Greetings Prayer Warriors,
We are created for Love. When we were young we searched for what we thought it was, looking for the ideal, often coming up short, wondering what was missing. If we were lucky and grew in wisdom, we came to realize our heart had a God-sized hole. Only His perfect love could fill it. Yet, not to force Himself upon us, in unwavering love He patiently waited for our invitation.
With age-old love I have loved you; so I have kept my mercy toward you. Jeremiah 31:3
The Lord is an example of what love is, what it looks like, and how sacrificial it should be. It is constant, loyal, merciful, and in service to others. In marriage, we are called to be a mirror of His love. No matter the difficulties and challenges that arise, (no one is preserved from them), He walks with you, leading you along right paths, if only you cooperate and trust in Him.
For I am the LORD, your God, who grasp your right hand; It is I who say to you, do not fear, I will help you. Isaiah 41:13
You have an important mission in your marriage. You are called to help your spouse get to heaven. (Yes, even if you are constantly telling them to go elsewhere!)
I, the LORD, have called you for justice, I have grasped you by the hand; I formed you, and set you as a covenant for the people, a light for the nations, to open the eyes of the blind, to bring out prisoners from confinement, and from the dungeon, those who live in darkness. Isaiah 42:6-7
Ponder your marital calling. Seek to learn your blind spots that you might see. Consider the emotional prisons you may have entered, as has your spouse. The Lord calls you and/or your spouse out of that darkness and asks you to be light, a light that shines for others. He promises that you will never journey alone. He doesn’t call the equipped, but rather equips the called. When you labor for Him, He provides all you need.
May prayer be your nourishment, as it will strengthen, protect, and fortify you. Ask for the prayers of others, in addition to the prayers we pray on behalf of one another. Be assured that while this virtual, spiritual community is invisible, it remains a powerful force in prayer, storming heaven for you.
Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The fervent prayer of a righteous person is very powerful. James 5:16
Peace, Joy, and Love,
Janet
Recruit more warriors. Say a prayer and pass it on!
