I love vacation! It always gives me more time to reflect and pray. Sitting in the early morning with coffee and journal asking God, “What do You see about -this? How can I pray better for them?”
Time to wait and listen is key.
PRAYER ALWAYS CHANGES THINGS! It changes me – it changes those I pray for – it changes circumstances or sometimes the way I see them. With God, I am never abandoned, never alone, never hopeless about life. Prayer is my weapon – these moments are my tools.
Covering my family in God’s Armor (Ephesians 6:11-17) is the one of my first prayers each day. I want us all prepared as we go out into the world to do all that’s presented. I pray for ears to hear and eyes to see all that God desires. I pray hearts will be soft and aware of any: Warning any Danger. That we would be prompted to: Stop and pray.
This month I’m spending some extra time praying for my husband. Using a schedule of topics by Stormie Ormartian, from her book Power of a Praying Wife. What a blessing to focus on him and lift up his needs. See list here.
Besides watching over those I love… not once in 30 years of asking God for direction or for help to change my heart… has He’s not done it! God has heard, He’s seen, and He’s moved in each instance. And just for the record… I ask often.
Thank You LORD, for the gift of prayer – any time, any place – silent or shouting – happy or sad – directly to You. How amazing!
ForGlorySake! –Anna
