Easter isn't only a single day to rejoice in the Good News of Jesus and his never-stopping, never giving-up love for us. It's a time to be intentionally prayerful and personal with God.
Lysa Terkeurst, from Proverbs 31 Ministries, offers six prayers to pray the week after Easter. She references Matthew 28, where the angel spoke to the woman at the tomb.
• “Do not be afraid,” – God, I hand over to You those things that make me so afraid. Resurrect the parts of my faith squelched by fear.
• “I know that you are looking for Jesus,” – God, when my soul is searching, help me know the answer to every longing can be found in You.
• “He has risen,” – God, the fact that Jesus is risen should lift my head, my heart and my attitude. Help me to live today as if I really believe this with every part of my life.
• “just as he said,” – Jesus, You keep Your promises. Help me live as though I believe that with every part of me. Help me trust You more, obey You more and resemble You more.
• “Come and see,” – Jesus, You had the angels invite the women in to see for themselves that You had risen. You invite me into these personal revelations every day. Forgive me for sometimes rushing about and forgetting to come and see for myself … You, Your Word, Your insights.
• “Then go quickly and tell his disciples,” – Jesus, I don’t want to be a secret keeper with my faith. I want to be a bold and gracious truth proclaimer. For You. With You. Because of You. Me, the unwanted girl whom You loved, redeemed and wanted.
In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
What's the best time of day for you to sit quietly in prayer? Challenge yourself to find that time and be intentional about it regularly, daily, lovingly.
Do you want to memorize a verse this week? Try this one:
1 John 3:16 This is how we know what love is. Jesus Christ laid down his life for us.
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