Why is it so hard to admit we can’t handle all the STUFF In our lives on our own?
Pride.
That’s the short answer.
How many times have I asked friends and family to pray for me as a last resort? Why in the world would that be my last resort??
I’ll try all sorts of things to resolve challenges on my own. When nothing works and I begin to feel desperate, I ask for prayer.
Why does it take me so long? Basically, because I’m too proud to air my weakness. And I don’t want anyone to think I’m being dramatic. Now, I’ll be honest, I like attention. But I like positive attention. You know, the kind where people look at me with admiration rather than pity.
I’ve confessed before to my praise addiction. Asking for prayer does NOT feed it. As a matter of fact, it does just the opposite. Having a challenge I’m unable to overcome on my own does not make me feel competent or admirable.
I could flip this and say it takes courage to ask for prayer–and that’s admirable. Except . . . it shouldn’t take courage to ask for prayer. Asking for prayer should be our go-to, gut reaction to problems.
In our ladies’ Bible study, we share prayer requests and have a sort of “rule” that you can’t pass and say all is well, you don’t need prayer. Because we ALL need prayer pretty much ALL the time. Big issues, little conflicts, medium-sized problems–we’re never without at least a few. And if there’s a day without a challenge, well then, prayers of praise are equally in order!
I have a tough week ahead dealing with an ongoing health issue. Would you pray for me? Because I can’t fix this. Only He can and thankfully he’s given each and every one of you access to His ear.
Romans 12:12 – Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.
In my prayers this week, especially on 18th.
Cousin Peggy
Your prayers are SO precious to me.
Heavenly Father, I don’t know Sarah’s health issue, and I don’t need to, because You do. I ask for Your healing and mercy and strength and love to pour over her today and in the coming weeks as she deals with the health struggles of living in these broken bodies. We praise You that, no matter what, we can look forward to the day You heal Sarah and all Your children when you welcome us home. Thank You for Sarah and for her witness to You in her life and in her writing. We love You and praise You and thank You that we can bring our worries and concerns to Your throne of mercy, in the precious name of Jesus. Amen.
Lin, what a BEAUTIFUL prayer. Thank you so much.
You are in my prayers
Thank you SO much!
Sarah, I will be fervent in prayer for you. I’m so sorry you are living in a valley. May God bless you and lift your back to the mountain top quickly. Hugs and prayers.
Thank you, thank you. Valleys are where the rich soil is–right??
I’ll be praying for you, Sarah.
I appreciate that so very much.
My constant Prayers for you, Sarah.
Aunt Mary told me in these times to “let go & let God” which is SO hard for us to do..but..I have found pure
strength, peace & healing in her words. I KNOW w/out one doubt ~
Give it to God & DON’T look back!
In HIS time miracles happen ♥️🙏
Amen.
Thank you for sharing your “confession” as well as your need. I’ll bet
I’m not the only one who says ” me too”…. prayers for wellness abound
Yes, every time I think it’s just me, I find out lots of people have the same struggles!