My devotional reading for today brought me to Ezekiel 11. God is giving a vision to Ezekiel about the exiles who have been scattered to other countries and their subsequent return both to Jerusalem and to God Himself. I think this prophecy will find its ultimate fulfillment in the millennial kingdom for the Jews, but I was struck by the language used to describe their transformation. I decided to personalize the language and use it as my prayer for today and I also wanted to share it with you. This is adapted from Ezekiel 11:16-20.
O Lord, be my sanctuary. Remove every trace of idol worship within me. Give me a singleness of heart and fill me with the Holy Spirit. Take away my heart of stone and give me a tender heart with a desire to obey Your laws. You alone are my God and I want to follow you completely. Amen
