When the disciples asked Jesus to teach them to pray, he gave them a prayer. Not a lecture on prayer. Not the doctrine of prayer. He gave them a quotable, repeatable, portable prayer (Luke 11:1-4).
Could you use the same? It seems to me that the prayers of the Bible can be distilled into one. The result is a simple, easy-to-remember, pocket-size prayer.
Once a day for 40 days I'll post a simple prayer that brings peace and rest.
Day 35
The centurion answered and said, "Lord, I am not worthy that You should come under my roof. But only speak a word, and my servant will be healed." . . . Then Jesus said to the centurion, "Go your way; and as you have believed, so let it be done for you." And his servant was healed that same hour. ~Matthew 8:8,13
Good father, death is no match for you, nor sickness, nor pain. You are mightier than it all, able to abolish all suffering.
Remind me of your promises today. May I walk in them and not the promises of man. When others let me down, allow me to see your face and be comforted.
For my family, I pray you would bless them today, more than they can even ask for themselves. Surprise them at every corner and build up their faith.
Thank you that you gave us Jesus through whom all power is given. Thank you that when we ask, you hear our cries.
It's in his name that I always pray, amen.
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