May 20, 2009

Here is today's prayer:

"'For I know the plans I have for you,' says the Lord, 'They are plans for good and not and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope (Jeremiah 29:11, NLT)."

Even when I'm facing some terrible things in life, it's comforting to know You offer hope, Lord. Like the Israelites heading into exile, You promise me that the future is always bright in You. There are better times coming.

I can't see through my troubles today and into the future--maybe I wouldn't even want to, Lord. But I know You tell the truth when You hold out hope and a promise that all will be well. Let that be enough for me now. Amen.

From Prayers and Promises for the Graduate, pg. 58.