Prayers and Thoughts

for Reflection

Lenton Devotional

2007

February 26

Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart, says the Lord.

Jeremiah 1:5

For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.  I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.

Psalm 139:13 - 14

Prayer is not a substitute for work; it is a desperate effort to work further and to be efficient beyond the range of one’s powers.  It is not the lazy who are most inclined to prayer; those pray most who care most, and who, having worked hard, find it intolerable to be defeated.

George Santayana

Sometimes I ask the question, "My Lord, is this your will?"

It's then I hear you answer me, "My Precious Child ... be still."

Sometimes I feel frustrated, cause I think I know what's best.

It's then I hear you say to me, "My Busy Child ... just rest"

Sometimes I feel so lonely and I think I'd like a mate.

Your still small voice gets oh so clear and says, "My Child ... please wait"

"I know the plans I have for you, the wondrous things you'll see;

If you can just be patient, Child, and put your trust in me.

I've plans to draw you closer. I've plans to help you grow.

There's much I do you cannot see and much you do not know.

But know this, Child ... I LOVE YOU. You are Precious unto Me.

Before I formed you in the womb, I planned your destiny.

I've something very special I hope for you to learn.

The gifts I wish to give to you are gifts you cannot earn.

They come without a price tag, but not without a cost;

at Calvary, I gave My Son, so You would not be lost.

Rest Child, and do not weary of doing what is good.

I promise I'll come back for you just like I said I would.

Your name is written on my palm, I never could forget;

Therefore, do not be discouraged when my answer is... "Not Yet"

Author Unknown

The truth of Christ bring assurance and so removes the former problem of fear and uncertainty.

A. W. Tozer

He stand fast as your rock, steadfast as your safeguard, sleepless as your watcher, valiant as your champion.

C. H. Spurgeon

For I the Lord thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee.

Isaiah 41:13

God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.

Psalm 46:1

Lord, sometimes I face challenges that leave me breathless.  When I am fearful, let me lean upon You. Thank you dear Lord, for my faith. May I never forget that you are my strength and shield and I have nothing to fear. Thank you that even in the quiet – the silence in the shadows, I have the belief that when you can’t be seen or heard – I know you hear me – you love me still. Thank you for hearing my prayer.  Thank you for your love, this day and every day and the peace that is offered through the gift of Your Son.  Amen.