"…and let us run with endurance the race that God has set before us." Hebrews 12:1 (NLT)
This morning Lord, in this season, I contemplate your love. It is hard to grasp why you sacrificed your son for me, a sinner from birth. Yet you sent Jesus here to save us when we could not save ourselves. “Wretched man that I am! Who will set me free from the body of this […]
Read More Prayer Journey — God’s LoveWhat is pure joy? Where is there a joy, a moment that fills you with unexplainable happiness; a joy that overshadows the pain and suffering of this world? It is the joy of a resurrection morning; the joy of realizing Christ Jesus has overcome death; the joy where sorrow and loss is replaced with new […]
Read More Prayer Journey — Advent JoyThere are many things to be anxious about dear God. An uncertain future is before me. I have no choice but to enter it, but how will I walk into it. You tell me to not be anxious about anything, to present my fears to you in prayer, yet I struggle to verbalize my fears. […]
Read More Prayer Journey — Advent PeaceWhere do I place my hope dear Lord? Do I expectantly anticipate the day when I can see you face to face? Am I like the Magi who traveled a great distance based on your sign, your prophesy? Do I have the same hope as they did? Their hope was fulfilled, made real when they […]
Read More Prayer Journey — Advent HopeHelp me dear Lord to discern your truth in a world that bombards me with false hope. Give me the wisdom to see with your eyes, to choose your way. Let me not lose my first love, your love dear Jesus filling my life; the joy of your presence in my life. Show me Lord […]
Read More Prayer Journey — DiscernmentI am worn out. My body is weak. I can barely breathe. It is difficult to find the words to speak to you dear Lord. In the midst of my fatigue, you strengthen me Lord. You reassure me in spite of my fear. Fill me with your courage dear Lord to face the unknown. May […]
Read More Prayer Journey — Facing the FutureWhat is the proper attitude when we approach God in prayer with petitions? At times it is difficult to discern if our requests are simply our own desires or if they reflect God’s desires. If we pursue a heart for God, our petitions to God should also be a desire for God’s will in our […]
Read More Prayer Journey — Poised for PrayerI stick my toe in the water. It feels cold to the touch There is a nudge on my back. “Go in, the water’s fine,” I hear from behind me. I place both feet in the water. I want to return to shore, but I take another step, then another, slowly wading into deeper water. […]
Read More Morning Praise — Living WaterThis morning dear God I echo Job’s words: “Why do the wicked live on, growing old and increasing in power (Job 21:7, NIV)?” At times I feel helpless to influence this world for you. At times it feels as if those who reject you are winning. My efforts seem futile. They refuse to hear about […]
Read More Prayer Journey — Fighting FatigueThe sorrow runs deep, but so does my faith. People push me. The wind buffets me. Grief seeks to dislodge me, disorient me, but with God I am secure. Steady me dear God on the narrow road. When I teeter on the edge, help me regain my balance. Help me to keep my eyes on […]
Read More Prayer Journey — The Right Path is All That’s Left