Tag: Daily Devotions

• Pray When Everything is Going Wrong

  When it’s all going crazy, our greatest challenge is to answer this question: Have you prayed about it?

  That’s where I am right now.

  So between family drama and doing my work, I discovered today that my good deed of trying to pay bills early also went belly up. Apparently the money came out of the wrong account and so that stirred on even more confusion. And in the middle of it all you ask yourself, “What do I even say to Jesus right now?” You’re angry, confused, saddened, shaking, and nothing seems to be going right.

  If you’re there, we must remember prayer is also there too. Even when we do not have the words to put it all into context for understanding, God knows. So you pray for me, and I’ll pray for you. If you’re reading this, and it’s Monday, be encouraged. I remember the Lord saw it and heard it too. In the end, was it really a bad day or did I learn things that were delivered to me roughly? That is indeed the question.

  Today I pray for you: The person that may feel everything is just falling down all at the same time. All is not lost.

  Prayer for better days

  A Prayer for Those Having a Tough Day

  Heavenly Father,

  In moments of chaos and confusion, when it feels like everything is falling apart, we come to You seeking solace and strength. Today, we lift up all those who are experiencing overwhelming challenges and setbacks. We acknowledge that even when we cannot find the right words to express our distress, You understand the cries of our hearts.

  Help me stand, Oh Lord.

  For the individual who is bearing the weight of family struggles, financial difficulties, or unexpected hurdles, we ask for Your comforting presence to surround them. Let Your peace that surpasses all understanding fill their hearts and minds. Grant them the assurance that they are not alone in their struggles.

  Help me stand, Oh Lord.

  As we navigate through these trials, may we be reminded of Your unwavering love and faithfulness. Help us to find the courage to lift our prayers to You, knowing that You are always ready to listen. When we feel like our strength is fading, empower us with Your resilience and hope.

  Help me stand, Oh Lord.

  Today, we pray for brighter days ahead. May Your light shine upon us, guiding our steps and renewing our spirits. Grant us the wisdom to recognize the lessons hidden within these challenges and the grace to emerge stronger.

  In the assurance of Your unending grace, we place our trust. Amen.

  • Look past politics and pray for President Joe Biden
  • Prayer In Your Home: Finding Those Spaces
  • Praying for Israeli hostages held by Hamas
  • Bridge Collapse in Baltimore (Prayer Alert)
  • Holy Week 2024 Prayer Prompts

  February 5, 2024

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• Making Connections: Pray For Good Links

  Making connections in the world today is easier than ever before. We have so many ways to make connections, yet there are still so many people alone, depressed, stressed out over everything. There are still people who feel like outcasts. To go even further we’re beginning to realize that many of the connections we are making are via screen only and do not transfer to the physical world.

  Last year before me and my family relocated, the Lord put it on my heart to do an audit of our social media connections. For a month we reviewed more than 1,000 connections. We asked ourselves if we remember why we connected, do they interact with us? When was the last time we talked? If we could not answer any of these questions, we disconnected from them.

  We removed 500 people from our network. Most were people from our childhood. Others were from places we had lived. And to confirm the importance of being obedient to the Holy Spirit’s guidance, out of these people only two have reached out asking why they were removed. We talked and reconnected with them, and it was great. But there’s something wrong: Why connect if you’re not going to connect? I consider it an unsolved mystery. Most just want to see what you’re doing for nefarious reasons.

  Another connection I made was those who I disconnected from were not closely connected to Jesus Christ. In the act of making connections and reviewing them I saw many were very far from God. But why cut them off? Maybe I could have been a light for them? I’ve realized that if people are not praying for you, they’re praying against you. Most were posting very Anti-Christian memes and information and knew I was a Preacher! They knew I would see the posts and just didn’t care. But it wasn’t me they didn’t connect to, it was the God that I serve. And for that, the connections were strained and really just nonexistent. I learned a lot from these online friendship experiences that I think will help you in your prayer walk for making connections.

