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“if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land.”- 2 Chronicles 7:14

I was just reading over BibleGateway's Verse of the Day.

Does anyone know how to pray?  When I do it less, I tend to forget.  I ought to remember who I'm praying to.  He's the same God that watched over me as a child.  He's the same God that kept me safe from harm, time and time again.  I can recall moments where accidental flicks of my wrist should have resulted in impaling scissors into my eyes.  God protected me by placing glasses upon my face.  The same God that loves me and guides me ... how can I forget Him?

Only into His word may He reveal Himself to me on this special day.  Time to get started; here is my song.
A psalm of David:

(Psalm 4 - TNIV)

    1 Answer me when I call to you,
       my righteous God.
       Give me relief from my distress;
       have mercy on me and hear my prayer.

    2 How long will you men turn my glory into shame?
       How long will you love delusions and seek false gods?

    3 Know that the LORD has set apart his faithful servant for himself;
       the LORD hears when I call to him.

    4 Tremble and do not sin;
       when you are on your beds,
       search your hearts and be silent.

    5 Offer the sacrifices of the righteous
       and trust in the LORD.

    6 Many, LORD, are asking, "Who will bring us prosperity?"
       Let the light of your face shine on us.

    7 Fill my heart with joy
       when their grain and new wine abound.

    8 In peace I will lie down and sleep,
       for you alone, LORD,
       make me dwell in safety.

-- I thought of a tune while singing it :D

• Don't show favoritism

       If a man walks up and looks all scraggly and stuff; don't shun him off.  If a man is less attractive, or only shows rudeness -- while showing much need and desire for growth, don't oppose him.  Treat the man equal with the rich people who sit among you.

• Let your deeds be an open expression of your faith

       Christ's will is not a spectator sport.  Do you love Christ?  He died for you; is it unreasonable to show him your love in return?  Let your deeds be an expression of your love for Christ and your faith -- because it certainly will not save you.