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Three Prayers of Thankfulness

By Evelyn Bence | June 10, 2015

Prayers of thankfulness for the things that enrich our lives expand our hearts and spirits as well. These three prayers of thankfulness by inspirational author Evelyn Bence help us thank God for the gift of color, the many blessings we take for granted and the objects that remind us of the greater gifts behind them…

Three Key Secrets of Praying for Others

By Evelyn Bence | June 10, 2015

Three key secrets of praying for others are learning how to have an open, hospitable heart, learning how to bring the sorrows of others to God without being overwhelmed by them and becoming alert to the Holy Spirit in praying for the needs of those we don’t know well. Welcoming others Lord, You have shown…

Prayer about Comparing Myself to Others and Appreciating My Strengths and Weaknesses

By Evelyn Bence | June 10, 2015

Prayer can help us break the unhealthy habit of comparing ourselves to others and feeling disappointed with ourselves if we’re not the very best at everything.  This prayer by inspirational writer Evelyn Bence will help us learn how to appreciate both our strengths and limitations. Prayer about comparing myself to others and appreciating my strengths…

Praying About Fears During the Night

By Evelyn Bence | June 10, 2015

This prayer for fears during the night can help you gain God’s help when you find yourself lying awake in bed worrying. Praying about fears during the night When the sun goes down— the natural light dims, the dark prevails— my fears come out to haunt and taunt me. Lord, settle my heart. Keep my…

Key Prayers to Grow in Faith: Listening to God, Feeling God’s Presence, Reflecting God’s Glory

By Evelyn Bence | June 10, 2015

Three key prayers to grow in faith are learning how to listen to God, learning how to feel God’s presence when we feel alone, and learning how to reflect God’s glory in all we do. Here are three powerful prayers that will help you grow in faith written by inspirational author Evelyn Bence. Listening to…

Finding God’s Peace by Using Your Precious Memories

By David Shelton | May 29, 2015

A secret to finding peace when you are in need of strength is using your precious memories to connect you to God’s peaceful, loving presence. I grew up singing in small churches all over the state of Illinois. We sang a lot of the old Gospel songs and hymns from years past. One song that…