Making time to pray

I was reminded this morning to pray. I read our minister's blog here and it really helped me this morning realize how many times I subconsciously make excuses and go days-weeks without truly pouring my heart out to our awesome Creator.
I don't have time- that's a big lame one.
I forget- that's the truth but still doesn't justify.
I have ADD- I get frustrated because I have so many thoughts but I can't seem to put it together.
Does He really hear me anyway?- this one is hard to even write. I KNOW He does but I wonder if I just don't think He's big enough sometimes to handle my needs.

So many old friends, new friends, school friends, are in need of prayer this week. I want to lift them up and I hope you will too. Even if you don't know them, add them to your list please!

*Emmalyn - newborn of a friend that was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder. Lots of visits to Jackson each week for blood work for the rest of her life. VERY special diet and feedings every 2 hours no matter what.
*Ethan - 3 1/2 month old of a friend in surgery RIGHT NOW to repair two holes in his little heart.
*Lizzie - daughter of a high school friend very recently in a car accident recovering from surgery & infections
*Darren - high school friend just learned of cancer
*Brandi - my very best friend- pray for God to fill her with joy

I know there are so many more that are in need of God's comfort. I am so very thankful for the blessings in my life and I pray they will continue. I pray for purpose and to always be a light in this dark, dark world.

My day is already off to a great start, knowing I've talked about it with my Father. Hope you will stop whatever it is that you are doing right now and start your conversation with the One that brings hope and love into our lives.