Spending time alone with Me is essential for your well-being. It is not a luxury or an option; it is a necessity. Therefore, do not feel guilty about taking time to be with Me. Remember that Satan is the accuser of believers. He delights in heaping guilt feelings upon you, especially when you are enjoying My Presence. When you feel Satan's arrows of accusation, you are probably on the right track. Use your shield of faith to protect yourself from him. Talk with Me about what you are experiencing, and ask Me to show you the way forward. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. Come near to Me, and I will come near to you.
Revelation 12:10
English Standard Version
And I heard a loud voice in heaven, saying, “Now the salvation and the power and the kingdom of our God and the authority of his Christ have come, for the accuser of our brothers has been thrown down, who accuses them day and night before our God.
Ephesians 6:16
English Standard Version
In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one.
James 4:7-8
English Standard Version
7 Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. 8 Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.
My Prayer (2018)
Lord, thank you for being near. for helping me to see that you have not only saved me for eternity, but you also care for me each day. Thank you for helping me see that my faith is a form of protection. Lord, I had some days this past week where I was calling on you, hoping that my faith would save someone else, in that moment. My son who continues to be racked with this addiction in his life. It is an idol in his life and you know I would love to see him freed from it as he has become dependent on another means to escape from this life. I so pray that my faith could rescue him. I continue to talk to You about him. Keep my confidence in You. I also return to work today after being off the past 6 days. Thank you for keeping us all safe as we traveled to Denver and then flew to Atlanta. I don't want to ever take for granted the many miles traveled in which we can be together and be safe together. You are so good to us. Help my wife and I today now as we return to work. Thank you for the time off.
Note: The devotion and scriptures are from author Sarah Young. If you haven't already, please purchase the book and support the author.
Also, bookmark https://bibletags.blogspot.com/2019/06/jesus-calling-366-days.html to have an easy link to the entire year of these entries.
Thank you for the beautiful prayer that covers so much for all of us! Keeping your family close in prayer.
ReplyDeleteLoved all of the prayers and sharing from yesterday and looking forward to another day of His power and strength. Many blessings yesterday as I read but had no time to comment. Continued prayers for all of my JC Family. We are seeing VICTORIES and will continue to as we keep Him first and foremost in our thoughts and hearts. Thank you for your prayers, though I don't have time to list the lovely results - know that I appreciate them. "When you feel Satan's arrows of accusation, you are probably on the right track. Use your shield of faith to protect yourself from him. Talk with Me about what you are experiencing, and ask Me to show you the way forward. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. Come near to Me, and I will come near to you." SO TRUE! Praying for the confidence to walk out this day as He would have me do it. When we are getting 'hit,' we need to remember, maybe we are doing something RIGHT! Doesn't the devil just hate that? Pressing on - love to all.
ReplyDeleteGood Morning to the King of Kings and Lord of lords! This is the day You have made and I choose to rejoice and be glad in it! I am amongst the living today and I say Thank You Lord!
ReplyDeleteFather I thank You for a better day yesterday and believing for an even better day today. Help me to stay near You so that You will stay near me! I desire to hold onto You, regardless of what I face, so please help me Holy Spirit. Thank You Lord for reminding me that satan is the accuser of believers, but he has lost that battle and I will hold on to my Victory that is JESUS!
JJ and Sassy Mom, your prayers for me yesterday brought me to tears, it is a blessing to know that strangers take the time to listen and pray for each other. I am grateful and thank you and all others that are praying for the burdens of everyone here in this group of believers! You lifted my spirit and encouraged me more than words can express. God bless you and meet ALL of your needs. As you are a blessing to others, so will the Lord reward and bless you for taking the time to put aside your own issues and consider the prayers of the hurting! I declare and decree that the abundance of God's blessings and favor will chase you down this day and give you beauty for ashes and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. Thank You for all the prayers!
Thank You Lord for this body of believers (JC Family). I pray Your Peace will rest upon ALL today in Jesus name.
Maplewood NJ
Anonymous--You lift me up with your posts and prayers. I count it an honor and a privilege to be able to pray and intercede! I join with you in agreement to meet the needs of this wonderful JC FAMILY. Interceding in Kansasq
DeleteMaplewood NJ, your prayers are very uplifting and encouraging to JC Family. We love to pray for and encourage others who share their struggles and challenges. Praying our todays will always be better than our yesterdays. Love and prayers to my JC Family.
DeleteContinuing in prayer for you Anonymous. Continue to love your betrayers. That will speak volumes to them. Show them Jesus who resides in your heart,as evidence of the wonderful ptayers you share with us. Blessings on your day🥰
DeleteSorry, "prayers"
Delete" continue to love your betrayers" yes Jan so powerful, only able thru the love & strength thru Christ. Forgive & love our strongest force against evil thru Christ. God bless this family of lovers of The Lord.
DeleteGood morning jc family from Florida, it is such a sweet blessing just to read the prayers, the scriptures, and the praise reports. I want to say thank you Lord for this new day! Thank you for everything! Thank you sassy mom and Bob, norah, for praying for others and your knowledge of the word. I want to also say thank you to anonymous for such great prayers!
DeleteDear YAWEH, I come before YOU through YOUR only begotten Son YESHUA and thank YOU for waking me, for the provisions you provide me and my family, for the peace that surrounds us, and I thank YOU LORD for the HOLY SPIRIT, I’m asking to be poured out upon us all. Please lead me with YOUR Holy Spirit 🙏
DeleteLORD YOU have revealed so much to me and although I know I’m harassed by Satan &/or his minions at times however, I also know I’ve confused trials, or difficult circumstances to be a result of the devil when in fact it was me and my previous choices I had made that in hindsight I realized had nothing to do with the devil but everything to do with the imperfect person I am. My failure to acknowledge my circumstances to be of my own doing did no good for my spiritual growth. FATHER, a pastor once told me people have a tendency to blame the devil when in fact the devil had nothing to do with their circumstances. I understand this now, and how fine a line there is in determining if it is me or him. Please Give me the eyes to see and ears to hear LORD
LORD , I praise YOU & thank YOU for leading me to so many loving Christian families here. I am learning so much and feel my spirit overflowing with reciprocal love 💕
I pray for our world leaders, and all those in control of the deconstruction of this country, LORD please soften their hearts, protect the people, especially our children. I also pray for Jason, Denise, Terrance, Patrick , Danny, Peter, Hanse, Susan , & Scott let YOUR will be done in their lives, help me to love even more those that have hurt me.
