day 2 of continuous prayer

Wow, this is not going to be easy. I must say that just beginning this process, I have not come close to spending even 1/4 of my day in prayer with God. I did however pray at times I would have normally turned on music or a TV, or talk to myself.

Today I worked, and was a bit frustrated over a yard I had to do clean up on. It ended up taking me a lot longer to finish than I thought. I automatically thought to myself. Is this worth the price I am getting? should I charge more? Will this hurt my mower, and will I make it to my next appointment before dark? I realized then, I need to just pray, and understand that it was going to be okay. Take a step at a time, and talk to Jesus while I work to calm the nerves. It helped a lot. I got focused on it, and rocked the yard out one step at a time and got it done and looking nice. Next I was on my way to another house to do a bid. The family I met with was the mother of some close friends of ours. They are having to sell their house and move the family up to Illinois asap. It is going to be a big change for their family. I grew up moving all over as well. So I was able to listen and talk a bit to them about the move and how everyone was feeling about it. Blessed, they have great family members that are supporting them and helping them as much as possible. It meant a lot to see a strong family give up comfort, and move for another job that they felt was Gods will. I really respect that. I know God is going to bless them and honor their faith.

So, I need to wrap my mind around praying more. Going to God directly as soon as a problem or stress arises. goal, I must not step out of bed, until my heart, mind, and soul are ready for another day. I must make the decision as I first awake. The conversation is on and started for the day.

Dad, I pray for strength, wisdom, and you Lord by my side. Speak to me and use me tomorrow. Thank you for today. I love you Father! Amen

until tomorrow.
Love JARED