Yesterday was National Big Forehead Day. God bless you if you fall into this category, but I don’t feel His call to pray in this direction. However, tomorrow is Blogger Day. And when I saw this day on the calendar, I immediately thought of my fellow bloggers in Christ who are putting out amazing content for the glory of the Lord. I knew I wanted to pray for all of you.
“Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story—those he redeemed from the hand of the foe,” Psalm 107:2 NIV
God has done great things for us, and whether we have a website or not, we are each called to tell others about the love of God. Jesus often used parables and stories to teach His followers. Story is a wonderful medium to engage another while also getting a message across. And I happen to believe that true stories are the best stories. What better way to share what God has done than by sharing what God has done for you! (More on this next week.)
So today I want to pray Psalm 107:2 – for God to grant wisdom, guidance and the right words to all believers to tell their story– in a coffee shop, on a website, over a meal, or from a pulpit. Join with me.
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Lauren, I would be so appreciative if you would use a translation that does not use specific gender terminology.
The Holy Trinity includes Creator, Redeemer, and Counselor. I believe Scripture reflects cultural influences. At this time, in this place, so many people who need to know God’s love and forgiveness are deafened by what they perceive as a patriarchal, sexist belief.
Thank you for listening. I too grew up with the traditional gendered Trinity. I’m one of five baby-boomer siblings– and am the only one who identifies as Christian. One of my children worries about my patriarchal beliefs. The other is on a track toward ordination. They aren’t kids; they’re in their 50s.
Kris
Kristine, I appreciate knowing your perspective. I sometimes use different translations for different things, but most often use the ones that are considered the most accurate translations. It is important to me to be faithful to the original text. Thank you for sharing your concerns.
As always, praying with you today. This is a lovely prayer. Amen.
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Thank you for praying with me, Paula.
Thank you for praying for us fellow Christian bloggers, Lauren, we so appreciate it! May the Lord bless you in your writing endeavors!
Thank you, Lisa!