I continue to lift up my beloved E to YOU LORD as he moves through the sorrow, keep him close dear LORD, comfort him and let YOUR will be done
I also lift up my beloved daughter to YOU as she continues to struggle to find the means to make ends meet, LORD, please help prepare her for her upcoming interview, let YOUR will be done in her life.
I praise YOU FATHER& KING, for the blessings of joy , time , fellowship, and the unbelievable love I receive not only through my son but from my church but I especially thank YOU for YOUR love, patience and mercy. LORD give me grace, lead me to the road YOU want me on. I love YOU more and more everyday, please let YOUR will be done in my life
Through YOUR son, YESHUA, I pray
Amen
A🙏❤️
What a beautiful prayer. Thank you for posting:))) May God continue to watch over you.
DeleteDear heavenly Father, continue to give us the power and strength to trust and use our faith to conquer all that satan sends our way. We rely on you for this strength to rebuke the evil one who tries to test our faith and interfere with our faith filled journey. Dear Lord shower your blessings and shield all in this JC community, from all evil. Amen.
ReplyDeleteABC-- Thank you for your post. I stand in agreement with your post. Such a uplift! The JC FAMILY whether they post or read are absolutely incredible! Rejoicing in Kansas
DeleteAmen and Amen! I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
DeleteThank you Jesus, Amen!
ReplyDeleteAmen! We have victory in Christ Jesus our Lord! God bless all of you today! Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding, in all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your path straight! Oh how I love those verses! God bless!
ReplyDeleteColorado JC Friend
I am new to this site and just wanted to say to everyone posting, thank you. I have the book Jesus Calling but started reading it from the computer and found this site. Some of the prayers posted, I repeat out loud and personalize them to my situation. God Bless You all!
ReplyDeleteA warm welcome Unknown 🥰. That's how many of us ended up in this blog. Bless your day!
DeleteUnknown, I repeat - a warm welcome. Thank the Lord for leading you to JC Family (Jesus Calling) to receive blessings galore!!!!
DeleteYes, a warm welcome! We represent many states. What state do you represent?
DeleteUnknown-- Another warm welcome. Thrilled to have you join this MOST INCREDIBLE JC FAMILY. So many great prayer warriors. I love the wonderful Lord's wisdom in their posts! Blessings to all from Kansas
DeleteI, too, come to this sight with love and hope. I have no one that understands me. I pray for a smile today nothing more. A smile just a little connection with another human. Please everyone give your smile to someone today. Thank you.❤️
DeleteDear Anonymous,
Delete😊Praying you see The Son come shining through for you🌞
Please accept my smile and prayers for you to see many smiles today. Also see Gods beauty as he smiles all around us and encourage us today.
DeleteAnonymous - thanks for posting that... it is a reminder that the things we sometimes may take for granted or not thing about can be things that do have meaning and importance. I hope this makes me more conscious of how I interact with people and do what I can to brighten their day, however small <3
DeleteHas anyone heard from Bob Malsack? Really enjoy his insights but haven't seen his comments for quite awhile.
ReplyDeleteI was wondering the same. I keep him in my prayers nonetheless along with the rest of the JC Family. God bless you, Bob, and the rest of the family.
DeleteHow do you turn worry into worship?
ReplyDeleteTry giving all your burdens to the Lord. Thank him and praise him continously. He is with you always and he WILL make everything good. Thank you Jesus. Praise the Lord. Amen.
DeleteDear Anonymous,
DeleteThat is something I struggled with very much at the beginning of this COVID-19. I experienced even panic bouts of fear. It is easier said than done but I can say that it will get better with some certain effort and every time you feel fear immediately go to prayer, reading the word, and also listening to praise music and the Truth in the lyrics is good. I relied on the Truth of the Written Word. Isaiah 26:3 You keep in perfect peace those whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts You. And Phillippians 4: 6-7 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God, ans the peace of God, which transends all understanding will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Please read Psalm 91 it is full of goodness to give you reassurance, it also helped me alot just to picture being shielded by His wings. Know that He never leaves us. Stay in constant communication with Him.
Also, staying present and knowing that God is in control. He knew ahead what will happen and He has a perfect plan for all. Don't worry about the future. This is hard for me too but go to prayer and you will notice the peace comes. I'll pray for you. You came to the right place to seek Christian guidance and comfort. There are amazing brothers and sisters in Christ here on this blog and I've leaned heavily on them for wisdom. God bless you. Love, Kathy
One more thing I thought of . . the devil wants us to feel fear. He tries day and night to break us down. He is having a field day right now. He has some power, but we have the Almighty Power! The King of Kings, and the Lord of Lords. Our shield of Faith is powerful and our weapon is The Word. Immediately start reciting whatever Bible verses you know when you feel fear.
DeleteDear Anonymous, start with acknowledging Jesus, the ONE who died to set you free from whatever it is you are going through. Talk to Him, lift your hands up in holy thanksgiving even if you don't feel like it, call on the Holy Spirit to take over, sing a song of praise, declare to your problems that your God is BIGGER and MIGHTIER! Cast Satan out and let him know that You serve a Great God who cares for you and can turn your worries into joy!
DeleteI am praying for you this moment for God to give you a garment of praise instead of a spirit of worry/despair (Isaiah 61:3)! HE'S a Mighty Great God! Please read Philippians 4:6-7. God bless you.
Maplewood NJ
Bring all your worries and fears to God before they effect your wellbeing and peace. He already knows them and can handle them and replace them with true contentment and the blessed assurance that goes with knowing you belong to Jesus. He has overcome even death on the cross. He is mighty to overcome anything that threatens your peace. Amen Maplewood. He's a Mighty Great God!
DeletePray with gratitude, look for and acknowledge the good, the beauty of nature and God's handiwork, turn off the news and turn your heart and eyes to the Word. Works for me every time 😁✝️👑🙏♥️
Deleteworry can be turned into WORSHIP using the laws of physics, which says that two objects cannot occupy the same space at the same time. ... This "law of physics" is referred to as the Pauli exclusion!
