I.O.U.S. Acronym by John Piper

Incline My Heart

Incline my heart to your testimonies, and not to selfish, gain! Turn my eyes from looking at worthless things and give me life in your ways. Psalm 119-36-37

Open My Eyes

Open my eyes, that I may behold wondrous things out of your law. Psalm 119:18

Unite My Heart

Teach me your way, O Lord that I may walk in your truth; unite my heart to fear your name.

Psalm 86:11

Satisfy Me

Satisfy us in the morning with your steadfast love, that we may rejoice and be glad all our days.

Psalm 90:14

This acronym is found with a full explanation in Piper's book "When I Don't Desire God" on page 150-153.  Piper says "This acronym has served me well for years.  This is frontline warfare for me."

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