, and I am filled with awe.
Now do again in our times the great deeds you used to do.
Be merciful, even when you are angry.
Habakkuk 3 verse 2

During 2021 we are looking daily at the theme of PRAYER – and pause at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time.

* In June as we journey onwards after PENTECOST we consider the theme of THE OLD TESTAMENT PROPHETS + DANIEL *

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during this year of 2021.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of June
O God of Isaiah
Holy Holy Holy
Is your name
In our midst

O God of Ezekiel
Spirit at work
All around
In our lives

O God of Jonah
Forgive us
When we your people
Get it wrong

Have mercy
Show compassion
In Jesus’ name
Amen

DAILY DEVOTIONS for MAY 2021

Our Father in heaven…..May your kingdom come;
May your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.

Matthew 6 verses 9 and 10

During 2021 we are looking daily at the theme of PRAYER – and pausing at our times of Midday Devotion to pray for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time.

*In May as we journey on towards PENTECOST we consider therefore the theme of THY KINGDOM COME, THY WILL BE DONE *

From 13th-23rd we will be sharing in the global prayer venture of Thy Kingdom Come and the 11 daily themes they provide. These themes will take the focus of our Daily Devotional each day, the Daily Reflections and then at Midday we will be sharing the daily video from thy Kingdom Come on our Facebook page. We have the opportunity to pray for up to 5 people we know to meet Jesus and to seek the Kingdom of God evidenced afresh in our day.

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during this year of 2021. You are invited to sign up to receive the daily email during 13th-23rd from TKC which will include the daily theme and the relevant video clip. There is also a Youth TKC focus! You can find out more at www.thykingdomcome.global

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of May

Our Father in Heaven
May your holy name be honoured
In our lives
In your Church

Our Father in Heaven
May your kingdom rule be seen
In our lives
In our community

Our Father in Heaven
May your will be done
In our lives
In our nation

Our Father in Heaven
May your kingdom come
May your will be done
In our world

In Jesus’ name
Amen

DAILY DEVOTIONS FOR MAY 2020

I thank my God every time I remember you.
In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy.

Philippians 1 verses 3 and 4

During 2020 we are looking at standing on the promises of God – as well as dipping into Psalm 119 some weekends – pausing in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others in our church family, our city and our world in this particular year.

In May we are considering the theme of PRAYER and the Thy Kingdom Come prayer venture as we approach Pentecost.

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during this year of 2020 and it has been encouraging to see and hear more people join us on this daily pilgrimage of faith.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of May

Almighty God, sitting enthroned in the heavens, we praise you because you, our Father, are our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. In these days of constant change & uncertainty, thank you that you never change. May we live each day conscious of your love surrounding us and your power strengthening us.

We pray for our fellow believers, those here in Liberton, throughout our nation and all over the world. Let us stand shoulder to shoulder, encouraging one another in faith and upholding one another in prayer. May we carry your light to the people we meet and bring your peace and hope to those living in fear.

Lord Jesus, there will be no end to the increase of your government and peace. We pray that many would be drawn to you in these days, that they would seek and find the security that is only found in you. Let your Kingdom come, your will be done, here on earth as in heaven.

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

DAILY DEVOTIONS FOR MARCH 2020

“We no longer believe just because of what you said;
now we have heard for ourselves, and we know that this man really is the Saviour of the world.’’
John 4 verse 42

In January and February we considered some of the Promises of God in His written Word.
This month we look at some of the words and promises of Jesus, the Saviour of the world.

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during this new year of 2020.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of March

Jesus,
Son of God
Son of Man
Saviour
Teacher
Bread of Life
The Good Shepherd

Teach us
Save us
Feed us
Afresh

That we might truly be
Yours
And Yours alone

Amen

DAILY DEVOTIONS for FEBRUARY 2020

‘Teach me, O LORD, to follow your decrees; then I will keep them to the end.’’
Psalm 119 verse 33

In February we consider some of the Promises of God in His written Word as well as enter the season of Lent.

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during this new year of 2020.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of February

O Loving and Merciful God
Make us a People
Of Promised Land living
We call out

Believing your promises O LORD
Make us strong
Trusting your promises O God
Make us more like Jesus
Living out your promises O Lord
Send us out

In Jesus’ name
Amen

DAILY DEVOTIONS for JANUARY 2020

‘I will remember my promise to you and to all the animals that a flood will never again destroy all living beings… That is the sign of the promise which I am making to all living beings.’’
Genesis 9 verses 15 and 17

During 2020 we are looking at standing on the promises of Go – as well as dipping into Psalm 119 some weekends – pausing in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time of the year.

In January and most of February we consider some of the Promises of God in His written Word.

