Aligning Our Agendas

When you pray, do you ever consider what is on God's mind and what He would like to see done?  Or do you simply show up with a shopping list of what you would like to see done?  I wonder if we wouldn't get a lot further a lot faster if we would put the … Continue reading Aligning Our Agendas

Why Pray?

This is a great question that deserves a straightforward answer.  Allow me to offer some perspectives as to why the practice of prayer is important. Personally, I don't like to be engaged in meaningless activity.  I won't do anything simply because "that's the thing to do" (okay...sometimes).  I like my activities to be meaningful and … Continue reading Why Pray?

The Lord Reigns!

The LORD reigns, let the earth rejoice; let the many coastlands be glad!  Psalm 97:1  ESV This is a favorite Scripture of mine.  It makes the simple declaration that God is in charge, and tells us this is a reason for rejoicing.  But why should we rejoice in this?  I’m glad you asked… We should … Continue reading The Lord Reigns!