Day 31: Lead Us Not Into Temptation

Word:

Matthew 6.13a “And lead us not into temptation…”

Daily Devotional:

The next line in the Lord’s prayer reminds us of both our need to be led and the wonderful Shepherd that we have in Jesus.

As we pray this phrase we are joyfully looking to Him as our Shepherd and acknowledging our need for Him to lead us away from the things our Good Shepherd knows would be temptations and take us astray.

Scriptures For Today:

As you read today's Scriptures, read slowly and attentively, allowing the Holy Spirit to speak to you as you meditate on His Word.

Matthew 6.9 “This, then, is how you should pray: ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread, and forgive us our debts as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation…”

Psalm 23 The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.

Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

Worship:

Prayer:

Lord, thank You that You are my shepherd. I am grateful for Your leadership in my life. Thank You for the ways You have led me. Help me to be attentive to Your leadership today.

Listen & Obey:

Spend two minutes in silent, listening prayer. Write down what you sense the Holy Spirit speaking to you. Here are some prompts to assist you:

• Lord, what do You want to speak to me from these passages of Scripture as I start my day?

• How do You want me to apply this truth today?

• Who do I need to share this with today?