Power to Overcome: April 2010

Mission Statement

The purpose of this blog is to offer up prayers to the Lord most High. His name will be lifted up and every knee will bow and confess that he Jesus Christ is Lord to the glory of God. The prayers offered do not necessarily reflect any life struggle related to the blogger himself. Rather they are merely prayers from the heart that you may use in your quiet time when you just don't know what to pray. It is at our lowest point that we can lose the desire or ability to simply breath a prayer. These are the moments when we sometimes choose to give up and think God is not listening. My hope is that in those moments or any moment that these prayers will give a voice to your pain. A lyric to your lifesong. A light in the darkness. A simple reminder that God Cares.

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

A.C.T.S.

I thought I would post a favorite prayer model. I have found this useful in structuring my prayer time to include and prioritize all elements of a good prayer life.
A stands for Adoration. During this portion one simply wants to worship God for who he is not necessarily for what he's done.
C stands for confession. In this portion it is important to be specific. Telling God all of the times you have broken his commandments throughout the day. This can be painful, but before moving on make sure this is complete. Unrepented sin can cause a barrier between you and the Father.
T stands for thanksgiving. This is another time to slow down and take the time to list everything you are thankful for. Many find that a prayer journal can be very helpful in this part of our prayer life. We don't always remember things, but if we jot them down throughout the day we can be sure to give God glory in our quiet time.
S stands for supplication. This is the time to present our requests to God. The word of God is clear that he is touched with the feelings of our weaknesses. I want to encourage you though to beware of be self centered at this moment. It is important to take your burdens to him, but we must also bear one another's burdens and that means pray for others first and then for yourself.

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Worry

Almighty God today I feel worried. Worried that any day now one mistake may cause all of my shortcomings to come to light all at once. The fear consumes me and distracts me from my mission in life which is to shine for you. I trust your ability to help me overcome this worry, but I still can't let it go. God PLEASE take away this thorn in my flesh. I need you to re-assure me that you are in control. That all my efforts cannot calm the business of my thoughts. Help me to realize that peace can only be found through a closer walk with you. A surrender to your will and your ways. I release my grip on the future and vow to take each day as a gift from you. Please forgive me for leaving you out of my everyday life. I am yours Lord. Your servant is waiting. Speak oh Lord to my soul. I now commit to you to sit silent and listen to your Holy Spirit. (At this point Child of God Literally sit in silence with no distractions and wait before the Lord 5 mins minimum or more) Thank You Lord for speaking to my heart. I accept your will and by your power I will overcome In Jesus Name AMEN