For the introduction to my prayer binder, click here.
Ever since I learned the Adoration-Confession-Thanksgiving-Supplication prayer tool many, many years ago, I’ve known it was a good idea to praise God for who He is before presenting my laundry list of needs. But to be honest, this was the most awkward aspect of prayer for me for a long time. I’d usually throw out my usual, “Lord, you are holy, you are good, you are loving,” and then move on.
Last summer, I studied God’s character and attributes with a wonderful group of ladies–I highly recommend the study, Behold Your God
In the Adoration section of my prayer binder, I write attributes of God with Scripture listed underneath.
I’m constantly adding to this list, and the added Scripture breathes new life into this part of my prayer life. As I read God’s Word, I’m watching for new verses to add to my Adoration section. If you’re interested in starting an Adoration section in your prayer journal, here are some verses to get you started:
God’s love: Jeremiah 31:3, Psalm 106:1
God’s wisdom: Psalm 32:8, Isaiah 55:8-9
God’s power and strength: Job 9:4-9, Psalm 46:1-3
What are your favorite Scripture that speak of the character of God and lead to worship of Him?
O magnify the Lord with me; let us exalt His name together! Psalm 34:3
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I actually still have an index card scribbled full of God’s characteristics that I made in our of our Bible studies my freshman year. Not even kidding. I love to pull it out – or even better, when I stumble on it when flipping through! (It’s tucked in my study Bible — perhaps I ought to move it or copy it into my new prayer binder!)