Rhythms of Grace

Dear Praying Friends,

The last couple of days I have felt the Lord saying, “Be strong and courageous. Fear not.” I have learned that the only way to do that is to spend time meditating in His Word and spending quiet time in prayer. Let’s keep praying for Nation and for neighbor. Jesus is Lord!

Wednesday, July 16, 2025: Psalm 91:5-6

Prayer Pointer:  Nothing but encouragement can come to us as we dwell upon the faithful dealing of our Heavenly Father in centuries gone by. Faith in God has not saved people from hardships and trials, but it has enabled them to bear tribulations courageously and to emerge victoriously. – Lee Roberson

Prayer Fuel: Lord, help me to not fear the darkness because there is nothing there that You have not already overcome. Turn on Your light, Lord, in the dark places of my life and let me see everything from Your perspective. (add your own prayers here) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD! HELP US TO THRIVE IN 2025 AND FILL US WITH HOPE AGAIN!

Think/Journal/Apply: Identify your fears and give them one by one to the Lord.

Worship Song for Today: I love this! Be Strong and Courageous

For more prayer “fuel” for your summer months: Summer “Pray and Play” prayer calendar

Praying, praying, praying…Gina

Dear Praying Friends,

Since the beginning of this year the Lord has instructed me to “wait and watch.” Everyday I could be tossed around and have “knee-jerk” reactions to things that I hear or read. But when I am tempted to be anxious, I can sense the Holy Spirit saying, “take a breath and calm down.” Are you spending enough time listening for His still small voice? Let’s keep praying for Nation and for neighbor.

Tuesday, July 15, 2025: Psalm 91:3-4

Prayer Pointer: You may not feel prominent in the body of Christ, but you are significant. In Christ’s body, there are many parts, but everybody’s needed. We all have work to do! -Rick Warren

Prayer Fuel: Lord, thank You for being my shield. Protect me and my brothers and sisters from the evil one. You are the faithful refuge for those who trust in You. (add your own prayers here) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD! HELP US TO THRIVE IN 2025 AND FILL US WITH HOPE AGAIN!

Think/Journal/Apply: How can I be more intentional about reflecting God’s glory in my daily life? 

As You Have Time: Think about this: “When you go through a trial, the sovereignty of God is the pillow upon which you lay your head.” ~Charles Spurgeon

Worship Song for Today: Doxology (take a moment to worship)

For more prayer “fuel” for your summer months: Summer “Pray and Play” prayer calendar

Praying, praying, praying…Gina

Dear Praying Friends,

For more than 5 years now, almost daily, I have met with a faithful group of prayer warriors to spend 15 minutes reading Psalm 91 and praying together. There have been a few times when I have been unable to join, but the call has continued even when I was not there. We started to meet in 2020 when the pandemic was keeping many of us out of church and we just never stopped. It has been a huge blessing for me.

Recently the word “dwells” in Psalm 91:1 stood out to me. “Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” I asked God what “dwells” really means and found out that the Hebrew world is “yo-shev.” One of the definitions is “to sit.”

This really ministered to me as I pictured myself “sitting” with God in companionship and love. I encourage you to read Psalm 91 over these next days with me and to pray as the Holy Spirit leads.

And if you would ever like to join my little prayer group, you would be welcome. We meet 365 days a year for just 15 minutes. You can learn more about how to join us here. If you’d just like to listen in, type *6 after joining the call.

Let’s keep praying, friends…God loves us and He hears us.

Monday, July 14, 2025: Psalm 91:1-2

Prayer Pointer: Being still is actually a courageous act of faith, making space for God to show up and show off His power. -Our Daily Verse

Prayer Fuel: Lord, help me and my brothers and sisters everywhere to truly dwell in Your presence. You are our refuge and our fortress. Help us to trust more deeply in You today. (add your own prayers here) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD! HELP US TO THRIVE IN 2025 AND FILL US WITH HOPE AGAIN!

Think/Journal/Apply: How does the promise of God’s future glory change the way I see my current hardships?

As You Have Time: God’s Protective Care~Chuck Swindoll

Worship Song for Today: Before the Throne of God Above

For more prayer “fuel” for your summer months: Summer “Pray and Play” prayer calendar

Praying, praying, praying…Gina

Dear Praying Friends, We are coming to the end of a very painful week, and yet we are still here on Planet Earth. Jesus hasn’t come to take us home which indicates that He still has work for us to do here. As we push through the pain, I can hear Him saying, “I understand…don’t give up…I’m here.” Take a moment and listen for His still, small voice in the midst of this world’s noise. It’s there if we will but listen. Let’s keep praying…

Friday, July 10, 2025: Hebrews 10:23-25

Prayer Pointer: Your battles may be real, but they are not the final word. In Christ, you are more than a conqueror. So today, whatever you’re facing, face it with the confidence of one who knows the war has already been won. You are fighting from victory, not for it. Today, let this truth be your strength and your song. -Our Daily verse

Prayer Fuel: Lord, help us to spur one another on in love and good deeds. When one is down, send someone to lift them up. Help us to find good, life giving places to assemble in prayer and the study of Your Word and to encourage each other to hold on in hope. (add your own prayers here) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD! HELP US TO THRIVE IN 2025 AND FILL US WITH HOPE AGAIN!

