Praying Through Psalm 71

Hey guys, I shared a video awhile back that talked about God’s Word, praying God’s Word and pouring your heart out.  I talked about getting into God’s Word and how important I believe that is.  I thought maybe today I would show you an example of how I do this.  I know that we are not to change God’s Word for any reason and that is not my intention in doing this, so please know that up front.  However, I do believe we can use God’s Word as a guide to prayer.  I have done this from time to time over the years, but it was not until I read Beth Moore’s book, Praying God’s Word, that I really started doing this often.  So when I decided to read the Bible again this year, but instead go book by book, I thought this might be a great addition to my reading.  So as I read, I journal my prayers to go along with what I am reading.  Right now I am in the Psalms and I cannot tell you how many times God has already spoken straight to my heart and prayers through His Word.  The Psalms are tricky for me because David talks a lot about his enemies and what he would have God do to them.  I don’t feel like I have any earthly enemies, praise you Father for that, but I know that we all have spiritual enemies and they fight against us regularly (Ephesians 6).  This is one of the many reason we need to know God’s Word and what it says, so that we can fight these battles through Him.  We have been given all we need to battle the enemy of this world and any he would use against us!  In Ephesians, we are given armor to protect us.  So I encourage you again today to get in His Word, know His Word and in knowing His Word you will find Him.  Our God, Jesus our Savior and the Holy Spirit are One!  One who deeply loves us, One who is always for us and One who wants to walk in the closest relationship with us.  I pray right now that you will lean into to Him today ♥️ 

My prayer through Psalm 71

Father I thank you that we can come to you for protection.  I thank you that you do what is right.  Father I thank you that you turn your ear to listen to me and you have set me free.  Father you are my rock and my safety and I can hide in you.  You give the order to save me, for you are my rock and my fortress!  I thank you Father for I have always known this to be true ♥️ V5 O Lord, my Father you alone are my hope.  I have trusted you Lord since childhood.  Yes, you have been with me from birth.  Father I thank you that I truly know this!  I don’t remember a single day that you didn’t love me and this overwhelms my heart ♥️ V6 Yes, you have been with me since birth; from my mother’s womb you have cared for me.  No wonder I am always praising you.  V7 Father (let) my life be an example to many because you have been my strength and protection.  V8 Let me never stop praising you, let me declare your glory all day long!  V9 Father now, in my old age, I thank you that you will not set me aside.  You will not abandon me when my strength fails.  I thank you that you have never left me and your Word says you never will (Hebrews 13:5) V12 Father don’t stay away, thank you that you hurry to help us.  Father we all need your help every single day.  You are our hope!  V14 Father let me praise you more and more, for you are worthy of so much praise!  Let me tell everyone about your righteousness.  Let me proclaim your saving power all day long.  Even though I am not skilled with words, I pray you will use me. V16 I will praise you for your mighty deeds, O Sovereign Lord.  I will tell everyone that you alone are just.  V17 Father I thank you that you have taught me from my earliest childhood, let me constantly tell others about the wonderful things you do.  V18 Father now that I am old and gray, I thank you because I know you will not abandon me.  Let me proclaim your mighty miracles to all who come after me.  Father let us learn to pray and believe and see your mighty miracles.  You are a God who still does miraculous things.  V19 Your righteousness reaches to the highest heavens, you are beyond my understanding!  You do such wonderful things!  Father help us to trust you even when we don’t see you or understand your ways, for no one can compare to you!  V23 Father I will sing praises to you.  I will shout for joy and sing your praises for you have ransomed me.  V24 I will tell about your righteous deeds all day long.  Thank you Father for this day and for time in your Word.  I love you with all of my heart and I pray all of this in the beautiful name of your son Jesus, amen ♥️

Ephesians 6:10-18 NLT

A final word: Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of the devil. For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places. Therefore, put on every piece of God’s armor so you will be able to resist the enemy in the time of evil. Then after the battle you will still be standing firm. Stand your ground, putting on the belt of truth and the body armor of God’s righteousness. For shoes, put on the peace that comes from the Good News so that you will be fully prepared. In addition to all of these, hold up the shield of faith to stop the fiery arrows of the devil. Put on salvation as your helmet, and take the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere.