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Lofty Language
Turning Point Ministries
Praise is awaiting You, O God, in Zion; and to You the vow shall be performed. O You who hear prayer, to You all flesh will come.
Psalm 65:1-2
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In 1898, Mary W. Tileston published a little devotional book called Great Souls at Prayer. Combing through hundreds of years of devotional material, Mrs. Tileston collected some of the most poignant prayers ever penned. These she arranged in daily readings. Her selection for November 20 is especially meaningful. It was written by Henry W. Foote, an early American clergyman: "O God, who art the Fountain of Truth and the Giver of spiritual knowledge, who leadest us from year to year in unchanging love -- we bless Thee that, when by sight we could not gaze upon Thy glory, by faith we can know Thee, and lay hold on the Truth which giveth light to the soul."
In a day when many people take their relationship with God too casually, let's not be afraid of some lofty language in our prayers. Recognize His grandeur. Employ the language of Psalms in addressing Him who is above all. When we approach God, we are coming to a Throne of Grace, but it is still a Throne and praise is awaiting Him there.
We ask from the treasures of Thy grace for a more childlike trust, a more faithful spirit, a more loyal will.
Henry W. Foote
Read-thru-the-Bible
Ephesians 2:1 -- 4:32
