Praying with Paul: 'A Grafted Branch'

Thursday, February 13, 2025

Romans 11:17

Dear Father, king of banquets,

Like that unknown hearer of Jesus long ago, I say, "How blessed it will be to eat bread in the kingdom of God."

Please, Lord, don't let me be like those who were invited to the marriage feast honoring the king's son but who scorned it in favor of business deals and family matters. They were left out while the king filled his house with those from the highways and country lanes. Your ancient people, Israel, rejected your invitation, and we non-Jews have filled your halls of festivity and salvation. But, Lord, we are unnatural branches, grafted in. Let none of us become proud. Rather, let every one of us stand in awe of your severity toward those who reject your Son and your mercy toward those who accept him.

May I continue in your kindness, lest I be cut off. And may your ancient people repent and accept their Messiah, for this would be life from the dead!

In the name of Jesus, the true Messiah of Israel, I pray. Amen.

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A Grafted Branch — Romans 11:17

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About This Devotional

Eldon Degge turns the apostle Paul's writings into daily, powerful prayers.

Heartlight appreciates Eldon Degge and Meridian Publishing for permission to make this available on our website. Praying with Paul is also available as a book.

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