Dick Ivey

Children…grandchildren!

Oh, my Father, being a parent and a grandparent I get just an inkling of how Your heart is warmed and saddened by how Your children do well and poorly in their lives. I am grateful You do not have grandchildren, but I am often in tears as I pray for those You have given […]

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Teach me to pray…

Dear God, my Father, Oh how I want to honor Your holy name. Please keep my focus on the majesty and holiness of Your precious name. I desperately want Your Kingdom to present itself here on earth, just as it is in heaven, and that right soon. Please keep my mind and heart full of

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Wonderful grace…Thank You!

LORD, Jesus, please help me be patient and trust You with all those things I can’t control. Even in my weakest times I know your answer may take a little time, but I can—and will—trust You to take care of whatever worries me.. I trust in Your love. My heart is happy because You saved

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Hide me in your grace…

Father, God, when I see the devastation of Hurricane Ian, I realize I will never be in control of my life circumstances, and  I pray You will teach me to learn to relax and trust in Your control. I want to seek You and know You in greater depth and breadth—rather than striving for a predictable, safe

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My Faith Rests…PTL!

Good morning, my Father. It is a glorious day to be alive in Your world. I ask only for Your tender directions on how I can best serve You today. Keep my thoughts from sinful things and point me toward someone with whom I can share the marvels of Your grace and love. I love

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Draw me nearer, LORD!

Dear LORD, sometimes I forget my life on earth is not all there is, and when I do, I run from adversity. Please cause me to remember my lifespan here is minuscule, compared to the Glory awaiting me in heaven. Help me today to view my life through this big picture perspective. I desperately want

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Thanksgiving…in all things!

Dear LORD, O, My Father, You’ve been teaching me to thank You for hard times and difficult journeys—trusting that, through them, You accomplish Your best work. And I’m learning that needing You is the key to knowing You intimately, which is the gift above all gifts! Help me always give thanks for all things to

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Help me Trust in tough times…

O, God, help me to not worry about the daily necessities of life–about what I will wear, eat, or drink. You have always provided food, clothing, and shelter for me–for You are Jehovah Jireh–my God who provides. Help me to seek Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. I desire to seek You with all my heart.

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