challenge=discovery

Nothing helps us grow like a challenge. Sunday, I invited people to pray outloud from their seats. I wasn't sure what would happen. I worried that the silence might be defeaning. Instead, at both services, we had a marvelous season of prayer as people lifted their petitions and thanksgivings to God. This new prayer effort is definitely of God. I can see people spirits being lifted and commitment being deepened already. I wonder what spiritual discovereies will make next. I can't wait until next Sunday!
plou

Accept the Challenge

This Sunday, September 16, I will lay down a challenge to all the people of CUMC to pray at least 15 minutes daily for the next 60 days. Over that time we will pray, study prayer, and witness to our experiences one-on-one, in small groups and during worship on Sunday morning.
As you know, none of us has time enough to pray, and none of us can afford not to pray. So the question becomes, "What will I give up in order to make time in my day to pray?" The answer will be different for each of us, as will the experience. The result will be that many of us after 60 days will have developed a healthy spiritual habit that will continue for many years to come. I hope you will accept the challenge.
Prayerfully Yours,
plou