A Life God Sees

Romans 1:9b NKJV

“...that without ceasing I make mention of you always in my prayers…”

Good morning, friends.

There’s something deeply comforting about being prayed for, especially when it’s not a one-time thing, but an ongoing, persistent rhythm of love that never stops. Paul didn’t just pray for the Roman believers; he always prayed for them. That tells us two things: first, they were on his heart often. And second, he genuinely believed that prayer could move heaven and earth on their behalf.

But there’s also something personal here for us to receive. Paul was a man who walked closely with God. His life was filled with mission, hardship, and longing for connection. Still, in the middle of all that, he made space to regularly pray for others. What kind of life builds that kind of habit?

It’s the kind of life God sees: a heart yielded in love, a soul sensitive to others’ needs, and a spirit shaped by grace. When Paul says he made mention of them "always" in prayer, it reminds us that faith is not a solo journey; it’s a life of lifting others up, even in quiet moments no one else sees.

God grows us into people who carry others before Him, not occasionally, but continually.

Today’s Reflection:

Who has God placed on your heart to pray for today? Take a moment this morning to bring their name before the Lord and consider making it a daily rhythm.

Closing Prayer:

Father, thank You for hearing our prayers, even the ones whispered in quiet rooms and tired hearts. Teach us to carry others in love, not just in words but in prayer. Help us to become faithful intercessors, like Paul, who lift up the lives of others before Your throne. Shape our hearts to care more deeply and love more steadily. In Jesus’ name, amen.