Gee whiz…in just one week, I was asked to pray for a friend who had discovered a lump and was waiting for her results. Another request was for patience because this man’s timing did not match God’s timing. A third request was for a parent of a friend being taken to the hospital and subsequent rehab. The parent’s disposition was frustration, anger and grumpy responses to his circumstances. Someone else was struggling with the death of their spouse. A couple was headed out on a lengthy trip and requested prayers for their safe travels.

Picture this, my personal concerns added to the above requests I was given and I was now making a list so I would remember each request and include those in my prayers. Our Heavenly Father knows us completely from our formation in our mother’s womb (Psalm 139) and knows the numbers of hairs on our head. Luke 12:7,” But even the hairs of your head are all counted. Do not be afraid; you are of more value than many sparrows.”  

Our dear Father, Abba, God, Lord above All, cares for each and every concern, request, loving us so unconditionally that He listens with a heart of love. Now please: Stop.  Breathe.  PRAY.  Trust.  He hears YOU.

Jill