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during this new year of 2020.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of January
O Faithful and Living God
Make us a People
Of Promised Land living
We call out

Standing on your promises O LORD
Make us strong
Building on your promises O God
Send us out
Resting in your promises O Lord
Keep us safe

In Jesus’ name
Amen

DAILY DEVOTIONS for DECEMBER 2019

‘The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen,
which were just as they had been told.’’ Luke 2 verse 20

During 2019 we have been looking at various Bible characters and their relationship with God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit – as well as dipping into Psalms each weekend – pausing in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time of the year.

In December however we journey through ADVENT in the company of Isaiah, Luke, Hebrews and Revelation.

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ as 2019 closes.

These Devotions are but one way to feed on God’s Word in the morning, at midday in the evening… to pray with Him continually through the day and even to share with others the treasures or hurdles you discover.
The Church website and Facebook page (even on a handy mobile) provide a fuller daily devotional page. However it all follows the pattern below which the information provided fits into, based on the Kirk’s origins of the Celtic and Northumbrian traditions which we started as a church family in 2015.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of December
O God
Who sent Jesus
From heaven to earth
We believe and trust in You
We seek to please You
O Help us
Guide us
Surprise us
As we seek to see
Thy Kingdom Come afresh
In our families
In our land
In your Church
This month of Advent
This season of Christmas!
In Jesus’ name
Amen

DAILY DEVOTIONS for NOVEMBER 2019

‘How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God!’
1 John 3 verse 1

During 2019 we are looking at various Bible characters and their relationship with God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit – as well as dipping into the Psalms each weekend – pausing in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time of the year.

In November we journey with JAMES and JOHN – followers of Jesus and letter writers!

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2019.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of November

O God
Of James and John
Of yesterday
Today and tomorrow
We believe and trust in You
And in Your written Word
We seek to please You
O Help us
Forgive us
Guide us
Use us
As we seek to see
Thy Kingdom Come afresh
In our families
In our land
In Your Church
This month
In Jesus’ name
Amen

DAILY DEVOTIONS for OCTOBER 2019

‘I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being.’’ Ephesians 3 verse 16

During 2019 we are looking at various Bible characters and their relationship with God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit – as well as a couple of Psalms each weekend – pausing in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time of the year.
In October we journey with PETER and PAUL – what a duo of life-changers!!
We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2019.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of October
O God
Of Peter and Paul
Of yesterday
Today and tomorrow
We believe and trust in You
We seek to please You
O Help us
Forgive us
Guide us
Use us
Surprise us
As we seek to see
Thy Kingdom Come afresh
In our families
In our land
In your Church
This month
In Jesus’ name
Amen

DAILY DEVOTIONS for SEPTEMBER 2019

‘Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life.
No-one comes to the Father except through me”.’’ John 14 verse 6

During 2019 we are looking at various Bible characters and their relationship with God, and with others – as well as a couple of Psalms each weekend – pausing in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time of the year.

In September we look at the Person of JESUS – with Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.
We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey in our ‘rhythm of prayer and devotion’ during 2019.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of September
O God
Who sent Jesus
From heaven to earth
We believe in You
We trust in You
We seek to please You
O Help us
Forgive us
Guide us
Use us
Surprise us
As we seek to see
Thy Kingdom Come afresh
In our families
In our land
In your Church
This month
In Jesus’ name
Amen

DAILY DEVOTIONS FOR AUGUST 2019

‘O LORD, I have heard of what you have done, and I am filled with awe. Now do again in our times the great deeds you used to do.’’ Habakkuk 3 verse 2

During 2019 we are looking at various Bible characters and their relationship with God, and with each other – as well as a couple of Psalms each weekend – pausing in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time of the year.
In August we journey with Daniel, Hosea, Joel, Amos, Jonah, Micah, Habakkuk and others – what a group of men!!
We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2019.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of August
O God
Of Daniel
And the Prophets
We believe in You
We trust in You
We seek to please You
O Help us
Forgive us
Guide us
Use us
Surprise us
As we seek to see
Thy Kingdom Come afresh
In our families
In our land
In your Church
This month
In Jesus’ name
Amen

DAILY DEVOTIONS FOR JULY 2019

‘The faithful love of the LORD never ends!
His mercies never cease. Great is his faithfulness;
his mercies begin afresh each morning.’
Lamentations 3 vs 22-23

In May we continue to journey with Isaiah and welcome Jeremiah and Ezekiel alongside our times of prayer and devotion. We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we start together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2019.

(image of LK Celtic cross)

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of July
O God
Of Isaiah
Jeremiah and Ezekiel
We believe in You
We trust in You
We seek to please You
O Help us
Forgive us
Guide us
Use us
Surprise us
Even in this summer season
As we seek to see
Thy Kingdom Come
In our lives
In Jesus’ name
Amen

DAILY DEVOTIONS for JUNE 2019

‘..be concerned above everything else with the Kingdom of God and with what he requires of you, and he will provide you with all these other things.’
Matthew 6 verse 33

During 2019 we are looking at various Bible characters and their relationship with God, and with each other – as well as a couple of Psalms most weekends – pausing in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time of the year.

