For March 15th:

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in verything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7

“The Power of a Praying Parent…Psshh,…yeah right,” I mumbled as I passed that well- worn book sitting on what was once my mother’s table. I wandered out loud how Stormie Omartian (Author, The Power of a Praying Parent, 1995) could have ever sold over 10 million copies of that book. I had been a praying parent, but was finding no power in those prayers. Where was the power? In the 40 seconds it took me to give that book the eye roll and spew sarcasm all around, it only took about 5 more seconds to hear the words I needed for that moment. “How dare you question the power of prayer, Bonnie White,” I found myself rebuking. “What has He saved you and your children from thus far of which you are unaware?” I continued. Feeling ashamed of my doubt, yet comforted by His power, I leafed through the pages of the book, as I had countless times before. Stormie reminded me that God didn’t promise me nothing bad would ever happen to my child, but that praying released the power of God to work in his life and I could have more peace in the process. Thank you, Stormie. I’m sorry I spewed sarcasm on your book. Thank You, God. I’m sorry I ever doubt You or the power of this humbled praying parent. Thank You for the gift and privilege of prayer.

Bonnie White