June 28, 2026

Heart for the Lord Day 28 by SGLY Ministry

UPRIGHT HEART
The righteous shall be glad in the LORD, and shall trust in him; and all the upright in heart shall glory. Psalm 64:10 (NKJV)

Light is sown for the righteous, and gladness for the upright in heart. Psalm 97:11(NKJV)

Oh, continue Your lovingkindness to those who know You, And Your righteousness to the upright in heart. Psalm 36:10 (NKJV)

Today’s Thought:
Righteousness, Light, Glory, Gladness! These are all things an Upright Heart receives. Because it is honest and just, an Upright Heart will be full of His Light and shine in gladness and glory for the Lord.
It will be prosperous and full of heavenly bliss as it adores the Lord and walks in His ways.
What a wonderful Heart to have! Let’s pray for this Heart today!

Prayer of the Heart to the Lord:
Dear Lord, today I ask that You create in me an Upright Heart, so I can walk in righteousness, be full of Your light and shine in gladness and glory.
I want a heart that is Upright in all of it’s ways so it can glorify You, Lord. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.

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Romans 8:31 ‘If God is for us, who can ever be against us?’

- The Lord is always for you.
- He always has your best interests at heart.
- Knowing that God is on our side should reassure us and lift us up.
- No matter what you’re going through or how severe things may be, never forget this fact!

PRAYER: Lord, just knowing that You are for me gives me great comfort and strength. I do not need to fear what others may do, because You are with me and You are for me. Amen.

Kind Regards
Pastor Andrew Roebert

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Life's Little Things

"Be kind to each other."1

Chances are you've been bitten by a mosquito, an ant, a gnat, a bee or a wasp, but have you ever been bitten by a lion or an elephant? Not too likely.

The point is that it's usually the little things in life that get under our skin and upset our apple cart more often than the biggies.

It's also the little things that make a big difference to the quality of our life. A simple thank you, a kindly word, a word of encouragement, a telephone call, a note, an email, a greeting card, a smile, a word of appreciation, a flower, and so on.

Why not determine to do something kind every day for someone, and especially for your loved ones as well as to friends and work mates. As someone else said, "When we deserve love the least is when we need it the most!"

Do it today!

Suggested prayer: "Dear God, help me to always remember the important little things in life and give such gifts every day, not only to my loved ones and friends, but also to those who cross my path who need it—including those whom I don't especially like. Thank you for hearing and answering my prayer. Gratefully in Jesus' name, amen."

1. Paul, the Apostle (Ephesians 4:32).
--Daily Encounter

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Footprints

Last night I had a dream. I dreamed I was walking along the beach with the Lord and across the sky flashed scenes from my life. For each scene I noticed two sets of footprints in the sand; one belonged to me, the other to the Lord.

When the last scene of my life flashed before us I looked back at the footprints in the sand.

I noticed that at many times along the path of life, there was only one set of footprints.

I also noticed that it happened at the very lowest and saddest times of my life. This really bothered me, so I questioned the Lord about it.

'Lord, you said that once I decided to follow you, you would walk with me all the way. But I have noticed that during the most troublesome times in my life, there was only one set of footprints. I don't understand why in times when I needed you most, you would leave me.'

The Lord replied, 'My precious child, I love you and I would never, never leave you during times of trial and suffering. When you see only one set of footprints, it was then that I carried you'.

- Author unknown

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Scripture

And do not be conformed to this world [any longer with its superficial values and customs], but be [a]transformed and progressively changed [as you mature spiritually] by the renewing of your mind [focusing on godly values and ethical attitudes], so that you may prove [for yourselves] what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect [in His plan and purpose for you]. - Romans 12:2 (AMP)

A Healthy Mind by Joyce Meyer

Over the years, the Lord has shown me so much about the power of our thoughts. In fact, the two major lessons He has taught me are that our thoughts affect every single area of our lives and we have a choice—we can choose our thoughts!

What you think about has everything to do with the quality of your life. But it’s not just good enough to stop thinking about the wrong things—we also need to replace them with good, healthy, positive thoughts from God’s Word.

Spend time each day reading and meditating on God’s Word. Pray and ask God to help you understand how to apply the wisdom you discover to your everyday life. As you do your part to choose your thoughts, God will do His. And you’ll love the transformation that comes with having a healthy mind...the mind of Christ!

You Can Win the Battle in Your Mind

“ We need to do our own thinking and deliberately choose to think on things that line up with God’s Word! ”
—Joyce

Study Suggestion

Read Philippians 4:8. It tells us we should “think on these things.” Make a conscious effort to fill your mind with good, pure, wholesome, and lovely thoughts.

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Bible Verses

The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. - Numbers 6:24-26

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Heal me, LORD, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise. Jeremiah 17:14

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Galatians 1:4 – Jesus gave his life for our sins, just as God our Father planned, in order to rescue us from this evil world in which we live.

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Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. — Philippians 2:4

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Proverbs 19:1 Better a poor man whose walk is blameless than a fool whose lips are perverse.

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Psalms 16:8 8 I keep my eyes always on the LORD. With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken.

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Prayers

Prayer for Guidance

Lord, teach me to number my days aright, that I may gain wisdom of heart. Help me do today the things that matter, not to waste the time I have.

The moments I have are precious, Lord, see that I count them dear. Teach me to number my days aright. Fill me this day with your kindness, that I may be glad and rejoice all the days of my life. Through Christ I pray, Amen.

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And now, as a little child, let me abide in you all this day, oh Christ, so that when you appear I may have confidence and not shrink from you in shame at your coming. For I know that you are righteous, and I am sure that I will be made righteous only by my life in you. Amen.

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God, you called me into fellowship with your Son Jesus Christ my Lord and you are faithful. You called me to this through the gospel that I might share in the glory of my Lord Jesus Christ. You saved me and chose me for this holy work not because I deserved it but because that was Your plan long before the world began–to show Your love and kindness to me through Christ Jesus. Thank You for calling me; You are faithful to confirm Your word with signs and wonders for Your glory. I love You, my Lord God, with all my heart and with all my soul and with all my mind (intellect), and I shall love my neighbor as I do myself. Jesus, you are Lord! Amen

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Lord, may peace with justice come to our world, but let peace and justice start with the way each of us lives this day. Amen.

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Dear heavenly Father, I praise You today for Your greatness!! Create in me a heart that will always believe You and trust in Your Word. I do want to always have the "fear of the Lord" in my heart. I then will not have to fear any man or what any man would do unto me, as You are greater than all men. Thank you for Your many promises of provision and protection throughout Your Word. I claim them for my life and for those in my family. Deliver me from any doubt and unbelief that would keep me from receiving all that You have promised me in the Bible. I ask this in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.

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Lord God, help us to be holy as you are holy, and free us from all the earthly things that try to torment us. Grant us your Spirit so that we do what is right. May we always hold your hand confidently. Protect your children everywhere on earth, and help them do what is right even if the whole world does what is wrong. Help us, so that all we do becomes holy and pleasing in your sight. Let your grace grow among us and among the nations, and let your hand be strong to bring in your day, your day when everything is made new. May your name be kept holy, your kingdom come, and your will be done on earth as in heaven. Amen.

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Dear Lord, our time on earth is short. Please help me realize that it is not the amount of time, but the quality of the time I spend that counts.