Ask Early and Often

Wednesday night was a big night for us in online poker -- with a top 30 finish out of more than 750 players. One opponent late in the match was someone with the handle "PUSHINANPRAY."

"Happy National Day of Prayer," we said to that person.

It brought no response -- but we meant it. Today is the National Day of Prayer in the U.S. And we believe prayer is for far more than all-in moments.

Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. -- I Thessalonians 5:16-18

As one radio minister likes to put it: pray your way through the day. Not only for wisdom and spiritual help to be a light at the poker table -- but in dealings with people from morning to night, whether in person or online.

We hope you take special time today to ask for God's help in matters far beyond yourself -- from needy people in your community to our national leaders. All of them (and all of us) probably would appreciate it.