O God, an inner-city third-grader said today, “I could ask my uncles to kill him.” My friend was tutoring him. The boy was sad. Someone had smashed his mother’s car’s window. My friend said, “Let it go. Let the adults worry.” The third grader wouldn’t. My friend said, “Let it go. There’s nothing you can do.” The third [...]
Prayer from Psalm 58: Power Down
by Chris on 01. Sep, 2010 in Blog, Growth
O LORD, those in power misuse their power. They employ authority to benefit themselves. They only look out for number one. But not you, LORD. You rightly use power. You employ authority to benefit others. You look out for every one. So make them like a lion with no teeth. Make them like a river with no source. [...]
Prayer from Psalm 57: The Movie of My Life
by Chris on 31. Aug, 2010 in Blog, Growth
God Most High, today my life is a tragic tale. It’s like I’m starring in a National Geographic documentary. I’m the young and frail animal pursued by seasoned and chiseled lions. It won’t be long before these hurtful humans in my life devour me. But God Most High, you are the one in charge. They may be actors but you [...]
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