Recently I have been convicted in my prayer life. I pray, converse with God, frequently throughout my day. There are so many ways I speak to Him and ask for His guidance, direction, grace, peace, as well as present needs for others as they come to mind or ask for prayer. However, I have been remiss in intentionally praying, by name, specifically, for people precious to me. Lord, forgive me for this!
I have people in my life that need specific prayer. I need to be purposefully praying for those I know and friends of friends who need prayer for felt needs, marriages, or grace in singleness, further spiritual growth and most importantly, for some, salvation. What about you? Are there those you can think of right now that you have 'forgotten' to take to our Father in prayer? May we be challenged together to be more purposeful in our prayer lives TODAY and in the days ahead.
Heavenly Father, give us your eyes to see our friends, family, co-workers, neighbors and strangers, as you see them. Keep us ever mindful of others. Most importantly, Father, convict us of our own sins so we do not hinder our communication with You. May we not neglect praising You for Your faithfulness to us, for Your gracious gift of salvation through Christ Jesus, for Your blessings and provisions, for healing and favor. Thank you, Lord, for these things. Thank you for the Holy Spirit who seeks to convict in areas of weakness that we may grow in grace toward a deeper relationship with You. Amen.
