Today, I’m beginning a 40 day prayer challenge. You have to understand, I pray often. I’m someone who has ongoing communication with God throughout the day. But recently I’ve been noticing my prayers are not always as specific as I would like them to be, and I haven’t been getting down on my knees before Him as often. There is something sacred about bowing to the Lord with knees bent in humility.
I want to take time to be faithful to Him in prayer because He is so faithful to me. I have some very specific needs and beautiful souls I would like to bring before the throne more regularly than I have been.
Along with my own personal prayers, I will be praying through and memorizing Psalm chapter 20. I have quite a history with Psalm 20. I’ve cried through it in desperate humility, I’ve yelled through it in frustration with questions of why, and I’ve recited it with joy and thanksgiving for answered prayers and deliverance. Psalm Chapter 20 offers hope!
For the next 40 days I will be realigning my prayer life. I am excited! Prayer creates intimacy, and the closer I draw to the Lord, the more peace I find in this life.
These 40 days are meant to establish a habit of prayer on my knees, which I hope will last far beyond the 40 day commitment period. You, dear friends, are on my list! I will be seeking God for you! I might not know your names, but the Lord does. If there is anything you would like me to pray for specifically, please feel free to leave a comment with your request or email me personally. It is an honor to pray for you!
Have you considered a prayer challenge?
Love,
Jennifer
Oh, and just a reminder, there is only one week remaining to purchase tickets for the Mercy Retreat at a discounted rate. Tickets are available through Eventbee! I hope and pray you can attend this event. I know God has ordained a beautiful time of fellowship for us. I can’t wait to gather in His name!!!
Praying God meets you powerfully as you posture your heart towards Him.
Thank you, Barbie!
Hello Jenn,
Could you please keep me in your prayers that my anxiety will flee in the name of Jesus. Thank you for encouragement and blessing me with your devotions. They are truly a gift.
Blessings to you and your family,
Melissa Gaskill
Hi Melissa! I will be praying for you. I struggle with anxiety sometimes myself. May you be filled with peace today and every day!
Dear Jennifer,
I stumbled across your blog about 6 weeks ago and it has been an incredible blessing to me. I was diagnosed with a very rare disease called pulmonary hypertension in October 2013 and the past months have been a rollercoaster ride. BUT God has been so merciful and I am doing very well physically compared to most people with this condition.
My biggest struggle has been the news that pregnancy is out of the question…I am 28 and longing to have children. I feel like I should’ve used up my lifetime supply of tears by now, yet they keep on coming. I have good days where my faith is strong and bad days where I can’t take my eyes off my broken dreams. I pray that God may turn my mourning into dancing one day and that my trials can be used to help others.
Thank you for the inspiration you are to women like me who are hurting so much. I feel encouraged by your story and love reading your posts. Your blog has inspired me to document my journey too…(http://goingwithgrace.wordpress.com/)
Much love,
Starese
Starese,
Your words are such a blessing to me. I will be praying for you and am looking forward to checking out your blog! One of the most wonderful parts about serving God is knowing that NOTHING is impossible with Him. He makes ways where there are none and delivers blessings in unique and beautiful packages. The plans we have for our lives may turn out differently than His plans for us, but through the difficulties we have opportunity to grow in Him and touch others.
I have no doubt that you will overcome your situation for His glory. I’m so happy you’ve started blogging. You will be a light to so many who need encouragement through your journey. It won’t always be easy, but it will be worth it. Keep on fighting, girl! The Lord has wonderful plans ahead for you!
I appreciate your prayers and beautiful words of TRUTH and encouragement so much. THANK YOU!
You can pray that I would consider to see the Wonder of God in the everyday and that I would not grow complacent in my faith. I can’t wait to hear how this helps you. 🙂