We journey with the Thy Kingdom Come prayer venture and Isaiah the prophet during this month – as well as celebrate PENTECOST!

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we start together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2019.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of June
O God
The Great King over all
We believe in You
We trust in You
We seek to please You
In our family life
In our Church family
Forgive us
Bless us
Lead us
Help us
Use us
Surprise us
This month
As we seek first Your Kingdom
In Jesus’ name
Amen

DAILY DEVOTIONS for MAY 2019

‘Our Father in heaven…may your kingdom come, may your will be done on earth as it is in heaven…’
Matthew 6 verses 9 and 10

During 2019 we are looking at various Bible characters and their relationship with God, and with each other – as well as a couple of Psalms each weekend – pausing in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time of the year.
In May we continue to journey with David and welcome Elijah, Elisha and the start of the ThyKingdomCome prayer venture…a call to pray for others to meet with Jesus and for the Church to experience Kingdom blessings in these days.
We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we journey together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2019.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of May

O God
Of David
Elijah and Elisha
We believe in You
We trust in You
We seek to please You
O Help us
Forgive us
Guide us
Use us
Surprise us
As we seek to see
Thy Kingdom Come
In our lives
In your Church
This month
In Jesus’ name
Amen

DAILY DEVOTIONS for APRIL 2019

‘You are looking for Jesus the Nazarene, who was crucified.
He has risen! He is not here.’
Mark 16 verse 6

We journey with Samuel, David and trypraying during this month.
Trypraying are making April a month to challenge Scotland to pray!

** We will also celebrate the GOOD NEWS of EASTER **

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we start together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2019.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of April

O God
Of Easter
Of suffering and joy
Of Samuel and David
We believe in You
We trust in You
We seek to please You
In our family life
In our Church family
Forgive us
Bless us
Lead us
Help us
Use us
Surprise us
This month
All over again
As we turn to You in prayer
In Jesus’ name
Amen

Daily Devotions for MARCH 2019

‘There has never been a prophet in Israel like Moses; the LORD spoke with him face to face.’
Deuteronomy 34 verse 10

In March we journey with Moses and enter the season of Lent.

** There will be a call to Midday Prayer and Evening Prayer at various times during the week as we travel through this year. **

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we start together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2019.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of March
O God
Of Moses and Aaron
Of the weeks before Easter
We believe in You
We trust in You
We seek to please You
O Help us
Forgive us
Bless us
Guide us
Use us
Surprise us
This month
This time of Lent
In Jesus’ name
Amen

Daily Devotions for FEBRUARY 2019

‘Jacob woke up and said, “The LORD is here!
He is in this place, and I didn’t know it!.” Genesis 28 verse 16

** There will be a call to Midday and Evening Prayer at various times during each week **

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we start together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2019.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of February

O God
Of Jacob
Of Joseph and Judah
We believe in You
We trust in You
We seek to please You
In our family life
In our Church family
Forgive us
Bless us
Lead us
Help us
Use us
Surprise us
This month
This year
In Jesus’ name
Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

Daily Devotions for JANUARY 2019

‘Love the LORD your God with all your heart,
with all your soul,
and with all your strength.’
Deuteronomy 6 verse 5

During 2019 we will be looking at various Bible characters and their relationship with God, and with each other – as well as a couple of Psalms each weekend – pausing in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time of the year.

** There will be a call to Midday Prayer and Evening Prayer at various times during the week as we travel through the year. We started this during Advent and many have responded and been encouraged to pause and pray briefly at these times with others. **

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we start together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2019.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of January

O God
Of Adam and Eve
Of Abraham and Isaac
We believe in You
We trust in You
We seek to please You
Help us
Forgive us
Bless us
Lead us
Use us
Surprise us
This month
This year
In Jesus’ name
Amen

Daily Devotions for DECEMBER 2018

‘Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and for ever..’
Hebrews 13 verse 8

As the year comes to an end, so we travel through selected verses – one a day – and focus solely on the Person of Jesus, the Son of God and Son of Man. We pause in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others in our church family, our city and our world.

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice as we continue together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during this final month of 2018.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of December
Jesus
Saviour and Lord
I welcome you
I bow before you

Jesus
My Jesus
I celebrate you
I worship you

Jesus
Name above all names
We lay ourselves before you
And live to serve you
Amen

Daily Devotions for NOVEMBER 2018

‘Your word is a lamp to guide me and a light for my path.’
Psalm 119 verse 105

During November we take the time each day to spend with God and His Word as we follow the Sunday morning series WHY…? and continue the Big ALPHA themes – pausing in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time of the year.
The online Sunday evening devotion now also includes a Celtic Prayer.

