Words

Words are a powerful thing. Sometimes I forget just how much “damage” words can do. Although God knows our innermost needs and desires, He still requires us to pray. To use our words and praise Him. To ask for things. To question things. To learn things. We are called to pray even though God already knows what we are going to say before the words reach our lips. Sometimes I forget this.

In the South African communities of Christians we have been a part of, there is a difference in prayer from what I’m used to back in Madison, and it was quite intimidating at first. When we pray as a group, everyone prays out loud… at the same time. God is big, He hears everyone. All at once. It is incredible to be in a room of Christ Followers using their words to speak to God knowing that He hears every unique voice and prayer.