We live close to death, but we are still alive

Being a prayer warrior for brothers and sisters in Christ has opened the eyes of my heart. We are called to be Christ-like and with that we must pay the price. Sometimes you can feel the pain of the person you are praying for.

Troubles, hardships and calamities of all kinds are attacking people. We are currently witnessing wild fires, floods, earthquakes, tornadoes, poor economies, poor jobs, loss of jobs, loss of homes, and broken families . Cancer, heart disease and alcohol attacks family after family. This is just a short list of what’s happening.

Paul wrote in 2 Corinthians 6 about facing hardships. He told us that being true ministers of God, we must patiently endure troubles and hardships and calamities of every kind. We must live in such a way that no one will stumble because of us.

Open your heart to others. Be the extended hands and feet of Jesus and do not withhold your love. “We live close to death, but we are still alive. We have been beaten, but we have not been killed...Our hearts ache, but we always have joy.” 2 Corinthians 6:9-10 (NLT)

Rick Hawbaker
Praying 4 U Ministries