A word of prayer – Page 44 – Growing Our Faith Together

Living Simply

“The people who influence us most are not those who buttonhole us and talk to us, but those who live their lives like the stars in heaven and the lilies in the field, perfectly simply and unaffectedly. Those are the lives that mould” ― Oswald Chambers, My Utmost for His Highest Show me, Lord, howContinue reading “Living Simply”

To Know Christ

Wow, this is such a powerful verse. To know even a little of the power of Jesus’ resurrection would be such a privilege. Open my eyes and my spirit Lord, that I might have a better understanding of Your power and might. Let me know you and worship you.

The Small Things

Be faithful in small things because it is in them that your strength lies. ― Mother Teresa If small bees didn’t fly from plant to plant, pollinating them so they could bear fruit, we couldn’t enjoy the bigger things like beautiful flowers and delicious fruits and vegetables to eat. Lord, forgive me for neglecting theContinue reading “The Small Things”

Trusting God

Lord, you know me inside and out. You know I put my trust in you…eventually. First, I often fret and worry and maybe shed some tears. Then, eventually, finally, I turn to you. At last, I put my trust in you, in your wisdom, and your strength. Teach me, Lord, to trust in you first.

Hunger and Thirst

How often do you get hungry or thirsty? My guess is you get hungry and thirsty several times a day, every day. Jesus said, Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled (Matt. 5:6). We long for food and water, but Jesus speaks of hungering and thirsting for righteousness! Continue reading “Hunger and Thirst”

God Will Help

God is not aloof. He says continually through the centuries, “I’ll help you, I really will. When you’re ready to throw up your hands, throw them up to Me. ― Jim Cymbala I am so thankful, Lord, that you are always there and willing to reach out your hand. Forgive me for those times IContinue reading “God Will Help”

With God

Lord, you know I am easily discouraged. I think that I can never accomplish the task. But then you remind me: I can never accomplish the task. Not my strength, not my talent, not my brain. But in YOUR strength, all things are, indeed, possible. Keep me relying on you, not on me to finishContinue reading “With God”

Forgive Others

To be a Christian means to forgive the inexcusable because God has forgiven the inexcusable in you. ― C.S. Lewis Lord, it’s far easier to accept forgiveness for my inexcusable acts. Teach me to easily forgive others.

Thank You, God!

Thank you, Lord, for creating in me a new heart. Thank you for freeing me from the slavery of sin and offering me life eternal.

A Matter of Focus

A Matter of Focus The lazy waters take a right angled turn. Branches of white ash bend gracefully toward the water. A flash of brilliant red—a male cardinal flies, lighting on branches across the water. He perches 15 feet above the water, secure on his leafy bench, trilling to attract his mate. I sit onContinue reading “A Matter of Focus”