As we continue practicing the art of neighboring, it all starts with prayer. Before stepping in to serve or speak, begin by praying for the people already in your circle…neighbors, coworkers, classmates, teammates, friends, and family.
Pray first, inviting God to prepare your heart.
Pray often, keeping an ongoing conversation with God throughout your week.
Pray specifically, lifting up real names, real needs, protection, and opportunities to love well.
A simple next step: keep a short list in a notebook or on your phone and jot down prayers and answered prayers along the way. It builds faith and helps us notice how God is already at work right where we live.