DeleteEvery GOOD has GOD in it. Actively and POSITIVELY lifting up Praises and Thanking God is an instant way to get protection against the evilness, wickedness, snares and to shut down satan's d'evil negativity. Every d'evil has evil in it; All evil is found in every devil.
Because only one of those thoughts (GOOD GOD POSITIVE OR EVIL DEVIL NEGATIVE) can occupy the same mind at the same time, you may want to CHOOSE GOOD GOD POSITIVITY! From the book "The Battle Belongs To The Lord" Announce what GOOD GOD is doing in your life. Let d'evil know if it hangs around you, ALL it is going to hear is loud singing, joyous laughing, the WORD OF GOD, prays and praise, worshipping andThanksgiving, and then follow through! It will flee faster than a second because that is not what d'evil wants to hear!
GO FROM PSALMS TO CALMS:
From Psalm 23 - This beautiful Psalm reminds us that God is our constant, caring Shepherd and faithful Guide. In Him alone do we have hope, both in this life and throughout eternity;
Psalm 91: God's Help and Protection in Time of Need
From Psalm 91 - This powerful Psalm has often been referred to the as the 9-1-1 call to God, the one we frequently go to when praying for God’s protection and help in time of need;
Psalm 51: Hope and Reassurance from God Who Draws Close
From Psalm 51 – When we’re desperate for the Lord’s grace and mercy, we can trust that His ears are open to our cries for His help. He draws us to Himself, He desires our hearts to be right with Him. And in this prayerful Psalm, we receive great hope and reassurance that God does draw near to those who draw near to Him in repentance and truth;
Psalm 121: God Constantly Watches over Us
From Psalm 121 - This Psalm is a hope-filled reminder that we can fully depend on God for help, that He is constantly watching over us, protecting our coming and going;
Psalm 46: God Holds the Final Victory
From Psalm 46 - No matter what we face, God holds the final Victory, and we can trust Him in the midst of all that may be happening around us. This Psalm calls us to live in trust and love and to seek after a quiet and secure confidence in our God, who alone is able to save;
Psalm 27: He Gives Us All We Need (Momma!)
From Psalm 27 - This beautiful Psalm reminds us of the truth that God is our help and our stronghold in this life. He gives us all we need to face each day and He offers hope for our future, too. Choosing to trust our God who always remains the same can help us trust Him to win the battles we face today;
Psalm 103: He Renews and Redeems Our Lives
From Psalm 103 - There’s great power in choosing to set our hearts and minds on Christ; offering Him praise for Who He is and the way He’s at work in our lives. He forgives our sins. He heals our diseases. He redeems our lives from the pit. He crowns us with love and compassion. He satisfies us with good things and renews us. He is compassionate, slow to anger, abounding in love. Remembering God’s promises, and choosing to praise Him and trust His Sovereignty, is the first step towards finding hope in your day!
If you need songs, check out yesterday's post for a musical lineup to get you started on your PRAISE FEST. Let us know how you make out. Along with Jesus, your entire JC family loves and cares about you. Amen
Anonymous, actually you just did. Worship is "given attention to" something or someone. Your desire to want to worship shows the true desire of your heart.
DeleteThis verse comes to mind, "their lips praise me but their HEARTS are far from me". It is clear that your heart desires to be fulfilled in Him. Take comfort in that fact and keep believe He is guiding you on this journey to deeper fulfillment in Him alone.
May the God of Hope fill you with all Joy and Peace in believing, and you may abound in Hope through the Power of the Holy Spirit.
Amen Audra, Brilimar and Keith! You can't be worrying when your heart is full of gratitude and praise. God loves a grateful heart. Praise him with every breath.
DeleteThanks everyone for answering the questions of how to turn worries into worship ! I am glad I read this first thing in the morning it will help me through out the day .
DeleteJust what I need too. Praying for you Min Ahadi. Did you get a good price for your car. Let us know. Hope your Mom is doing well. Have a blessed day.
DeleteWhen we are worried, we must give it right to our loving Father so we don't become anxious. The only way we lose our peace is if we allow it to be taken. Rest in Him because He loves us.
Thank you, Brie and Chris Payton! This recipe to turn worry into WORSHIP is here to read again today. I feel blessed.
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DeletePsalm 25:4-5-"Show me your ways, LORD, teach me your paths. Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long”.
ReplyDeletePsalm 32:8-9-"I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you. Do not be like the horse or the mule, which have no understanding but must be controlled by bit and bridle or they will not come to you."
Proverbs 3:5-6-"Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight”.
Oh Precious Lord, what a difference a year can bring when one turns from their sorrow into Your arms, not leaning on their own understanding, but trusting, leaning, walking with You, thanking You, praising and worshiping You! As I read my posts from last year, I stand in awe of Your AMAZING, AMAZING grace!
This morning, I acknowledge and give You thanks for Your faithfulness to me during those times when I questioned whether You even heard my cries. You did Lord, yes You did! I was just too blinded and deafened in my pain that I forgot WHOSE I was, Your child! Your Spirit lifted me up from the “miry clay and set my feet upon a rock, making my footsteps firm” (Psalm 40:2)! Today, I can rejoice, even in any pain and disappointments because I’ve stepped in the authority You have given me as Your child and claim my Victory in Jesus name! Thank You Father!
I thank You for EVERYONE who lifted me up in prayers(family, JC family, friends), that took me from a place of despair during this time last year. I also give thanks with a humble heart of gratitude for those prayers that are still being lifted up to You for me and all others. My Bible tells me that: “And they overcame him by the Blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony….”(Rev. 12:11). When the attack came from every angle by the wiles of Satan, I decided to take on the shield of faith “above all” as the armor of God to defend myself against those attacks and Jesus was right there with me as He is now. Remind us that our Faith enables us to overcome. This faith in You and Your promises is made strengthened when we consider the example of Jesus who overcame the forces of temptation He faced. For us to truly be faithful, our unshakable belief in Your promises must be enduring. This shield cannot remain effective if it is lowered. Thank You for being our refuge and shield.
