Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. – Philippians 2:3 NKJV I come from a long line of caregivers. Auntie Lena never had children of her own, yet she raised my mom and her siblings. My mom took care of myContinue reading “Prayer Devotional: Day 313”
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Prayer Devotional: Day 93
O come, let us worship and bow down: Let us kneel before the LORD our maker. – Psalm 95:6 KJV Yesterday we traveled to Salt Lake City to attend the lighting of Temple Square with several members of the Decker family. The temple itself was under construction and completely covered by scaffolding, so we didn’tContinue reading “Prayer Devotional: Day 93”
Prayer Devotional: Day 83
Look to the Lord and His strength; seek His face always. – 1 Chronicles 16:11 NIV On this Thanksgiving day, we can remember the Lord, and how He gave us strength to overcome everything that we face in life. When we seek Him first, everything else falls in line. Our families, our jobs, and ourContinue reading “Prayer Devotional: Day 83”
Prayer Devotional: Day 82
Build ye houses, and dwell in them; and plant gardens, and eat the fruit of them. – Jeremiah 29:5 KJV As Thanksgiving nears, we have many things to thank God for. Despite the hardships that the pandemic has brought on, so many people have persevered. When we look at our cozy homes and the surroundingContinue reading “Prayer Devotional: Day 82”
Prayer Devotional: Day 47
Keep thy heart with all diligence; For out of it are the issues of life. – Proverbs 4:23 KJV Our hearts reveal a lot about us, both spiritually and physically. When we are not in good health or when we eat too much fast food, our physical health suffers. When we neglect our loved onesContinue reading “Prayer Devotional: Day 47”
Prayer Journal: Day 318
Day 318 “Again, truly I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything they ask for, it will be done for them by my Father in heaven. For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” – Matthew 18:19-20 NIV People seek community. We are notContinue reading “Prayer Journal: Day 318”
Prayer Journal: Day 230
Day 230 But without faith it is impossible to please Him: for he that cometh to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of them that diligently seek Him. – Hebrews 11:6 KJV When we spend time seeking the Lord, He recognizes our time well spent. It pleases God whenContinue reading “Prayer Journal: Day 230”
Prayer Journal: Day 96
Day 96 Be at rest once more, O my soul, for the Lord has been good to you. – Psalm 116:7 NIV Our dishwasher broke last night, and although it took time to hand wash the dishes, my husband helped dry them. Washing dishes in and of itself is like a meditative practice. I couldContinue reading “Prayer Journal: Day 96”
Prayer Journal: Day 88
Day 88 Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and praise His name. – Psalm 100:4 NIV The Lord allows us to bond, even when we are at a distance. We can give thanks for the opportunity to fellowship with family members virtually from the safety of ourContinue reading “Prayer Journal: Day 88”
Prayer Journal: Day 87
Day 87 You are my God, and I will give you thanks; you are my God, and I will exalt you. – Psalm 118:28 NIV All good things come from the Lord. We can be thankful for the blessings He has given us. He gives us health. He gives us life. He gives us familyContinue reading “Prayer Journal: Day 87”
Gina (Akao) Decker 