Romans 12:12 ~ Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.

When you truly love someone, you want to build a deeper relationship with that person. Long walks and talks sound appealing and things like baking cookies help us bond stronger with that loved one. The point of prayer is to build a deeper relationship with Christ. Even though the Lord knows everything before we kneel as His Throne of Grace, prayer is a way to acknowledge our need of dependence on Him. God is sovereign no matter the situation, time, or place and through His Will, He answers our prayers. Not always the way we think is good or right but in a way that will bring us closer to Him. It also shows a reminder that it would be a disaster if we always did get what we asked for! His wisdom and perspective is far greater than ours we can take hope "for all things work together for good to those who love God and are called according to His Purpose." (Romans 8:28)

I encourage you to rest in His Salvation and Grace! He is our strong tower and fortress in the day of trouble. Our Hope and Trust stands in His Unfailing Love. His works are wondrous and seeing them should cause us to want to fall on our knees and praise Him for His Goodness. He is sufficient for us and our strength. May this remind us of our hard hearts and our need for a Savior alone to the road of redemption.

We serve the Creator of the Universe! Come, let us praise His Name together...

Praising the Lord that loved me, a sinner needing His Grace alone for forgiveness,
Jessie