Sunday, October 30, 2011

let’s pray…

no doubt there are people reading this who are overwhelmed.  you may be overwhelmed by fatigue – you’re really tired.  you may be overwhelmed by loneliness and there’s an ache inside your heart.  or any other number of things that could be overwhelming.  regardless.  let go of control, let other people help, let GOD give you strength.

if you will do these three things, you will find yourself developing the attitude of micah.  micah was an old testament prophet and he went through a period of despair and he said this: micah 7.1 & 7 (msg),   i’m overwhelmed with sorrow, sunk in a swamp of despair.  but me, i’m not giving up.  i’m sticking around to see what GOD will do.  i’m waiting for GOD to make things right.

let’s pray,

FATHER, i pray for those here on the front porch today who feel overwhelmed.  overwhelmed with responsibilities, time demands, deadlines, weighed down by worries, plagued by problems.  help them to experience new strength and energy today.

now you pray this prayer in your heart, in your mind.  “FATHER, i know i need to stop trying to control the uncontrollable.  it’s a waste of time.  so right now, once again, i’m letting go.  i’m asking you to take charge of the situation and take control of my life.  JESUS, i need you in my life.  forgive me for all the times i act like it all depends on me.  it doesn’t.  help me to let go of my pride and allow other people to help me.  i want to be connected to your family so i can receive support and i can give it to others.  help me to remember to praise you and to think about your word when i feel overwhelmed.  in JESUS’ name I pray.  amen.” 

just a thought from the front porch…

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