God answers prayer...

Greetings!

Our church has a campaign right now called, "Greater Impact." Our leadership has really been pushing for us to get outside of our walls and make a greater impact on those around us. We have to be able to get outside of our walls and do something to make a difference. Our world will never get better if we all lock ourselves in our homes and shake our heads at the problem. The saying goes that if you are not a part of the solution...you are part of the problem. I want to be a part of the solution.

I want the children, not only those in my family, but those in the world...to have a chance. They should be able to experience what it feels like to run and play without the fear of being abducted or shot. That's crazy. I hardly ever see little girls playing hopscotch or jacks or little boys playing baseball in the alley. That should not be. I remember running all over the neighborhood and not worrying about coming home until the street lights came on. Our children today will never know what that kind of freedom feels like...not unless we do something about it...now.

Pray for change. Pray for direction. Pray for strength. Pray for peace. Pray for your neighbors and your neighborhood. Pray for those who don't have a relationship with the Lord, Jesus Christ. Pray that God continues to show this world mercy. Pray because His grace is sufficient. Pray that love will grow more and more until there is no room for hate.

That may seem idealistic to some, but I believe it's possible. The Bible says that anything is possible to those who believe (Mark 9:23). I believe and I believe in the power of prayer. God's word also says that whatever we ask in Jesus name, He will do it (John 14:14). So, keep praying and know that God will answer.

Until next time...

Be blessed