Dick Ivey

Others, LORD, yes Others…

Dear Father, today my heart is heavy for folks whom I love. As I call them out to You, please, LORD, grant healing and comfort and grace to: Betty, who just had her hip replaced…quick recovery and restoration to health, the people of Israel in the midst of their war…peace in Jerusalem, John, who is […]

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Always in Prayer

LORD, Jesus, I know a successful day is one in which I have stayed in touch with You, even if many things remain undone at the end of the day. . . Regardless of what ever else I am doing today, tune my heart to sing Your Praise. When communicating with You is my highest

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FOCUS!

O, God, my loving and gracious Father, I’ve found the key to steadiness in my life is to set You continually before me. I flounder at my peril when I forget to do this intentionally and daily. When I make You my Focus, I can walk more steadily along my life-path. Keep me focused today…on You alone, please

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I’m not at home here, PTL!!

Dear LORD, if my life on earth were all there is, it might be reasonable to run from adversity and seek a life of pleasure. However, my earthly lifespan is so short, compared with the Glory that awaits me in heaven. A large part of learning to trust You is reminding myself my life needs

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When I am afraid, there is YOU!

Dear LORD, my God, whenever I start to feel insecure about anything and sometimes everything, please make Your presence crystal clear. I promise to talk to You about my fears and concerns. When I am prone to worry, help me affirm my trust in You, regardless of my circumstances. This I pray every day in

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