what's on your mind?

Psalm 69:13 NLT

But I keep praying to you, Lord, hoping this time you will show me favor. In your unfailing love, O God, answer my prayer with your sure salvation.

What’s on your mind? So that I know what you are praying for.

You know it is like that credit card that always ends with that saying, “what’s in your wallet?” You need that card. It keeps you going and provides when nothing else can. We know that is not the case, but that phrase caught my attention and maybe your’s too.

What’s on your mind?

Thanks for asking because it is a lot. So many people going through tough times that would stretch anyone. So many dealing with situations that are out of their control and need the work of God in their lives.

I read a story yesterday of how some Christian workers in the Ukraine continue to meet needs and are making a difference. Pray for open communication between those who are in need and those who are able to help. Pray for an end to conflict and salvation for those who don’t know God.

This week is one set aside by one of our mission partners, North American Mission Board, as a week of prayer. The first day they encourages people to pray for missionaries across North America and those who are lost. The second day we were asked to pray for a couple planting a church in a middle America city, St. Louis and Faith Community Bible Church being planted by Michael and Traci Byrd, asking that God open doors in their neighborhood and hearts to come to know Christ.

What’s on your mind? Might be better to ask what is in your heart. Because what is in my heart is what I end up praying for the most.

Family. My wife and kids. The church, it’s growth and the completion of the new campus. Friends who are going through tremendous struggles.

Join me in spending some time today praying for. What’s on your mind?

James 5:16 NASB

Therefore, confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another so that you may be healed. A prayer of a righteous person, when it is brought about, can accomplish much.

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