Have you ever been frustrated with not receiving an answer to your praying? How do you know when to keep praying or accept the fact that things are not going to change? The disciples were in dispute, perhaps arguing, according to Mark. We are t given all the details, but they needed Jesus. How many times have you and I been in a tight spot, desperately needing His presence? I’ve had several times when I’ve drifted into my own self sufficiency, hitting the wall of my own independence. Maybe be reminded by the disciples to not rely on our own confidence.
“Jesus’ relationship with God the Father is, of course, absolutely unique, but experientially we are invited into the same intimacy with Father God that he knew while here in the flesh. We are encouraged to crawl into the Father’s lap and receive his love and comfort and healing and strength. We can laugh, and we can weep, freely and openly. We can be hugged and find comfort in his arms. And we can worship deep within our spirit.” - Excerpt From ‘Prayer’ by Richard Foster
“Holy Lens prayer:
Forgive me Lord for twisting your words into a formula that depends on what I attempt to do, rather than what you have already done for me. This robs me of the joy I find in fully knowing, yielding and trusting your works over mine. As I read your instruction to “Be not wise in my own eyes, to fear the Lord and to turn away from evil”, I am reminded that I cannot find wisdom in myself, but only in you. Help me to wait on you, to trust and acknowledge your perfect, holy and righteous ways. Thank you Lord for these beautiful promises. I desire to love you with all of my heart, and trust that you to direct my paths. May I seek you in the morning and learn to walk in your ways. I thank you for your abundant wisdom, understanding and blessings to me.” - Excerpt, The Narrow Path by Rich Villodas
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