Whose we are. A prayer.

(NLT) Romans 8:15-17
So you have not received a spirit that makes you fearful slaves. Instead, you received God's Spirit when he adopted you as his own children. Now we call him, "Abba, Father." [16] For his Spirit joins with our spirit to affirm that we are God's children. [17] And since we are his children, we are his heirs. In fact, together with Christ we are heirs of God's glory. But if we are to share his glory, we must also share his suffering.

When the enemies' weapons are all manned
On Christ the solid rock I stand
When their weapons are depleted and they themselves defeated
In Papa's lap I climb and curl up
I say, "Thank you, Lord. Please fill my cup."
He wraps His loving arms around me
And there within His sweet caressing
I find my self completely resting
In Papa's lap.
                                        -Steve Sherwood Sr. (1980)

Dear Heavenly Father, may we be found faithful this day. When in battle clearly show us the path to victory for Your Name's sake and for Your glory. Do not let us run from the battle or the suffering that is ours to share in. Remind us to stand on You, our solid rock.
During and after each battle remind us Whose we are. Papa, Abba, Father take us in Your arms and hold us. Remind us where our strength comes from and that we are Your children. There grant us Your rest.

In Christ our Lord, AMEN

Steve Sherwood Sr.