I prayed for each one then and I pray for each one here now. There are so many needs, so much pain, so many unanswered questions and much uncertainty. But through it all faithful Father, You remain the same God who answers prayers! I declare Your healing power through the blood of Jesus over the sick, renew their strength, restore all that which was lost, renew their hope, remind them of Your blessed assurance that Jesus is theirs’ and because He is, they need not fear. Gave each person testimonies as they take on their shield of faith, resist the devil, draw near to You and spend time basking in Your glory and what You can accomplish in their lives. Grant them Your oil of joy and wrap them in Your Righteousness through Your Son Jesus the Righteous One. Remind us that all nations and all peoples are fashioned for Your glory because KING JESUS has all authority here, not the devil! Today, we stand in faith knowing that though it seems dark (this crisis), there is a Bright and Shining Light at the end of this very dark tunnel and by this time next year by Your mercy and grace, and in the name of Jesus, there will be posts of thankful, joyful and overwhelming testimonies to Your glory! I pray this in the matchless name of JESUS, the name that is above all names! Amen.
Blessings and Peace.
Maplewood, NJ
Thank you Maplewood, I will be claiming all these victories over and over today. 2018 & 2019 have been the most difficult years of my life, yet filled with unbelievable twists turns, betrayal, disappointment, disagreement...hope, faith, love, joy, and unexpected satisfying results!
DeleteThe power of God is stunning! It knocks me off my feet and spins me around to His great and glorious path of freedom. His love is my Hope! 2020 is indeed another year of firsts for me, for all of us. I take comfort that God is always faithful and proves that over and over. Keeping connected to His hand and allowing His lead is the only path to right living and freedom, peace and blessed assurance of our Hope. God bless everyone reading, I am stopping again to lift you up in prayer. I am asking God to bless you and keep you close in His perfect peace. To fill your areas of need with His incomparable solution which is always HIM. The blood of Jesus fills in our every gap of need. We are forgiven and made whole and Holy perfection in His sight. Believe it. All my love, I hope you feel my prayers.
AMEN! AMEN! Fern, God bless!
DeleteMaplewood NJ
AMEN!
DeleteThank you and Amen Maplewood. What a blessing to hear how faithful God was and continues to be in your life. Thank you for feeding my soul today. I had things to do early the day and only got to read some of the posts which were all so good. And then I came back and filled myself up on your beautiful words. Thank you. Amen that God is the light in our wilderness today and always. He has been so faithful to pick us up our of the depths of despair or sickness or depression and set us up high. He continues to do so as we walk in our gratitude. Praying for you and my JC Family. Lots of love.
DeleteWonderful testimonies of faith! Thank you everyone.
DeleteI am so encouraged by all the posts . Amen and amen
DeleteSweet Maplewood,
DeleteHis Spirit works through you so beautifully because you are an open vessel. You walk your faith and your words show your absolute trust in Him. Thank you for feeding me every day. I really appreciate you.
Good Morning, JC Family! The sun is shining, the birds are singing and 3 of my 5 adult kiddos on are 4 hours into their 10 hr drive to move their sister home from KC, MO! Yesterday was a whirlwind of activity. My daughter landed a job that exceeded her expectations (thank you, Lord) and now she is traveling with her brothers to turn in her work 'stuff' from the old job and gather her belongings. Once again, I will have all of my family in the same state.
ReplyDeleteWe have seen God move mountains over the last week: daughter-in-love, who shattered her leg in Feb. took her first steps on Wed; my daughter's answered prayers re: a job that would allow her to move back home permanently; Son #4 got a promotion and getting to see some of my children for the first time in months has left me very thankful and blessed.
"Anonymous," all of these victories involved 'worry' at times. This JC Family's prayers, forcing my sometimes 'wayward' mind back to God's promises and the many reminders on this Post, as to Who is really promising to deliver, have helped me stay my mind of God's Word. Praying for you to see victory over worry. Thanking each of you Prayer Warriors for praying with me for Safe Travels for my kids both today and Sunday when they return. Know that even though I haven't gotten to post for a while, each of you remain in my prayers as I read...even when I haven't responded.
"Talk with Me about what you are experiencing, and ask Me to show you the way forward. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. Come near to Me, and I will come near to you." Love and Blessings as we all continue to thrive in spite of a pandemic and the other 'threats' the adversary tries to throw our way. "If God be for us, who can be against us?" Ro 8:31 TGIF...it's Friday and we are Forgiven (Maplewood!).
Whenever you are able to post, Norah, it is welcomed and appreciated. We all know you are praying for us even if you are unable to post. Thank you for all the reports of God's goodness going on around you. I have experienced many times in my life that He exceeds expectations on a regular basis. For that I am humbled and left in a spirit of praise and thanksgiving which is where I am called to be. Like you, I have learned to draw strength from others in this blog. It has become like virtual church for me. I find myself talking with you all as I wish I could do more of in the church I attend. Thank you, Norah! Thank you everyone!
DeletePRAISE and THANKSGIVING TO THE KING! He is oh so FAITHFUL!
DeleteRejoicing for your daughter's VICTORY Norah!!
Maplewood NJ
Thanking God for answering your prayers and guiding your son and daughter to exactly what they are prepared for in this world. God is so good and his promises are reliable! Thank you for your prayers. Bob reminds me that God exceeds our expectations even beyond our requests. I must always remember that others are praying for me and that is such a blessing to me. Love you all. God bless your bright new day.
DeleteWe praise God with you Norah ! Your happiness can be felt in your posting! Thank God for your perfect timing !
DeleteGod is so good to grant us what we ask of Him. And He really does provide more than we need. He loves to give us bonuses. So all we can do is thank Him with a sincere heart of gratitude.
DeleteI love to hear of more victories. God can do all things. I will wait on Him for all my heart desires. He is so faithful.
Thank you Lord for all prayers answered. You know each of our needs. I humbly cast my concerns to you, and work on patience for your timing. I pray for a peaceful mind regarding outcomes from the ever changing news regarding Covid guidance. I trust your guidance and ask for increasing clarity for us all.
DeleteI dress today with my shield of faith and push away all thoughts influenced by evil by remaining grateful in your presence. Holy SPIRIT, full the minds of those I love with truth and clarity, remove judgement and separation.
Thank you JC family for your prayers for Marc, thank God he, and me, are recovering. Thank you for the rain.
In Jesus's name, blessings to you all this day in all ways. ♥️🙏
My daughter is back at work full time. Thank you Jesus. Granny is full time with her three youngest all the time hungry grandsons. Thank you Jesus for strength and patience; I love my boys. I too like Norah read your posts and keep all of you in my prayers but don't have time to post every day. I love you all very much and am grateful for your beautiful prayers. Keep my JC family safe, Lord, and pour your calming peace over them. Thank you sweet Jesus for all your blessings.
