I believe there is a direct connection between the anointing of the Holy Spirit in ministry to the quality of prayer in the life of the minister.

This ministry began with a foundation of prayer when a group of 12 girls got together and asked for the power of God to move in the midst of a simple, college Bible study. More than ten years later, I think our ministry's growth and success is directly attributed to the fact that it began with much prayer.

In December, we spent a month as a team praying and fasting for God's anointing for our spring "Undivided" events. Again, I believe God has answered beyond measure.

So I am reminded yet again that talent, planning, and creativity are great, but they are meaningless with the anointing of God.

God, help us to have ministries founded and grounded in prayer. Help us be ministers whose daily communion with You is rich. And let us reap the harvest that comes when Your Spirit reigns.