Thursday, January 22, 2009

Learning to Pray

When Lagniappe began, we had no idea what to do or where to begin...and our prayers were born out of deep need and desperation rather than piety. Today, having become more "self-sufficient" and organized, we often forget to pray. We forget the one who brings every volunteer, who sends every penny, who holds this place in the palm of His hand and directs the winds and waves. Well, He is reminding us, and drawing us back to Himself. Please pray for our staff today. Many difficult decisions are being made in the next few days that will greatly affect our next few months. We need money for houses, and the anticipated grants are coming later than we expected. Please pray 1) that God would teach us to trust. 2) That God would make it clear what our next steps should be. 3) That God would comfort those who are still without homes (many of whom are our clients). 4) That God would provide the money to build these houses-and provide it quickly. 5) PRAISE Him for His provision, and His promise that "He knows the plans He has for us...plans for wholeness and not for evil, to give us a future and a hope."

2 comments:

Rebecca Dalrymple said...

Amen, SD. We praise God that he is sovereign. And we praise God that he is faithful. And we praise God that his promises are secure. We will pray for all of you, our Lagniappe family, knowing that he hears and answers every prayer.
Becky

Unknown said...

On my knees...
I love you guys and can't wait to be there with y'all this summer.
Tern Love--
Kim