Psalm 118:19 Open to me the gates of righteousness: I will go into them, and I will praise the Lord.

January 1

Open to me the gates of righteousness: I will go into them,
and I will praise the Lord. ~ Psalm 118:19

Photo: Steven Goodwin

Our Heavenly Father, we pause at the opening of this day to place ourselves in harmony with Thy great plans. We know that it is unwise and sinful to oppose or attempt to hinder Thy purposes. Hear our humble appeal for Divine wisdom, for spiritual sensitiveness to Thy messages, for broader views of our duty, and for the peace of God which fills the soul when working in full harmony with Thee. Let each of these blessings be given to all whom we love. Incline them to stop and pray -- to watch and act, under the impulses which come from Heaven. Make known Thy love and law to all people in all lands, and hasten the era when all mankind shall accept the teachings of Thy Son, and of the Holy Prophets, and thus in sincere agreement live in peace with all, and in full obedience and devotion to Thy Holy Will. We ask these great blessings in the Name of our Lord Jesus, Thy son, and our Redeemer. Amen

Russell H. Conwell, D.D.,

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.