The Lord’s Prayer Is More – “Praying in the Reign”
“Then something special happened. Somehow this collection of words morphed from being the Lord’s Prayer to becoming a model of prayer for me. They went from being an object for…
Read moreWait, What? Should We Add “Thoughts and Prayers” to the 2022 Banished Words List?
Lists are compiled every year of worn-out words. Would you add “thoughts and prayers” to the list? Is It Cliché to Say Cliché? Why say something worn out when you…
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I Had to Change My Morning Blessing
—Grace & Truth Linkup
The Morning Blessing Most mornings I say it aloud. I put my hands together, point in the direction of their homes, and say this blessing over my daughters, two of…
Read moreBecause We Fall
It’s because we fall down. That’s why we say it: Lord, have mercy! It’s the most frequent prayer in the Bible. And it’s what we need the most—the Lord’s mercy.…
Read moreI’ll Be Praying for You. But…?
I’ll Be Praying for You I said, “I’ll be praying for you.” I meant it. I would be praying. My friend was in a tough situation. So why did my…
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Do You Have to Spell It Out for God?
—Grace & Truth Linkup
The Curse of Knowledge “Mom, you’re not always clear. If you know what you want, it’s okay to ask for that. Be specific.” My daughter Jenna is right. Sometimes I…
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