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we continue together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2018.

The Devotions are but one way to feed on God’s Word in the morning, at midday, in the evening… to pray with Him continually through your day and even to share with others the treasures or hurdles you discover.
The Church website and Facebook page (even on a handy mobile) provide a fuller daily devotional page. However it all follows the pattern below which the information provided fits into, based on the Kirk’s origins of the Celtic and Northumbrian traditions.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of November

Spirit of God
Speak
To us
To me
By name
Through Your Word
Day by day
That we might
Know You better
Love You more
Follow You closer
Serve you fully
In Jesus’ name
Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

Daily Devotions for OCTOBER 2018

‘Salvation is to be found through him (Jesus Christ) alone;
in all the world there is no one else whom God has given
who can save us’ Acts 4 verse 12

In October we take the time each day to spend with God and His Word as we follow the Sunday morning series WHY…? and continue the Big ALPHA venture – pausing in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others in our church family, our city and our world at this time of the year.
The online Sunday evening devotion also now includes a Celtic Prayer.
We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice and make our response as we continue together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2018.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of October

Spirit of the Living God
Fall afresh on us
Teach us
Help us
Show us
Use us
For the Father’s glory
In Jesus’ name
Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

Daily Devotions for SEPTEMBER 2018

‘I chose you and appointed you to go and bear much fruit,
the kind of fruit that endures.’ John 15 verse 16

In September we take the time each day to spend with God and His Word as we conclude the Sunday series Fruitfulness on the Frontline and start the Big ALPHA venture – pausing in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others
in our church family, our city and our world at this time of the year.
The Sunday devotion also includes a new element – a Celtic liturgy prayer from a book by Pat Robson called A Celtic Liturgy.
We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice as we continue together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2018.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of September

Lord Jesus
As we hear You
May we obey You
As we see You
May we follow You

Lord Jesus
As You call us
May we obey You
As you teach us
May we follow You

Lord Jesus
As others seek You
May they find You
As others trust You
May they follow You

Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

Daily Devotions for AUGUST 2018

‘Your word, O LORD, will last for ever; it is eternal in heaven.’
Psalm 119 verse 89

As the summer months approach and the season of Looking INWARD together moves toward Looking OUTWARD this Autumn, so we are travelling through the Bible in June, July and August – (yes from Genesis to Revelation!) – and pausing in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others in our church family, our city and our world. Please do remember to keep BIG ALPHA on your prayer list as we move together towards this venture in the Autumn!
We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice as we continue together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2018.

A Prayer for the Month of August

Spirit of God
Continue
To Speak
To us
To teach us
To lead us
From the Bible
That we might
Keep in step with You
And
Know God better
Love Him more
In Jesus’ name
Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

Daily Devotions for JULY 2018

‘How I love your law! I think about it all day long.’
Psalm 119 verse 97

As the summer months approach and the season of Looking INWARD together moves toward Looking OUTWARD this Autumn, so we are travelling through the Bible in June, July and August – (yes.. from Genesis to Revelation!) – and pausing in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others in our church family, our city and our world. Please do remember to keep BIG ALPHA on your prayer list as we move together towards this venture in the Autumn!
We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice as we continue together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2018.

Please also make use of the Pathway of Peace during July and August – this is situated in the Kirk courtyard from 8am-8pm and provides space for time-out with God.
The Kirk will be open each Saturday morning 10-12 (except August 4th) and each Sunday evening 6.30-7.30pm during July and August.
The Upper Room will be closed during July and re-opens August 7th.

A Prayer for the Month of July

LORD our God
Continue
To speak
To us
To teach us
To lead us
Through Your Word
By the Spirit
That we might
Know You better
Follow You closer
Love you more
In Jesus’ name
Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

Daily Devotions for JUNE 2018

‘Your word is a lamp to guide me and a light for my path.’ Psalm 119 verse 105

As the summer months approach and the season of Looking INWARD together moves toward Looking OUTWARD this Autumn, we will be travelling through the Bible in June, July and August – from Genesis to Revelation – and pausing in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others in our church family, our city and our world. Please do remember to keep BIG ALPHA on your prayer list as we move together towards this venture in the Autumn!
We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice as we continue togetherin our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2018….even during these Summer months.

