Dear Praying Friends! Do you ever feel “stuck”? Wondering which way to turn in times of trial? This past week, I read Psalm 69 and found that David felt the same way. I love the fact that in the midst of his struggles, David still recalls that God is good. In Psalm 69:16 he says, “Answer me, Lord,for your faithful love is good. In keeping with your abundant compassion, turn to me.” In the midst of our difficulties, let’s focus this week on the goodness of God. And let’s keep praying, Show us Your Glory, Lord…as we steward Your gifts! Pray on, saints!~ Gina
Announcement: National Day of Prayer is Thursday, May 2, 2024. Prayer gatherings will be held nationwide. I encourage you to find a group to pray with or to take some moments on the day to pray individually. May His Kingdom come and His will be done in the USA and the world! To find resources and events, go here.
Monday, April 15, 2024: Read Psalm 69:1-3, Psalm 27:13
Prayer Pointer: “To be a Christian without prayer is no more possible than to be alive without breathing.” – Martin Luther
Prayer “Fuel”:
Lord, as we continue in prayer today, help me and all my brothers and sisters across this world to look to You in our times of difficulties. Help us to run to You and and not away from You. You are good and Your mercies endure forever! Even in the midst of difficulties, help us to remain faithful in the work You give us to do! (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE STEWARD YOUR GIFTS!
Think/Journal/Apply:
Worry or faith–which do I have?
As You Have Time:
Worship Song for Today: Goodness of God
Tuesday, April 16, 2024: Read Psalm 69:4-6, Romans 12:2
Prayer Pointer:
“Prayer is not asking. Prayer is putting oneself in the hands of God, at His disposition, and listening to His voice in the depth of our hearts.” – Mother Teresa
Prayer “Fuel”:
Lord, Just like David, I need to take an honest inventory of my life and humbly ask for Your forgiveness when I sin. Help me to not be a stumbling block to others who are also seeking You. Help us to seek You wholeheartedly. Help us to continually discern what is good and pleasing to You. Thank you for loving each of us. Thank You for loving the whole world! May today be the day of salvation for many people in Egypt! Help the missionaries there to boldly share their faith. And help each of us to be Your voice to this world. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE STEWARD YOUR GIFTS!
Think/Journal/Apply:
Do I desire holiness or give in to despair?
As You Have Time:
Read: Praising God’s Goodness
Wednesday, April 17, 2024: Read Psalm 69:7-9, Psalm 23:6
Prayer Pointer: “God speaks in the silence of the heart. Listening is the beginning of prayer.” – Mother Teresa
Prayer “Fuel”:
Lord, I know that when I am zealous for Your causes there will be difficulty. Help me to stand strong for You. Help my brothers and sisters throughout this world to stand strong for You. Remind me in the difficulties of the promise of Psalm 23:6…Your goodness and love follow me all the days of my life. Thank You! Help us all to be faithful to Your Kingdom purposes today and every day! (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE STEWARD YOUR GIFTS!
Think/Journal/Apply:
What personal inadequacies can I give to God today?
As You Have Time:
Read: Followed By His Goodness
Thursday, April 18, 2024: Read Psalm 69:10-12, Ephesians 4:32
Prayer Pointer:
“Prayer makes a godly man, and puts within him the mind of Christ, the mind of humility, of self-surrender, of service, of pity, and of prayer. If we really pray, we will become more like God, or else we will quit praying.” – E.M. Bounds
Prayer “Fuel”:
Lord, even amid hardship and insults, help me and my brothers and sisters to cling to You. You told us that in this world we will have trouble. (John 16:33) But You have also assured us that You have overcome the world and that we are overcomers because of You! Help us to continue to walk with kindness, compassion, and forgiveness even amid insults. Help us to be faithful to Your Kingdom purposes. (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE STEWARD YOUR GIFTS!
Think/Journal/Apply:
Do I do all to His glory?
As You Have Time:
Read: Compassion Over Bitterness
Friday, April 19, 2024: Read Psalm 69:13-15, Psalm 31:19
Prayer Pointer: “Prayer should not be regarded as a duty which must be performed, but rather as a privilege to be enjoyed, a rare delight that is always revealing some new beauty.” – E.M. Bounds
Prayer “Fuel”:
Lord, since David prays for a time of Your favor in Psalm 69: 13, I ask for Your favor for myself and my brothers and sisters worldwide. Let the good news spread rapidly through us. Open doors supernaturally for us to share in every area of this world. We know that You love the world and that You died to redeem it. May today be the day of salvation for many worldwide. Thank You for the goodness You show us because we put our trust in You. Let us be Your vessels for Kingdom purposes! (add your own prayers) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE STEWARD YOUR GIFTS!
Think/Journal/Apply:
Who should I pray for today?
As You Have Time:
Meditate on the Goodness of God
Worship Song for Today: Jesus, Strong and Kind
Saturday & Sunday, April 20 & 21, 2024: SABBATH
I hope you have enjoyed this week’s posts. If you have missed any, I encourage you to go back and review. Did you have a favorite? Consider praying it again. Take some time to worship and pray with others this weekend if you are able.
Don’t forget:
National Day of Prayer is Thursday, May 2, 2024. Prayer gatherings will be held nationwide. I encourage you to find a group to pray with or to take some moments on the day to pray individually. May His Kingdom come and His will be done in the USA and the world! To find resources and events, go here.
Next Bible/Prayer Prompts will be posted at midnight on Monday, April 22, 2024. Let’s keep praying:
SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD as WE STEWARD YOUR GIFTS!
Rhythms of Grace 