You, Lord, are my Rock and my Salvation; my hope is in You all day long. You are my strength and my song. Where can I go Lord to find true help and direction? Who knows the path of life but You? You are the Creator of everything that is. In fact, Your Word says …
“Long ago You laid the foundation of the earth and made the heavens with Your hands. They will perish, but You remain forever; they will wear out like old clothing. You will change them like a garment and discard them. But You are always the same; You will live forever. The children of Your people will live in security. Their children’s children will thrive in Your Presence."
Aaahh, I can breathe a little easier. Indeed, not only are You good all the time, but simultaneously, You want good for me. You tell me “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.”
Holy Spirit, it is virtually impossible to live in continual peace—holding onto these Truths while meeting daily demands, distractions and challenges. My mind immediately goes to trying to figure out how to control, how to respond, what I must do. I may worry or be preoccupied. Life can feel like an obstacle course.
I don’t think I’m designed to live life all on my own. I think I’m supposed to live in communion with You, in a community that lives with You—believing and living into the Truths You’ve revealed.
We all need You, Holy Spirit. Please breathe faith, trust, love, peace and joy into each of us, individually and collectively—every single day, and even throughout the day. Jesus told us that You would come to help us. You, Holy Spirit, are mentioned many times—meaning that You being with us is really important.
Praying in The Spirit is the lifeblood of following You, Lord. I need it daily. I think that’s also true for my community of believers. Help me—actually us—be disciplined to do this daily. Help us invite You, Holy Spirit, into our prayers, indeed, into the daily living of our lives.
You are my Rock, my strength and my song. My hope is in You all day long. I want to live joyfully in Your Presence.
In the Holiest Name of Jesus I pray.
Amen.
