11.27.2009

Lord,

Thank you for keeping us all safe during this wild time. Please stay with us as we begin our travels in the coming days.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

11.26.2009

Lord,

Have mercy on me, a sinner.

I pray for all the little ones tonight.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

11.25.2009

Lord,

Have mercy on me, a sinner.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

11.24.2009

Prayers for Children

Lord,

This day has flown by. Thank you for letting me get things done. The boys were good and we all managed to smile at one another today. I sent my boy off on an adventure and I pray he is doing OK. There are so many times I would rather just keep him home because no one takes care of him like I do. I know he is probably having a great time and things are fine, but I pray he is OK. I pray for his keeper so she may have strength and patience with him. He can be a handful and I pray she is able to manage. Let them enjoy each other since they may not get many more times like this.

I pray for all the families travelling today and in the coming days. May they drive safe and sure. I pray the kids would have patience, even though they usually do not. I pray they would enjoy the time spent with family. Keep them safe.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

11.23.2009

Prayers

Lord,

Have mercy on me, a sinner.

I am so thankful we were able to comfort our child tonight. You gave me the words and actions to bring him calm. He is your child and you take care of him so well.

I lift up my little guys to you as your children. You care for them and have trusted me to raise them in your way. I pray you would give me the wisdom and strength to raise them in your way. I know I do not always make the right decision and I am grateful for second, third and the five million chances you give me.

I pray for all the families out there that do not have enough during this season. Lord, if there is a way for me to help them I will. The idea of kids going hungry makes my stomach churn. Show me the way to help them.

Lord, I pray for my job situation. I feel like some leads are starting to pop up, but nothing solid yet. Please help guide me to make wise decisions.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.

11.22.2009

Prayers

God,

Have mercy on me, a sinner.

I learned this prayer today and I think it is a really good one. It sort of takes out all the false words and leaves the simple truth. I, as we all are, am a sinner. I ask for Mercy. You are so great I have no words. I am but a sinner.

As I say this over and over I hope to quiet my mind from the garbage that clouds up my thoughts. I hope what is left is a quiet space for you to fill. My prayer is for me to know you are here and be open to what you are calling me to do.

I pray you would give me direction. I feel out of sorts and blah. I feel so low, but I am trying to look to you and have faith in you. I know you will lead me if only I would listen.

I pray for my big guy tonight. He got bonked in the face and I ask that you would be with him to get some rest and heal his wounds. I pray nothing serious is wrong. I also pray for the little one. He is still not totally healthy. I ask that you give him strength to make it through the days ahead so he may enjoy the wonderful blessings in the next week.

I pray all these things in Jesus Christ, Amen.

11.21.2009

Prayers

Lord,

I thank you for today. I got to spend some quality time with my oldest. Those times remind just how special he is and just how crazy about him I am. Day after day I start to lose sight of how special he is and then we share an afternoon or even a moment together and it comes crashing into my heart how much I love him. You gave me to wonderful kids. They both have their moments, but you must have known what you were doing when you gave them to me. I learn so much from them. I hope they learn something from me other than how to get upset. They are sweet, loving and smart guys. Thank you so much for giving me time to remind myself and appreciate them.

I pray that all parents would stop and realize just how wonderful their kids are. I pray that if they cannot see it, they would get the help they need. Maybe they just need some time away to re-charge. Maybe they need to get some serious help. I ask that you be with them and touch their hearts so they may see their child(ren) for what they are, your children.

We are all given such a wonderful gift. A baby to take care of. Your children.

In Jesus Christ, Amen.