Opening Your Heart in Prayer
King Hezekiah faces a crisis and responds with heartfelt prayer. The Hebrew word tefillah (pronounced: teh-fee-lah) means 'prayer,' but also implies connection and reflection.
Personal insight: When you face challenges, you can choose to turn inward or reach out in prayer. Hezekiah’s example shows the power of honest, vulnerable communication with God.
Reflection: If you’re facing a worry today, try expressing it in your own words—aloud, in writing, or in your heart.
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