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You’re the Vine Lord, But My Branch is Gummed Up ~ Prayer

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Lord, You preserve my life. You rescue me when the enemy runs at me hard. You’re the Vine Lord — I know this. I believe this. And I have an understanding of what this means.

But my branch — my heart and mind — are gummed up with worries.

What is The LongSuffering of God? I Learned Face to Face

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Do you ever think of the longsuffering of God — of His patience with His sons and daughters as we journey with Him on this walk of faith?

I came face-to-face with longsuffering a few years ago.

Or the lack thereof.

My lack.

I’m Asking for Wisdom Lord, but I Can’t Hear a Thing

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Lord, I place my trust in You, I stand on Your Word for it is True. I’m asking for wisdom Lord, but I can’t hear a thing. My ears seem to be clogged. Open my ears that I might hear You.

My desire is to obey You in all things, to walk steadily in Your will. You are not a god of confusion, but a God of peace …

How Can I Know God’s Love Will Never Fail Me?

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I wander in my foggy thoughts; weary steps follow weary steps. I press on, but the mountain is steep. The trail is brutal at times. My mind races. How can I know God’s love will never fail me?

Life has been very difficult for a few years now — I know many that have experienced the same. But in the midst of our struggles, God has remained. His faithfulness has been a bulwark against the work of the enemy.

When the God of the Mountain Has You in a Valley ~ Prayer

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Lord, I love You. I trust You. I offer You praise. You are the God of the mountain, and I know You are also the God of the Valley. But the valley is beginning to weigh heavy on me. Its night is long, shadows dark.

Help me see the light of Your Presence here with me.

What is the Breath of God? Can I Experience It?

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I walked along our country road wondering, thinking about, “What is the breath of God?” Ruach. Beside me fallen leaves rustled and swirled in a gentle breeze that escorted me on my path. I watched and listened, thankful for the cooling of the breeze, pondering the movement of the leaves that seemingly came alive, yet in reality were dead.

And yet the leaves danced in the wind — moved by the powerful breath of God.