Morning Meditation: Perseverance - Prayer

As the sun rises gently, casting a warm glow over the dew-kissed grass, we are reminded of the promise of a new day. In this quiet moment, consider the words from Hebrews 11:1: “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.” Imagine a gardener, bent over his soil, planting seeds with unwavering hope. He cannot see the fruits of his labor yet, but he works diligently, trusting that beneath the surface, life is stirring.

Like that gardener, we are called to persevere in our service and prayer, even when the answers feel distant or elusive. Each prayer we utter is a seed planted in faith’s rich soil. Sometimes, we may find ourselves in a season of waiting—waiting for healing, for guidance, for peace amidst turmoil. Yet, it is in these very moments of waiting that our roots deepen, grounding us in God’s unwavering love.

In your own life, what seeds of prayer are you sowing? As you rise each morning, let your heart be a garden of hope. Gather your worries, your joys, and your longings, and lay them before the Lord. Do not underestimate the power of perseverance in prayer; it is an act of faith. As you continue to seek, trust that peace will blossom, and the comfort of God’s presence will envelop you. In these sacred moments, we find assurance, not just in what we hope for, but in the promise that He is working, even when we cannot see it.