Today’s Scripture readings: Psalm 118, Jeremiah 23:16-32, 1 Corinthians 9:19-27, Mark 8:31-9:1

Today’s writer: Kathryn Hendrix

His Purpose Accomplished

The Prophet

Stand in the council of the Lord; perceive and hear His Word.

Stand in My council—proclaim My Words to My people

to turn them from their evil ways and the evil of their doings.

Let the one who has my Word speak it faithfully.

Peter

Jesus spoke plainly, Peter protested the divine plan.

Put aside personal pleasure, do not pursue worldly profit.

Do not be ashamed of His purposes, His words

We will see the kingdom of God come with power.

Paul

Make yourself a servant to all; win as many as possible.

Preach to others; be partakers together of the gospel.

Compete for the imperishable prize,

The Lord will fully accomplish the purpose of his heart.