Praying for others...

As I sit here typing, wondering what today might hold, while still feeling under the weather; I have joy. I have to. There are so many other people who are truly suffering today, that my little pain and discomfort seem so little in comparison. I don't have much energy or strength in this moment, but I can pray. Many times praying for others can bring back our joy. It can help us forget our own trials, it can remind us of God's GREATNESS.

Today I'm praying for a little friend who has RSV. So small, yet such a joy. I truly believe God has great plans for this baby. He comes from one of those stories that helps you realize that God is in control and can take the wrongs of this world and make something beautiful. My little friend is BEAUTIFUl. He makes me smile each day. As he lays in the hospital, I pray for healing and comfort for his little body. I also pray for strength and peace for his family. Nothing is harder, as a parent, than to have to watch your children hurting. That is how I know that MY God has this little one in his hands...He can't stand to see one of his own hurting either.

I'm also praying for a young family, that my sister and her friends have asked prayer for. Here is a lady who has waited for God's timing in having a baby, only to have her and the baby have some medical issues. Life threatening medical issues. I do not know them, but I realize they are a family of faith. I know God has His hands on their little family and will bless them with strength and peace. I pray for this new little life. She is already so loved. What a testimony her life will be...

I've prayed for the young, I will now lift up the older generation. Those dear to my heart, facing their own little trials in health, financial issues, changes and strength. Lord, you know who they are and I give them and their needs to you...

Lord, take my prayers today. Shower your blessings of healing, strength and total peace our way. You are the one true God and you have promised to take care of your own. You always know what is best for your children. Help us have peace with what answers you send our way.