ReplyDeleteSo good to hear, LCA! May you be richly blessed in the loving support you are providing for your family just as you have always done. God be with you!
DeleteTHANKING KING JESUS for you and family LCA!!
DeletePRAISE TO YOU DEAR LORD and FATHER, THANK YOU!
Maplewood NJ
Wonderful news! Thanking God for His faithfulness and lovingkindness! May He provide you with all you need as you bring up your wonderful grands.
Delete"Jesus, and St. Michael the archangel, defend us in battle, be our safeguard and protection against the wickedness and snares of the devil, may God rebuke him we humbly pray do thou O-Prince of the Heavenly Host by the power of God, thrust into hell satan and ALL evil spirits who prowl throughout the world seeking the ruin of souls". Amen.
ReplyDeleteAMEN! AMEN brother ABC! I stand with you in "thrusting into hell satan and ALL evil spirits.."!!
DeleteGod bless!
Maplewood NJ
I so much needed this today; . I could have lost my temper earlier against a family member...held my tongue..deep breaths in and out calling out to Jesus..Jesus..Jesus.Oh! what peace I felt!! Thank you Jesus for saving me from the snares of the d'EVIL. Thank you ABC..Maplewood..Brie all of my JC Prayer Warriors always in my prayers.!
DeleteGood morning! Some worship lyrics stuck in my head during sleep and still this morning: "Way maker, miracle worker, promise keeper, Light in the darkness, that is who You are!" YES LORD!
ReplyDeleteTo you all as we go about the day, may blessings be the only load you carry!
Thanks be to God, Audra, I am singing along with you and our entire JC family now:
DeleteYou are here, moving in our midst
I worship You
I worship You
You are here, working in this place
I worship You
I worship You
You are here, moving in our midst
I worship You
I worship You
You are here, working in this place
I worship You
I worship You
You are
Way maker, miracle worker, promise keeper
Light in the darkness
My God, that is who You are
You are
Way maker, miracle worker, promise keeper
Light in the darkness
My God, that is who You are
You are here, touching every heart
I worship You
I worship You
You are here, healing every heart
Healing every heart
Oh, I worship You
Jesus, I worship You
You're turning lives around
You are here, oh, turning lives around
I worship You
I worship You
You mended every heart
You are here, and You are mending every heart
I worship You, yeah
I worship You
And You are
Way maker, miracle worker, promise keeper
Light in the darkness
My God, that is who You are
Yeah You're the way maker
Way maker, miracle worker, promise keeper
Light in the darkness
My God, that is who You are
Yeah sing it again You are, yeah
Way maker, miracle worker, promise keeper
Light in the darkness
My God, that is who You are
Oh it's who You are, Jesus, yeah
Way maker, miracle worker, promise keeper
Light in the darkness
My God, that is who You are
Sing that is who You are
Oh, that is who You are
And that is who You are
Oh, and that is who You are
That is who You are
Lord Jesus, that is who You are
That is who You are (oh, He lifts you up)
That is who You are
That is who You are
My Jesus, yeah
Miracle worker, promise keeper
Light in the darkness
My God, that is who You are
Yes it is yeah, it's who You are
Way maker, miracle worker, promise keeper
Light in the darkness (hey)
My God, that is who You are
Let's sing this together
Even when I don't see it, come on, even when
Even when I don't see it, You're working
Even when I don't feel it, You're working
You never stop, You never stop working
You never stop, You never stop working (come on)
Even when I don't see it, You're working
Even when I don't feel it, You're working
You never stop, You never stop working
You never stop, You never stop working (oh)
Even when I don't see it, You're working
Even when I don't feel it, You're working
You never stop, You never stop working
You never stop (yeah oh), You never stop working
Even when I don't see it, You're working
Even when I don't feel it (yeah), You're working
You never stop, You never stop working
You never stop, You never stop working (You're the way maker, yeah)
Way maker, miracle worker, promise keeper
Light in the darkness
My God, that is who You are
Yeah, yeah
Way maker, miracle worker, promise keeper
Light in the darkness
My God, that is who You are
Sing that is who You are
Oh, that is who You are
That is who You are
Oh and, that is who You are
That is who You are
Yeah, and that is who You are, yeah
That is who You are
Oh, that is who You are
That is who You are
Oh it's who You are, now Jesus
Light in the darkness
My God, that is who You are
You are
Way maker, miracle worker, promise keeper
Light in the darkness
My God, that is who You are
Oh, His name is above
His name is above depression
his name is above loneliness
Oh, His name is above disease
His name is above cancer
His name is above every other name
Yes it is
That is who You are
(That is who You are)
That is who You are
(That is who You are) Jesus
And that is who You are
(That is who You are)
Oh I know that is who You are
That is who You are
Way maker, miracle worker, promise keeper, Light in the darkness, that is who You are!" YES LORD!
An act of worship is to attribute supreme worth to something or somebody. This song is so good for it beautifully lists the characteristics of our Lord Whom we worship, to Whom we attribute supreme worth and He deserves every bit of it. What a day it will be when 'every knee will bow and every tongue confess that Jesus is Lord to the glory of God the Father.' (Philippians 2:11). The final worship which will never end. To quote another great song, 'O Happy Day!' (I think that may be an understatement.)
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DeleteThanks Audra for saying Yes to God when you posted what God stuck inside your head! That song was exactly what I needed to sing today!, all day! And sing it I did! It helped me Use my shield of faith to protect myself from d'evil one's fear and negativity. Before the call, I did Talk with God about what I was experiencing, and asked Him to show me His Courage, and increase my faith. "Come near to Me, and I will come near to you." Suddenly I sensed deep within my heart that no news could steal My shield, His Way Making, His Miracle Working, His Promise Keeping, nor His Light! With this realization plus the actual song playing in the background, I made a very difficult and previously dreaded phone call. From that call, Good news was delivered to me!! Praise and thank You Good God. You are ALL THE SONG SAYS YOU ARE AND MUCH MUCH MORE! I LOVE and APPRECIATE YOU because of Who You are and for ALL You are. Please continue blessing and inspiring our JC family. Amen
Wow a great way to start this day by focusing on God's attributes. Thanks for the lyrics Brie
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FRIDAY IN THE FIFTH WEEK OF EASTER
ReplyDeleteIn the daily readings, the gospel lesson for today is the same as yesterday (John 15:12-17) and it can never be read too much. It is one of those passages that is filled with the basics of faith: love one another, love in a sacrificial way, our relationship with Jesus is one of friendship and not the subservience of a slave, He has chosen us, our calling is to serve in a manner that has a positive impact on others to the glory of God, and in our oneness with the Father through Jesus Christ all will be granted. This is what loving one another is.
