Prayer for the Day - January 5, 2012

"Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour" (1 Peter 5:8). God, You have warned me...and I have listened. I have recognized how the devil tempts people and turns them down the wrong path. I have seen how he manipulates people to do his will and unknowingly take part in his plan to destroy families and destroy lives. Please, through the power of Your Holy Spirit, keep me alert and watchful against the devil's plots. Help me to recognize and resist his efforts, and to turn to You for help in all things. May I never be used in the devil's plans, but only be a part of Your plan. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.