Prayer of Jabez

Retro. Old School. Whatever, I don't think Jesus cares that this prayer was cool about 10 years ago. Before I became a Christian anyways. As I am re-reading some oldie but goodie Christian books I am reminded I need to pray this prayer. One, I've been asking for some more responsibility within the Church. I've already blogged about a mission trip and God knows my heart with that.
Also, in various ways we've been asking for more territory as I've considered a part-time job and Dan would like to do real estate.
The last time I prayed this prayer was right before I got pregnant. In a very real way my territory was "enlarged" so I tend to think it works. We'll see what happens this time...

"And Jabez called on the God of Israel saying, 'Oh, that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory, that Your hand would be with me, and that You would keep me from evil, that I may not cause pain!' So God granted him what he requested." (1 Chronicles 4:9-10)