Dear God, I walk down paths of pessimism. I drive down streets of despair. But I know Hope is on His way. I receive criticism from others and others don’t listen to me. I respond with indifference and apathy. But…
I love Thanksgiving. Food, fall, family, friends, and football. I always take some time to be grateful. One of the things I’m thankful for is you! Thanks for being part of my life. The following prayer is from Prayers from…
Dear God, Sometimes life works out as I plan. Sometimes life takes me on a detour. I’m grateful when plans become reality and dreams come true. I’m also grateful for Your presence and guidance when I’m on a detour. I…
Dear God, We thank You for all the saints who have gone before us. For the saints we personally knew; the ones who loved us and invested in us. And for those saints who have inspired the masses; the ones…
This Sunday, I will be talking about living in an age of distraction. I encourage you to pray this prayer to prepare for worship on Sunday. Dear God, I’m distracted. Distracted by comparison. Distracted by worry. Connected to computers and…
This week’s message at The Water’s Edge is about comparison and how it effects us spiritually, emotionally, and relationally. The following is from Prayers Fom The Water’s Edge. I encourage you to pray it this week as WE prepare to…
This week’s message is about people pleasing and seeking approval from others. Being absorbed with what others think about you is quickest and most effective way to disregard what God believes about you. But what if our lives were more…
This was the second to last prayer I wrote for Prayers from The Water’s Edge. It was written here: A park Kierkegaard would have walked through. The following is my translation of seven of Søren Kierkegaard’s prayers. I made…
So I finished “Prayers from The Water’s Edge” today and sent it to the editor. I wrote this one, number 100, last night and this morning. If you have children, I encourage you to give it a try and let…
Dear God, It is a new day. One You have made. I am so grateful for this life You are giving me! Let me see today’s possibilities. Fill me with faith and joy. I pray for focus when You want…