Today, most of my prayers are filled with tears- of thankfulness; of brokenness; of sincerity...; For those hurting and in need; for myself..
And most recently for a lost friend. The worst hurt I have ever known is knowing that someone I love doesn't truly know the Lord. The Lord has given me a heart for the lost. Most of the time, I am so grateful for that, but hurting for others isn't always so easy. I have invested what feels like a thousand tears into praying for the salvation of my dear friend.
There's a line in one of my newest favorite songs, "Just Be Held" by Casting Crowns, that is so special, and that holds so much meaning! It's "Not a tear is wasted. In time, you'll understand. I'm painting beauty with the ashes. Your life is in my hands." I'm learning that God uses every tear, and that not only does He hold my life in is hands, but He is holding onto my lost friend too. I have to trust that He knows exactly what He is doing.
Tonight I am also saying a special prayer for each of you reading this. 1. That you would know the Lord, and live for Him, and 2. For the salvation of each person you have been praying for.
Galations 6:9 says "And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up." Our prayers are not in vain! Don't give up! Let's all stand together and pray for this lost and hurting world!!
Beaming for Jesus,
Brooke Elaine <3
