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Carol Pady → Spiritually Single: 7 Reasons Not to Worry, Part 2
“And which of you by being anxious can add a single cubit to his life’s span? And why are you anxious about clothing? Observe how the lilies of the field grow; they do not toil nor do they spin, yet I say to you... more7 Reasons Not to Worry, Part 2
“And which of you by being anxious can add a single cubit to his life’s span? And why are you anxious about clothing? Observe how the lilies of the field grow; they do not toil nor do they spin, yet I say to you that even Solomon in all his glory did not clothe himself like one of these. But if God so arrays the grass of the field, which is alive today and tomorrow is thrown into the furnace, will He not much more do so for you, O men of little faith?” (Matthew 6:27-30)
Matthew 6 contains at least seven promises designed by Jesus to help us fight the good fight against unbelief and be free from anxiety. In Part 1 we saw Promises 1 and 2; today we look at 3 and 4.
PROMISE #3: And which of you by being anxious can add a single cubit to his life’s span? And why are you anxious about clothing? (Matthew 6:27–28).
This is a promise of sorts — the simple promise of reality: anxiety will not do you any good. It’s not the main argument, but sometimes we just have to get tough with ourselves and say, “Soul, this fretting is absolutely useless. You are not only messing up your own day, but a lot of other people’s as well. Leave it with God and get on with your work.”
Anxiety accomplishes nothing worthwhile.
PROMISE #4: Observe how the lilies of the field grow; they do not toil nor do they spin, yet I say to you that even Solomon in all his glory did not clothe himself like one of these. But if God so arrays the grass of the field, which is alive today and tomorrow is thrown into the furnace, will he not much more do so for you, O men of little faith? (Matthew 6:28–30).
Compared to the flowers of the field you are a much higher priority for God, because you will live forever, and can thus bring him eternal praise.
Nevertheless, God has such an overflow of creative energy and care, he lavishes it on flowers that last only a matter of days. So he will certainly take that same energy and creative skill and use it to care for his children who will live forever.
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Carol Pady → Fast and Pray Friday:
Prayers for prodigals
Prayer # 1. Lord use my prodigal's friends
Prayer #2: Lord, change me first.
Prayer #3: Lord, I ask for brokenness.
Prayer #4: Lord, help me fight the battle.
Prayer #5: Lord, don’t... morePrayers for prodigals
Prayer # 1. Lord use my prodigal's friends
Prayer #2: Lord, change me first.
Prayer #3: Lord, I ask for brokenness.
Prayer #4: Lord, help me fight the battle.
Prayer #5: Lord, don’t let me give up.
“God, we pray to day for parents who are enduring the onslaught of discouragement over the choices of their children. Give them hope that your promises are never defeated, and that you can make a way through dark places when there seems to be no light. Give them, today, sound wisdom to know specifically how love for their child needs to be expressed. Then give them the same tomorrow, and then the day after. Give them endurance to hope beyond hope. Give the courage, and surprising joy. I pray also for the children who are wandering from the ways of wisdom. We pray today that they will return. Lead them home, coaxing their desires, compelling their dreams, and frustrating their rebellions. And when they do make even the smallest step homeward we will welcome them and celebrate the victory. God, you are a perfect father, THE Father. We know you share this desire with us. Bring our sons and daughters home! We hear your promises and we hold on to them as we hold on to you, and at the same time release our children into your care. In Jesus name amen less
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Carol Pady → Fast and Pray Friday:
Prayers for prodigals
Prayer # 1. Lord use my prodigal's friends
Prayer #2: Lord, change me first.
Prayer #3: Lord, I ask for... morePrayers for prodigals
Prayer # 1. Lord use my prodigal's friends
Prayer #2: Lord, change me first.
Prayer #3: Lord, I ask for brokenness.
Prayer #4: Lord, help me fight the battle.
Prayer #5: Lord, don’t let me give up.
“God, we pray to day for parents who are enduring the onslaught of discouragement over the choices of their children. Give them hope that your promises are never defeated, and that you can make a way through dark places when there seems to be no light. Give them, today, sound wisdom to know specifically how love for their child needs to be expressed. Then give them the same tomorrow, and then the day after. Give them endurance to hope beyond hope. Give the courage, and surprising joy. I pray also for the children who are wandering from the ways of wisdom. We pray today that they will return. Lead them home, coaxing their desires, compelling their dreams, and frustrating their rebellions. And when they do make even the smallest step homeward we will welcome them and celebrate the victory. God, you are a perfect father, THE Father. We know you share this desire with us. Bring our sons and daughters home! We hear your promises and we hold on to them as we hold on to you, and at the same time release our children into your care. In Jesus name amen less
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Carol Pady → Fast and Pray Friday:
Prayers for prodigals
Prayer # 1. Lord use my prodigal's... morePrayers for prodigals
Prayer # 1. Lord use my prodigal's friends
Prayer #2: Lord, change me first.
Prayer #3: Lord, I ask for brokenness.
Prayer #4: Lord, help me fight the battle.
Prayer #5: Lord, don’t let me give up.
“God, we pray to day for parents who are enduring the onslaught of discouragement over the choices of their children. Give them hope that your promises are never defeated, and that you can make a way through dark places when there seems to be no light. Give them, today, sound wisdom to know specifically how love for their child needs to be expressed. Then give them the same tomorrow, and then the day after. Give them endurance to hope beyond hope. Give the courage, and surprising joy. I pray also for the children who are wandering from the ways of wisdom. We pray today that they will return. Lead them home, coaxing their desires, compelling their dreams, and frustrating their rebellions. And when they do make even the smallest step homeward we will welcome them and celebrate the victory. God, you are a perfect father, THE Father. We know you share this desire with us. Bring our sons and daughters home! We hear your promises and we hold on to them as we hold on to you, and at the same time release our children into your care. In Jesus name amen less
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Carol Pady → Fast and Pray Friday:
Prayers for prodigals
Prayer # 1. Lord use my prodigal's... morePrayers for prodigals
Prayer # 1. Lord use my prodigal's friends
Prayer #2: Lord, change me first.
Prayer #3: Lord, I ask for brokenness.
Prayer #4: Lord, help me fight the battle.
Prayer #5: Lord, don’t let me give up.
“God, we pray to day for parents who are enduring the onslaught of discouragement over the choices of their children. Give them hope that your promises are never defeated, and that you can make a way through dark places when there seems to be no light. Give them, today, sound wisdom to know specifically how love for their child needs to be expressed. Then give them the same tomorrow, and then the day after. Give them endurance to hope beyond hope. Give the courage, and surprising joy. I pray also for the children who are wandering from the ways of wisdom. We pray today that they will return. Lead them home, coaxing their desires, compelling their dreams, and frustrating their rebellions. And when they do make even the smallest step homeward we will welcome them and celebrate the victory. God, you are a perfect father, THE Father. We know you share this desire with us. Bring our sons and daughters home! We hear your promises and we hold on to them as we hold on to you, and at the same time release our children into your care. In Jesus name amen less
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