Prayer Journey—Aching

Does my heart ache as yours dear God for those who do not know you; for those who reject you; for those who refuse to accept your son Jesus? You long for those far from you to return to you. You desire the lost to seek you. You yearn to lavish them with your love […]

Prayer Journey—Forgive as Jesus Did

Forgiveness. It is not just something you did Jesus. It is something you want us to do; to model after you the forgiveness and love you offered to those who persecuted you; who offended you; who mocked you. Help me to embrace that kind of love, the love you give so freely. Help me to […]

Prayer Journey—Expectantly

Lord, help me to pray expectantly, knowing you can do the impossible. May I pray with your wisdom, with your vision for people with anticipation that you can do miracles. Forgive my shortsightedness, my impatience in wanting quick answers that don’t last instead of eternal answers that do last. Help me to pray with the […]

Prayer Journey—Dying Embers

Kindle my flame for you dear Lord. The world seeks to smother your flame in me. They douse me with inflammatory words, seeking to smother my love for you, but I cling to your ember that glows deep within. I refuse to let go of you dear Jesus. You are the source of eternal life. […]

Prayer Journey—Held Tight by God

In a moment of silence, close your eyes and focus on God’s love for you. Can you feel it? God’s loving embrace around your tired and exhausted body, holding you up with His strength; no longer struggling to hold yourself up, now held by God. He looks at you with loving eyes and says, “I […]

Prayer Journey—Our Best

“Out of all your gifts you shall present every offering due to the LORD, from all the best of them, the sacred part from them.” – Numbers 18:29 (NASB) Dear Lord, help us to discern each day what is the best we can offer you from the gifts you have given us. May we use […]

A Heart to Heart With God

Prayer unites us with Christ, growing our trust in God. Prayer deepens our relationship with Christ. Prayer surrenders our will to God’s will.

Prayer Journey—Walking Companion

You walked this earth Jesus. You sat with people and listened to their trials. You shared meals in the homes of people struggling with daily life. You experienced hate and rejection. You know suffering. As the word made flesh, you taught us God’s compassion, his grace, his deep love for us. You generously gave your […]

Prayer Journey—No Fear

The LORD is my light and my salvation; Whom shall I fear The LORD is the defense of my life; Whom shall I dread? – Psalm 27:1 (NASB) What do I have to fear dear Lord? You are in all things. You created all things. You created me. Everyone is your workmanship. Help me to […]

Prayer Journey—Who Are You?

Who are you Jesus that you can calm the storm? Who are you Jesus that you can heal the lame? Who are you Jesus that you can bring sight to the blind? Bring calm Lord Jesus to the storms in my life. Heal my brokenness that causes me to limp through life. Help me to […]