If only I prayed as much as I read, wrote, cleaned, did laundry, or cooked. Nothing makes me more at peace, more grounded, more joyful as prayer time. I have so many things on my heart today of things we are diligently praying for I decided to record them. I don't often journal my prayers, but every time I do it's so amazing to see how God was working before, during and after my simple human prayers.
1. That Jordan and Cameron would continue to be hungry for the Truth and seek a personal relationship with Jesus.
2. The next two weeks Richard will be out of town for about 10 days. We're super thankful for his job, but things at home aren't the same without Dad. Cameron, especially, needs his presence. Praying for a good two weeks.
3. Erin has submitted all the essays, recommendations, and paperwork to get into the Honors College at UCA. If she makes it through the first process, she'll be called to do an interview. Around 50 students will be ultimately chosen and their school will be paid for. We are praying for the opportunity for Erin to be interviewed.
4. Richard and I have taken on a new role at NLC. It's our first since being there. We're super excited about facilitating the Connect Classes. I am especially excited to have a purpose and a plan. Praying for us to be servants of the One True King and to shine His light through our service.
5. Ryan, Lauren and Katelyn: praying always for their diligence in college classes and the environments they find themselves in. Praying that they stay free from illness. Lauren is sick this week, praying it isn't the flu and that her rest this weekend begins the healing process.
6. Richard is traveling this week. Today he's in Miami, Oklahoma. He'll be in Boulder, San Antonio and Houston later in the week. Prayers for safe travel and successful meetings at the churches he's working in.
7. My event is coming up very soon. in 4 weeks we'll be moving in. I have lots of things to do in order for things to be as prepared as they can before we get there. We're in a new space, actually 3 buildings, and my prayer is for peace and wisdom as I work each day to get things as organized and prepared as I can. God has always blessed what I do, I often let Satan steal some of my security in that.
8. My first speaking engagement is the weekend after my event, March 13-14. I have almost all of my material prepared, but not actually finalized. I'm encouraged by sermons, scripture, and life experiences...because when you're talking on contentment...well, it's easy to see where you fall short. I'm praying for the supernatural wisdom of the Lord to minister through my words that weekend.
9. Feb 4 will be the first meeting of our LIFE GROUP since last year. We've agreed to lead it, but it will be in Rsvl in someone else's home. Praying for authentic relationships.
