A Well-Worn Path

During this time of Lent, and in preparation for our up-coming round the clock prayer and fasting week, I've been thinking on the mystery, power and practice of prayer.

God's Word reminds us in James 5:15 that:

The effective prayer of a righteous man can accomplish much.

I am certain that is why prayer is sometimes such a battle, not so much to initially engage in, but to continue in. If you've been a Christ follower for any length of time you know that we have an enemy who despises our prayers. This is because he knows that prayer moves the hand of God and can literally change the world. The above verse reminds us that when a person is RIGHT with God, the power of his sincere prayer is tremendous!" Knowing this, I want to keep on praying, knowing that Our Father bends low to hear and delights in answering His children's prayers.

I just read a portion from Today in the Word from June 29th 1992 entitled Don't Let Grass Grow on Your Path. It reads as follows:

"Early African converts to Christianity were earnest and regular in private devotions. Each one reportedly had a separate spot in the thicket where he would pour out his heart to God. Over time the paths to these places became well worn. As a result, if one of these believers began to neglect prayer, it was soon apparent to the others, and they would kindly remind the negligent one, "Brother, the grass grows on your path."

If I am honest, I have to admit that my path is more often than not overgrown with grass, and I need to clear a path to prayer again and again. I long to be consistent.. to keep on in effective praying that results in life change first in myself, in our church, in the lives of others in my sphere of influence, and in our world.

I give you permission to keep an eye on my path. I welcome the reminder when you notice overgrowth, to encourage me, as I will encourage you, to strive for a well worn path.

I look forward to seeing amazing answers to the prayers we bring to God in in our upcoming hours of prayer. I know that God will honor the prayers of His people.


Until Next Time,
Peggy