Rick Hamlin, Author at Guideposts

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If God already knows what we want, why do we bother praying for it?

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When I close my eyes in prayer, I search for the face of God, like the face of a loved one who wants me to do my best.

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In this imperfect world, things aren’t everything. But in them and through them we can show our love.

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You probably wonder what Hula-Hooping and praying could possibly have in common.

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A prayer of gratitude for air conditioning—but also for the shade of a leafy tree…

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She was one of those people who became a surrogate mom to everyone. But I didn't realize she could sing…

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It's not always easy to share our burdens, but doing so honors those we turn to.

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I was trying to find the perfect advice on how to have a long, happy marriage. There would have to be something about prayer in it …

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Paul’s prayers are full of love, and that seems a good model for any prayer.

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Everyone says that people are getting worse, selfish and remote. But these earth angels prove otherwise.

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This simple prayer has been my constant companion. It’s short, easy to learn and you can pray it anywhere.

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You can't underestimate the value of one friend praying for another about anything, at any time, night or day.

Rick Hamlin