What Does God Have for You? Day Eight

Lori Freeland

Lori Freeland, an encourager at heart, believes everyone has a story to tell and wants to help make those stories as strong as possible. An author, editor, and writing coach, she holds a BA in…
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Lori Freeland, an encourager at heart, believes everyone has a story to tell and wants to help make those stories as strong as possible. An author, editor, and writing coach, she holds a BA in psychology from The University of Wisconsin and currently lives in the Dallas area. She’s presented multiple workshops at conferences across the country, has experience in developmental and copy edits in various genres, and writes nonfiction, novels, and everything in between. When she’s not curled up with her husband drinking too much coffee and worrying about her kids, she loves to mess with the lives of the imaginary people living in her head. You can find her inspirational blog and writing tips at lafreeland.com.
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Published Oct 11, 2012

Today my focus shifts to my middle child, Alek.

Middle child. Need I say more?

I love Alek's ability to fit in anywhere, anytime, with any group of people. At fifteen he is growing into an amazing young man.

My prayers for him revolve around God's plan for his future. Kyle knew what he wanted to do with his life at twelve--because of the cancer. Alek has no clue. I firmly believe God gifts each one of us with skills and talents so that we can turn around and use those gifts to bless and serve Him. I also believe wallowing with no direction is not from the Lord. Even for teens.

Deuteronomy 10:12

And now, O Israel,

what does the LORD your God ask of you but to fear the LORD your God,

to walk in all his ways,

to love him,

to serve the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul,

Dear Alek,

You continually amaze me. I know that with you all I can expect is the unexpected. I love your smile, your laugh, your hugs, and your sense of humor. Never change who you are. God wants the best from and for you and so do I. So my prayers for you this week will be for direction, clarity, and a deep, lasting walk with God.

Prayer:

Father, You created Alek. Every single cell. You put him together in a deliberate and precise manner. What do You have for him this day? What awesome plans have You mapped in his life? This week, speak to Alek's heart. Open his eyes and ears to see You walking ahead, preparing the way. Give him an unquenchable love for You first and then a craving to follow the dreams You have planted in his heart.

The Journey
Who are you praying for today?