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“THINKABOUTIT” THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

Thursday; January 24, 2008

 

          How do we approach prayer?  First of all, if we are praying at all there is something to be said for that; but, when we do pray which best describes our approach:  Giving God His marching orders for our lives or our reporting for His duty?  There is value in making appeals to God; in fact, He wants us to share our struggles and wishes with Him; but, there is something even more important about prayer.  

          When we come before God in prayer, one important characteristic should be a recitation of our willingness to do His will.  God is the Great Giver of blessings; but, He is also a God of expectations.  God is not a servant at our beckon call, He has paid a ransom for our lives; therefore, we belong to Him.

          As we approach our prayer life, let’s not be shy about asking for blessings; but, in each and every prayer, let’s recall the words of the Lord’s servant, Isaiah, who heard His call and then prayed, "Here am I. Send me!" (Isaiah 6:8)

          Think about it!  For the Madison Avenue Church of Christ; this is Charlie Wharton.

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