Prayer

Ten years ago I went through the most difficult time in my life.  Words cannot express the fear, hurt and lonliness that I felt during that dark time.  However, although it was dark, I could see the light in the distance that gave me unexplainable peace.  Although this time in my life was difficult, the power of prayer was incredible.  God strategically placed some godly women in my life who were the most dedicated prayer warriors I have ever met.  My mom being the leader of a Bible study, her group prayed for me diligently.  I seriously felt those prayers every Monday evening as they met.  There were many others in my Bible study and small groups as well.  I was totally covered.  It was at this time that God put a dear woman in my path.  She counseled me with godly wisdom, listened to my with her whole being, prayed and then prayed some more.  She went on a trip to Germany and I received a postcard that simply said that she was praying in Germany.  I am not exactly sure why this had such a profound impact on me, but it did.  I was amazed that someone in another country was praying for me.  I realized then that prayer was indeed a mighty power.  God did some major work in my life.  He stretched me, held me, comforted me, refined me and showed His love and faithfulness in some big ways.

Today is the National Day of Prayer.  As Christians, most of us pray often, but today I am reminded of where I came from 10 years ago.  It was the power of prayer that got me through the dark.  I am committing myself to pray more today.  To pray for our country, for those whose lives were forever changed from 9-11.  I am praying for all of the victims of hurricanes, tornados, fires and flooding.  I am praying for my city, my family and friends.  I am praying for those who live in other countries too.  I know the power of prayer firsthand and I pray that those around the world can feel that power too, coming all the way from Elk Grove, CA.  I am praying for you if you are reading this - praying that if you are in a dark place that Jesus will comfort you, guide you and surround you with prayer warriors!