Think/Journal/Apply: How can I lean on Jesus’ strength to fight my battles?

As You Have Time: How I Almost Quit–John Piper

Worship Song for Today: One Day At A Time

For more prayer “fuel” for your summer months: Summer “Pray and Play” prayer calendar

I don’t post on weekends and I hope you will take some time to rest. Next post will be Monday, July 14, at midnight.

Praying, praying, praying…Gina

Dear Praying Friends, I was part of a very powerful prayer time this week that had only 3 of us. Scripture tells us, “For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” Matthew 18:20. If you are in a church or Bible Study where there is no prayer, I encourage you to begin praying together. You don’t need a big group. Come to Him with sincere hearts and He will meet with you. Let’s keep praying!

Thursday, July 10, 2025: 1 Peter 1:3

Prayer Pointer: “Because Jesus is human, he understands you. Because he is divine, he can help you. He is uniquely positioned to carry us home.”
― Max Lucado, Unshakable Hope: Building Our Lives on the Promises of God

Prayer Fuel: Lord, I thank You for causing me to have a new birth into Your living hope. Help me to truly walk there, talk there, live there. Help me to show others the way there. You are the way! (add your own prayers here) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD! HELP US TO THRIVE IN 2025 AND FILL US WITH HOPE AGAIN!

Think/Journal/Apply: Write a favorite scripture in your journal and then add thoughts about how the Holy Spirit is speaking.

As You Have Time: Take time to pray for the FAMILIES of our Nation. Is there a family in your community that you can encourage?

Worship Song for Today: Hills and Valleys

For more prayer “fuel” for your summer months: Summer “Pray and Play” prayer calendar

Praying, praying, praying…Gina

Dear Praying Friends, Pressing on in prayer is one of the most difficult things we can do. I find that God often calls me to the hardest places to pray for His Kingdom to come. He has told me to ask for His will in all things and I realize that every day I am in a battle with forces that would oppose His Kingdom. I continue today in prayer for our Nation that feels so divided and broken. I ask you to join me in persistent prayer as we pray for renewed hope:

Wednesday, July 9, 2025: Where does my help come from? Psalm 121:1-2

Prayer Pointer: “When a believing person prays, great things happen” (James 5:16 NCV). You are never without hope, because you are never without prayer.”
― Max Lucado, Unshakable Hope: Building Our Lives on the Promises of God

Prayer Fuel: Lord, I declare again that my help comes from You. When I afraid, help me to declare it again: “My help comes from You.” (add your own prayers here) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD! HELP US TO THRIVE IN 2025 AND FILL US WITH HOPE AGAIN!

Think/Journal/Apply: Write a prayer of thanks to God for being your hope and strength no matter what you face.

As You Have Time: Pray for many in your city to know the love of Christ.

Worship Song for Today: His Grace Will Carry You

For more prayer “fuel” for your summer months: Summer “Pray and Play” prayer calendar

Crying and praying, Gina

Dear Praying Friends, Today I was thinking of Max Lucado, a much loved pastor and writer. I have read many of his books and they have provided much hope in my life. Because of that, and because we are pressing into hope again, I thought it would be good to find a powerful quote from Max. I found this image of a lighthouse with his quote. A lighthouse shines the light into the stormy seas. Jesus is our LIGHT. Here is what Max shares:

Tuesday, July 8, 2025: Praying for hope when we feel hopeless…Psalm 145:13

Prayer Pointer: “Jesus, right now, at this moment, in the midst of your storm, is interceding for you. The King of the universe is speaking on your behalf. He is calling out to the heavenly Father. He is urging the help of the Holy Spirit. He is advocating for a special blessing to be sent your way. You do not fight the wind and waves alone. It’s not up to you to find a solution. You have the mightiest Prince and the holiest Advocate standing up for you.”
― Max Lucado, Unshakable Hope: Building Our Lives on the Promises of God

Prayer Fuel: Lord, I am having a hard time believing today. Help my unbelief. Your word tells me that You are trustworthy in all that You do and that You are faithful. Help me, Lord, to believe again! (add your own prayers here) SHOW US YOUR GLORY, LORD! HELP US TO THRIVE IN 2025 AND FILL US WITH HOPE AGAIN!

