A Prayer for Today: December 19, 2008

Precious Lord:

I am reminded of Mary’s song:

"And Mary said:
' My soul magnifies the Lord,
And my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior.
For He has regarded the lowly state of His maidservant;
For behold, henceforth all generations will call me blessed.
For He who is mighty has done great things for me,
And holy is His name'."

We do not need to be special or rich or exceptional for God to use us in mighty ways. Mary, a humble maidservant, was chosen by God to bear the Savior of the world. I am encouraged, Lord, when I read this passage of Scripture. I am certain that You are no respector of people and that you can take each of our humble lives and use it for mighty purposes in Your Kingdom. We bow before You this very night, humbled in Your presence, seeking Your anointing on our own lives, so that we might be used for Your purposes and plans. Purpose in our hearts and spirits that we be yielded to the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

The celebration of Christ’s birthday is fast approaching. Prompt us to pause and reflect on the true meaning of this most holy time of year. Help us not to be consumed by the demands and hecticness of the holidays.

We are full of heartfelt praises this week. We are grateful for each day you grant to us; for each breath of air with which You fill our lungs; for each beat of our hearts; and for the privilege to celebrate the wonderment of Your Son’s birth once again. Let us never take a breath for granted, Father.

Hearts are in need of mending. From a spiritual perspective, I ask that You touch hearts in need of a Savior. Send laborers into the lives of our unsaved loved ones, friends, and co-workers. Soften those hearts and open their minds and lives to receive Your gift of salvation. Hearts are broken physically and in need of a touch. I ask for a special healing touch on our own daughter’s heart as she returns to her cardiologist on Monday.

I love You, Father. You are my everything. Thank You for hearing each and every prayer and answering each prayer in the way that You know is best. We continue to trust in You alone.
In Jesus’ Precious Name I pray. Amen.