Acquiring The Initiative Of A Self-Starter

Dear God, "He becometh poor that dealeth with a slack hand, but the hand of the diligent maketh rich," (Proverbs 10:4). Slothfulness is of disgrace to you, but he that exerts exuberance and initiative provides good fruit in his season. For; "wealth gotten by vanity shall be diminished: but he that gathereth by labor shall increase," (Proverbs 13:11)

Lord, I provoke your divinity and your sovereignty to demolish my humanity. Purify me of all unrighteousness, and restore in me a pure heart and a contrite spirit. Instill in me the fused wise characteristics of ants, conies, locusts and spiders. Though the ants are small in stature, they are mighty. They implore your initiative and express wisdom in their proactive mission to prepare for anticipated circumstances. The conies are meager, but establish their dwellings on the durable surfaces of rocks. The locusts do not have an appointed head, yet they unite and effectively function as a team. The spider grips with her hands and migrates to high places, (Proverbs 30:25-28).

Collectively, the animals and insects enlisted represent frailty with great valor. The frailties represented are symbolic of the humility in which we embrace you. We must be responsibly assertive, consistent and wise in the nurturing and development of our relationship with you on a solid foundation. As we feast in the Word and commune in prayer, you will unite us in oneness with your spirit, and as a body we will be uplifted.

In Jesus' precious name I pray.
Thank God, Amen.


Taken from the book,
Expressions From a Pure Heart,
by Keisha Glover