‘May the Lord bless you and protect you. May the Lord smile on you and be gracious to you. May the Lord show you his favor and give you his peace.’
Numbers 6:24-26 NLT
This blessing is ancient when you consider when it was given. The Lord here was instructing Aaron, the newly appointed High Priest, to use it to bless God 's people.
Since this time it must have been spoken a multitude of times. Have you ever used it? I remember a pastor using it every dedication of a new baby to the Lord. Personally I have not used it on a regular basis. However, if God gave it to be used, I am sure He meant for it to be used. I often end a message or email with 'blessings'. Perhaps, without realising it, I am using a condensed version of the prayer.
Praying blessing over people is much better than 'yours sincerely', or 'kind regards' as these are both about my intentions, whereas 'blessings' is about divine intentions. The words we use can bless or curse.
Use words wisely! Amen!
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