Tuesday, December 24, 2013

50 States of Pray: South Africa



Lord God, Father,

Tonight, the night before Christmas, I want to thank You for giving us Your Son. The truth is that His short life on Earth was a game-changer. Your love for us goes so much deeper, so much further than we can even begin to imagine, and without that love, my life, everything I could possibly achieve... everything would have been meaningless.

Thank You, Lord, for the many blessings you've sent my way, and across the way of my loved ones. And thank You for the many opportunities You gave for us to bless others. I pray that next year, I'll learn how to use those chances even better.

Tonight, I want to pray for my country, still settling into a new era now that President Mandela has joined You in heaven. I ask that those appointed to lead our nation do so to the best of their ability. I pray that You guide them, Lord, and guide each of us as members of the nation to find ways to build it into something even stronger, more united than it is today.

I also ask that you be with people who lost loved ones this year. Christmas is a difficult time when those we love are missing from the feast. Please wrap them in Your love, and be with them in noticeable ways as their wounds heal.

Lastly, I want to pray down Your blessing on my family, my friends and their families and friends, and theirs. And theirs. Lead us, strengthen us, and open our eyes to the amazing things You do for us.

I pray this in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior.

Amen.

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life
John 3:16

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27 comments:

  1. CWMartinDecember 24, 2013 at 8:07 PM

    I lend my voice to your prayers for your nation. Have a Merry Christmas!

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  2. RobinDecember 24, 2013 at 8:17 PM

    You covered a great deal of territory, Misha. Yes, Christmas is hard when loved ones are not at the table. I pray, too, for those people who are hurting. Many blessings to you, your family, and your country this year! Merry Christmas!!!

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  3. AnonymousDecember 24, 2013 at 8:41 PM

    Hi, Misha! Thank you for sharing this prayer. Merry Christmas!

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  4. Alex J. CavanaughDecember 24, 2013 at 9:14 PM

    Amen! I posted the same scripture.
    Have a blessed Christmas, Misha.

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  5. HuntressDecember 24, 2013 at 10:17 PM

    An excellent prayer and not just for South Africa but for the world.
    A Blessed Day to you and yours.
    Author of Wilder Mage at Spirit Called
    Facebook Wilder Mage

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  6. Philip Verghese 'Ariel'December 24, 2013 at 10:55 PM

    Have a blessed Day
    Great points
    Keep Going

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  7. Bish DenhamDecember 24, 2013 at 11:03 PM

    Amen and Amen. Merry Christmas to you and your family, Misha.

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  8. L. Diane WolfeDecember 24, 2013 at 11:33 PM

    Big Amen to that, Misha!

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  9. Frankie MillerDecember 25, 2013 at 12:16 AM

    We should all be grateful for His blessings.
    Nice blog. Happy Christmas

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  10. dolorahDecember 25, 2013 at 6:15 AM

    A beautiful prayer Misha.

    ....dhole

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  11. Donna SmithDecember 25, 2013 at 7:48 AM

    And I pray that your prayers are answered.
    Thanks for sharing this!

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  12. Sheena-kay GrahamDecember 25, 2013 at 10:10 AM

    Now this is a prayer packed with blessings, wishes and hope. Lovely Misha, thanks for sharing. Merry Christmas.

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  13. Michelle WallaceDecember 25, 2013 at 5:19 PM

    A beautiful prayer, Misha!
    And yes, our leadership need God's guidance to keep this beautiful country on the correct path. Amen.
    Have a wonderful, peaceful and blessed Christmas...
    Writer In Transit

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  14. SuzanneDecember 25, 2013 at 6:45 PM

    Amen to your powerful prayer Misha :) Bloghopping from England!
    Suzanne @ Suzannes Tribe
    xx

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  15. Michael Di GesuDecember 26, 2013 at 5:23 PM

    May your prayer be realized. I could;t agree more!

    I hope you had a lovely Christmas, Misha and may 2014 continue to be a growing and rewarding year! You have given so much of yourself this year and we all appreciate your efforts. ALL THE BEST!!!!

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  16. Hilary Melton-ButcherDecember 26, 2013 at 8:40 PM

    Hi Misha - I couldn't agree more with your sentiments - the leaders really do need get their act together .. and lead as true leaders.

    I thought I spotted a zebra and thus your prayer would be for all African wildlife - I'm sure it is .. but I had to add the thought in to the prayer fest ...

    Have a blessed and peaceful time ... Hilary

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  17. AnonymousDecember 26, 2013 at 10:16 PM

    Such a beautiful prayer! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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  18. NicoleDecember 27, 2013 at 3:03 AM

    Beautiful prayer! Hope you enjoyed your Christmas!

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  19. UnknownDecember 27, 2013 at 2:41 PM

    Amen.

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  20. Frankie MillerDecember 28, 2013 at 12:55 PM

    Hi Misha
    This is a wonderful prayer. :Have a wonderful New Year.
    Blessings.

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  21. AnonymousDecember 28, 2013 at 1:54 PM

    Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving a comment. Yes, we did cover some of the same ground. I like the informal style of your prayer. Every blessing for 2014. Sue

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  22. Elizabeth MarroDecember 28, 2013 at 10:52 PM

    A beautiful prayer. Glad to finally get to your blog. Good luck with your writing and have a wonderful new year!

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  23. UnknownDecember 29, 2013 at 12:05 PM

    Thank you for sharing such a beautiful and heartfelt prayer with us :-)

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  24. BethieDecember 29, 2013 at 11:07 PM

    Beautiful Prayer. Blessings in 2014

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  25. DobsonDecember 30, 2013 at 2:05 AM

    A very poignant prayer you shared. I wish all the best for South Africa not only in the coming year but those to come.

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  26. ChanceletDecember 30, 2013 at 3:45 AM

    Great telling of the Good News and wonderful blessing. Have a wonderful 2014! Writer’s Mark

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  27. Deniz BevanDecember 30, 2013 at 5:20 PM

    I'll join my prayers to yours, Misha.

    Happy new year!

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