On the Way to Wonder

         We are nearing the end of Paul’s letter to the church in Rome that he hopes to visit. In Chapter 15 starting about verse 23, Paul starts laying out his plans for his trip.  He wants to head to new regions in Spain after visiting Rome but he must first go to Jerusalem to deliver a gift to the poor and needy.  In verse 30 Paul pleas,

³⁰ I urge you, brothers and sisters, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit, to join me in my struggle by praying to God for me. 

• ³¹ Pray that I may be kept safe from the unbelievers in Judea
• and that the contribution I take to Jerusalem may be favorably received by the Lord’s people there, 
• ³² so that I may come to you with joy, by God’s will, and in your company be refreshed. 

³³ The God of peace be with you all. Amen.

Romans 15:30-33

“Urge” is a strong word.  What does Paul want them to do?  Pray.  Pray for his safety, for success in his offering he carries, and for refreshment.  If you were to ask someone to pray for you today, what would you urge him or her to pray for?  Perhaps you could take a moment to name your top three priorities you would ask someone to pray for you.  But then, we have the privilege to going directly to God with our prayers.  Share your desires with a friend and share them with the God who cares about the dreams of your heart.  Blessings.

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