No matter what our circumstances, let us ask God to open doors of opportunity and use us for His purposes.
So often our prayers focus on ourselves. Prosper us Lord, Keep us safe Lord, Give us a happy life Lord and so on. When Paul asked the Church at Colosse to pray for him, he didn’t ask for any of those.
This is how he puts it... Colossians 4 v2-4
"Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison— that I may make it clear, which is how I ought to speak"
Even whilst in prison, Paul is seeking opportunities to share the gospel and we pray that way also. Maybe this is the way to deal with hard times, even when you feel like you’ve got nothing left. Simply asking God to open a door, knowing that if He opens one it will be the right one just for you.
God wants to use whatever situation we’re in. He’s done it time and time again with people who have suffered terribly. In our own personal tragedy and pain, we’re praying that God will use us and the situation for His good. Even writing this on our blog today is a way of God using our suffering to reach out to others and we pray that more doors will open to share His love and great hope in the midst of suffering.
Prayer - Lord, even though I am going through a tough time right now, please would you show me how You want to use this. Please would You open the doors for me to walk through that will enable You to use this for good. Amen
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