Think/Journal/Apply: God, when the hard times come, help me to remember ____…

As You Have Time: A prayer request: In September, I am leading a mission team to Washington, DC to join a larger group in prayer at our Nation’s Capital. We are planning to pray with our Congressmen. We are not lobbyists and this is an apolitical gathering. I am humbly asking you to pray for me as I lead and for all who will be traveling. It is a tough time in our Nation and we are taking about 200 prayer warriors to pray. Thank you for praying. ~Gina

Worship Song for Today: Yes…God is the WAYMAKER.

For more prayer “fuel” for your summer months: Summer “Pray and Play” prayer calendar

Crying and praying, Gina

Dear Praying Friends, This is a hard blog post to write because my heart is so heavy with the tragic flooding in Texas. I feel the heaviness of this Nation and this world and I’m sure that you do, too. There are just no words to express the pain that I feel because of the unimaginable loss that so many are experiencing. Texas and our world need our continued prayers. We can be honest with God with our hurts, frustration, confusion, anger…the list goes on and on. He knows all that we are feeling and I believe that we must continue to cry out for His help because He is our only help. Please continue to pray for neighbor and nation…especially Texas.

Monday, July 7, 2025: Praying for hope when we feel hopeless…Psalm 42:11

Prayer Pointer: “Our hope is the anchor in life’s raging seas.”~taken from 80 Christian Quotes to Inspire You Every Day

Prayer Fuel: Lord, You see the hopelessness that we feel. Our hearts are breaking over the tragedies of this broken world. Please comfort in the way that only You can. Protect the 1st responders who are relentlessly working to save lives. Help them to find those who can be rescued. In the heartache of our Nation and especially in Texas, please hold the broken-hearted close to Your heart. In our hopelessness, give us hope. (add your own prayers here) HELP US TO THRIVE IN 2025 AND FILL US WITH HOPE AGAIN!

Think/Journal/Apply: Write a letter to God with your honest feelings at this time.

As You Have Time: Dealing with Deep Grief

Worship Song for Today: Feeling hopeless? This song ministered to me. Into the Sea (It’s Gonna Be Ok)

For more prayer “fuel” for your summer months: Summer “Pray and Play” prayer calendar

Crying and praying, Gina

Dear Praying Friends~ As we celebrate the birth of our Nation, let’s make it about more than hot dogs, fireworks, fun activities. Our nation needs so much prayer. I’m keeping today’s post very simple. This is prayer for our Nation written by the Rev. Billy Graham. It is still as pertinent today as when he wrote it on the National Day of Prayer in 2001.

Our Father and Our God, We praise You for Your goodness to our nation, giving us blessings far beyond what we deserve.

Yet we know all is not right with America. We deeply need a moral and spiritual renewal to help us meet the many problems we face.

Convict us of sin. Help us to turn to You in repentance and faith. Set our feet on the path of Your righteousness and peace.

We pray today for our nation’s leaders. Give them the wisdom to know what is right, and the courage to do it.

You have said, “Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord.” May this be a new era for America, as we humble ourselves and acknowledge You alone as our Savior and Lord.

This we pray in Your holy name, Amen

For more prayer “fuel” for your summer months: Summer “Pray and Play” prayer calendar

Blessings to each of you, Gina

Dear Praying Friends,

On Thursday, July 3, I invite you to join others in prayer on our National Line:

Thank you for your continued prayers for nation and neighbor. I also invite you to join me in a new theme for July:

Thursday, July 3, 2025: Two verses to give hope: 1 Corinthians 13:13, Jeremiah 29:11

Prayer Pointer: “Where there’s hope, there’s light.”~taken from 80 Christian Quotes to Inspire You Every Day

Prayer Fuel: Lord, thank You for Your continuing hope in these trying times. I am grateful that I am not alone but You are with me. You know the plans that You have for me and I know that Your plans are best. Inspire my brothers and sisters everywhere to ask You to reveal Your plans for them so that each of us will be aligned in Your will for us. (add your own prayers here) HELP US TO THRIVE IN 2025 AND FILL US WITH HOPE AGAIN!

Think/Journal/Apply: How can I practically remind myself to look to God first in challenging situations?

As You Have Time: The next Annual National Day of Prayer is on Thursday, May 7, 2026. We don’t just pray one day a year and so today consider taking a few moments to pray for the CHURCH. If you’d like to receive the weekly newsletter regarding the National Day of Prayer, you can fill out the contact form here.

Worship Song for Today: Jesus Is

For more prayer “fuel” for your summer months: Summer “Pray and Play” prayer calendar

Blessings to each of you, Gina