somebody's praying

Over 10 years ago I was at a pastor’s retreat and met a singer who shared a song that has stuck with me.  It’s not one of those normal songs I would like, but it has stuck with me. 

The words are powerful and the truth is something we all need.  Because of where I am in life and what my family is dealing with through my mom’s sickness this song has come up again.  Over the last few weeks I have had notes from people all over the place, had people stop me about everywhere I went and simply said a few words … I am praying for your mom and your family.  That is a big deal.  I am grateful.

Allen Asbury and his song "Somebody's Praying Me Through" touched my heart...

Pressing over me like a big blue sky

I know someone has me on their heart tonight

That's why I know it's gonna be alright

'Cause somebody's praying me through

Somebody's praying me through

It may be my Mother, it might be my Dad

Or an old friend I've forgot I had

But whoever it is I'm so glad that

Somebody's praying me through

Somebody's praying me through

Through the tears, through the rain

Through the sorrow, through the pain

It keeps bringing me through

Over and over again

So when you're drowning in a sea of hurt

And it feels like life couldn't get any worse

Thats a blessing waiting to push back the curse

'Cause somebody's praying you through

Somebody's praying you through

Someone got down on their knees and prayed for me

Somebody's, somebody's praying you through

I am thankful for every prayer, every act of compassion and for how God uses His word, songs, friends, sunrises and so much more to remind all of us of His presence in all situations.

James 5:16  NASB

Therefore, confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another so that you may be healed. The effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much.

Philippians 1:4  NASB

always offering prayer with joy in my every prayer for you all,

Do for others what they have done for you.  Pray for them.  Do what others can’t do for themselves sometimes.  Pray for them.  If you can’t do any thing else, pray.  If you can do something else, still pray.

I am grateful that many are praying us through.

I am praying for:

Many people who are on my mind this morning.  Mom is in a great hospice home in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and I am glad I can spend time with her.  Please continue to pray for her, my dad and our family.