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was about to happen. You see, God wants to work in you. Prayer was
never intended to take away everything that we go through, even though
that is absolutely something we can experience. Even in this situation,
the man was healed by Christ. The purpose of prayer is to draw us closer
to God so that we might become more like him – not afraid, and not filled
with fear and doubt.
The challenge for today is this – spend the first 5 minutes alone with God
again. Remember, it is just you and Him. If you are having a hard time
focusing on Him during this time, don’t get upset or frustrated. We ALL
are struggling with that. I like to visualize myself breathing. As I breathe
in, I am seeking more of the Holy Spirit on the inside of me. As I exhale, I
am releasing all doubt and fear that might consume me and pull me away
from Him. Take it all moment by moment. You can do it – God is doing
it through you! Then, for the next 5-10 minutes, ask God to open your
heart to whatever circumstance that you are going through, so that you
can know if this is a path you need to go through, or something you can
pray around. Ask Him to give you discernment and wisdom – He will
guide you. Remember though, sometimes God delivers you from your
problems, and other times He delivers you through your problems. Trust
that He knows which way is best for you!
Question: Do you think that the hardship you are going through is
something that God wants to get your around, or something
that God wants to guide you through?