Pray with Gratitude

Charles Swindoll said “There is no more significant involvement in another’s life than prevailing, consistent prayer. It is more helpful than a gift of money, more encouraging than a strong sermon, more effective than a compliment, more reassuring than a physical embrace.”

How many times do we look at a day ahead or a circumstance and try to “figure out” how we are going to make it work. Imagine me – a creation – thinking I can even see all of the opportunities, tools, etc. available to me…. When all along the Creator Himself has told us – you have not because you ask not. He makes all things work together for good for those who love Him. That’s ALL things. So while prayer is not tangible, it’s the most awesome way we can contribute to another’s well being. God in His amazing love, power and kingdom has ALL – THAT’S EVERYTHING at His fingertips and His plans are far greater for us than we perceive or dare to dream.

So – open your heart, mind and soul. Close your eyes for a moment and remember your dream. Now – lay it at His feet with joy and gratitude…. And watch with wonder as He honors each step in faith as you walk toward the dream He has given you.

Blessings upon blessings to you today… and pray!

Celebrate today - Renew!

He has risen!! He has risen indeed!!

What a wonderful way to start this week, celebrating new, redeemed life and our risen LORD.
It is through our LORD, Who has concurred all things - even death, that we are able to do all things. As the flowers bloom around us, let us take their lead and bloom - open wide and live OUT LOUD reaching for the stars with arms wide open and spilling forth with the love that is overflowing from the Creator and Savior who first loved us.

(Philippians 4:13) I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.

So, with this knowledge in hand and in our hearts, go forth and take a step in faith - a step in renewal. God bless you greatly this week!