"God listens to the passionate words of His friends; He is bored with predictable, pious cliches. To be God's friend, you must be honest to God, sharing your true feeling, not what you think you ought to feel or say." ~Rick Warren
Dear God~As a parent, I ask three things of my children: reverence, respect and responsibility. This includes honesty...always. It thrills my heart when they approach me and talk openly from their hearts, thoughts, feelings and experiences.
While I cherish this with them, I can't imagine how You are pleased when You are approached with honesty, reverence, respect and responsibility. Thank You for allowing us to talk openly from our hearts, thoughts, feelings and experiences. Thank You for allowing us to approach You...the Creator of all...as our Father. No pretense. No pious cliches. No attempt to impress You. For in honesty, we build trust. And trusting You...makes all the difference in facing our past, living our present and embracing our future. May we be as real with You as Your love is real for us! ♥~thl
"For I am the Lord, Your God, Who takes hold of Your right hand and says to You, Do not fear; I will help you." Isaiah 41: 13
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