Prayer for Virginia Tech

>  > >   Father,  right now we acknowledge You & we acknowledge Your
> presence & Your  sovereignty.  Father we lift up Virginia Tech & the
> people affected by  the evil that has taken place on the campus.  We
> pray that Your Spirit be  with them.  We pray that Your loving arms be
> wrapped around them &  comfort them in this tragic time.  We pray for
> families, neighbors, &  friends.  We pray for staff, professors, &
> administrators.
>  > >   God,  we pray for people.  We pray for humanity.  We pray that
> this event will not cause people to turn from You but it will cause a
> nation to run to You  like they have never run before.  We pray for
> increased faith.  We  pray for spiritual growth.  We pray for Christian
>  fellowship & salvation of souls.  We pray that your hand will move
> mightily over Blacksburg, VA& over this nation.  Touch souls  right now
> &
>  comfort broken hearts.
Forgive us for our sins  Father.
In Your Son Jesus Christ name we pray.
  Amen.
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Susan Holly

tragedy

How do we pray when tragedy happens.  Maybe a friend or family member is sick or dying..  We dont want that person to die, naturally in our human nature we want everything to be alright.  In our spiritual nature, we want that person to be at peace, no pain.  Why does God allow these tough times to happen?

 

It is never easy, but when we pray to him, rather than avoiding him, he can bring us comfort.  Blessed are those who mourn for they will be comforted.

 

Psalm 77 explains that we are comforted in hard times by remembering how God helped us in the past. He is with us every step of the way. I will write a prayer to paraphrase.

 

Oh God, I cry out to you without holding back.  Oh God, listen to me.

I remember when I was in deep trouble, I needed you, and searched for you.  I prayed all night, hands lifted up pleading .  There was no joy for me until you acted.  I think of you, God, and I moan.  I am longing for help. I stay awake because I'm too stressed to pray. 

 

 I remember the good old days, when my nights were filled with joyful songs.  Have you forgotten me?   Have you left me alone?

 

No, you are the God of miracles. Even though you do things that I don't understand, You are Holy.  You are mighty.  You have demonstated your awesome power among the nations.  You have redeemed your people by your strength.  You have proven yourself over and over.

 

Show yourself to me.  Show me your love and your comfort.  Many times I dont understand why things happen the way they do.  Sometimes, I am angry with you, but you are faithful.  I will recall all that you have done and remember your wonderful deeds.  They are constantly in my thoughts, and I meditate on You.  The time I have here on earth is Your Gift to me, and when I meet you in heaven I will fully understand your ways.

 

Lord, I love you in good times and bad, Amen

Just a conversation

Prayer is a conversation with God. Think about having a conversation
with your best friend. Do you ask him/her for stuff, or do you just
chit chat (sometimes) or do you tell your best friend all your secrets?
What response do you expect? That person might hug you or tell you that
they love you. They might cry with you or laugh with you, or they might
be preoccupied and tell you to come back later.

Well, with God, he is always there, he's never too busy. He wants to be
your heavenly best friend. He wants you to bring him near.
Ps 65:4 What joy for those who chose to bring you near, those who live
in your holy courts. What joy awaits us inside your holy temple.

He is a joy to be with and talk to. He will never tell anyone your
secrets. He will listen to you..
Psalm 116:2 Because He bends down and listens, I will pray as long as I
have breath!

He loves you, and he desires to hear your songs to him, your chit chat,
your deepest secrets, your confessions, your praise, and even your
requests.
Ps 42: 8 Through each day the Lord pours his UNFAILING love on me, and
through each night I sing His songs, praying to God who gives me life.

Prayer

God, Best Friend, Thanks for being there for me. Thanks for keeping
all my secret safe in the shadow of your wings. I love to be with you.
I know I can't touch you physically, but when I pray, our souls touch.
You surround me with your unfailing love and fill me with your peace. I
lift up songs of joy to you and want to be ready to hear you speak to
me. Give me your ears so I can focus on what you have for me to do. I
am still and know that you are God, the joy of my salvation, the Light
that never goes out, the Prince of Peace.

Have a great day and thanks for hanging out with me. The best part is
you never leave me. I'm never lonely.
Susan Holly

Prepare for battle

Is Satan real? Yes, Be alert because Satan is seeking whom he may
devour. He is ready to pounce on anyone who is vulnerable. We must
prepare for battle everyday, in Jesus name and by his strength. Jesus
can win your battle for you, but he has to be commander and chief in
your life. Victory can be His and you will see the victory because you
are working under His authority.

How can we prepare for battle? We must have enough rest. If you have
burdons, Jesus will give you rest for your soul (Matt11:28-30). As you
are giving Him control of your burdons, be strong and courageous, do not
fear or be dismayed for the LORD your God is with you and He will show
the way. (Deut 31:6) We must pray in Jesus' name for victory every
day. We must not waiver, but be prepared by reading Gods word, and
following his lead. Jesus can break the power of the devil (see Heb
2:14).

The Holy Spirit will prompt you to speak forth His truth. That is your
opportunity to Share Jesus with other. Take the opportunity and receive
victory in Jesus. God will bless you for your obedience!!!!!!!

Warriors prayer

Heavenly Father, Your warrior prepares for Battle. Today I claim
victory over Satan by putting on the whole armor of God.

I put on the Girdle of Truth! May I stand firm in the truth of Your
Word so I will not be a victim of Satan's lies.

I put on the Breastplate of Righteousness! May it guard my heart from
evil so I will remain pure and holy, protected under the blood of Jesus
Christ.

I put on the Shoes of Peace! May I stand firm in the Good News of the
Gospel so Your peace will shine through me and be a light to all I
encounter.

I take the Shield of Faith! May I be ready for Satan's fiery darts of
doubt, denial, and deceit so I will not be vulnerable to spiritual
defeat.

I put on the Helmet of Salvation May I keep my mind focused on you so
Satan will not have a stronghold on my thoughts.

I take the Sword of the Spirit! May the two edged sword of Your Word be
ready in my hands so I can expose the tempting words of Satan.

By faith your warrior has put on the whole armor of God.

I am prepared to live this day in Spiritual Victory!

Pray at all times and on every occasion in the power of the Holy Spirit
Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all Christians
everywhere. Eph 6:13-18

Susan Holly