Though this passage has been read and preached many times in my life, because of the Holy Spirit's activity within my soul, it is as if I am reading it for the first time (and to think I read it yesterday). I am being led to contemplate this thought of friendship with Jesus. The accompanying reading in my devotional book that went with this passage today focused on the nature of true friendship. What is a true friendship? Aelred of Rievaulx (1100's) defined true friendship as "a guardian of love or a guardian of the spirit of love...so as to preserve all its secrets in faithful silence, cures and endures all defects, rejoices in times of joy, weeps in times of sorrow, feels as his/her own all that one's friend experiences." Someone said to me that the amount of true friends we have in life can be counted on one hand. As I reflect back on my life, there is truth in that according to the quote from above. But John wanted us to know that one of those true friends in life is Jesus and He fulfills the definition of a true friend above. One of the characteristics of a true friendship is time spent together. Our JC reading today emphasizes that importance. Let us seek always that precious time of intimacy with our truest friend. I was asked once, "If you miss/skip your devotional time in the AM, do you feel guilty (which reflected the influence of religion that this is a task that must be performed rather than an experience to be treasured)?" I answered, "No. I just have missed a time with my best friend and you can be sure, I will not miss being with Him tomorrow."
"I (Jesus) have called you friends..." May we all take our best friend with us today and enjoy His true friendship in the experiences He has set before us. God be with you, your truest friend. With love, Bob
Thanks bd twin, for the message today. I stand in agreement with the person who said 'true friends can be counted on one hand, but In truth, JESUS is the ONLY true friend and after so many disappointments from "friends" who took me for granted, I am sticking to HIM alone as my ONLY TRUE FRIEND!
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Twin bd sis, in scanning the posts from last year a couple of days ago, I read your post on being betrayed and you refer to it again here. Your pain is coming through to me and I am willing to feel it. Betrayal is one of the deepest cuts in human relationships. As well we know, Jesus was no stranger to it as well. If we look at the betrayal Jesus experienced from Judas and He knew it was coming, did He guard His heart so it wouldn't hurt as bad? For me, I do not believe in any way or form God guards His heart. When He gave His only begotten Son, He took the doors off His heart and was wide open to any and all pain that comes through human sin. I don't believe Jesus loved Judas any less than the other disciples even though He knew the whole time. I believe He loved Judas, trusted Judas, believed in Judas and cared about Judas as He did the others, as He does you and me. I believe so because I do not believe in Jesus ever being half-hearted in any of His relationships. When Judas betrayed Him with a kiss, it hurt as if He didn't even know. Like Jesus, you opened your heart to someone and were betrayed, Jesus knows how you feel and you know how He felt in the Garden of Gethsemane. The two of you have a lot in common. Would be glad to be a listening ear if there was a way (the shortcomings of a blog). In the meantime, I am in prayer for you (which is no small act). God be with you.
DeleteBob, I'm just taking this with me because it is true and beautiful. Thank you.
Delete"He has chosen us, our calling is to serve in a manner that has a positive impact on others to the glory of God, and in our oneness with the Father through Jesus Christ all will be granted. This is what loving one another is."
I love this perspective on Jesus and Judas, Bob. Thank you. It helps us not feel foolish for trusting someone. We trust God with our hearts even despite possible pain. Thank you. ❤️
DeleteYes we do dear GraceTakesTime. I have a very trusting heart and I see the light in people even when someone says they don't like that person. God gave all of us light to shine. We don't know what other people are going through. You can't look at a book by its cover. Only God knows the inner workings of people's hearts. You said a lot of truth dear GTT and Bob brought a lot to light. I always feel that the Judas wasn't bad until the devil possessed his mind. I am sure that Jesus loved him and was hurt by his betrayal but His Father's Will had to be done. I'm sorry dear Maplewood was betrayed. We've all gone through that but then we must forgive and move on. It may take a while for God to work on our hearts so we can forgive but then the burden will be gone and we can come to Him in a state of holiness.
DeleteI have looked forward each morning to spending time here with the JC family. Prayers for each of you as we continue to “Walk each other HOME.
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Thank you, Marolyn. That means a lot to each of us. Thank you for posting. God be with you!
DeleteMarolyn --- So happy that you come to this site. Great JC WARRIORS reside here! May the Lord lift up His countenance upon you with the riches of His joy and pleasure, and may He give you His peace in your heart and soul. In His Grip of Grace from Kansas. JJ
DeleteWelcome Marolyn. Be blessed!
ReplyDeleteGod Bless each & everyone of you, yoir beautiful prayers, posts, teachings & songs. Continued prayers for each of you. Welcome Marolyn!!
ReplyDeleteGod bless all my brothers and sisters who stop here for refreshment, strength and renewal. God grant your prayers and give you healing, joy and peace. Welcome Marolyn.
ReplyDeleteGood morning, and happy and blessed Saturday! The sun is shining, and as I hear the birds chirping, I'm so THANKFUL for a new day to serve the Lord. Use me, Father, as Your light that shines for others to see. Guide my steps, and may Your will, not mine, be done.
ReplyDeleteAudra, I also had Way Maker on loop yesterday, and it brought me so much peace as I continue to pray for my cousin, Billy, who is in the hospital with possible Covid 19 symptoms. My cousin is being difficult, refusing tests, and I pray the Lord sends a legion of angels to quiet his soul. Please give my cousin Your strength, Lord, to keep fighting the devil and his ways. Send the Holy Spirit to whisper in his ear that he is a child of the most High God, Jesus Christ. Use this illness to draw him closer to you. We know you can turn this situation for good. I trust in You, Lotd.
