• 5/30 – Mark 4:26-29 – In what areas of my life do I fail to recognize that God is in charge? Prayer starter: Almighty God, allow me to acknowledge your power, not simply in theory but in the very fabric of my life.
• 5/31 – Mark 4:3-9 – When do I find myself too cautious to spread God’s kingdom? Prayer starter: Lord, help me to waste, to give so freely that enough seed will grow to accomplish your will.
• 6/1 – Luke 14:16-24 – Who are the people I find difficult to accept and love? Prayer starter: Lord, give me patience with those who frustrate and challenge me. Help me see that every person is a person beloved by you.
• 6/2 – Luke 15:3-7 – When in my life have I felt lost and in need of God, my shepherd? Prayer starter: Good Shepherd, when I lose my way, keep me from panic and despair. Let me admit my fault and wait for you to find me.
• 6/3 – Luke 15:8-10 – Do I locate my self-worth in my own achievements or in God’s love? Prayer starter: God, my Creator, allow me to value your perspective over my own. When I am tempted to designate my dignity and worth, let me surrender to your love.
• 6/4 – Luke 11:5-8 – ln times of great need have I been willing to pray with shamelessness? Prayer starter: Provident God, I believe that you will answer my prayers, but let me pray to you not with timidity but from the depths of my soul.
• 6/5 – Matthew 20:1-16 – Have I ever felt that God was acting in a way that was unfair? Prayer starter: Faithful God, your ways are not my ways. When I cannot understand your will, increase my trust in your love.