This photo illustrates exactly how I felt this morning, minus the dreadlocks, when I sat down to spend some time with my Three Best Friends – OVERWHELMED! I had my coffee, my basket with all my reading material and as I settled in, I bowed my head and said, “Lord, there is just so much, so many to talk to You about.” I didn’t have a list in front of me but all of a sudden, faces and names and situations began coming to my mind and as they did I just said them aloud to Father – this went on for almost an hour and when I was done I was exhausted and exhilarated at the same time.
Is anyone else feeling this enormity of prayer needs? Is it because we are so much more aware of things due to the Internet and social networking? Is it because I am sixty years old and I know more people now than I did twenty years ago? Whatever the reason, prayer needs are astronomical. BUT, our God is larger still.
As I began sharing my burdens with Him, my burden became lighter. The urgency lessened. He listened. I talked. I covered a lot of territory in that short hour. When I lifted my head, morning had broken and my coffee was cold. My mind was clearer and my heart was filled.
PRAYER – it’s never too much; it’s never too little. Don’t ever be afraid to begin praying because there is just too much, remember He knows before we utter a single syllable. Holy Spirit is transmitting our groanings; our Brother Jesus instantly intercedes on our behalf; and Father is greatly pleased to act upon our requests. It may take years to see the fruit of our prayer time – but fruit there will be – it is a promise. Whatever you ask in My Name I will do it.
Trust Him.
Prayer, intercession….it is mighty right now my sister. So much, so many. The joy is when we just go to the throne and sit down and let Yeshua Shalom hold on to us and He brings all our requests and needs to Abba Papa Daddy. And through the power of Holy Spirit – Ruach Hakkodesh – it becomes a family moment.
Thanks for sharing.
Overwhelmed !!! Wowzers! Sometimes I don’t know where to start. I am a pray-as-I-go kind of guy. Think about it – pray about it – move forward. I love your blogs…Lowell
Thank you, I sure did need this , I thought it was only me. What a comfort!
Love ya honey!!
Sweet hour of prayer! Sweet hour of prayer! That calls me from a world of care,
And bids me, at my Father’s throne, Makes all my wants and wishes known; In seasons of distress and grief, My soul has often found relief,
And oft escaped the tempter’s snare by Thy return, sweet hour of prayer….
Thank you Sue for sharing, I can totally relate!
Let me share this…Long ago Maria and I were praying together, and as I paced praying for the people that were coming to mind… I actually felt the heaviness of the needs of those I was praying for. I know there were approximately the small amount of 10 people that came to mind in a FLASH; and I became overwhelmed. My words were, “Lord this is too much for me, it is too heavy, I cannot do this! ” His reply, ” I carry the weight of the WORLD upon me and you are complaining about the weight of a few.” Wow! That was an awakening for me. I wept. I still to this day can not comprehend,” THE WEIGHT OF THE WORLD!”
You are right Sue, it seems as though the prayer needs come by the hundreds; so when I find myself becoming overwhelmed, I remember the words of the Lord so long ago and it helps me to carry on with the assignment of praying for others and He guides me through it.
Love you Sue,
Margie
Wonderful encouragement for today. Thank you.
I believe that there is Strength in sharing one another’s burdens.
It brings me Comfort and Hope, to know that I am not alone.
Victoria, Thank you for driving by (quote Heather!) and visiting my blog! We all need encouragement & support. Blessings to you!
Thanks for sharing your heart. It is always uplifting.
Crystal