Jezebel - Her Legacy Of Prayer

Jezebel - Her Legacy Of Prayer

Who knows the power of your anger? For your wrath is as great as the fear that is due you. Teach us to number our days aright, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.

— Psalm 90:11 – 12

REFLECT ON:	2 Kings 9.
PRAISE GOD:	That he does not allow evil to go unpunished.
OFFER THANKS:	For justice, even when it seems delayed.
CONFESS:	Any tendency to take God’s mercy for granted.
ASK GOD:	To give you a healthy fear of offending him.

Lift Your Heart

Had Jezebel thought more about her inevitable end, her story may have been remarkably different. As much as we like to pretend we’re never going to die, it’s healthy to consider our own demise from time to time. Doing so humbles us, strips away our illusions, reminds us we are creatures answerable to a creator. Take thirty minutes to imagine your last day on earth. With whom do you want to spend it? What kind of memories do you want to leave behind? Do you have any lingering regrets, any unfinished business, any unfulfilled dreams? Ask God to guide you through this exercise. Let him show you what in your life can be affirmed and celebrated and what still needs to be transformed by his grace. Then tell him you’re willing to do whatever it takes to become the woman he wants you to be.

Lord, I don’t want to fear you for the wrong reasons, but for the right ones — to stand in awe because of who you are. Gracious God, let me never make light of your justice or your power. Instead, let me live in a way that honors you. For you are Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.