A Prayer for the Month of June

Master
Speak
To us
To me
By name
Through Your Word
By the Spirit
That we might
Know You better
Love You more
Follow You closer

Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

Daily Devotions for May 2018

‘Come, let us praise the LORD!
Let us come before him with thanksgiving….
For the LORD is a mighty God, a mighty king over all the gods.’
Psalm 95 verses 1-3

As we move through 2018 we lift our eyes Upward to the LORD our God,
the Mighty King, Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
We are encouraged to spend time with Him each and every day,
to ‘read the Bible, pray every day’ seeking to become more like Jesus as we open up to the Holy Spirit at work in us. During May we will visit various parts of the Bible and pray together as we consider the Thy Kingdom Come prayer venture across the world, the work of Christian Aid, Pentecost, the Church of Scotland annual Assembly and the work of TEAR Fund….as well as remembering Big Alpha coming in the Autumn!

The Daily Devotions are but one way to feed on God’s Word in the morning, at midday, in the evening… to pray with Him continually through your day and to share with others the treasures or hurdles you discover. The Church website and Facebook page (even on a handy mobile) provide a fuller daily devotional page. However it all follows the pattern below which the information provided fits into, based on the Kirk’s origins of the Celtic and Northumbrian traditions. It was these traditions that gave birth to the Daily Devotions in early 2015.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and a Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month

A Prayer for the Month of May

Sovereign God
King of kings
Judge of all
We bow down.
Thy Kingdom come.

LORD God
King of kings
Judge of all
We turn to You.
Thy will be done.

Merciful God
King of kings
Judge of all
We pray to You.
Give us our daily bread.

Sovereign God
King of kings
Judge of all
We bow down.
We turn to You.
We pray to You.

In Jesus’ name.
Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer

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Daily Devotions for April 2018

‘so that it is no longer I who live, but it is Christ who lives in me. This life I live now, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave his life for me.’ Galatians 2 verse 20

As the year moves on from Easter towards Pentecost and the season of Looking INWARD together starts, so this month we conclude feeding on HEBREWS and then turn to the letter to the GALATIANS …..…and pause in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others in our church family, our city and our world.
Please do keep BIG ALPHA on your prayer list as we move together towards this venture in the Autumn!
We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice as we continue together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2018.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month of April

Jesus
My Jesus
Crucified
Buried
But raised on high!

Jesus
My Jesus
Shine
Brightly
Through our lives!

Jesus
My Jesus
The only Way
Truth
And Life!

Jesus
My Jesus!
Jesus
My Jesus
My living Lord!

Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

‘But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this
all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.’
2 Corinthians 4 verse 7

As the year moves on towards Easter and the season of Looking UPWARD together continues, so we are keeping a God-ward vision in the company of 2 CORINTHIANS, COLOSSIANS and HEBREWS in these months of February and March…..…
and to pause in prayer at our times of Midday Devotion for others.
Please do keep BIG ALPHA on your prayer list as we move together towards this venture in the Autumn!
We are all encouraged to listen for God’s voice as we continue together
in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2018.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content
Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month

A Prayer for the Month of March

O LORD our God
Our Father and Protector
Our Strength and Provider
Come to us

O Lord our Christ
Our Teacher and Master
Our Companion and Saviour
Come to us

O Spirit our Guide
Our Counsellor and Helper
Our Comforter and Light
Come to us

Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

‘‘But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this
all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.’
2 Corinthians 4 verse 7

As the year moves on and the season of Looking UPWARD together continues, so it gives us an opportunity for a God-ward vision in the company of 2 CORINTHIANS, COLOSSIANS and HEBREWS during February and March…..…and to pray for the Church world-wide and others at our times of Midday Devotion.
Please do keep BIG ALPHA on your prayer list as we move together towards this venture in September!
Let me encourage you to listen for His voice as we continue together in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2018.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and a Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month

A Prayer for the Month of February

Oh God of amazing grace
Thank you
For such a treasure
As Jesus

Oh God of all comfort
Thank you
For all the ways
You are with us

Oh God of truth
Thank you
For the ways
You teach us

Oh God
Our God
Of grace and mercy
Of comfort and help

Thank you
Thank you
For Jesus.
Amen.

Daily Devotions for January 2018

‘Come, let us praise the LORD! Let us come before him with thanksgiving….
For the LORD is a mighty God, a mighty king over all the gods.’
Psalm 95 verses 1-3

As we welcome 2018 we lift our eyes Upward to the LORD our God, the Mighty King, King of kings and Lord of lords! Our focus for the year as a church family is ‘Treasure in Jars of Clay’.

We are encouraged to spend time with the LORD our God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit each and every day, to ‘read the Bible, pray every day’ seeking to become more like Jesus as we open up to the Holy Spirit at work in us.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and a Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month

A Prayer for the Month of January

O Worship the King
Great and glorious above!

Praise my soul this King of heaven
Great and glorious above!
Jesus name above all names
Great and glorious above!

I worship You
I love You
I serve You
Here and now
On earth below.

And one day
I shall see You
Face to face
And gladly bow the knee
In heaven above.

Hallelujah!
Praise the LORD!
Amen!

