Thursday, January 23, 2020
Good morning, Jesus.
Lord, I don’t know another way to pray. All I have to off you are ordinary, plain-Jane words. When I read the Psalms, the writers used such magnificent, flowery words to honor you. Their words still resonate from pulpits every Sunday around the world. I feel my simple prayers aren’t worthy to be heard. How can my praise be pleasing to you when I’m limited in education and vocabulary? Your Spirit then reminds me you’re not impress with fancy, flowery words. You rebuked the Pharisees and religious leaders for saying long, lengthy scripted prayers laced with religious words to appear super-pious but their hearts were filled with darkness. Instead, you look at the sincerity of our heart. Simple prayers like “Lord, save me!” or “Lord I believe, but help my unbelief,” are welcomed in your presence. But the one sincere prayer you always hear and answer is: “Lord, be merciful to me, a sinner!” I couldn’t be plainer.
We offer our simple prayers for our family and friends who battle illness or live with afflictions. Some are battling mental issues, depression, fear and anxiety that leave them unable to function in life. We pray you will intervene and answer our simple prayer, “Lord heal them. Make them well, Let their faith be enough and bring them healing and wellness. And when their faith is weak, may our faith stand in the gap for them.” We pray especially for those who are battling the flu this season. According to your power, we pray the flu bug is smashed under your feet. as your Word says all things are under your feet (Matthew 2:44).
Forgive our sins, heal our nation, spark a spiritual renewal in each of us to live by biblical principles.
Simply, “Thank you, Jesus.” Amen.
THANKFUL 
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