A word of prayer – Page 19 – Growing Our Faith Together

A Special Gift

Such a beautiful prayer. I echo this sentiment. Such a promise; such a blessing.

Sow Generously

Lord, show me how to sow generously so that others will know your glory and your grace.

I took advantage of the late December 60 degree afternoon by walking along the nature trails in Pawnee Prairie Park. The ground is soft beneath my feet, and the view is fantastic. The various paths meander through scenic routes. One can walk through short grass, cedar forests, deciduous trees, or beside the curving Cowskin Creek. Continue reading “The Rock”

Being Teachable

“Christ is able to teach us. See how he taught the disciples. He never wearied of their learning from Him. So He will teach us if we will only listen to Him.” – D.L. Moody Lord, keep me teachable. Your disciples were common men, yet they learned and served you so well. So there isContinue reading “Being Teachable”

Praise ye the Lord

Praise the Lord, for He is good. He is wisdom and love, peace and hope. He created all things and gives us grace. Thank you, loving Father, for Your countless blessings.

Inheriting the Treasure

Inheriting the Treasure When my parents died, they left my brothers and me all their worldly treasures. Fortunately for us, they had planned well. They left a will, named an executor, and had their investments and savings earmarked as payable on death to us. Even though they planned carefully, we have waded through rivers ofContinue reading “Inheriting the Treasure”

Use the Soap

If Christianity is valid, why is there so much evil in the world?” To this the famous preacher replied, “With so much soap, why are there so many dirty people in the world? Christianity, like soap, must be personally applied if it is to make a difference in our lives. Billy Graham Remind us, Lord,Continue reading “Use the Soap”

Into His Harvest Field

Open our eyes, Lord, to those you’d have us reach out to, to ways we can show others about Your saving grace.

Approaching God

Father, teach me to ask for all the good gifts You long to give me.

Putting Away the Decorations

The holiday season is over. The tree is down, the lights are off, and the decorations are packed. But what do we do with the Christ child? Do we wrap him in bubble wrap and place him in storage until next December? If we do, then we’ve missed the whole point of Christmas. EveryContinue reading “Putting Away the Decorations”