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The Will of God

The Manna Chef

How many times have you asked the question, “God, what is Your will for my life?”  Even those Sisters who are certain of their calling have probably asked at some point in their lives.  It occurred to me recently that we have a way of making things so much more complicated than they need to be.  Life itself can be complicated, so why in world would we add to the chaos? 

Well, today I want to share with you the answer to that very question, “Lord, what is Your will for my life?”  It’s not some deeply spiritual and mysterious answer, either.  God gave us a simple answer in His Word, and I am convinced that everything we need will spring forth from His instruction.  The answer is found in 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (NKJV):

Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

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Pray First

The Manna Chef

How many times has someone asked you to pray, and your initial response was to comfort her first and then pray?  Or maybe she asked for a listening ear and instead you offered unsolicited advice.  I’ll give you a second to think about your answer because it can happen so easily you may not even realize it.

Let me give you an example.  Recently, a dear sister sent me a text message and asked me to pray for her because she was receiving the COVID-19 vaccine and was feeling a little nervous about it.  Immediately, I slipped into “Mama mode,” asking which one and assuring her that she would be okay.  I shared what she could expect and offered genuine words of encouragement.  But that wasn’t what she asked me to do; she asked me to pray.  The Holy Spirit stopped me immediately and said, “Read her message again.” 

And there it was:

“Please pray for me.  I don’t like needles.” 

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