Mk9

Short desperate prayers are often the best prayers! In this chapter a desperate father prayed, "I do believe! Help my unbelief." His son was horribly demon possessed and he longed for Jesus to heal him. His faith was rewarded.

God doesn't measure the eloquence of our words, but rather, the desire of our hearts. He longs to meet us in our need. He has no desire to meet our selfish expectations. His desire is for our good. His desire is for His glory.

I am examining my heart today. One way to see what is in there is to examine my prayers. Are my prayers more for my own good or for God's glory? Do I pray that God will serve me or that I would serve Him.

"Lord, I believe! Help my unbelief."