When I pray, I often find that my own words run out too quickly. Many times, I turn to the words of the psalms or other portions of Scripture to provide me with words beyond myself for prayer. At other times, I am encouraged when I come across the words of a fellow believer - …
Saturday Prayer 8
I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me. (John 10:14, NIV) Jesus, You are the good shepherd of the sheep. Thank You that You lead us and speak to us. Thank You that Your voice speaks our names, and that You allow us to know You. I long to …
Saturday Prayer 7
The Lord reigns, let the earth rejoice; let the distant shores rejoice. Clouds and thick darkness surround Him; righteousness and justice are the foundation of His throne. (Psalm 97:1-2, NIV) Lord Father, this morning I rejoice in You. Thank You for sleep. Thank You for a bed to sleep in. Thank You for the relationships …
Saturday Prayer 6
Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good; His love endures forever. (Psalm 118:1) If it is true that Your love endures forever, then give me the ability to see Your love that does not cease in times of difficulty any more than it crests in times of joy. Thank You for Your love …
Saturday Prayer 5
Some trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God. (Psalm 20:7, NIV) Lord, You are greater than any human power. You created all human power and stand behind it all, sustaining all creation. My trust is not in human power. That power comes and it …
