“The first thing I want you to do is pray. Pray every way you know how, for everyone you know.” (1 Timothy 2:1 MSG)
We live in a rural area and the closest grocery store is 15 miles away. My neighborhood friends and I have developed a practice of texting each other when we get to the store: “I’m at Walmart; do you need anything?” These texts seem to come at just the right time--on hectic days when you just don’t have the time to drive into town to pick up a loaf of bread or a gallon of milk.
Similarly, it is nice when a friend offers to pray for us. It’s not that we can’t pray for ourselves, but when we feel unsettled or overwhelmed, it is difficult to focus. This is when an intercessor can be helpful. Next time you are in a prayerful zone, reach out and ask others if they need anything. Then take their requests and concerns to the Lord faithfully, expectantly.
“When faith goes to market, it always takes a basket.” (L.B. Cowman)
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