Living on Faith by Ashley Butler
Ashley Butler is a wife and mother of two boys. Throughout her journey, she has witnessed the ever-changing
colors of the kaleidoscope called life. But, most importantly, she has experienced the true transforming power of
Jesus Christ. Her heart’s desire is to apply her unique perspective and encourage others along the way, knowing
that they too can benefit from the same redemptive power she knows through Christ.
Let Us Pray
Once upon a time, in a lifetime
long ago, I sang in a little Southern
Gospel group called, Krystal Klear.
Cyndal Jones and Morgan Murphy
were my partners in crime. We were
a cute little spunky trio that whirled
around Alabama and Georgia, pulling
a trailer and living on Taco Bell.
It was a good time! As I reflect on
those memories, one of the songs
we sang came to mind. Honestly,
out of every lyric that flowed from
our mouth, the following words
have profoundly affected my life
more than any... “Let us pray for
a FILLING not a FEELING.” This
wasn’t my favorite song that we
sang, but again, those words have
piloted a large portion of my now
more mature Spiritual journey.
Prayer is a beautiful thing.
Entering into the Throne Room
is such a special time. It can bring
clarity to situations, healing to the
weary, and hope to the hopeless. Most
importantly of all, it draws us closer
to Jesus. That personal relationship
that we have with the Lord is like no
other. No love of a Mother, Father,
Sister, Brother, or Friend can compare
to the love of Jesus. The coolest part to
me, is the day that I learned that Jesus
doesn’t want my elegant speech. Jesus
is not interested is how professionally
worded my sentences sound. The
Maker of Heaven and Earth just
wants….me. Jesus likes ugly prayers.
A long time ago, if I left church
without crying, I felt I had done
something wrong, or let’s be real, I
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