Finding Faith in Times of Crisis
Prayer is the single most powerful spiritual weapon we have as parents. Unfortunately too few of us use it effectively. We are called to pray not only during times of crisis but every day — because our Heavenly Father wants to speak to us every day. Just like we love to speak with our own kids, our Father in Heaven loves to hear our prayers.
We must also never forget to give thanks and praise to God during both the good times and the bad. It is too easy for me to focus on what I need and the tough things that my family is facing. When I recall all the good things that we have and all the times the LORD has answered our prayers … that fills me with greater hope and confidence for the future. That is one of the many powers of Praise and Thanksgiving.
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