First Steps in Faith… "Come…" Boldly I step out of the boat toward the Shining Light, Ripples radiating behind me with each step. Fish watch in amazement… I'm walking to Jesus on the water! This is so cool… The Shining light beckons me. I'm wrapped in His Light Floating on and on… Lighter than sea foam in the wind, Dancing from wave to wave… My eyes wide open… I'm bold… Why is that rooster walking behind me? Are my feet getting heavy? Matthew 14:29
- Light a candle to recognize Christ’s presence with you.
- Sit in a comfortable place where you can see the art. Place your hands palms up in front of you in a position to receive.
- Spend five minutes in prayer engaging with the art.
- What word, phrase, or feeling captures your attention?
- Spend another five minutes in prayer engaging with the art.
- What message does God have for you?
- Spend another five minutes in prayer engaging with the art.
- What call to action do you hear?
- Give thanks to God for this time in prayer through imagination and for any new messages you receive.
- Share as you feel led in the reply box below.
Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 7 2011, the Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Year A
Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28
Psalm 105:1-6, 16-22, 45b
Romans 10:5-15
Matthew 14:22-33
If you use these prayers in other groups, please give credit to author.
Permission to use in not-for-profit settings Lil Smith, M.Div., DASD.