Not What I Expected
Thank You for a restful night’s sleep, Father…and for waking me for our time together. Guide my thoughts both now and throughout the day ahead. Revelation 1:12-16 (<<click here to read the passage) Lord, I’ve read...
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The Best Interest of Others
It was a very full day yesterday, Father, and I thank You for Your watch care and direction. A busy day at work and an evening of inspiration lent themselves to a good night’s rest. I am blessed. James 3:13-18...
Read MoreAsk for Wisdom
As I sat here, Father, and read through another prayer in The Valley of Vision: A Collection of Puritan Prayers and Devotions, I was once again touched. I could never write so eloquently or encompass my thoughts in such a...
Read MoreItching Ears
Father, it’s been way too long since I sat down with You, and I surely feel it. Thank You for Your presence and watch care over me. 2 Timothy 4:3-5 (<<click here to read the passage) Lord, reading through this passage...
Read MoreUnashamed to Proclaim
(This prayer was prayed almost 9 years ago. The child and friend, who both valiantly fought their cancer, no longer just have the Father with them, but they are now with the Father! We stand firm in our faith, for, still, we are...
Read MoreLove Your “Family”
What a full last couple of days as the new school year has begun. Thank You, Father, for Your hand in keeping us safe and getting everybody from home to school and back again. 1 Timothy 5:1-2 (<<click here to read the...
Read MoreStrong and True
Father, help me to always keep You at the forefront of my life. Through thick and thin, help me follow You wholeheartedly, holding nothing back. Struggles and heartache will surely come, but help me to cling to You. Wonderful...
Read MoreWaist-high Pudding
I am grateful that You continue to patiently work on me. If people truly knew the entirety of my life, they might find me hopeless. You know me and have known me for eternity, yet You love me. You encourage me, saying, “Don’t...
Read MoreSteady and Firm
Coming into this week, I knew it was packed, pretty much from start to finish. There is something every single day – Sunday through Saturday! Father, I ask for Your strength, Your love, and Your wisdom. As I’ve mentioned several...
Read MoreCollege Collage – Part 2
Father, I would ask for Your steadying hand as we move through some transitional territory. Give us wisdom in all of our decisions. All praise to You, our Great Shepherd! ******** There were just a few more pieces and parts that...
Read MoreQuestions Anyone?
Father, I pray for peace of mind. This week has had many out-of-the-norm pieces and parts, and I am only halfway through it. There are more pieces to come. I would ask that You guide me in Your way through it all. Amen. 1...
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