Prayer
The ongoing practice
of deciding to share with God
all of who I am, who I am not
and who I desire to become
by the power of His grace.
by the power of His grace.
© Lee Wise
Reflecting...
- Prayer is a decision. How, when and where we pray also consists of a series of decisions. Quite obviously, the previous statement is no secret: but it qualifies as being totally important when it comes to the practice of prayer.
- With regards to the quote, one of the key concepts here involves the concept of sharing. That is, choosing to share with the Lord what is going on with me on the inside. And I mean by that: in depth sharing. Sharing with the Lord the moments of my days "inside and out." Happy, sad and all of the between happy and sad thoughts.
- In one sense I keep on learning the art of sharing everything with Jesus: who I am, who I am not (shortcomings, struggles, etc.), and who I would like to become if it is in the Lord's will.
Reflection More...
- Question: how often do you "think with God"? I mean by that just sharing your thoughts -- how you process life -- with God.
- And, what does it mean to you?
- I am asking these questions simply to prompt any additional "before the Lord heart thoughts" that may assist you in your growth in Christ.
What About A "Takeaway"?
- Just in case... should you happen create a few entries in your journal concerning the subject of sharing with the Lord, what might your entry say?
- And, should you summarize something to remember from your journal entry in one word, phrase or sentence: what would that be?
- My one for the day is ______________?
**PrayingSimple**
"Lord, as I think about my day help me to think with you. Strengthen me to share it all with you just as I am and just as you would have me to be with your help. I love it, Lord, that I can talk and live with you this way from the inside out. In Jesus' Name, Amen!"
That's It!
"Lord, as I think about my day help me to think with you. Strengthen me to share it all with you just as I am and just as you would have me to be with your help. I love it, Lord, that I can talk and live with you this way from the inside out. In Jesus' Name, Amen!"
That's It!
May you and those you love have a wonderful week,
Lee
P.S. Below is a video of a great song that we sung in church just yesterday and I thought I would share it with you. (No, this is not our church but the song we sung. Loved it!)
P.S. Below is a video of a great song that we sung in church just yesterday and I thought I would share it with you. (No, this is not our church but the song we sung. Loved it!)
__________
© Lee Wise All rights reserved. You may freely distribute this article. The copyright and this resource box must be included.
http://personal-spiritual-growth.blogspot.comLee is a writer, life coach, and family man with a passion for on purpose living, spiritual formation, and making a positive impact in the world.
Feel stuck or like you need a boost anywhere in your life at this time? Seize a FREE 15 minute coaching session with Lee by going here today http://coachingcognition.com/leewise
___________________
A P.S. to this post...(not part of the resource box)
Should you be interested in Living For Jesus and desire to grow in him with the help of a free, short study based on 2 Peter 1: 5-8 that I have created, then send a blank email here by clicking this on this link mailto:thelife@aweber.com
But remember: you must confirm your desire to receive the short series by replying to the email you will receive. Why confirm? It helps prevent spamming and it's the only way to receive the series!
________
0 comments:
Post a Comment