Archives: September 2006

“In Jesus’ name, amen.”

That’s how many Christian prayers end. I have no quibble with that. (Good thing, too, since most of mine tend to end that way also.)

But how often do I present my requests as appeals to God’s own character?

In other words, “Because of Who You are, Father, please . . . .”

Notice how the psalmist does that in these three verses:

“In thee, O LORD, do I put my trust; let me never be ashamed: deliver me in thy righteousness” (Psalm 31:1).

“For thou art my rock and my fortress; therefore for thy name’s sake lead me, and guide me” (Psalm 31:3).

“Make thy face to shine upon thy servant: save me for thy mercies’ sake” (Psalm 31:16).

Don't try to foist that one on me!

Even though I’m a cautious cynic when it comes to health-related “fads,” I’ve tried a few in my time.

Of those, I have limited good things to say about only two — Juice Plus and MannaTech. And if prompted, I actually tell people that I’m persuaded they really helped me with my allergies.

But I don’t go around trying to convince people that they also ought to try said products.

However, can I be more vocal about my experiences with the Healer Himself?

Reading:

Psalm 30

“O LORD my God, I cried unto thee, and thou hast healed me” (Psalm 30:2).

When my heart aches and my feelings are hurt, I must cry to Him. That will surely lead to healing.

That kind of health “fad” I can (and should) freely promote.

It works!