A daily entry written by Sarah Young's "Jesus Calling:  Enjoying Peace in His Presence", as if Jesus is speak to each reader, from several days ago:

"Lie down in green pastures of Peace. Learn to unmind whenever possible, resting in the Presence of your Shepherd. This electronic age keeps My children 'wired' much of the time, too tense to find Me in the midst of their moments. I built into your very being the need for rest. How twisted the world has become when people feel guilty about meeting this basic need! How much time and energy they waste by being always on the go, rather than taking time to seek My direction for their lives.

"I have called you to walk with Me down paths of Peace. I want you to blaze a trail for others who desire to live in My peaceful Presence. I have chosen you less for your strengths than for your weaknesses, with amplify your need for Me. Depend on Me more and more, and I will shower Peace on all your paths."

~ Taken from Psalm 23:1 - 3; Genesis 2:2 - 3; Luke 1:79

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Praying prayers '31 Days' written by Focus on the Family.

Prayer for Friday:

DAY 24:  Pray for racial tensions in America.

"Heavenly Father,

Some wounds only You can salve. I ask You to calm the racial tensions in America. Bring peace and understanding to our communities. Saturate our nation with love only possible through You. Give leaders wisdom and spark believers across the country to lead the way to harmony by example. In Jesus' name. Amen."

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Prayer for Saturday:

Day 7:  Pray for our nation's schools and educational system.

"Heavenly Father,

Thank you for the blessing of an education for our nation's children. Please fill our classrooms with godly teachers. Give wisdom to administrators. Protect and guide today's students who will be tomorrow's leaders. Give them a love of our American heritage and religious liberties. Encourage parents to be involved in our schools and guide parents teaching at home. In Jesus' name. Amen.

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