5 years ago, I wrote a prayer for America. My heart was torn and I felt so desperate for my country as I wrote the prayer. The feeling hasn't changed because we still need God's love to reign in our country. Some would say now more than ever. In thinking over the personal freedoms I have and preparing to celebrate Independence Day, I wanted to share a prayer for America once more. Join me in … [Read more...] about A Prayer for America
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7 Ways to Pray Against Worry
Once worry strikes, it can be incredibly difficult to stop. I don't have to tell you this because you've experienced it. One small thought of care entered your mind and before long, your brain transformed into full-blown anxious mode. In the Soul Secure Bible reading plan and journal, I emphasize that in order to win over worry, we must catch ourselves choosing that first worried thought before it … [Read more...] about 7 Ways to Pray Against Worry
A Prayer in the Storm
I can hardly bear to see the images and videos of the aftermath. I felt the words to a prayer in the storm. Last week Hurricane Harvey ravaged Houston, TX and the destruction is still being discovered. I can't wrap my head around what it must have been like to be on the rooftop with your babies. Would anyone come to save us? When would the rain stop? I feel confident that in that … [Read more...] about A Prayer in the Storm
5 Prayers God Always Answers
Like me, you may have heard many sermons on prayer and the answers to prayers. I've analyzed my own prayers and pondered the answer many times over. Will it be "yes?" What if it is "no?" And what if I'm in the "not now" category? While much Scripture can be mulled over and meditated on regarding prayer, I believe there are 5 prayers God always answers. His Word promises he will fulfill his work … [Read more...] about 5 Prayers God Always Answers
A Prayer of Love to God
What would happen if you wrote a love letter to God each day for a month? This was the question in my head and on my heart several weeks ago. I can hardly believe that today is the last day of the True Love Bible reading challenge. In this month's Bible reading plan and journal, I aspired to write a love letter to God each day and many of you joined me. I think it was more difficult at the … [Read more...] about A Prayer of Love to God
5 Beautiful Benefits of Writing A Love Letter to God
Last month I was challenged with the idea of writing a love letter to God. I'm not sure what prompted the thought, but it didn't go away easily. Pretty soon I was pondering what I would write. And I also pondered: Why would you want to write a love letter to God? There are firsts in your life that you don't forget. One of them is the first time you get an "I like you" note from a boy in grade … [Read more...] about 5 Beautiful Benefits of Writing A Love Letter to God
6 Places to Pray in Everyday Life
God has been speaking to my heart about spending time with Him in my current stage of life. Usually when the Holy Spirit is whispering to me about something, then I share it with you because I've found that if I'm dealing with an issue, often other folks are dealing with it too. I really do believe God loves it when we spend individual, undivided time in prayer with Him. Time that is specifically … [Read more...] about 6 Places to Pray in Everyday Life
Teaching Kids to Pray Beyond Bedtime
Praying at bedtime is a wonderful way to build a prayer routine that lasts for a lifetime. The quiet and still moments just before drifting off to sleep are a wonderful time of day for a child to remember the love of the heavenly Father and their earthly parents. But teaching children to pray beyond nighttime requires a little more intention. How can we teach our children that praying isn’t only … [Read more...] about Teaching Kids to Pray Beyond Bedtime