Prayer for my old church family...

I've been thinking a lot about Church in The Heights lately. Division in that church was the reason I started this prayer journal long ago. I hope and pray that things are better there now. From what I've heard, they have a new pastor and things are improving. Wounds are healing. Monica and I are back attending Clear Creek Community Church which was our church home before Church in the Heights. Even though it's nearly a 40 mile commute we feel that's where God wants us to be.

Still, I have not stopped praying for CITH and would like to lift them up now.

Dear Heavenly Father,

Thank You for Church in The Heights. It has weathered many storms both physical and spiritual. I pray for the leadership of that church. Guide them and sustain them through the rough times ahead. Lift up Pastor Rick and his wife as they minister to the flock. Please lift up Curtis and his family, too Lord.

I pray that Church in the Heights flourishes in an area of Houston that desperately needs the healing grace of salvation. I pray for the music ministry there and for it's leadership. I especially pray for O.D. James, one of the kindest, gentlest, sweetest men I've ever met. Lift up the orchestra at CITH, Lord.

Father I just thank you for my time at CITH. It was a time of seeking and growth for me. I certainly learned a lot about church politics when I was there. I learned a lot about my marriage, too. I met many nice people who I now count as treasured friends. Although things didn't work out as I had hoped they would, I do count my time there as a blessing.

I want to pray for the former church staff at CITH, also... Dr. Wisdom, Joel, Jeri, Beverly, Damon... Father I pray they are growing in You and still influencing others for your kingdom.

Lord, I love You. I praise and worship you. I give this day to you, Lord. Thanks for letting the sun shine today. Thanks for your Son...! Thank You for the incredible gift of Salvation.

Lord, in Jesus' Name I Pray, AMEN.