Prayer Journal–Many Waters

Lord, you are mightier than the “many waters, the breakers of the sea.” I have seen the power of a fierce wind blowing across the sea and experienced its power, waves crashing against feeble, earthly things. I have felt the might gales press against me. Yet you Lord, your hand, is mightier than any force […]

Prayer Journal–My Rock

You are my rock dear Lord. I trust in your plans. Nothing happens without your hand permitting it. You have the long view. You know what was, what is, and what is to come. Help me to trust you and rely on your wisdom. Fill me with your Spirit and the joy of your presence […]

Prayer Journal–Light

Dear God, let my light shine brightly through me into the darkness. Guide me dear Jesus on where I can best serve you each day. May my love for you dear Jesus surpass all things. May I overflow with your love into the lives of others. Fill me with your wisdom dear God to help […]

Prayer Journal–Worthy

Who am I God? Who am I that you consider me worthy of this precious gift of being able to commune with you on such a personal level. Who am I that you have showered me with your grace and love? You have given me ears to hear and a tongue to speak words of […]

Responding to Frustration

In 1 Samuel 12, Samuel the prophet recounts the sins of the Israelites and their desire for a King to rule over them, even though “the LORD your God was your king (12:12, NASB).” He must have been frustrated with them as he recounted their evil ways in this chapter and how they are acting […]

Pray in Case of Emergency

Do you only pray to God when trouble is knocking at your door or you suddenly find yourself facing a hardship? Repeatedly, in the Old Testament, Israel wandered from God and began to serve other gods. Then when they were faced with an adversary, they would quickly turn back and ask God to save them. […]