My heart aches for those without the Truth.

Society is so far from the Lord that it is sometimes scary the direction of our country, communities, families, and the church. I work with a tough population so I see some of how our choices affect the future; from parenting styles, to family involvement, to addictions, to young mothers, and even cultural differences. I see how we as people shape others... and I cant help but think that we need to be mentoring and shaping youngsters into young men and women of God. That their lives and choices that are made can be positively shaped if they only knew that their lives had purpose. For a society that was supposedly based on Christianity how have be gotten so far from the truth. I am not doubting that this nation is still based on Christianity but I do see a disconnect from the Truth the central word of the Lord, the constant study, reflection, conviction, gathering together and discussing, singing hymns, and spurring one another... we need to get back to the central root to our existence... there is nothing like a good hymn sing, or a potluck church dinner, or a bible study with friends, or prayer that continues for hours and no one checks their watches... there is nothing like focusing solely on the Lord despite our crazy, hectic schedules...

I am guilty as any to be away from this... but when I see people lost with out the Lord I am reminded of my job, to reach out to them, to share Christ's love and sacrifice... I pray for boldness, for strength, for opportunities, for your will oh Lord to be done.... Father use me... shape me, make my feet move, and my hands reach out to the world... help me use my gifts for you, and not selfishly keep them to myself, take anyway my anxiety of life... let me life life... and keeping my eyes fixed on you... empty me Lord, may my every breath be in tune to your sovereign reign over my life... its not because of me Lord... but it is because you have willed for me to live this day... help me not waste the day.... I plead Lord heal me from my anxiety.... I don't want that to hinder my life any longer... break the chains... search me, know me, convict me...

may all the glory be given to you oh Lord, the perfecter, sustainer, provider today and forevermore... may your name be praised and may you receive the glory from every tribe and tongue and nations to come... watch over those who love you, for call upon your name... may your will be done in their lives... may you give strength to the missionaries around the world father... may you guide their steps....