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The Power Of Prayer

Breathe, pray, and remember He is in control.

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There I was: sitting in Old Main at Mississippi State worrying about everything (that's my specialty). Three quizzes, tons of online Spanish and Logic homework, and a policy memo all due this week, not to mention the fact that I couldn't think of anything worthy enough to write an article on, which was due that night.

I kept telling myself to hurry up and get things done because I also had two meetings to attend that night and plans to go to the baseball game, but my motivation was disappearing minute after minute.

I felt stressed, hectic, and tired as my to-do list kept getting longer and longer. As I was trudging through my logic homework, I was interrupted by two girls who asked if I was busy. Not wanting to be rude and looking for any excuse to take a break, I said no, despite inside I was drowning in all of my responsibilities.

The two girls introduced themselves and asked if they could pray over me and what specific prayer requests I had. So, in the hallway of Old Main, myself and two random strangers prayed. They prayed for peace, knowledge, and guidance over me as I attempted to navigate my hectic week.

After they left, I sat in awe of the boldness they have in their faith and how God sends exactly what we need exactly when we need it. I was gasping for air as I attempted to do five million things perfectly, efficiently, and quickly when I hadn't even prayed over any of the things I was worrying about that day in Old Main.

Those two girls left me feeling refreshed, but they also left me with a sense of conviction.

We get caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday life that we sometimes forget why we are here- to be disciples for Him, to lead others towards Him, and to let His will guide us in every aspect of our lives.

While all my assignments, meetings, and due dates were still present and the stress of school isn't likely to back down anytime soon with finals right around the corner, I felt a sense of comfort after that prayer, reminding me that He is always in control and we must cast our anxieties on Him in every aspect of life.

1 Peter 5:7

"Cast your anxiety on Him because He cares for you."

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