My prayers are with all of our JC family. Know that your prayers are mine. May you each feel His love, peace and joy this day as we thank Him for His grace and mercy in all of out lives. Be blessed. Your sister in Christ, Rose
Father, You who are without beginning or end. You are everywhere and in everything. I come to You and relinquish control to You. Mold me into the person that You created me to be. I am amazed that You should bother with us human beings who are often so unconcerned about the big issues of life and eternity. We get so caught up in the mundane things of life like watching television and what food to eat for dinner. You are Almighty God; You are the mystery beyond all mysteries; no one can compare to You. You are above all things. You created all things. You do not fade at all but always remain strong. Help me to know You more deeply, trust You more fully, and to follow You more closely. In Jesus name, I pray, Amen. Thank You Jesus. I praise You Lord always and continually.
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DeleteAmen, sweet Janet! I join you in your beautiful prayer. May His joy and peace be yours this day and forevermore.
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Amen! Oh Happy Day!
DeleteHe loves us in our human frailty and strengthens us in the way He knows we need. It may not be what we ask for, but He knows better. Right now I need sleep and He is saying. To bed my dear daughter. Rest your weary head and be blessed.
ReplyDeleteDear Jeanne, may we be open to His guidance as He knows better than we do, and may we accept with gratitude and thankfulness all that He has provided. God bless you!
DeleteAmen dear Rose. He sure knows better than we do and we are so blessed by His guidance and provisions.
DeleteI missed you. Hope all is going well. How is your dear little grandson doing? I was with mine today. Such a cutie.
Thank you, dear Jeanne. I missed being here with all of you. All is well thanks to the Lord who provides, and thank you for asking. I'm happy to hear you were able to spend some time with your grand! Aren't they wonderful?! They're blessings from above. I have a granddaughter who is turning 7 this month, and we'll be visiting them to celebrate. So excited as we haven't seen them since January since they live in Central California. God bless you, dear sister.
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Good morning my JC family. Praying all is well, because we can trust and rest in His promises.
ReplyDeleteGod is our refuge and strength,
an ever-present help in times of trouble.
Therefore we will not fear,
though the earth is transformed
and the mountains are toppled
into the depths of the seas,
though their waters roar and foam
and the mountains quake in the surge.
Selah Psalm 46 1-3
Lord you are our all and all. Please help us remember to turn to you first through out our day. Thank you for being our refuge and strength.
Amen. 🙏
DeleteAmen! God bless our JC family.
DeleteAmen sweet Terri. Praying for you and that large family of yours. I know you need strength and our God can provide it.
DeleteAmen, Terri. What a refuge! What strength!! ❤️
ReplyDeleteWhen in His Presence;
ReplyDeleteMy mind is renewed
My peace is refreshed
And I’m reminded again
How richly I’m blessed.
♥️ yes!
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ReplyDeleteOur Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be
thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done,
on earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our
daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we
forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us
not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
Amen
Amen.
ReplyDeleteThe perfect prayer He gave us.
Decided to stay an extra day and night with my Mom in Brooklyn. She was lonely and worried about Dorothy. Dorothy is doing better thank God!
ReplyDeleteMy Mom and I are so relieved. Our God is so good.
Hallelujah! God is so good--ALWAYS! Praying for renewed strength, peace and joy for you all. Shalom.
DeleteThanks my sweet Sister! Amen! Praying for more reasons to rejoice in our day because of God’s faithfulness.
DeleteI read these every morning and it's 5/2022. I've never commented but youe prayer touched my heart about your son and I wanted to share this in hopes to help provide you with hope. It wasn't mentioned specifically what your son battles but for me it was a drug addiction. If there was such a thing as "too far gone" that would've been me. At 29 yrs old God delivered me from a 15 year opioid addiction. 10+ years of this was as an I.V. drug user. Today I have been in recovery for 6.5 years and I am a recovery coach and I work alongside of people who are in active illness (active addiction) and I help to remove barriers that stand in the way between them and success(I help show them a better way of life. A life in recovery. A life for me that could not have been achieved without Gods full intervention and thru Him, my total surrender)I also work another job subcontracting thru SVSU (Saginaw Valley State University/a college here in MI) where I help create recovery treatment plans for mothers who are pregnant substance dependent.
ReplyDelete"You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives." -Genesis 50:20
I share the gospel wherever and whenever I get the chance and I speak and share my testimony around at many places and to many people and I am so grateful for life today. If it wasn't for my past I would not have the appreciation and gratitude I do for life today.
"God has made me fruitful in the land of my affliction." Genesis 41:52
My parents reside in heaven with Jesus today but I truly believe it was because of their never ceasing intervention that lead to my redemption. I believe our prayers are spiritually eternal and once prayed they never cease to exist. I pray peace over you and you family and release and relief over your son and peace over his heart, mind and soul. Thank you for all you do and never stop praying for him and as a child of parents who prayed hard for me and made it on the other end of things...thank you for your son's prayers because I believe they will be answered because I know what a mighty God we serve. Thank you Payton Family!
Hallelujah! I'm so glad to hear your testimony and I also had a past similar to you. I never thought I'd be praising the Lord but now I can't imagine my life without Him.I'm so grateful to all those who didn't give up on me and continued praying for my redemption. The power of prayer is amazing! God bless 🙏.
DeleteSuch a beautiful testimony dear Trisha. So inspiring & encouraging. The mighty God turned ashes into beauty in your difficult journey. The faith of your parents & others praying for you gave the devil a swift kick back to the abyss! Now you are passing it forward for the kingdom & glorifying Jesus. Hallelujah! Bless you in your ministry.💞
DeleteThank you for sharing Trisha. Thank you also for using your experience to help others. My son is 3 years clean after a similar battle with opioid addiction. Bless your parents for the support they gave you. May they rest in peace. Keep fighting the fight. God bless you!
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Dear Trisha! What a powerful testimony! You have truly been an effective instrument in God’s Hands through your affliction! God allowed you to suffer through your trials to give you a deeper understanding of what others in similar positions are enduring. You have walked their paths and understand the true burden of addiction that effects so many people and their families and loved ones. But you who have been set free by God’s faithful intervention, your determination, faith, hard work, and the power of sincere prayers, know they can also turn their lives around and be brought to the Lord. Peace, salvation, fulfillment and good health are available, and can all be found in Jesus. What a blessing that He has equipped you so well to help others start new lives! You continue to shine God’s light in the darkness and give many a chance to change their lives and gain true strength of faith. I applaud your victories and your efforts that glorify God. You make a big difference every day! Keep shining your beautiful light for Jesus. God bless and keep you always.