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven Hallowed be Your Name. Your kingdom come Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread And forgive us our sins As we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation But deliver us from evil. For Yours is the kingdom, the power and the glory. Now and for ever
Amen

Daily Devotions for December 2017

‘But the LORD will still give you proof. A virgin is pregnant;
she will have a son and will name him Immanuel.’
Isaiah 7 verse 14

However it all follows the pattern below which the information provided fits into, based on the Kirk’s origins of the Celtic and Northumbrian traditions.

It was these traditions that gave birth to the Daily Devotions in early 2015.

As the year moves to a close and the season of Looking OUTWARD together ends, so we are feeding where it all started!
A baby is promised!
And the Saviour Messiah is born!

Let me encourage you to listen for His voice as we complete our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2017.

A Prayer for the Month

A Prayer for the Month of December

Eternal God
Father
Thank You

Jesus
Son of God
Saviour
Thank You

Holy Spirit
Guide
Thank You

With hearts and hands
Voices and arms
With smiling songs of praise
Thank You!

Amen and Amen!

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven Hallowed be Your Name. Your kingdom come Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread And forgive us our sins As we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation But deliver us from evil. For Yours is the kingdom, the power and the glory. Now and for ever

Amen

Daily Devotions for November 2017

‘For God loved the world so much that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not die but have eternal life.’
John 3 verse 16

As the year moves on and the season of Looking OUTWARD together continues, so we will be considering the people and themes from Sunday mornings during November – the Good News is announced and lives are challenged and changed!

We are all encouraged to listen for His voice as we continue in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2017.

A Prayer for the Month

A Prayer for the Month of November

Father God,
Love us,
Save us!

Saviour Jesus,
Free us,
Save us!

Holy Spirit,
Fill us,
Save us!

In Jesus’ Name we call out,
Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven Hallowed be Your Name. Your kingdom come Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread And forgive us our sins As we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation But deliver us from evil. For Yours is the kingdom, the power and the glory. Now and for ever

Amen

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Daily Devotions for October 2017

‘Meanwhile the word of God continued to spread and grow.’ Acts 12 verse 24

It was these traditions that gave birth to the Daily Devotions in early 2015.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and a Prayer of response

Midday
Prayer – mostly for others

Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

————

As the year moves on and the season of Looking OUTWARD together starts, so we are feeding on the New Testament book of ACTS during September and October – the Spirit is poured out!
the Church is born!
the Good News is spread further and further – and further!

Let me encourage you to listen for His voice as we continue in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2017.

A Prayer for the Month

A Prayer for the Month of October

O Jesus the Christ
Name above all names
We confess you
Saviour and Lord

Jesus, Saviour for the world
We bow before the cross
And speak abroad
Your love in action

Lord Jesus, our Lord
We bow the knee
And surrender to the Spirit
To fill and use us

In our homes
In our street
In our city
In our world

O Jesus the Christ
Saviour for the world
Name above all names

Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven Hallowed be Your Name. Your kingdom come Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread And forgive us our sins As we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation But deliver us from evil. For Yours is the kingdom, the power and the glory. Now and for ever. Amen

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Daily Devotions for September 2017

‘There is salvation in no one else! God has given no other name under heaven by which we must be saved .’ Acts 4 verse 12

The Daily Devotions are but one way to feed on God’s Word in the morning, at midday, in the evening… to pray with Him continually through your day and to share with others the treasures or hurdles you discover. The Church website and Facebook page (even on a handy mobile) provide the fuller daily devotional.. However it all follows the pattern below which the information provided fits into, based on the Kirk’s origins of the Celtic and Northumbrian traditions. It was these traditions that gave birth to the Daily Devotions in early 2015.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and a Prayer of response

Midday
Prayer – mostly for others

Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

As the year moves on and the season of Looking OUTWARD together starts, so we will be feeding on the book of ACTS during September and October – the Spirit is poured out! the Church is born! the Good News is spread further and further!

We are all encouraged to listen for God’s Word speaking as we continue in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2017.

A Prayer for the Month

A Prayer for the Month of September

LORD God Almighty
Hear us
Save us
Rescue us
Lead us

Father God in heaven
Hear us
We cry out
For ourselves
For others
For our world

LORD God Almighty
Have mercy
Show mercy
Give mercy

In Jesus’ Name
Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven Hallowed be Your Name. Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread And forgive us our sins As we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation But deliver us from evil. For Yours is the kingdom, the power and the glory. Now and for ever

Amen

Liberton Kirk Celtic Daily Devotions for June 2017

‘Since we are receiving a Kingdom that is unshakable,
let us be thankful and please God by worshiping him with holy fear and awe.’
Hebrews 12 verse 28

As the year moves on and the season of Looking INWARD together moves from Pentecost towards summer, we continue considering the prayer venture THY KINGDOM COME which is being promoted in our world from the May 25^th until Pentecost on June 4^th (www.thykingdomcome.global) and then complete following the Sunday morning sermon themes on the book of 1 PETER – living as God’s people in this world.