  

  Making Connections: 3 Things to do Right Now
  

  1. Review Facebook Pages to avoid future conflicts. Know who you are connecting with. If they are receptive to the Gospel and are going to be peaceful in reading your posts and not always conflicting and being disrespectful, so be it. However, if they’re always speaking “On behalf of the Non-Believers”, let them go. They are angry at God, and are non-receptive and it’s not your job to take online abuse. You have feelings too. They knew what you stood for and who you served when they connected with you.
  2. Evaluate if they are truly “Your People”. Jennie Allen, author of Find Your People: Building Deep 2. Community in a Lonely World is a great read for those on the journey to make effective connections around you. Me and my wife have been on this journey since relocating to Pennsylvania from Virginia. This book has been a great influence on how we’re making connections.
  3. Have rules for being connected with you. Do they cuss in their posts or replies? Not with you! What people read on your Social Media is a direct reflection of who you are and who you connect with. In making connections you gotta ensure you’re still representing the Kingdom, and that everyone you connect with respects these standards. You wouldn’t let them do that in your house right? Have the same standards online too.

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  A Prayer to Make Good Connections

  Heavenly Father, we make a lot of connections out here in the world and some expire while others stay alive. I, like so many want to make good, healthy connections with people that will respect me, and hopefully if they don’t know you, will get to know you Jesus by how I represent myself. You told us in God’s Word that we are both salt and light to this world and I, like those who read this, want to be just that. Help us all make connections that create and add value to our lives and to God’s Kingdom. Help us to be graceful but not victimized, loving but not a target, and bold but not problematic. I ask this in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

  • Look past politics and pray for President Joe Biden
  • Prayer In Your Home: Finding Those Spaces
  • Praying for Israeli hostages held by Hamas
  • Bridge Collapse in Baltimore (Prayer Alert)
  • Holy Week 2024 Prayer Prompts

  August 3, 2023

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• Sin is like Invasive Hammerhead Worms

  When something is described as “invasive,” it means that it has a tendency to intrude or spread aggressively into areas where it is not naturally or originally present. This term is often used to refer to non-native species of plants, animals, or microorganisms that are introduced to a new environment, where they can cause harm to the local ecosystem, economy, or human health. An example right now are the Invasive Hammerhead Worms reported in the Washington D.C. area.

  The danger? Reports suggest these worms have toxins that when touched, can harm humans and pets. This is the problem with something that’s “invasive”: It presents a unique danger that it brings to the environment that wasn’t there before. This is what sin does! When you engage in sin you are introducing to your environment or to God’s Kingdom an element that brings with it dangerous elements. And like the Invasive Hammerhead Worms, sin also can cause harm.

  

  Pray against the invasive spirit of Sin right now

  How does this happen? Through it’s evil process. James explains it like this:

  But each one is tempted when he is drawn away by his own desires and enticed. Then, when desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, brings forth death. Do not be deceived, my beloved brethren.

  James 1:14-16

  Introducing anything contrary to God’s Word and Will in your life is sin. When we do this, these elements cannot and will never mix with the light of Jesus Christ. As a result, they are invasive. Make the choice today to abide in the Kingdom of God the right way. While we don’t know what brought about Invasive Hammerhead Worms to appear in certain areas of the country, we are aware of the damage they can cause. With that thought, avoid sin when you see it, and do introduce it. Be blessed.

  July 28, 2023

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• Praying For Others: James 5:16

  

  Today, let us reflect on the profound impact of interceding for others through prayer for others. Just as we seek the Lord’s guidance, healing, and blessings in our own lives, let us not forget the power of lifting up our loved ones, friends, neighbors, and even strangers before God.

  Praying for others is an act of selflessness, compassion, and love that not only strengthens our own faith but also fosters a sense of unity within the body of Christ.

  Scripture: “Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.” – James 5:16 (KJV) (Read whole Chapter by clicking here)

  Step 1: Approach with Humility

  Begin your prayer for others with a humble heart, acknowledging that you too are in need of God’s grace and mercy. Remember that you are not imposing your will on God but aligning yourself with His divine purpose for the individuals you’re praying for. Surrender any personal biases or judgments, seeking only God’s best for their lives.

