Some Thoughts of Mine

Richard Foster is indicating that we should be "at home" with an intimate relationship with our Lord. I think St. Augustine was referring to intimacy when he said "weep for more joy." How frequently do we allow God to give us "the gift of kindness?" Can not the realization that God has been acting throughout church history and is continually acting even in today's generation, increase our faith and obedience in prayer?

Did you notice the likeness in the prayer of David in 1 Chronicles 29:10-19 and in Jesus' prayer of John 17? I noticed these: 1) God's greatness was acknowledged at the beginning of the prayers; 2) then intercession for others, including future generations; 3) intimate relationship with the Father God was evident; 4) purpose in life or a "calling" being brought to completion. Do you see others?

John 17:23,24 grabs me every time I read this prayer. "I in them and You in Me, in order that they may become one and perfectly united, that the world may know and (definitely) recognize that You sent Me and that You have loved them (even) as You have loved Me. Father, I desire that they also whom You have entrusted to Me (as Your gift to Me) may be with Me where I am, so that they may see My glory, which You have given Me (Your love gift to Me); for You loved Me before the foundation of the world." AMP May we follow Jesus and be part of this oneness!

Comment from Myrtle

If Jesus can so fervently pray for us, we should also do so for our brothers and sisters in Christ. Our Sunday school lesson was about Hagar; she gave God a name -- El-roi, the God who sees. My name for Him right now is God who enables. What are your names for Him at this particular time in your life?