Thursday, March 19, 2009

A Prayer for Today: March 19, 2009

Dear Heavenly Father,

Praise the Lord! For it is good to sing praises to our God; for it is pleasant and praise is beautiful (Psalm 147). It is a privilege to present our praises to You, Lord. In the darkest hours, always remind us to praise You. The garment of praise will always lift the spirit of heaviness from our hearts.

Forgive us, Father, for we have sinned. We know that we can never live perfect lives and that we will fail You. Yet we rejoice today, knowing that You are always willing to forgive us when we are repentant. Forgive our thoughts, words, and actions that have not lived up to Your standards for Your children. Cleanse us, O Lord and make us pure.

Our hearts are concerned for Dr. Hamblin. We lift him and his family to You, Lord. You know precisely what they are in need of at this moment. If it be healing, relief from pain, comfort, encouragement, hope, or joy, we ask that you provide their specific needs. He has been a faithful, generous servant and has helped so many people, I know that You are near to Him and able to meet all his needs “according to Your glorious riches in Christ Jesus”.

Bring closure and elimination of these serious infections I am battling. We ask Your protection and healing over the lives of all of our family members. Grant them strength as they walk this battle with me. Open the eyes of our nation, so that Your truth is revealed in the midst of much deception.

I rejoice that in the midst of our most challenging life events, You are nearby. You understand when we tremble with fear or have concerns during the night. You break the chains that try to imprison us. You bring joy in the midst of the storms of life. You are ever present and ever faithful. Thank You for being our Savior.

In Jesus’ Name I pray and believe. Amen.

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