Devotionals about Prayer
Prayer isn't performance — it's a conversation with a Father who was already listening. The devotionals on prayer gathered here are about showing up honestly, staying when it feels one-sided, and learning the rhythm of talking to God.
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168 devotionals in Prayer
- Gratitude
From Complaining to Gratitude: Transforming Our Words
I want to wrap up this discussion surrounding what comes out of our mouths with the idea of complaining. I’m guilty as charged and no matter how much I try to stop it, I still fail. Good news is God has been working on me and he’s given me an “out” and I’m getting better. Let me elaborate on what...
- Prayer
When God Is Silent: Growing Faith in the Quiet
So I’ve been reading-thinking about prayer and when God is listening. Does he take a break from listening? Naw, I think He’s always there...But how do we react when God is silent? You see, God uses silence to draw out faith. Great faith. When God is silent, do we listen to voices that question ou...
- Prayer
Stop and Really Listen: What a Friend We Have in Jesus
Every once in a while I will stop, take a breath and really listen. What I mean is we live in such a fast paced world and our brains pick up on things that provide stimulus to us an it deciphers what we are hearing or reading without us consciously really reading or hearing it. You dig what I’m t...
- Forgiveness
Forgiveness as an Act of Worship
Welp, we made it another week! Let’s take the weekend and think about forgiveness. It’s not that I’m saying we don’t forgive, I just think we can all use a reminder as we part for a couple of day about the one thing that is the essence of who we are...forgiveness. You see, God loves you! And he k...
- Gratitude
The Heart of Gratitude: Learning from the Ten Lepers
Listen, you ever held the door for someone these days and they don’t say thank you or even acknowledge the act of kindness? I have and I see it happening more and more in all areas of our lives. Sadly, when people are treated with courtesy, sometimes there is no acknowledgement or appreciation. W...
- Prayer
What Do You Want? Just Ask Him
“Until now you have asked nothing in my name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be full.”John 16:24 So, we’ve been talking about how Jesus is still, and always has been, in the prayer answering business. But here is the big question; what do you want? You can pray for big things and sm...
- Hearing God
God Is Speaking - Are You Listening?
Have you heard God? Is He actively speaking to us? Well, the answer to the last question is a most definite yes. But here’s the deal, I haven’t heard Him with my own ears in the literal sense, but I most certainly do hear him. You see God can speak to us in a number of ways. The most obvious way...
- Prayer
Standing Tall on Your Knees
“Nobody stands as tall as a Christian on his knees”I love this anonymous quote. It reminds me to spend time on my knees and thank the Lord for all his blessings and forgiveness. I need it. And because I need it (forgiveness), and because he gave it, I am filled with His grace. God has me covered...
- Forgiveness
To Be Forgiven, You Must Forgive Others
So hear’s a thought…I’ve been talking last week about forgiving and how we can and should. But do you want others to forgive you? Even more importantly, do you want God to forgive you? My cousin and I talked about this just last night. You see, in order to be forgiven, you also have to be able to...
- Prayer
God is Always Speaking - Are We Listening?
So, I think it’s safe to say we all pray in some capacity for something, right? I would also think it’s fair to say that we are waiting for God to answer our prayers. We are constantly searching for that answer and to “hear” Gods answers for us. But here’s the thing; God isn’t the problem when it...
- Gratitude
The Power of Gratitude in Building Friendships
So I was reflecting on a few things from over the last few days and specifically how thankful I am to have the people that I do in my life. I try the best I can to let you know how grateful that I truly am for you, but I may not be saying it as directly as I need to. Maybe you have people in your...
- Gracious Words
Words Like Honeycomb: Showing Grateful Hearts
“Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body.”Proverbs 16:24 Ok, let’s have some real talk…What do the people around you see on your face? What do the people around you hear when you speak? Do your words, actions and attitudes tell the story of God’s goodness...
- Gratitude
Grateful for What We Take for Granted
I want to keep talking about gratitude, where our mind is and what we are actually thankful for. We’ve talked all week about being intentional about looking for God in all things. That’s a great habit to form. But part of that looking for God happens not just in the little things in everyday life...
- Contentment
Finding God's Strength in Highs and Lows
I watched an interview yesterday by one of the Ohio State Football players after the win in the National Championship game. He was discussing the following scripture; “I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty...
- Faith In Trials
Bloom Where You're Planted: Finding Peace in God's Plan
“But seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you into exile, and pray to the Lord on its behalf, for in its welfare you will find your welfare.”Jeremiah 29:7 God didn’t put you where you are by mistake. He doesn’t make mistakes. When we believe in our hearts God is good and that His though...
- Prayer
Prayer and Trust Go Hand in Hand
“Good Lord willing …”How many times have we heard this saying as response to questions about our plans we have for our lives? I’ve heard it a lot! I’ve said it! I suppose it’s meant to express our beliefs that we believe and trust that if ______ is God’s will then it will be. But are we praying f...
- Great Commission
Finding Value in Everyone We Meet
You know, a few days ago I was talking about The Great Commission and how we are called to share the story of Christ. Well, today I got to thinking about the people we surround ourselves with and the people we express our gratitude towards. You see, sharing our gratitude with others is a great wa...
- Gracious Words
Words Like Honeycomb: The Power of Gracious Speech
“Gracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body.”Proverbs 16:24 Ok, let’s get real this week and do some self reflecting. What do the people around you see on your face? What do the people around you hear when you speak? Do your words, actions and attitudes tell...
- Intentional Thinking
Being Intentional with Your Thoughts and Focus
Well, as this week has come to an end, I find myself coming back around to a question I ask a lot. Whatcha thinking about? For real, what has your attention and mind lately? I ask because I’ve been thinking about a discussion I had not long ago and we talked about being “intentional” with our thi...
- Gratitude
Finding God in Life's Ordinary Moments
You ever stopped for a minute and looked around at all the blessings God has bestowed on you? I mean, look we all get excited and share His work when it’s something big like a new job, birth of a child, etc. But do you ever really stop and look around and see how His blessing are everywhere? Thin...
- Gratitude
The Secret to Contentment in Every Circumstance
“I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”Philippians 4:12-13So, we’ve all seen the scripture above and in most every case i...
- Gratitude
Nothing Compares to Knowing Christ
You ever take a minute and look around your life and reflect on the blessing He has given you? I’m sure you have, we all do at times. This morning, as I was digging into the word, I was reflecting on some of those things and it struck me that much of what I was grateful for were things of this wo...
- Wisdom
Ask God for Wisdom to Navigate Hard Times
Alright, so you are probably asking yourself, after yesterday’s message, “how exactly am I supposed to stay rejoicing during these hard times?” Well, I hear you and I get it. James is telling us to rejoice during our times of struggle because this faith produces perseverance. The Bible teaches us...
- Gratitude
Gratitude Changes Everything
I read this last night and it bears repeating;“We don’t need to see things differently to be grateful; rather, we must be grateful to see things differently.”Wow, I need to read that. You see, God turns our gratitude into goodness, adds peace to our pain, and provides strength in our struggles. G...
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