When Garrison Keillor has a disappointing day he encourages himself. “But—there is one thing—I did not put my tongue on a pump handle today. Any day you do not put your tongue on a pump handle is a pretty good day.” In the lore of Lake Woebegone an iron pump handle symbolizes a deadly temptation and any day you do not succumb to the trap of the enemy is a pretty good day!
“Stay alert! Watch out for your great enemy, the devil…Stand firm against him, and be strong in your faith.”
— 1 Peter 5:8, 9 (NLT)
Lord Jesus, thank you for protecting me in the hour of temptation.. In Your holy name I pray. Amen.