All I Can Do Is Pray

I can do all this through him who gives me strength.Philippians 4:13 

Have you ever caught yourself uttering in despair well at least I can pray or all I can do is pray meaning of course the outcome is up to God? 

Whatever the concern that has you anxious if you have prayed and given it to God leave it there. Easier said than done. Don’t try to be Holy Spirit Junior fixing and manipulating as it will only tend to backfire. 

I was pondering one day when I was relatively calm, maybe once I truly am at peace and stop fretting then I will see changes. What do you think?

PRAYER: Keep me minding my own business and busy so I don’t sink into constantly struggling to wait on God. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

What Is Prayer?

 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.Philippians 4:6 NIV Bible Gateway

 

Prayer is not a wish list or secret formula but simply talking to God. Whatever is on your heart simply talk to God. He fights for you. 

When you keep things to yourself and don’t release them to God you are hurting yourself. Release your concerns to God. 

Trust in the Lord with ALL your heart it says in Proverbs 3:5. Don’t trust yourself but lean in to God. If you can, find a prayer partner or trusted prayer group. I have been part of Moms in Prayer since 1996. Don’t accept walking in darkness as your normal. Release your concerns to God and wait for the amazing things that are coming. 

PRAYER: I need you every hour and I seek your face. Guard my heart and mind. Protect those in my family I love dearly. Bring reconciliation where it is needed. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

#BG2

Www.momsinprayer.org

Don’t Camp Out In The Valley Of The Shadow Of Death

 

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.Psalm 23:4 KJV Bible Gateway

Most people are familiar with Psalm 23 hearing it at funerals. This chapter is not just for funerals but for everyday life. Verse four is the focus today. 

It doesn’t necessarily refer to actually dying but any bad things going on that cause doom and gloom thinking. Death is mostly what people think about since the King James Version says ‘death’. 

Any low point or valley in your life you are going through  don’t stay there. The word through indicates God wants you lifted up and rejoicing again. So don’t pitch a tent on that valley. 

PRAYER: Lord I need you each and every day especially on dark days when my spirit needs lifted up. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Click link for song of praise. 

 https://youtu.be/8wN-fspKg1Q

God’s Salt Shaker

"You are the salt of the earth, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored? It is no longer good for anything except to be thrown out and trampled under people's feet. You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden." - Matthew 5:13-14 (ESV)

What is the purpose of salt? It seasons and help preserve food. It also has restorative qualities in soothing a soar throat or healing in other skin issues. It’s pretty essential. 

Now imagine yourself a giant salt shaker in the marketplace. You are on an airplane traveling, in a restaurant, at church, or at work. All these places need Jesus light and ‘flavor’. 

Are you willing to be God’s salt shaker and go wherever and season the places around you for Christ? 

PRAYER: I want to be the seasoning to bring God’s flavor to a lost world wherever I go. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Pray For Influence

“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”  Matthew 5:16

 

Who is it you are praying for? Grandchildren? Children? Parents? Friends? Youth Group leader? Minister? Priest? Rabbi? President? City officials?

 

Whoever it is pray for them first to know Jesus if they don’t already. 

Next pray that you will have influence in the circles of friends and family you find yourself part of. Pray that you will say just the right thing at the right time. 

Pray that God will use you in a mighty way and that if any one is having issues you will know just what to say and how to pray. 

PRAYER: Lord I want what I say and do to further your kingdom and encourage those I am praying for. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Just Quit

Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.Galatians 6:9

Have you ever felt like just throwing in the towel so to speak? You know you were called to do something by The Holy Spirit but you keep running into negativity, criticism, attacks so you just are thinking why bother. 

God does not want you to quit. Let’s say you start a Bible club for children but it doesn’t seem to be successful. You need a breakthrough. God can turn things around if you believe. The negativity seems to be everywhere so you just have to press on. 

The enemy wants you to lose your desire and give up on your dream. You know your purpose and calling but negativity keeps clouding your vision. God’s grace and anointing came on you so never give up. 

PRAYER: Lord help anyone reading this who has a dream or vision forge ahead. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Did I Say That?

Make it your aim to live a quiet life, to mind your own business, and to earn your own living, just as we told you before. In this way you will win the respect of those who are not believers, and you will not have to depend on anyone for what you need.1 Thessalonians 4:11-12

Those who grew up in the eighties may remember Family Matters and the character Steve Urkel played by actor Jaleel White. He would occasionally utter “did I do that” when something went wrong. That is how I felt when recently I accidentally said a swear word in front of a close friend after hitting a curb. “Did I just say that?” Shame enveloped me. 

Hey you and I are human and yes occasionally a slip up is made nothing major mind you just saying a bad word. Yikes. The thing is, recognize your errors of judgment and try to not do it again. 

When you accept Christ you realize you are an imperfect human being striving to be more Christlike.  Don’t beat yourself up when you fall short. Learn from mistakes and move on. 

PRAYER: Father I thank you for grace and forgiveness and for loving me warts and all and not disqualifying me from Christian service when I mess up. In Jesus’ name. Amen.