Honestly, I thought I would have some glowing update. That the earth moved, the clouds parted and all my answers came down from the sky. Well, maybe not all that. However, what I found is that need to be more disciplined, and I need to keep seeking. As i decided to fast and pray my attitude began to decline. I did commit time to fasting and praying, even when it was challenging. Sometimes I had to fast dinner because I could not do lunch. Not everyday went as planned, of course! However, as I prayed I found myself struggling to be still. I have become increasingly restless and panicked. This may be exactly where the devil wants me! Therefore, I need to keep it up. I am going to scale back my prayers even more. What I mean by that is to make them even more simple. Just to be still, to let him take my panic and unrest, turn it into contentment.

Is it possible you need to simplify your prayers? If I cannot take the time adjust and commit to my prayer life, how I can expect to commit to the things he has called me to do? That is the one point that struck me this week. I can’t wait to update you in a couple of weeks.

 Rejoice always, 17 pray continually, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18