When we begin to know Jesus better our
lives can begin to be transformed more and more into His likeness. Our very
being will be changed – we will act differently and treat people differently –
we will think differently.
Paul ends the 2nd chapter
of 1st Corinthians with these words…. But we have the
mind of Christ. (1Co 2:16 CSB)
That means you have a self-emptying mind - in
other words you put others before self, like Jesus did.
Remember, some
of the best prayers are simple prayers – maybe just one or two sentences... that
can be a good place to start.
Too many times we pray
just when we want something or we’re scared about something… but we need to
remember to always give thanks and pray for others. We need to give thanks to
God on a daily basis… Think about it for a minute – maybe the greatest gift we
have as followers of Jesus is the peaceful presence of God – we need be
thankful for that on a daily basis.
Here's a simple, but caring prayer to help you get started (insert the name of whoever is on your mind):
Dear Father,
thank you for loving us and for always being there for us. Please be with
_______________ today because I
know they are struggling.
In Jesus' name, amen.
17 Pray constantly.
18 Give thanks in everything, for this is God's will for you in
Christ Jesus.
(1Th 5:17-18 CSB)
The journey
continues,
Paul.
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