Jesus, thank You for your birth. Thank You for stepping down from heaven to be with your creation. You loved us. You gave yourself for us. You saved us.

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Prayer can calm the most anxious thoughts.

"Why does God want us to be persistent in prayer? 1. God doesn’t want us to come to him like beggars. 2. It reminds us of our reliance on God. 3. It shows our trust in the fact that He will come through in His timing. 4. It reminds us who came through for us when the prayer is answered. 5. Remember: God wants a daily relationship with you. He’s not looking to be a divine genie. He’s looking to call you friend."