THE PRINCIPAL THING 04222025
855 Words
April 22, 2025
10:58pm
"The principal thing."
Thank You, Lord, for today, that Mama really enjoyed her birthday. Thank You so much, Lord, for Your provision of food, which was truly overflowing as always. I'm really sorry again, Lord, if I’ve done something that I shouldn’t have. I know that this still doesn’t feel normal for me, but I will really try my best, Lord, not to commit the same mistakes again. It’s really hard to resist, but I truly want to divert my attention to You and focus more on thoughts about You daily. Even if I had a partner now, Lord, I know there's still no assurance that I wouldn’t fall into sin. I still believe in the transformation that You give me daily, Lord. There are times when triggers still come from small things because of the sins I committed, but I truly pray, Lord, that this stronghold and bondage in me would be broken. I’m so tired, Lord, and I just want to focus on what You want me to do. Help me too, Lord, not to give in to my emotions, because lately, it feels like I’m being overly delusional about having a partner—even though I don’t even really know her in the first place.
Proverbs 4:7
7 Wisdom is the principal thing;
Therefore get wisdom.
And in all your getting, get understanding.
Colossians 3:2
2 Set your mind on things above,
not on things on the earth.
This time, Lord, I want to lift up in prayer Tita Tpie, who will undergo an operation tomorrow for what she is experiencing. Lord, I know You will do great things in Pastor Edman’s family. Together with their children—Judah, Dea, and Caleb—I pray that You will strengthen them even more as a family. Let their testimony continue to bloom, Lord, so that more people will be reached in Your Name. During this time, I know this is very difficult for Pastor Edman to handle, but I still believe, Lord, in Your power that will manifest in their family. Not just healing for Tita Tpie, but also for each and every member of their household. Let us, as a church, be united in praying for them and for You, Lord.
I pray, Lord, that You will strengthen their family even more, especially their faith in You. Let love abound in their home, and let there still be joy despite what they are going through right now.
For the past six days, Lord, I’ve had a lot of time for reflection. I really enjoyed the Family Camp, Lord. It was truly a blessing in disguise that we didn’t push through with our usual Youth and Young Adults Camp, because the Family Camp turned out to be a chill yet fruitful experience. It may not have been successful in every way, but for me, Lord, I really felt Your presence during the revival night and in all the side sessions throughout camp. Even the time I spent backing up in worship for You on Sunday—serving You is such a joy.
From the Word I heard from You last week, so much has stayed in my heart. From the encouragement, to the true meaning of the Cross that we were reminded of, the lesson in the Garden of Gethsemane, the breaking down of rebellion in our minds, and many other things—indeed You are the God of everything, and You are the perfect example of humility and obedience.
Thank You, Lord, that bitterness did not grow in me toward people who may not completely trust me. Thank You for the daily growth You’ve given us, that we may pursue You even more.
It’s really hard to stay consistent, Lord, but the persistence to keep going for You, despite everything happening around us—that we will continue to do. We will always do our part, because You have called us for a higher and greater purpose. No one among us is exempt from the assignment You have given us, and I pray that we will continue to mature, for You and for the people who look up to us.
Honestly, Lord, I feel nervous about starting my training at work. I wonder what challenges I’ll face—not just physically. Lord, help me to stay committed to You and not use work as an excuse just to earn big. More than the resources, I know that You have already provided for me until the day You take me from this world.
I also pray for my partner, that he would remain persistent in his faith in You, Lord, and that she would never give up. I pray that You will continue to help us grow and support one another in the assignment You’ve given us. I pray, Lord, that we will continue serving You until the day we get married. I’m excited for what You will do in our lives, but while I don’t know her yet, Lord, I want to know You even more than the things I only desire. I LOVE YOU JESUS❤️
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