Lack

James 1:2-6 (TNIV)

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.

If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind.

I lack.  I lack Joy this week.  This week I have been surrounded by death.  As a pastor it is tough to hear about the pains of those you love, care for and shepherd during their darkest hours.  The loss of a friend, a child or a parent.  So I sit in silence as I pray to my God.  Emotionally I am done.  Done feeling the weight of the world and the pain that shoulders bare.  I have no more tears.  I am dry.

I lack.  I lack Wisdom this week.  This week I have been surrounded by questions.  Most of the questions have no answers.  I feel empty and useless when I do not respond.  I feel like a waste when I have no answers.  So I ask.

Prayer -

God I lack.  Give me wisdom.  Pour out your Spirit on me.  I do not doubt.  I believe and know you will give me what I lack.  So I wait, on you, Lord.

Comments

[MOM]

Thank you for sharing your heart and exposing your hurt. MOM

[Jen]

Your prayers really speak to me, and I am praying for you in time of hurt. I agree with your mom- thank you.

[Amanda Quillen]

I support you as a leader. I love you as my friend. I'm challenged by your faith. And I pray on your behalf for joy and wisdom. My heart cries to Heaven for the hurting. May His strength be glorified in our weakness. Praying for you this morning friend.