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When was the last time you were trying to do something for the Lord but just couldn't do it? Maybe it was today or yesterday or maybe some time ago. It happens to me all the time. I want to do right, resist temptation, speak to someone about Jesus-somehow I don't have the strength. Then the "duh" question comes to mind-did you think to pray? There is an old hymn that asks that same question. Ere you left your room this morning,
Did you think to pray?
In the name of Christ our Savior,
Did you sue for loving favor,
As a shield today? Refrain O how praying rests the weary!
Prayer will change the night to day;
So when life seems dark and dreary,
Don't forget to pray.
It seems to me that when I start my day with prayer, the whole day goes better. You would think that I wouldn't forget that pray carries a promise from Jesus. "Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks, receives. Everyone who seeks, finds. And to everyone who knocks, the door will be opened." (Matthew 7:7-8)
What more incentive should I need to continually be praying? Oh, I know all the ands, ifs and buts concerning prayer. I understand that the apostle Paul asked God, three times, to remove his "thorn in my flesh." God's answer was no; "My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness." (2 Corinthians 12) But, that doesn't mean we shouldn't ask-it doesn't take away the promise. I realize that sometimes the answer will be no. But, I believe that if we are truly seeking the will of the Father, eventually he will show us why. The answer may be the same one he gave to Paul–"My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness." For me, that's enough. All I know is that prayer is communion with the Father. Jesus prayed-so should I. If he needed that time of communion with the Father, I need it more. If Jesus needed to take his cares to the Father and receive strength, I need it more. I can't do this “life” thing on my own-it's too hard. I need a savior because I can't save myself. I need the Spirit to guide me because I lose my way too often. I need the power of God and his direction that comes through prayerful communion with him. Pray on!!! Father, you are my rock and my salvation. You alone are able to handle the cares of this world. I need the strength that only you provide. Please draw me close and lead me through the adventures of this day. Amen Keep the Faith
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