I Prayed for You Today (Yes, You!)

If you are reading this blog, you were at the center of my prayers this morning.

Some of you I know by name.

Some of you, I know by your geographic location, because I’m able to track my visitors and see where you are in the world.

Some of you, I know by anonymous postings to my blog entries.

And some of you, I know by long and deep friendships or family ties.

Whether I knew your face or not, I prayed for you this morning. Many I prayed for individually.

I prayed for my regular visitors in Pakistan. I don’t know what you are experiencing with the Taliban’s resurgence, but I am concerned about you.

You are on my mind and in my heart – and in God’s heart.

I prayed for my regular visitors in India. I don’t know if you are Christian, Hindu or Muslim. I don’t know if you are being persecuted for being a Christian or if you are of another faith that regards Christians with suspicion. But I know of the turmoil taking place within India.

You are on my mind and in my heart – and in God’s heart.

I prayed for a regular visitor in Sao Palo, Brazil. You translated one of my most recent posts about “The Disembodied Voice” into Portuguese. I prayed that this entry answered some questions for you or gave you strength.

You are on my mind and in my heart – and in God’s heart.

I prayed for regular visitors in the Philippines; in Christchurch, New Zealand; in Australia; in London, England; Hamburg, Germany; Bangkok, Thailand … and in New Jersey, Georgia, Colorado, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Virginia, Florida, Arizona, Ohio. You are my most faithful readers, did you know it? I don’t know your circumstances, but I prayed that you would be filled with grace and peace today.

You are on my mind and in my heart – and in God’s heart.

By name, I prayed for my friends and work colleagues who visit the blog. I am honored that you think enough of my writing to read it. I hope that in some small way these blogs will connect you to the One who loves you.

You are on my mind and in my heart – and in God’s heart.

By name, I prayed for my family members. Some know Jesus personally. Some don’t and are still searching. Wherever you find yourself, I covet the knowledge of God’s love for you.

You are on my mind and in my heart – and in God’s heart.

And if you are one of the pastors or leaders or attendees at Quest Community Church, I prayed for you. You are the reason I started blogging. You are the reason my spirit is continually re-ignited with passion for a Holy and loving God. You are the light that shines in the darkest places, unabashedly, boldly and courageously.

You are on my mind and in my heart – and in God’s heart.

I prayed for you today. (Yes, you!)

Do you want me to pray for anything specific for you? Post it here or send an email to me at randrwriting@gmail.com.

I will pray for you. I will lift your name to the One who has dreams for your life that you can’t imagine, the One who treasures you as His Kingdom Treasure, the One who loves you, loves you.

Loves YOU.

How can I pray for you today?