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Daily Marpe Devotional – (Kingdom Power Family Int.)
Sunday 17th September 2023
“And said unto them, It is written, My house shall be called the house of prayer; but ye have made it a den of thieves.” [Matthew 21:13 KJV]
And said unto them, It is written, My house shall be called the house of prayer; but ye have made it a den of thieves.
Matthew 21:13 KJV
The text above recounts a powerful moment in the Bible when Jesus entered the temple in Jerusalem and drove out the money changers and those who were buying and selling, declaring, “My house shall be called a house of prayer, but you have made it a den of thieves.”
This passage reminds us of the importance of reverence and worship in God’s house. It teaches us that our places of worship should be spaces of prayer, reflection, and spiritual growth, free from distractions and worldly concerns. Jesus’ actions also highlight his zeal for righteousness and his commitment to restoring the sanctity of the temple.
As we reflect on this verse, we can examine our own hearts and ask ourselves if we treat places of worship with the respect and reverence they deserve. Are we focused on sincere prayer and seeking God’s presence when we enter His house? Let us remember that God desires our hearts to be pure and devoted to Him in all aspects of our lives, especially in our worship.
In our daily lives, may we strive to maintain the holiness of our own hearts, making them places of prayer and devotion. Just as Jesus cleansed the temple, let us allow Him to cleanse and renew our hearts, so that we may truly worship Him in spirit and truth.
PRAYER
Dear heavenly Father, thank you for the lessons learnt in today’s word where Jesus cleansed the temple, reminding us of the sacredness of Your house and the importance of true worship.
Forgive me, Lord, for any distractions or impurities that have crept into my worship. Help me to maintain a spirit of prayer and devotion in Your presence, both in the church and in my daily life.
I ask that you cleanse my hearts, just as Jesus cleansed the temple, and make them pure and dedicated to You. May my worship be pleasing to You, and may I always honour Your name in sincerity and truth in Jesus’ name. Amen
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