Heavenly Father, we come before You this morning with hearts full of gratitude and praise. We join Richard in lifting up Your holy name, for You are worthy of all honor and worship. As Your Word says in Psalm 100:4, "Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise. Give thanks to him, and bless his name."
Lord, we thank You for Your promises and faithfulness. You have declared in Joel 2:25, "I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten." We hold on to this promise, trusting that You will bring restoration and renewal in every area of our lives.
Father, we ask that You bless this day and this week, filling it with Your glory and presence. May all Your children experience Your love and grace in abundance. Guide us, protect us, and help us to always remember Your goodness.
We pray all this in the mighty name of Jesus. Amen.