A classmate shared today about an interview with Mother Theresa, in which she was asked about her prayer life with God. When asked what she said in prayer, she answered, "Nothing. I listen." When asked what God said, she answered, "Nothing. He listens." How powerful and true. Often we are taught (though don't necessarily "do") to … Continue reading Really Present, Really Listening
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Adjust the Picture
I have many reasons to be discouraged. I have just come through a long and difficult season, and I'm still going through it. You may be able to relate to this as well. God certainly understands and His heart hurts for the discouraging times we go through. But I can't find anywhere in the Bible … Continue reading Adjust the Picture
5 Simple Moments of Blessing
Here are some simple ways to invite God into your day through blessing. Many of us bless our meals, whether we eat at home, at a restaurant, or on the go. We may also say prayers of blessing at bedtime, and again when we send our families off to school and work in the morning. … Continue reading 5 Simple Moments of Blessing
Prayers for Sweet Sleep
Several of my friends and I are struggling with sleep. Sleep deprivation is not only exhausting but also unhealthy. We have each tried different remedies - even prayer! - and nothing seems to help. One of my friends reminded me that God put us in relationships, and we need to pray for each other. When … Continue reading Prayers for Sweet Sleep
Praying as God’s Child
I was reminded this week of the importance of "just" spending time in prayer with God. Often, we get caught up in the prayer needs that surround us, including our own. We focus our prayers on the needs of others, or on the obstacles that lie in our path. The Bible tells us, in 2 … Continue reading Praying as God’s Child
Your Daily Prayer Refreshment
I was reminded this week of how refreshing prayer can be. I was eating a slice of watermelon - who doesn't love that wonderful summer refreshment! At the same time, I was reading about prayer. I felt so refreshed just thinking about spending time with God. I realized my time with Him is even more … Continue reading Your Daily Prayer Refreshment
31 Days of Prayer Starters
If you would like to grow daily in your prayer life, here are some ways to get started. These are simple but powerful prayers, and you can choose one each day for a month. You can even choose just one that is meaningful to you, and repeat it each day. You can add more, from … Continue reading 31 Days of Prayer Starters
Prayer is a Daily Refreshment
As part of a school assignment, I ran across a delightful article on prayer. I felt so refreshed upon reviewing this article that I wanted to share it. Here is the link to the article, followed by the review I wrote for class. I hope you will enjoy reading this article as much as I … Continue reading Prayer is a Daily Refreshment
Community Prayer Starts with You
Prayers for a community are powerful. Ideally, you want your whole community covered in prayer. Even better, you want your whole community praying. It takes time. And lots of prayer. If community prayer is your heart, then it starts with you. Our community is blessed to have many prayer groups, some who have been active … Continue reading Community Prayer Starts with You
God Knows How to Heal You
Scripture Verse "For You formed my inward parts; You covered me in my mother’s womb. I will praise You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; marvelous are Your works, and that my soul knows very well." – Psalm 139:13-14 (NKJV) Reflection Psalm 139 is a powerful prayer for healing. Many times in the Healing … Continue reading God Knows How to Heal You
Adventures with God 