Judah's tale, a lesson we see, Trust in leaders, but where does it lead? Alliances formed, a path of our own Ignoring the Shepherd, we're destined to roam God's voice whispers, "Trust in My might," Yet we lean on humans, day and night. Do we lift our leaders in prayerful plea? Or just seek comfort in what we want to see? Pray for the nation, the city, the street, That leaders find God's path, complete. Not for our desires, but His holy will, May our actions align, His purpose fulfill. Are we praying, are we listening? To the voice that guides, our souls glistening. In every choice, in every deed, Planting love's seeds, fulfilling needs. Who gets our vote, and why they do? Is it our will, or God's shining through? Justice for all, a program to back, Or do we turn away, down the wrong track? At our workplace, dignity's call, Treating each soul, lest we let them fall. In neighborhoods, the same holds true, Love for all, in all that we do. Pray for our foes, those we can't comprehend, That they too hear God, and on Him depend. Though cultures clash, and views may stray, Pray they find God's will, and walk in His way. Are we praying, are we listening? To the voice that guides, our souls glistening. In every choice, in every deed, Planting love's seeds, fulfilling needs. Thailand's cave, a world held its breath, Twelve boys trapped, facing possible death. Prayers arose, in every tongue, United hearts, for the lost and young. Faith transcended, borders and creed, A global chorus, answering a need. Efforts combined, from distant lands, To rescue the boys, with helping hands. Pumps failed later, the cave refilled fast, Proof that prayers, a lifeline cast. God heard our pleas, a miracle to see, The boys lived on, eternally free. Are we praying, are we listening? To the voice that guides, our souls glistening. In every choice, in every deed, Planting love's seeds, fulfilling needs. Isaiah 30 19 Gracious God, You are always there for us, all we need to do is reach out in faith and trust, pray and know You are listening, In Jesus name, Amen. Are we praying, are we listening? To the voice that guides, our souls glistening. In every choice, in every deed, Planting love's seeds, fulfilling needs.

He hears and answers