  Step 2: Pray for Specific Needs

  As you intercede for others, be specific in your prayers. Take time to learn about their struggles, challenges, and aspirations. Pray for their physical health, emotional well-being, and spiritual growth. Ask God to provide guidance in their decisions and wisdom in their endeavors. Praying with specificity demonstrates your genuine care and love for them.

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  Step 3: Claim God’s Promises

  While praying for others, rely on God’s promises found in Scripture. Proclaim His faithfulness, love, and willingness to intervene in the lives of those you’re praying for. Have faith that God hears and answers prayers according to His perfect timing and plan. Trust that He is working behind the scenes, even when you cannot see immediate results.

  Step 4: Pray for Unity and Reconciliation

  In a world often divided by conflicts and misunderstandings, pray for unity and reconciliation among people. Ask God to mend broken relationships, heal old wounds, and foster forgiveness and understanding. Pray that the love of Christ may shine through those who follow Him, becoming agents of peace and reconciliation.

  Step 5: Thank God for the Privilege to Pray

  Gratitude should fill your heart as you conclude your prayers for others. Thank God for entrusting you with the privilege of being an intercessor. Recognize that prayer is a powerful tool that can move mountains, and through your prayers, lives can be transformed and destinies changed. Celebrate the opportunity to be part of God’s redemptive work in the lives of those around you.

  Praying For Others: More than just a function

  Praying for others is not just a religious duty but a beautiful expression of God’s love flowing through us to touch the lives of others. As we spend time interceding for those in need, our hearts become more aligned with God’s heart, and our compassion deepens. Let us make it a daily practice to lift up others in prayer, supporting and encouraging them on their journey of faith. In doing so, we become vessels of God’s love and instruments of hope in a world hungry for divine intervention.

  July 19, 2023

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• “He Leads Me Beside Still Waters”

  Scripture: Psalm 23:2 (KJV) – “He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.”

  

  Reflection: In the midst of life’s storms and challenges, the Lord is our shepherd who leads us beside still waters. Just as a shepherd guides and provides for his sheep, our heavenly Father lovingly cares for us, even in the heat waves of life. When the scorching heat surrounds us, threatening to overwhelm and exhaust us, He offers a place of refreshing peace. Like a cool oasis in the desert, God’s presence brings solace and rest to our weary souls.

  During times of distress, it’s essential to remember that God is always with us, offering His peace that surpasses all understanding. He desires to lead us to places of tranquility, where we can find respite from the heat of life’s challenges. Let us trust in His guidance and seek the still waters He provides.

  Prayer to be safe in the global heat wave

  Dear Heavenly Father, We come before You today, recognizing that many are facing the scorching heat wave of this season. We lift up to You all those who are enduring extreme temperatures, experiencing discomfort, and grappling with the effects of the global heat wave. Lord, we pray for your provision and protection over their lives.

  Submit your prayer for peace and safety in this heat today

  Amidst this challenging time, we ask for Your presence to bring peace and relief to those affected. Lead them to places of refreshment, physically and spiritually, where they can find solace and respite. Surround them with Your love and care, providing strength and endurance to face each day. Lord, we also ask for wisdom and guidance for those in authority, tasked with managing the impact of the heat wave. Grant them discernment to make decisions that prioritize the well-being and safety of all individuals affected.

  Lastly, Lord, help us to be mindful of one another during this season. May we extend our compassion and support to those who may be vulnerable or in need. Help us to be your hands and feet, bringing comfort and assistance to those around us.

  We thank You, Lord, for Your constant presence in our lives and for the peace that You offer even in the midst of the global heat waves we face. In Jesus’ name, we pray. Amen.

  Remember, even in the heat of life’s challenges, God is with you, leading you beside still waters. May His peace encompass and strengthen you during this season.

  July 18, 2023

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