I was reminded today as I read 1 Timothy that God has called us to pray, petition, and intercede for, and on the behalf of all people. This includes your boss, coworker, neighbor, cranky lady at the check out and yes even the guy who cut you off this morning on your way to work.
I have determined to put this into practice in one simple way. Each time I have a conflict with a person, I will stop and pray for that person prior to addressing the issue. The prayer can be as simple as "God, I know that you have a plan for all of us and I lift up (insert name) and pray that you will have a hand in resolving the conflict that is causing mistrust in our relationship".
Each day as I step into the fire of life I need to remember that I carry a promise that is much bigger than the problems of this world and I have a light within me that if allowed to shine will add light to the dark places.
1 Timothy 2:1-6
I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people—for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.This is good, and pleases God our Savior,who wants all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth.For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus,who gave himself as a ransom for all people.
Today I would like to tell you about a friend of mine who is in the middle of a Mountain Top Experience. Gretchen Weller is a devoted wife and mother of three beautiful children, she plays a mean bass guitar, and loves God with all her heart. It came as a shock to us all when she was recently diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. My family and I began to pray daily for the Weller's. As we prayed God began to tug on my heart to step out and do more than just pray. It was at that point that I began the above painting. As I painted I prayed for strength and peace for Gretchen and her family as they fight to conquer the mountain that has been placed before them. Below is a video where I invite you to pray along with me and join in supporting the Weller family. Prints of this painting are available by clicking the buy print link above and all proceeds will go to support the Weller Family. If you wish to make a cash donation to support the Weller's please visit their support site at Youcaring.com.
Support the Weller Family as they fight stage 4 Cancer.
I was reminded today as I read 1 Timothy that God has called us to pray, petition, and intercede for, and on the behalf of all people. This includes your boss, coworker, neighbor, cranky lady at the check out and yes even the guy who cut you off this morning on your way to work. 
