Pretoria assemblies of God

18/09/2023

06/09/2023

Daily Thought

Deuteronomy 32:3
‘I will proclaim the Name of the LORD.’

Often we are too quick to speak negativity over our situation.
We may even find ourselves surrounded by pessimism and negativity.
You are different - You can speak the Name of the Lord over your situation.
Declare His Name today, and remind yourself that God is great!

Let's Pray...
Lord, You know exactly what I am facing and You are the Lord over all things. Right now I proclaim and speak Your great Name over every concern and care that fills my mind and weighs on my heart. You are greater than everything that concerns me.

Amen.

05/09/2023

Daily Thought

Revelation 15:3
‘Great and marvellous are Your works, O Lord God, the Almighty. Just and true are Your ways, O King of the nations.’

May we never forget the greatness and wonder of the Lord our God.
He remains able to do more than what we could ask or think.
He is always just and true in all His ways and so we can trust Him.
He is the door, He is the way, and He is the truth and the life we need.

Let's Pray...
Lord, You alone are Holy, You alone are worthy, and nothing is too difficult for You. Today, I remind myself of Your greatness and I choose to glorify Your Name, my Lord and my God.

Amen.

04/09/2023

Daily Thought

Psalm 18:30
‘God’s way is perfect. All the LORD’s promises prove true. He is a shield for all who look to Him for protection.’

You can trusting in the unfailing promises of God.
His Word to you can be totally depended on.
He is the One who is your shield and protection.
Find your security in God, He is the only One who will not fail you.

Let's Pray...
Lord, my soul finds rest and security in the knowledge that I can trust in You and in Your promises to me. I pray that You will be a shield around me and that I will have that assurance that You are protecting and leading me.

Amen.

13/08/2023

Daily Thought

Revelation 7:17
‘He will lead them to springs of living water.’

The Lord, in His mercy and kindness, wants to lead you to a new hope.
His living water can bring restoration and renewal to your life.
He is the Source of hope that you so desperately need.
His presence and provision can bring you through each and every battle.

Let's Pray...
Lord, You are the great Giver of life. I pray that You will take me by the hand and lead me to the springs of living water that You have prepared for me. May I know what it is to live in Your life-giving stream.

Amen.

10/08/2023

Daily Thought

Proverbs 18:10 NLT
‘The Name of the LORD is a strong fortress (tower); the godly run to Him and are safe.’

We have the wonderful privilege of being able to run to God.
His Name and His presence are your saving grace.
You have this blessed hope that He is your strong tower.
Your life can be built on the foundation of His powerful Name.

Let's Pray...
Lord, thank You that You are my safe place. I can run to You with my concerns and cares and I can know that in You I have a blessed hope, and the promise of Your unfailing love and care for me. I call on Your Name today and I run into the safety of Your arms.

Amen.

07/08/2023

Daily Thought

Isaiah 49:25 GWT
This is what the LORD says: ‘Prisoners will be freed from mighty men. Loot will be taken away from tyrants. I will fight your enemies, and I will save your children.’

The Lord loves justice and righteousness.
He will not allow injustice to continue forever.
He will step in and fight your enemies for you.
He will turn things around and He will rescue and save your children.

Let's Pray...
Lord, thank You that You are the One Who settles the scores and brings those things that are done in the darkness into Your marvellous light. You will fight for me and my family. We will be secure because You will rescue and deliver us.

Amen.

31/07/2023

Daily Thought

Isaiah 58:11a
‘The LORD will guide you always; He will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and will strengthen your frame.’

The Lord does not desire for you to struggle and battle all the time.
When you face challenges, He wants to come and satisfy your needs.
When you feel weak and tired, He comes to strengthen and empower you.
When you are not sure which way to go, He promises to guide you continually.

Let's Pray...
Lord, thank You that You are my guide and therefore I have nothing to fear. No matter what I may face or go through, You are always there to meet my needs and give me the strength I need. I will trust and rely on You always.

Amen.

29/07/2023

Daily Thought

Psalm 147:5
‘Great is OUR Lord and mighty in power; His understanding has no limit.’

We serve a great, big and a wonderful God.
Remember, He is greater and more powerful than your challenges.
There is no limit to His knowledge and His understanding.
This should encourage us to trust Him with the issues that concern us.

Let's Pray...
Lord, I celebrate Your mighty power and Your greatness in my life. You are the creator of all things and nothing is too difficult for You. I choose to trust in You. I am so thankful that in greatness You are still interested in every detail of my life.

Amen.

26/07/2023

Daily Thought

Psalm 100:3
‘Realize that the LORD alone is God. He made us, and we are His. We are His people and the sheep in His care.’

The Lord is the One who made you, and He does not make junk.
You are valuable and precious to the Lord.
He cares for you with love, and with knowledge of your situation.
You belong to Him, so find your security in knowing that He cares for you.

Let's Pray...
Lord, thank You for the special relationship that I can have with You. You are my Heavenly Father and I am Your child. How awesome it is to know that I can live under Your loving care for me.

Amen.

21/07/2023

Daily Thought

Psalm 147:8
‘He covers the sky with clouds; He supplies the earth with rain and makes grass grow on the hills.’

We should always remember that God is in control of all things.
In the end He knows what creation needs and He knows what you need.
He supplies exactly what is needed and makes it productive.
If God is faithful to nature, most assuredly He will be faithful to you.

Let's Pray...
Lord, how awesome it is to see how You care for all of creation. It is a constant reminder that You will also take care of me. May I experience Your constant hand of provision and care as I place my confidence in You alone.

Amen.

17/07/2023

Daily Thought

Malachi 4:2
‘And you will go free, leaping with joy like calves let out to pasture.’

Do you realise that God wants you to experience His freedom and joy?
He steps into our lives to open the gate so that we can run free.
We may find ourselves in a tough place, but His plan is different.
God’s desire is for you to experience the freedom and joy that He gives.

Let's Pray...
Lord, I ask that this promise would become a reality in my life. I ask You to open the gates that hold me captive, break the iron bars that hold me back, and bring me to the place where I can experience Your joy and Your freedom in my life.

Amen.