"Be joyful always; pray continually;
give thanks in all circumstances,
for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus"
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
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I got up early one morning
and rushed right into the day;
I had so much to accomplish
that I didn't have time to pray.
Problems just tumbled about me
and heavier came each task;
"Why doesn't God help me?" I wondered
He said, "But you didn't ask."
I wanted to see joy and beauty
but the day toiled on, gray and bleak;
I wondered why God didn't show me.
He said,"But you didn't seek"
I tried to come into God's presence;
I used all the keys at the lock.
God gently and lovingly chided
"My child, you didn't knock."
I woke up early this morning
And paused before entering the day.
I had so mush to accomplish
That I had to take time to Pray.
~ Author Unknown.
most often than not, the poem above pretty much sums up my prayer life.
Linking to Spiritual Sunday !!
A great reminder Ruth to keep God first. Enjoy the weekend.
ReplyDeleteThat sums up many of us doesn't it? I read on someones blog that if she wakes up at night, instead of worrying about being tired the next day and getting all stressed, she uses that time as unexpected time with God. I now do the same...it has been a blessing.
ReplyDeleteAhhh, a day is just not right without seeking God first! Thank you, Ruth, for posting this!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Carolyn ~ Cottage Sunshine
Dear Ruth,
ReplyDeleteAnother inspiring and warm post. Love it. Reminds us to put God first and not only remember HIM when things are good, but even more when things are lousy.
Wishing you a lovely weekend. :)
I like this, Ruth! Have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteMildred, thank you. you do the same...
ReplyDeleteAnita, thats so nice.. i too want to do that. i will do that..:) thanks for sharing!
Carolyn, no its not right without seeking God first! thanks for coming by.
Catheryn, thank you dear... you have a lovely weekend yourself!
Karen, have a good weekend yourself. thank you!!
This is making me feel happy Ruth.
ReplyDeleteHappy weekend :)
Thanks for the reminder to keep prayer a priority. Much is accomplished when we take time to ask, seek and knock. Blessings, Susy
ReplyDeleteHi Ruth..I do pray alot I pray in the morning, all during the day and at night. Have a wonderful weekend :)
ReplyDeleteAnamika, thanks for visiting girl! Hope you're enjoying your weekend..:)
ReplyDeleteSusy, so true... much is accomplished when we pray.
Judy, how nice.. i need to learn to pray as much you you do. i don't pray as much as i need to... most of the times..:)
Hello Ruth, We can be so selfish and thoughtless..I am just as guilty. A great soul searching poem. God Bless you heaps. CML xx
ReplyDeletegreat reminder...When I pray first thing before I start the day....everything goes so much better. Have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean, we cam rush troughs hat day and not think let alone speak to God!!!
ReplyDeleteBut our Lord wants to have a continual conversation with us, what a privilege that our king wants us to speak to him all the time.
What a sweet poem! Thanks for sharing with us Ruth!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this beautiful verse! I had to giggle though when I saw the cartoon, it is sooooo like my hubby who was raided by an atheist mother but he IS learning and that's what counts. Have a great weekend, Nan
ReplyDeleteWonderful poem Ruth! Great reminder to pray and that HE does respond ... but first we must let him know... after all he can't do it all for us ~ how would we learn.. xo HHL
ReplyDeleteWhat a great post, so true.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing….
Blessings,
Virginia
Very sweet poem. One we all need to remember.
ReplyDeleteJocelyn
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:) Great post. Have seen that poem before but I never get tired of it.
ReplyDeleteIt reminds us to slow down and get on our knees!
This describes me on too many occasions. Thank you for the gentle reminder.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Charlotte
Great message here!
ReplyDeleteSatan just loves to keep us busy doesn't he. This has been on my mind all week - thankyou :)
ReplyDeleteThis is a wonderful reminder for all of us...keeping God at the forefront of every day...every event...every moment! God bless.
ReplyDeleteYikes!! Guilty ... then I catch myself & correct myself.
ReplyDeleteGreat share ...
Have a BOO-TEA-FUL weekend.
TTFN ~ Hugs, Marydon
This is beautiful Ruth! I really like this. Have a great weekend my friend!
ReplyDeleteMama Hen
I appreciate this post. This is a sweet poem and we all need to follow the advice given here. Thank you. Blessings Anne
ReplyDeleteRuth,
ReplyDeleteIsn't that the truth!!!
Excellent reminder. Sooooo soooo true.
ReplyDeleteRuth, thank you for your sweet comment on my blog regarding Todd and our journey with cancer. I'm grateful for your words and prayers.
God bless,
Rachel
You are so wonderful Sis, its a blessing to my heart each time you leave me a note...Thanks so much for being you and for sharing this touching poem too..
ReplyDeleteSonday and new week blessings atcha Sweet Sister in Christ~~~Hugs Dena
Ruth, thanks for stopping by my place and leaving your sweet comment. I have always loved this poem (quote) about taking time to pray. Thanks for sharing it with all of us!
ReplyDeletethank you all sweet sisters, for visiting me. Blessings,
ReplyDeleteRuth
Thanks for sharing that, reminding us to pray in the mornings.
ReplyDeleteCathy, yes.. i'm reminding myself everyday. thank you for stopping by.
ReplyDeleteLove it. Great reminder. Bless you!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Ruth, for posting this lovely poem. Such a great reminder that God can't answer what we don't ask.
ReplyDeleteMany thanks for visiting Thistle Cove Farm; hope you return soon and often.
Ruth, this poem sums up so well how much we need to pray and pray with bold humility.
ReplyDeletebeautiful poem, thanks for posting Ruth.
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