A painting by Anna Althea Hills titled 'When the Desert Blooms' (1922)

Restore My Drought-Stricken Soul

A prayer based on Psalm 126

And now, God, do it again—
 bring rains to our drought-stricken lives
So those who planted their crops in despair
  will shout “Yes!” at the harvest,
So those who went off with heavy hearts
  will come home laughing, with armloads of blessing.
— Psalm 126:4–6 (The Message)

O Lord, you who water the desert and robe it in a riot of color, let your life-giving rains restore my drought-stricken soul, that I may laugh for joy and sing the praises of your wonderful name, through Jesus Christ, my Lord. Amen.

The Weary Pilgrim

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Ryan serves as a pastor at Grace Bible Church. His ministry ranges from preaching, teaching, and writing to listening, being present, and walking with others through some of life’s most difficult experiences.

He lives with his wife and children in Escondido, California.

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A painting by John Henry Twachtman titled 'Storm Clouds' (1880)

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