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Rise to the Occasion

  The fastest way to rise to an occasion is to kneel down in prayer.     Philippians 4:6-7 (MSG) Don’t fret or worry. Instead of worrying, pray. Let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers, letting God know … Continue reading

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Pray for Work

Ephesians 4:11-12 (NLT) Now these are the gifts Christ gave to the church: the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, and the pastors and teachers. Their responsibility is to equip God’s people to do his work and build up the church, … Continue reading

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Simple Prayers Work

  God isn’t impressed by long, fancy words. Short, simple prayers from a sincere heart are perfect. 

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Prayer Is Work

    “Prayer is . . . climbing up to the heart of God.” Martin Luther (1483-1546)   Climbing is work. Let’s get started.

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Work at Prayer

  Practice may not make prayer perfect, but practice makes it better. That’s why so many senior saints pray so well.

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Prayer at Work

    Do you pray while you’re on the job?   I pray the work day will soon be over I pray for my coworkers I pray for our customers Who’s got time to pray? Sometimes we divide our lives … Continue reading

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Shelter the Recovery with Prayer

  Historic high waters have devastated Nebraska, Iowa and beyond. NCN News words it well:   “Please pray for those who are suffering in the aftermath of this storm and flooding. Pray for those who have lost livestock, livelihoods, homes, … Continue reading

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My Green Prayer

  Almighty God, I know my actions won’t make or break the planet. But I want to take good care of it, out of gratitude and respect for the wonders of your creation.

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When I Hear “Not Now”

  Oh Lord, I want instant answers. I try to trust your “Not now,” but deep down I’m whining, “I want it, and I want it now!” Grant me patience (and I want it now).

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Election Prayers

  Do you pray for elections?     I pray that my candidates win I pray that Christian candidates win I pray that God’s will be done The Bible tells us that God worked through Egyptian Pharaohs, Babylonian kings and … Continue reading

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