In a Place Where He Will Meet Someone A prayer inspired by the woman at the well Lord Jesus, thank You for coming to meet me. You don’t hide from me or avoid me. You make Yourself known to me, and You have come to live among us. You want to live in my heart … Continue reading Jesus Is Sitting
Category: Bible Prayer
Submitting Our Lies to God’s Truth
One of the biggest things that blocks us from growing deeper in our relationship with God is the lies we believe about ourselves. Lies such as “I’m stupid,” “I’m no good,” or “I’ll never amount to anything.” Or lies like “I have to take care of myself” or “I have to keep the peace at … Continue reading Submitting Our Lies to God’s Truth
It Is Midday: A Prayer
A prayer inspired by the woman at the well Lord Jesus, thank You for teaching me the rhythms of the day. I treasure midday because it’s a chance to take a break from my work. Often it’s a chance to enjoy fellowship with friends and a great meal. Sometimes, I close my eyes and take … Continue reading It Is Midday: A Prayer
Did You Know Charles Wesley Wrote Prayers to Sing? A Prayerful Look at Intercession Hymn #1 “For All Mankind”
In 1758, Charles Wesley published his collection of 40 Intercession Hymns. These hymns are examples of intercessory prayers set to music. Music is a good way to remember words, and singing helps people have words of prayer and scripture on their hearts and tongues throughout the day. Although Wesley’s collection of Intercession Hymns represents an … Continue reading Did You Know Charles Wesley Wrote Prayers to Sing? A Prayerful Look at Intercession Hymn #1 “For All Mankind”
Praying the Psalms in Biblical Hebrew: Psalm 90:1
One of my students expressed interest in praying Bible verses in Hebrew, especially from the Psalms. I asked her to choose a few verses that she would like to pray in Hebrew. Psalm 90:1 is one of these. It is noted as the beginning verse of a prayer of Moses. I will share the Hebrew … Continue reading Praying the Psalms in Biblical Hebrew: Psalm 90:1
Prayer for Individuals and Families Living in Poverty
In 2013 I was very blessed to be teaching an eight-week course to a church women's group. The focus of our course was on the challenges of poverty in the community and the church's response. We worked through a book on poverty. To use with their reading, I printed up and gave each woman a … Continue reading Prayer for Individuals and Families Living in Poverty
10 Things Moses Has Taught Me about Intercession
I did an inductive Bible study of Exodus 32-34, looking especially at the role of Moses as intercessor between God and His people. Being an intercessor myself, I was curious what Moses could teach us today about intercession. Following are just a few of the takeaways I learned from studying this passage: Students of Inductive … Continue reading 10 Things Moses Has Taught Me about Intercession
Praying the Bible with Gratitude
Life is hard. Sometimes we go through seasons where everything feels so discouraging and futile. During those times (and at all times) it is important to have the support of a community who can remind you who you are and whose you are. I don't recommend that anyone try to go on this journey of … Continue reading Praying the Bible with Gratitude
A Story within a Story (Learning About “Intercalation” in Inductive Bible Study)
In this Inductive Bible Study exercise, I invite you to read one of my favorite passages of scripture - a double story of Jesus healing people. Let’s take a look at Mark 5:21-43. Go ahead and read through the passage prayerfully several times. It’s a great story to read and spend time with. Don’t rush … Continue reading A Story within a Story (Learning About “Intercalation” in Inductive Bible Study)
Lectio Divina for Christian Writers
Lectio divina is a helpful practice for Christian writers - and for anyone who wants to grow in relationship with God. The term lectio divina means “divine reading.” This is where you engage the Bible spiritually - not with your mind, but with your spirit. While there is a time and place to engage your heart and mind … Continue reading Lectio Divina for Christian Writers
Adventures with God 