There's so much to learn from David and his psalms. Yes, I remember the "church clothes" thing. It's still a thing for some of us, although not as much as back then. For those of us singing in the choir, it matters more.
There was no complaining or grumbling, but we had a rather beautiful "prayer moment" in small group last week. We have an "unusual" group. It wouldn't be right to go into detail, but this is an on-campus group classified as "closed, special needs". I'm the leader. I usually say the opening prayer, and I'm no "pro" at it. (We have a couple of "pros" for the closing prayer, which is more extensive, and I contribute. And I take refuge in 1 Cor. 12:18.)
This last week I asked if anyone else would like to open, and one of the "really specials" volunteered. It was the most jumbled prayer I have ever heard, and it was wonderful. That was very special. We can do things like that in our group.
The group is unlisted. This is necessary, unfortunately, because not all of the "regulars" can be depended upon to interact well with "specials". That suits me fine, and I have been looking about for other "specials" to invite, while still keeping it small. I am very glad to be part of this group.
Love that "jumbled prayer" part. I love to hear prayers that are real and from the heart especially if the are jumbled, it brings humility and realness. I have heard many prayers that sounded perfect but left me empty.
That's really cool. The Bible is clear that God ignores the outside. He's much more concerned about what is happening on the inside, buried in people's hearts. To be clear, there is nothing wrong with church clothes or showing God the respect he is owed, but even when we're a mess, he knows why and values our honesty and sincerity above all.
This is amazing. I would add that many times we also grumble and then complain to the wrong people before we come to God. Or we come to God, don’t want to wait for the answer, then go and grumble and complain to others and get mad at God as we try to solve our own problems. So much goodness here to reflect on friend.
I agree David. I would think that God would much rather hear an honest complaint with faith in His help rather than an unthankful gripe.
There's so much to learn from David and his psalms. Yes, I remember the "church clothes" thing. It's still a thing for some of us, although not as much as back then. For those of us singing in the choir, it matters more.
There was no complaining or grumbling, but we had a rather beautiful "prayer moment" in small group last week. We have an "unusual" group. It wouldn't be right to go into detail, but this is an on-campus group classified as "closed, special needs". I'm the leader. I usually say the opening prayer, and I'm no "pro" at it. (We have a couple of "pros" for the closing prayer, which is more extensive, and I contribute. And I take refuge in 1 Cor. 12:18.)
This last week I asked if anyone else would like to open, and one of the "really specials" volunteered. It was the most jumbled prayer I have ever heard, and it was wonderful. That was very special. We can do things like that in our group.
The group is unlisted. This is necessary, unfortunately, because not all of the "regulars" can be depended upon to interact well with "specials". That suits me fine, and I have been looking about for other "specials" to invite, while still keeping it small. I am very glad to be part of this group.
Love that "jumbled prayer" part. I love to hear prayers that are real and from the heart especially if the are jumbled, it brings humility and realness. I have heard many prayers that sounded perfect but left me empty.
That's really cool. The Bible is clear that God ignores the outside. He's much more concerned about what is happening on the inside, buried in people's hearts. To be clear, there is nothing wrong with church clothes or showing God the respect he is owed, but even when we're a mess, he knows why and values our honesty and sincerity above all.
This is amazing. I would add that many times we also grumble and then complain to the wrong people before we come to God. Or we come to God, don’t want to wait for the answer, then go and grumble and complain to others and get mad at God as we try to solve our own problems. So much goodness here to reflect on friend.
Also very true! Great insight.