Our Source of Strength

Matthew 26:41
"Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the body is weak."


Heavenly Father,

You were. You are. You will be. I thank you that I can count on you to be the consistent source of strength for my life. It is easier to give in to temptation, but it is much better in the long run to avoid temptation. The flesh is weak, but it must reap the consequences of it’s actions. Help me to learn how to depend on you and avoid traps and pitfalls that are placed in front of me. The devil is crafty, but greater is He that is in me than he that is in the world.

The youth yard sale is this weekend. I pray that the weather is nice. It is calling for rain. I know that you are the one who commands the wind. The rain is good, but perhaps it could come in the night or later in the day. That would help with the special Olympics as well.

There are so many around me who are hurting physically. Patrick and April both have problems with their feet. Faye has an ongoing problem with her foot and knee. Patrick needs insurance, so he can get some relief from the pain he is feeling in his shoulder, hands and feet. I pray that you would help him find a job that provides insurance or more hours where he is, so he can get insurance there. I continue to pray for Taz and Pat. I pray you would give them grace as they go through this trying time. Help the doctors diagnose her quickly and get started on treatment. Be with Travis and Stephanie and their family as they have faced a number of physical setbacks in the last few months. I pray your protection around them from any further injuries or illness.

I pray for Allan as he faces some serious decisions. I pray that as you answer the questions he is facing, that you would keep Kathy, the girls and the rest of the family in mind. I pray that the decisions that are made will be a great thing for everyone. I pray you would open doors and windows as you see fit. I pray you would give them all peace (Ginge included!) as they go through this uncertainty. I pray for his church as they are going through a transition period. I pray that there would be a wealth of wisdom for all involved.

I thank you for my family and friends. I pray that you would help me to be a blessing to them each day. I pray that we would be an encouragement to each other to grow closer to you.

I pray all this in Jesus name and for his sake!
Amen