A small city, along the Gulf Of Mexico.
Home to 5,400 residents.
And home to one of my favorite all time authors.
Orange Beach, Alabama has an area of only 15.9 miles.
But welcomes each crashing wave along its border.
I discovered this town after reading Andy Andrew's book, The Noticer.
In his book, he writes about a man named Jones and the perspective that he brought to Orange Beach.
I HIGHLY recommend reading this book!
The city was inhabited in the late 1800's by farmers and fishermen. They names the town based on the significance of the citrus crops.
Prayer for Orange Beach:
Lord I lift up this beautiful city surrounded by water and fruit. I pray for their health, their families, and their future. May each home be filled with your spirit and may the ocean call them out to the deep waters. May their city reflect your kingdom.
Amen.
Thursday, October 2, 2014
Wednesday, October 1, 2014
Day 1: 31 Days of Places and Prayers
According to the Getty Thesaurus of Geographic names, there are 248,752 cities listed in its database.
Each city is part of this world for a purpose. Each city serves as a part of the story, a part of history and a part of the future.
I chose this particular topic for my 31 days because I love learning about our world and discovering new places and spaces that God created.
As I spun my globe around this morning, wondering where my eyes would land, I first noticed Poland. I dug a little deeper and found the city of Kalisz. A city located on the Prosna river with many notable factories. What intrigued me most was that it is the centre for traditional folk art. Hmmm, a value of art that is not based on proportion and perspective? Just my style!
It is the oldest city in Poland and was home to nearly 250,000 Jews, but many were murdered by the Nazis in the summer of 1942. Its name stems from the Celtic term, cal, which means stream or swamp.
I encourage to seek more information about this city and join me in prayer as we focus on Kalisz.
Prayer:
Lord this morning I lift up to you a city. A city that has a story. One I had never heard of. A city that has seen destruction and beauty lifted up around it. Today I pray that the city of Kalisz will seek you. I pray that their love for out of the box art will grow. I pray for your grace and peace to abide there.
Amen.
Friday, March 7, 2014
Three Things (Inspired by Matthew McConaughey)
I didn't watch the Oscar's.
But it seems that one of the evening's highlights was the speech given by Matthew McConaughey.
He gratefully accepted the Oscars, thanked the Academy, his producers, and his family.
And then.
He said something that shocked Hollywood.
Something that pointed to our Creator.
Something that I thought was incredibly profound and quite brilliant.
He spoke of 3 things that he needed each day.
1. Something to look up to
2. Something to look forward to
3. Someone to chase
It's so true.
I love when we speak truth.
It ignites within us a spark, that immediately connects us to one another.
He made me stop and assess my three things.
So after a few days of pondering and wondering and sorting out myself.
This is what I know.
I look up to passionate people. You know these people. People who work hard. Who find one thing they love and they go after it. They believe they are creative and use their gifts to serve. They are like air, like water and breathe hope into my soul.
I look forward to the kingdom. This world we live in is so miraculous, mysterious, and moving. Which leads me to think that the kingdom is greater than anything my earthly mind can fathom. There will be a day when tears will dry, when pain subsides, and perfection remains. That day, I anticipate.
I chase my Father, Jesus Christ. I haven't always. It's been a journey and for years He was so far out of my sight, because of choices I made and fear I lived inside. His presence is nearer to me now than any other time in my life. He will always go before me, which means there will always be a chase. But this chase I'm living now, leaves me hopeful and eager, instead of exhausted and scared.
That's my truth. My three things. My Matthew McConaughey acceptance speech.
What's yours?
Think about it today.
And in the words of MM...
Amen.
All right. All right. All right.
But it seems that one of the evening's highlights was the speech given by Matthew McConaughey.
He gratefully accepted the Oscars, thanked the Academy, his producers, and his family.
And then.
He said something that shocked Hollywood.
Something that pointed to our Creator.
Something that I thought was incredibly profound and quite brilliant.
He spoke of 3 things that he needed each day.
1. Something to look up to
2. Something to look forward to
3. Someone to chase
It's so true.
I love when we speak truth.
It ignites within us a spark, that immediately connects us to one another.
He made me stop and assess my three things.
So after a few days of pondering and wondering and sorting out myself.
This is what I know.
I look up to passionate people. You know these people. People who work hard. Who find one thing they love and they go after it. They believe they are creative and use their gifts to serve. They are like air, like water and breathe hope into my soul.
I look forward to the kingdom. This world we live in is so miraculous, mysterious, and moving. Which leads me to think that the kingdom is greater than anything my earthly mind can fathom. There will be a day when tears will dry, when pain subsides, and perfection remains. That day, I anticipate.
I chase my Father, Jesus Christ. I haven't always. It's been a journey and for years He was so far out of my sight, because of choices I made and fear I lived inside. His presence is nearer to me now than any other time in my life. He will always go before me, which means there will always be a chase. But this chase I'm living now, leaves me hopeful and eager, instead of exhausted and scared.
That's my truth. My three things. My Matthew McConaughey acceptance speech.
What's yours?
Think about it today.
And in the words of MM...
Amen.
All right. All right. All right.
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