Message:
Stay close to God.
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, I come before You today with a heart filled with gratitude and a spirit longing for Your presence. In this fast-paced world, it is all too easy to drift away from You, to become enshrouded in the noise and distractions that surround us. I seek to cultivate a deep and abiding closeness with You, understanding that it is in Your embrace where true peace and joy reside. I ask for Your help in recognizing the moments when I feel distant, the moments when my focus sways, and when my heart feels heavy.
Lord, help me to carve out time in my daily routine to be still before You. In the chaos of life, remind me of the importance of silence—a time to listen to Your gentle whispers that guide my heart and illuminate my path. May I discover that aligning my thoughts with Your word sustains my spirit and refuels my soul. Teach me to seek You not only in the moments of desperation but also in the times of joy and abundance.
Let my heart grow tender toward Your presence, prompting me to turn to You as my first response, rather than a last resort. I pray for clarity in understanding Your will for my life, that I might walk in faith, grounded in the knowledge that You are near. Fill my heart with an insatiable thirst for Your wisdom and love; let my soul be rich with the fruits of the Spirit.
As I navigate through trials and tribulations, may I lean upon You for comfort and strength. Help me to remember the promises found in Your Scriptures, that I might claim them in prayer and in every situation I encounter. Draw me ever closer to You, Lord, and strengthen my resolve to abide in Your presence. Breathe life into my weary heart and awaken my spirit to perceive Your love and guidance.
Thank You for Your unchanging nature and for Your faithfulness that endures through all seasons of life. As I step into each day, I ask for the grace to be continuously aware of Your goodness so that I might reflect Your light to those around me. I hold fast to the understanding that when I stay close to You, my faith flourishes, and my life bears witness to Your greatness. In Your name, I pray. Amen.
Jackie
