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I'd written a really great blog. Then the server locked up and it disappeared! Ever have that happen? Grr. ;)

So, I'll attempt to recreate it.

I have the following verse on a plaque on my dresser: Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all comprehension, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Phillipians 5: 6-7

Prayer is powerful! It teaches us to trust God completely. It frees us from anxiety and worry as we focus on how thankful we are for all He's given us, knowing that He will never fail us. It fills us with a peace that is truly beyond comprehension. When the world would stress and fuss we can rest, knowing that the One who loves us best has it all figured out. He'll manage the details and make everything fall into place. No worries. Truly. Even if things look pretty bad. They looked pretty bad for Jesus too, remember.

Our house is currently for sale. It would be so easy to fret about finding a buyer. But we know that He is leading and guilding our lives so we can sit back and say, "Lord, if you want this to happen you'll have to work it out!" How freeing that is! I don't have to lay up nights with my brow furrowed.

That doesn't mean I don't ever worry. Why do you think I have the plaque? Sometimes I need the reminder! And prayer has a way of bringing me back to Him. As He fills me with more of Himself that incomprehensible peace flows. Those who trust in themselves can't understand this. After all they're in control of their own lives. But some things are simply beyond our control--that physical ailment that strikes suddenly, the car accident, the financial problems that result... That's when God enters in and whispers that He has us; He won't let us fall. He's already won the battle.

It's so important that Christians pray for each other. As we lift each other up, compassion grows in our own hearts, and faith as we wait and see how He answers! I keep a prayer journal where I write daily prayers and requests. It's amazing to go back weeks and months later to see just how God answered. You ought to try it!

So, I thought it might be nice on the occasional Friday to mention some prayer requests. You can pray for me and please list yours in the comments below and I'll be praying for you. Let me know when God answers and we can rejoice together!

Here are mine:

• Pray that God opens the door for our future--the sale of our house, that He'll show us what He'd have us do (whatever that might be!)
• Pray that God will give me wisdom in parenting our two little girls. I have some decisions to make regarding their schooling.
• Pray that our two middle girls will be accepted to Bible school and that God will provide the funds for them to go. He knows we don't have the money. But He isn't limited by things like cashflow.
• Pray that I'll have compassion and boldness in sharing my faith with those I love. I so want others to know this joy that I've found in Christ!

That's enough for now. I could go on and on! Please share yours too.

Warmly,

Traci