Written Examples

Below are some examples written by members of the prayer team and congregational members.

#1

Scripture:  1 Corinthians 12:14-“Even so the body is not made up of on part but of many.”

Reflection: In every country we build houses to call our own. Families will come to help clean, carry and help you through all the decisions that need to be made. Each of us has been uniquely gifted with the capacity to make a contribution to the work of Christ. We were never intended to be alone, but to work together and become an army for God. We are all to use our gifts to serve one another. So that together we can make a difference.  (Candace Spencer)

#2

Scripture: Joshua 1:9-“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not tremble or be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”

Reflection: Just as knowing that God is with me wherever I go strengthens me and allows my fears to be put aside, the same is true for our Trinity family. God walks with us and strengthens us in that walk and encourages us to move towards Him. This verse also reminds me that I do not have a life, I live and I GO. God is not static but active. We, the Trinity family are embarking on a journey that will bring about growth and maturity in all of us, for God is with us and will strengthen us. I also remember that courage only comes in the face of fear. God has reminded me not to tremble or be dismayed, for God will not leave me. (David Rouch)

#3

Scripture:  Daniel 9:23 “As soon as you began to pray an answer was given, which I have come to tell you, for you are greatly beloved.” 

Reflection:  The angel Gabriel’s words to Daniel are my life verse.  Many times I have felt discouraged or abandoned by God.  My prayers don’t always bring any results or comfort.  But I hold onto this verse, which God highlighted for me during a low time.  Even when the response seems delayed, as was God’s answer to Daniel’s prayer, God has heard my prayer and has an answer for me, his greatly beloved daughter.(Cara Murray)

#4

Scripture: Psalm 122:1 "I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord!”

Reflection: Many years ago we were adult leaders of several youth who traveled to Poland for a servant project at Poland’s Lutheran Mission and Evangelization camp. One day we hiked up a mountain and deep within a forest we came to a ‘Secret Church.’ It was a place Christians had met when it wasn’t safe to worship openly. There on some rustic pews with a large rock and a wooden cross we sang “surely the presence of the Lord is in this place.”  I am so thankful that Trinity has the freedom to openly worship and proclaim to the Michiana area that the Lord’s presence is in this place. (Linda Rouch)