Tuesday, June 8, 2010

Pray for the Gulf!

I saw this picture today, which is said to have been at a BP station (look at the pump). Minutes later, I received this link and wanted to share with those who believe in the power of prayer. It details biblical passages and very pertinent prayers for our current situation in the Gulf.
I will especially keep Daniels words close to heart:
“Now, our God, hear the prayers and petitions of your servant. For your sake, O Lord, look with favor on your desolate sanctuary. 18 Give ear, O God, and hear; open your eyes and see the desolation of the city that bears your Name. We do not make requests of you because we are righteous, but because of your great mercy. 19 O Lord, listen! O Lord, forgive! O Lord, hear and act! For your sake, O my God, do not delay, because your city and your people bear your Name.”

The article encourages us to take responsibility in creating a demand for the oil, and I see my greed in that. Don't get me wrong; I am deeply angered at the irresponsibilities of multiple parties that led to this destruction. Please, please pray for our Gulf, it's speedy restoration, and for the lessons that we stand to learn from this (at nature's expense, I may add.)

1 comment:

Cricket said...

Nature and so many of the livelihoods it will affect. Such a beautiful post. Our prayers are sure any steady here.