We are encouraged to listen for His voice as together we continue in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2017.

The Devotions are but one way to feed on God’s Word in the morning, at midday, and in the evening… to pray with Him continually through your day and even to share with others the treasures or hurdles you discover.

The Church website and Facebook page (even on a handy mobile) provide a fuller daily devotional page. However it all follows the pattern below which the information provided fits into, based on the Kirk’s origins of the Celtic and Northumbrian traditions.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and a Prayer of response

Midday
Prayer – mostly for others

Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month

A Prayer for the Month of June

Holy Spirit of God
Fall on us
Fall on us

Cleansing Spirit of God
Flow through us
Flow through us

Moulding Spirit of God
Shape us
Shape us

Powerful Spirit of God
Fall on us
Fall on us

Spirit of the Living God
Fall afresh on us
Break us
Melt us
Mould us
Fill us
Use us

Holy Spirit of God
Fall on us

Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven Hallowed be Your Name. Your kingdom come Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread And forgive us our sins As we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation But deliver us from evil. For Yours is the kingdom, the power and the glory. Now and for ever

Amen

Liberton Kirk Celtic Daily Devotions for May 2017

‘But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light.’ 1 Peter 2 verse 9

As the year moves on in the season of Looking INWARD together, so we travel between Easter and Pentecost. During the month we shall take the time to continue following the Sunday morning themes in the book of 1 PETER.

We are encouraged to listen for God’s voice as we continue in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2017…..and to consider the prayer venture THY KINGDOM COME which is being promoted in our world from the 25^th until Pentecost. (Have a look online at www.thykingdomcome.global?)

The Devotions are but one way to feed on God’s Word in the morning, at midday and in the evening… to pray with Him continually through your day and even to share with others the treasures or hurdles you discover.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and a Prayer of response

Midday
Prayer – mostly for others

Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month

A Prayer for the Month of May

O Lord,
For the hope
to which you call us,
imperfect though we are,
We thank you, Risen Christ.

For your willingness
to accept us
simply as we are,
We thank you, Risen Christ.

Take these lives,
Transform us,
Bless us
And revive us
That we might better serve you
As our King.

For the hope
to which you call us,
imperfect though we are,
We thank you, Risen Christ!

Amen

(Adapted from The Act of Prayer by John Birch – ‘Ascension Day’, page 69)

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven, Hallowed be Your Name. Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread And forgive us our sins As we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil. For Yours is the kingdom, the power and the glory. Now and for ever.

Amen

‘He was painfully abused, but he did not complain. He was silent like a lamb being led to the butcher, as quiet as a sheep having its wool cut off.’ Isaiah 53 verse 7

As the year moves on and the season of Looking UPWARD together moves into Looking INWARD, so we come to April and the season of celebrating Easter. We shall take time to complete following the Sunday morning themes on ‘The Way of the Cross’ and then we start to consider the book of 1 PETER.

We are encouraged to listen for His voice as we continue in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2017, recognising the importance of daily spending time with God, walking and talking with Him and the need to make prayer a priority in our Christian lives – individually and together.

The Devotions are but one way to feed on God’s Word in the morning, at midday, in the evening… to pray with Him continually through your day and even to share with others the treasures or hurdles you discover.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content
Prayer of response

Midday
Prayer – mostly for others

Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month

A Prayer for the Month of April

Suffering Saviour
Servant King
We bow before You

Lamb of God
Son of Man
We owe You everything

Prince of Peace
King of kings
We live to serve You

Jesus, Name above all names
We love You
We adore You

In this world and the next.
Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven
Hallowed be Your Name.
Your kingdom come Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread
And forgive us our sins As we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation But deliver us from evil.
For Yours is the kingdom, the power and the glory.
Now and for ever. Amen

Liberton Kirk Celtic Daily Devotions – March 2017

‘Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven… ………….Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.’ Matthew 5 verses 3 and 7

As the year moves on and the season of Looking UPWARD together continues, so we come to March and the time of Lent. We shall take time to look at Jesus’ words in Matthew 5-7 before following the Sunday themes on ‘The Way of the Cross’ as we draw nearer to Easter.

We are encouraged to listen for His voice as we continue in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2017.

The Devotions are but one way to feed on God’s Word in the morning, at midday and in the evening…
to pray with Him continually through your day and even to share with others the treasures or hurdles you discover.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content
Prayer of response
Midday
Prayer – mostly for others
Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month

A Prayer for the Month of March

O God
Our Strength and Redeemer
Our Comforter and Helper
Come to us

O Lord
Our Teacher and Master
Our Companion and Saviour
Come to us

O Holy One
Our Servant King
Save us!

