As the fall season gets underway, children are back in school, activities seem to be multiplying, work has a way of increasing, and family holiday celebrations are on the horizon. This is a good season to take a pause each day and pray family blessings—for your immediate and extended family and for anyone you consider … Continue reading Family Blessing Prayer—Numbers 6:24-26
Tag: Learning to Pray
A Four-Word Prayer that Can Change Your Day
We all have them. Tough days. We know we should pray, but we can’t seem to think of what to pray. We just want peace. Next time you’re in that place, try this four-word prayer: “I love You, God.” Watch what happens. Saying those words changes you inside. Reminds you of the truth of who … Continue reading A Four-Word Prayer that Can Change Your Day
Really Present, Really Listening
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
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
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
Conversation Starters with God
These conversation starters are offered to help you begin talking with God. Set aside 15 minutes of your morning or evening. Choose one of these each day that speaks to your heart … or try some ideas of your own! Enjoy your time with God. 1. Make a list of 3 things that happened today … Continue reading Conversation Starters with God
God Is Always with You
God is with you all the time. He loves to sit with you, walk with you, play and laugh with you. He shares your joys, and weeps with you when you're sad. He talks to you, He even sings to you. He is always willing to guide you, to answer your questions, to listen to … Continue reading God Is Always with You
Praying God’s Best for Your Loved Ones
It breaks your heart when someone you love believes lies - about themselves, about others, about God. How do you pray for them? Always remember when praying for others that you want to pray God's best for them ... His will (not yours) ... by His power and Spirit (not yours) ... and that God … Continue reading Praying God’s Best for Your Loved Ones
Adventures with God 