One upon a time, a fisherman who had no time or interest in anything related to God, was at sea. He was working hard reeling in the nets when a huge storm came up that threatened to sink the small boat. The wind was horrendous. In all his travels he’d never seen the weather so tumultuous—waves were sweeping over the boat, and fear was real enough to cause him to seek Divine assistance. “O God, I haven’t asked anything of you in fifteen years and if you bring me safely to land, I promise I won’t bother you again for another fifteen!” We may smile, but his bargaining with God should be a sobering reminder of how often we use prayer as an escape mechanism rather than a way of life. Too many times we treat prayer as a transaction and not an opportunity to nurture our relationship with God. Even though everything in our culture screams at us to be consumers, we should never treat prayer as a retail deal. Philippians 4:4-7 - NIV Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Posted on: Wed, 24 Jul 2013 06:32:06 +0000
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