Prayers of Hope June, 2020

Dear Friends,

Thank you for lifting up the youth at Indiana United Methodist Children's Home in prayer. The Bible tells us about the power of prayer. Philippians 4:6 says "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your request be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus."

For privacy reasons, we have changed the names in each prayer…but God knows exactly who they are and what they need!

Dear God: We pray for Curtis. He just became an uncle for the first time and is sad that he has not been able to see his new nephew yet. Please let Curtis know that timing is all in Your hands and he will be able to see his nephew soon. Lord, Curtis wants to be a good and caring uncle and role model. Please give him the confidence to be a caring and responsible family member. Lord help Curtis have trust in You and learn Your wonderous ways. In Your name we pray. Amen

Lord, Anne has a probation hearing this month. She is nervous about the outcome. Please help her realize that you are a . Help her to overcome any obstacles leading up to her hearing. Lord, hold Anne in your strong arms as You put Your Godly expectations into practice in productive and purposeful ways. Amen

Dear God: We pray for Josh and Macie as they help in the grief garden. They have been called by You to put forth new skills in gardening and serving You. Let them know that your power, strength and wonderous acts of calling to serve are for real. Amen

Dear God: Jan is worried about her mom going back to work during Covid isolation. Please protect Jan’s mom as she goes to work in a large warehouse. Please give Jan the peace and comfort to alleviate worrying. Let her know that when she walks with You, she can rest at ease in Your life. Thanks to You, Jan and her mom will possess everything they need to face the future with boldness and strength. In Your name we pray, Amen.

Dear Lord: Robert just passed his drivers test and he will be driving soon. He is excited about becoming more independent. Please keep Robert safe as he starts driving. Grant him the wisdom to listen to Your teachings about making good choices as he heads into independent adulthood. Please surround him with a community of faith and help him realize that people care about his happiness and wellbeing. Amen

Dear God: Jannette is full of fear. She does not know what the future holds for her. As adults we know life dispels dark shadows and the best way to deal with uncertainty is to shine a light into dark places. Help us reassure Jannette that her future looks bright and through Your unwavering strength, all things are possible. Amen

Dear God: Please give our Family Teachers wisdom to teach about the unrest in our nation with compassion and comfort. In Your name we pray, Amen.