Amen

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven,
Hallowed be Your Name.
Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread And forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil.
For Yours is the kingdom, the power and the glory. Now and for ever…Amen

Liberton Celtic Devotions – February 2017

‘You are my God. I worship you. In my heart, I long for you, as I would long for a stream in a scorching desert.’ Psalm 63 verse 1

As the year moves on and the season of Looking UPWARD together continues, so it gives us another opportunity for a God-ward vision in the company of the book of PSALMS…..…and to pray for the Church world-wide in our times of Midday Devotion.

We are all encouraged to listen for His voice as we continue in our ‘rhythm of devotion’ during 2017.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content
Prayer of response

Midday
Prayer – mostly for others

Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month

A Prayer for the Month of February

“Lord, I have heard of your fame;
I stand in awe of your deeds, Lord.
Repeat them in our day,
in our time make them known;
in wrath remember mercy.”

Our plans soon fail us, and our best intentions go awry;
We dare, when wisdom would delay;
Or dither, when you urge us: press on!
Impatiently we wait, in the space in-between,
all that we are and all that we will be,
when we see Him face to face.

“Yet I will rejoice in the Lord,
I will be joyful in God my Saviour.
The Sovereign Lord is my strength;
He makes my feet like the feet of a deer,
He enables me to tread on the heights”

Amen

Quotations from Habakkuk 3:2,18-19.
Timothy Sinclair

The Lord’s Prayer

Our Father, who art in heaven Hallowed be Your Name.
Your kingdom come
Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread
And forgive us our sins
As we forgive those who sin against us.
Lead us not into temptation
But deliver us from evil.
For Yours is the kingdom, the power and the glory. Now and for ever

Amen

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Liberton Kirk Celtic Daily Devotions – January 2017

Key Verse from the Bible

‘Give ear, O God, and hear…. We do not make requests of you because we are righteous, but because of your great mercy. O Lord, listen! O Lord, forgive! O Lord, hear and act!’ Daniel 9 verses 18-19

So a New Year begins! And a new season – of Looking UPWARD together.
It is an opportunity to start the year with a God-ward vision in the company of daring DANIEL and then briefly HOSEA, JOEL, AMOS, JONAH, MICAH, NAHUM before we end the month in the company of good old complaining HABBAKUK – yes – all of them in the same month!!

We are encouraged to listen for His voice as these prophets start us off on our ‘rhythm of devotion’ in 2017.

The Devotions are but one way to feed on God’s Word in the morning, at midday, in the evening… to pray with Him continually through your day and even to share with others the treasures or hurdles you discover.

The Church website and Facebook page (even on a handy mobile) provide a fuller daily devotional page. However it all follows the pattern below which the information given fits into, based on the Kirk’s origins of the Celtic and Northumbrian traditions.

Morning
Reading and Meditation on the content and Prayer of response

Midday
Prayer – mostly for others

Evening
Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection and Prayer at the end of the day

A Prayer for the Month

A Prayer for the Month of January

Gracious God,
Where we are weak, show us.
Where we are complacent, challenge us.
Where we are faithless, rebuke us.
Where we are wrong, forgive us.
In this new year
Grant us a mind to know You,
A heart to love You,
A spirit to serve You
A voice raised in prayer to You
And a life to proclaim You.
Through Jesus Christ our Lord,
Amen!

Adapted from Prayer before Worship
Palmerston Place Church, 7^th February 2016

The Lord’s Prayer

Amen.

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Liberton Kirk Daily Devotions – December 2016

Key Verse from the Bible

“I am the Alpha and the Omega,” says the LORD God, “who is, and who was,
and who is to come, the Almighty.” Revelation 1 verse 8

As we move to the close of the year, during November and December, we have been preparing to celebrate ADVENT and CHRISTMAS by feeding on LUKE’S Good News and the book of John’s REVELATION – JESUS came to earth and JESUS is coming back!

The Church website and Facebook page (even on a handy mobile) provide a fuller daily devotional page. However it all follows the pattern below which the information overleaf fits into, based on the Kirk’s origins of the Celtic and Northumbrian traditions.

Morning

Reading and Meditation on the theme
Prayer of response to the Word

Midday

Prayer – mostly for others

Evening

Verse(s) from the morning reading
Reflection on the day and Prayer

A Prayer for the Month

A Prayer for the Month of December

Heavenly Father,
I can hardly wait
For you to make things right again
And destroy wickedness.
But LORD,
Please help me to use the time left
To know you better
And help others meet you.

Amen!

December 28^th entry
In the Daily God Book
By Erin Keeley Marshall

The Lord’s Prayer

Amen.