H.E.L.P.

“Help!”

That’s the cry that escapes my lips when I lift up anything confusing, upsetting or unsettling to God. I find I cry this often – so often that I have made an acronym to remember that I am not crying out an empty plea but that my plea has a focus and a listener.

My acronym is this:

H – Have

E – Everything

L – Lifted in

P – Prayer

We know that in prayer we have a connection to God through our Intercessor Jesus Christ. When we pray we ask through Him for those things that are on our hearts.

I have found that in many situations I don’t have the time or emotional stamina to pray a long time. I need to call for HELP immediately.

When I say the word HELP – I know to whom I am calling. I know He listens and answers. I know He brings the only peace that will sustain me.

Here are some Scripture promises that can go with my HELP prayer.

“For with God nothing shall be impossible” (Luke 1:37 KJV).

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28 NIV).

but those who hope in the LORD
will renew their strength.
They will soar on wings like eagles;
they will run and not grow weary,
they will walk and not be faint. (Isaiah 40:31 NIV).

When you feel you need help – call out H.E.L.P and rest in God’s promises.

Prayer:

Father, thank You for being right here all the time. I know I can cry out to You and You will be here with me. As I cry HELP remind me it is You where I can get my strength and my peace through hard times. In Jesus’ name. AMEN.

My Gratitude List for this week (I’m up to 177)

hot cup of ginger tea first thing in the morning
a good night’s sleep
a cute smiling baby
John 3:16
The Lord is my Shepherd – I sang it driving home
the various shades of green this spring
beautiful boat ride
chance to go on a mission trip (3rd time) to Poland
the sound of thunder – reminds me of the power of God
hubby who grocery shops with a list
my washing machine (no by hand or wringer washer)

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Jan Cox

Jan, a former school teacher and small business owner, found a new passion in writing in her retirement. She has published two devotionals and a number articles for magazines and a Bible study. She is owner of Under the Cover of Prayer and moderates the site. She also writes at A Better Way. Jan has written a children’s book in which she is also the watercolour illustrator. She hopes to publish it this year.