Last night when I went to bed I realized in just a short week's time the intensity of trying to find someone to pray for had overshadowed my focus of praying--to allow God to love on people through me. Lost perspective is not a good thing, especially when you find yourself just checking off your sheet that you did something. But today I was a lot more peaceful about things with the renewed perspective from Day 8 in that it is good to pray for those not only outside of your circle but also those on the inside.
Evening came and I was out walking (picking up cans for Bibles and getting some good exercise) and I still hadn't prayed for anyone. But you know, I was Ok with that. And when I began thinking about who to pray for a name came to mind immediately. It is someone I know who has suffered from heart issues and sleepless nights for as long as I can remember. So I called him on the phone and was able to pray for him. I felt like my desire to allow the Lord to love others through me is starting to come back. I really wanted him to have a peaceful night of rest and I really do hope the Lord touches him. This feels so much better. The way of love is the avenue of peace.
Evening came and I was out walking (picking up cans for Bibles and getting some good exercise) and I still hadn't prayed for anyone. But you know, I was Ok with that. And when I began thinking about who to pray for a name came to mind immediately. It is someone I know who has suffered from heart issues and sleepless nights for as long as I can remember. So I called him on the phone and was able to pray for him. I felt like my desire to allow the Lord to love others through me is starting to come back. I really wanted him to have a peaceful night of rest and I really do hope the Lord touches him. This feels so much better. The way of love is the avenue of peace.
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