“Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever! Amen.” Eph. 3:20-21
Heavenly Father, on this April Friday, we are grateful for your non-stop commitment to work in all things for our good and every storyline for your glory—no exceptions. You are never shocked, stumped, or taken by surprise. You aren’t just the Alpha and Omega, but every other Greek letter, nanosecond, and square inch in between. May we fear measurably less, as we trust you to do immeasurably more than we can ask or imagine.
Today our prayer lists contain all-sized requests, which we gladly bring to you, the God of all grace. Biggies, mid-size, and “trifles” matter to you because we matter to you. As this day begins, some of us are sitting in ER’s—a bit nervous, not knowing what we don’t know yet. May your peace rule as an umpire in our hearts as we, as you continue to rule over every cricket and crucible.
Some of us are navigating changes and transitions we didn’t see coming. Keep us from resentment and shame. Others are wondering how the wedding will play out this weekend when all four sides of the family—not just two, show up. Have mercy on us, Abba!
Then there are those of us in “prom” and graduation season—helping our just-yesterday’s toddlers with the vulnerabilities of romance, college stuff, and “launching” prep. How’d that happen so quickly, Father?
Our lists are longer because your heart is bigger. You know our loved ones whose salvation we doubt; our friends with chronic suffering for whom we crave nothing short of a miracle; and the things we have going on inside of us which feel both sad and mad. You gave Jesus to us and for us. Thank you. We can, and we will, trust you. So Very Amen.