The Prayer

The Prayer is a signature element of every Evergreen issue and is provided by a different spiritual leader in our local community.

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A prayer from Tracie Long, Augusta, Ga.

Gracious and Loving God,

Thank You that You are faithful and trustworthy.  You are my Everlasting Father, the King of Kings and Lord of Lords.  I am thankful for Your mighty power and Your peace that surpasses all understanding, especially in a world where so many things can pull me away from You.  It is comforting to know that You are the anchor for my soul.  When my heart aches for answers to prayers that are a long time in coming, and I grow impatient, help me to remember Your blessings in times past. 

In those moments when I feel like You do not hear me or You are not nearby, bring me back into the fold of Your Word.  Help me to be strong and keep my focus on You.  Let me be still and know that You are God and I can cast all my cares at the foot of the cross.  May I be gracious when I hear of others’ answered prayers while I am uncertain of when my breakthrough, or the breakthrough of those that I love, will come. Let me not be worn out in prayer but be strengthened by it.  Bring Godly people into my life to speak Your truths over me while You are working behind the scenes.  Prepare my spirit for what it is that You have for me, and help me to recognize just how much I need You, Jesus, in every single area of my life.  Open my eyes and show me how I can serve you and be obedient while I wait.

Father, Your Word says, “Blessed are the poor in spirit for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven.”  What a promise!  Help me to trust You completely and be thankful in all circumstances. May Your Will be done for me and those that I love.

Let it be so, amen!