DeleteThank You for sharing your I-Witness TESTimony. Trisha Longley. Many will know it and be saved. As my mother always told me, Children and Grandchildren keep you on your knees. However, NEVER, NEVER, EVER underestimate the value of a praying parent.
DeleteEven when you can't see them, they're working. Love and blessings to you our dear dear sister friend in Christ.
Let us go into the house of the Lord. Let us now down & worship the Lord our maker. Let's enjoy the fellowship of the saints. Let's lay down all that encumbers us & lift our hands in an offering of praise &, thanksgiving! Let's go to church. If not, worship where you are, that becomes the church! Amen! Hallelujah!
ReplyDeleteAmen to that! Hallelujah! Praise and worship to the Most High, the King of Kings!
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ReplyDelete"Spending time alone with Me is essential for your well-being."
ReplyDeleteOne of my grandsons nearly 17 years old is interested in boxing. At 6 foot 2, rippling muscles and over 200 pounds he is in the heavyweight class. Not an ounce of fat on him! Needless to say, he's in training several times a week.
The more time he spends in the gym the more skillful he will be. He's very careful about his diet, consentious about what he takes in, balancing the nutrients. He is focused on his objective.
Some thoughts on Spiritual Well-being:
With my grandson in mind how much time do I spend in my spiritual 'gym'?
Time spent with my Trainer, the Lord Jesus, through the Holy Spirit.
Time spent in prayer, in meditation, in His Word.
Time 'working out' my salvation with fear and trembling ( Philippians 2:12).
Time putting into practice what I've learnt ( witnessing to others).
Am I careful about what I 'take in', what I read, watch, listen to?
Am I really focused on my objective, living my life with oil in my lamp focused on my journey to my Heavenly home?
Just a few thoughts on which to ponder.
Wishing you all well.
Thank you dear Peter. As a former Marathon runner I really understand about the commitment of training your body. Awesome comparison and much good food for thought. We all must train ourselves better spiritually to remain in His presence and spend more quality time alone with Him.
DeleteThanks for this much needed training exercise Peter. Interestingly, I was snagged by your witness reference, because it was the 3rd time "witness" bumped into me today...Time putting into practice what I've learnt ( witnessing to others)... i am learning that a good witness is one who only tells tells exactly what s/he saw, experienced, heard like the blind man Jesus healed. The blind man only testified to the event that actually happened to him. I AM THE SAME MAN WHO ONCE WAS BLIND, BUT NOW I SEE! A Man they call Jesus made mud and smoothed it over my eyes and told me to go to the Pool of Siloam and wash off the mud. I did as He said, and now I can see. I don't know anything else.
DeleteThe witness does not have to know everything. The witness does not have to defend Jesus. The witness' own life does not have to be perfect. All the witness has to do is tell exactly what happened to him/her.
We freely witness on YELP, and EBAY when we tell of our experience in a restaurant, or with a seller. From our one statement of what actually happened to us, untold thousands benefit.
Dear Heavenly Father God,
Would you forgive me and help me open my mouth when it is time to give You a reference? Would You help me tell others when I know all You have done and are doing in my life?
Would You help me to let them know the times I mourned so loud and hard for a loved one who died, that I wanted to get in the grave with them, yet You alone brought true Comfort to me.
Would you help me tell the story of a poverty so great I did not have enough money to declare bankruptcy, yet You opened wide Your doors of opportunity to me.
Would You help me tell of all the New Mercy You give me day after day after day, just because I am Yours and Your Mercy is so undeserved, yet You give it and give it and give just because You love me.
I do want to be Your witness, Lord. Thank You for helping me In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Beautiful testimony of God’s mercy and good works in your life, dear Brie! He is so good and faithful to lift us out of the depths of despair and misery and renew and restore us in His love. He upholds us with His mighty right Hand. He comforts our hearts like none other and knows all the words we keep deep within us. He understands us better than we understand ourselves! Praise Him. Amen.
DeleteLove what you wrote, Brie. This is something that God has been making real to me of late. I don’t need to be a Bible scholar in order to witness to others, all I need to do is to share my experience of/in Him with others. God is so good!
DeleteThank you Peter! Heading to the"gym" for spiritual and physical training today. Also reminded that many of us might see a lunar eclipse tonight resulting in a "blood" moon. Thank you Lord for this reminder of the sacrifice that covers us all. Thank you Jesus!
ReplyDeleteThat’s a great reminder we’re saved by His blood. Thanks and Amen sweet Audra.
ReplyDeleteWell today was my daughter in love’s due date but their baby girl is taking her time. Praying that God will bring Bryan and Allie their lovely daughter very soon and Allie will have a smooth delivery. Thank You Jesus.
ReplyDeletePraying for the baby's smooth delivery as I also pray for locating a missing set of keys.
ReplyDeleteLooking back at these posts, we all waited patiently for Evelyn's arrival and she came into this world on the 16th! Exactly when God wanted her too. So very blessed to have her in our family. She has brought so much joy to all of us in one year. God bless her and her family always. She just got baptized so she is part of His family now. Hallelujah!
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O Lord, You are my God. I will exalt You, I will praise Your name,
For You have done wonderful things; Your counsels of old are faithfulness and truth,
Amen Jeanne 🙏. I'm glad to hear your many blessings and joys! God is so good ALWAYS! God bless!
DeleteYes. Thanks dear Janet! I am so thankful. God is so good. I know you understand. God bless you in every part of your life and lead you to love, fulfillment, joy, good health and contentment.
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ReplyDeleteMAY 12's devotion had my name written all over it. Drainout R Me. And so was Come to Me, all you who are weary and find life burdensome, and you will find rest for your soul...
Disclaimer, if I use the word, "I" it is not me. It is the "I" as in gu"I"ded by God's Holy Sp"I"r"I"t
TESTimony: So weary, so tired, so feeling left in the storm waaaay too long, the Holy Spirit awakened me in the middle of the night last week, and said go purchase refundable fares to Aruba.
After much wrestling with the covers to get back to sleep instead of dream this Impossible Dream, I finally got up, went to the computer and searched for refundable fares to Aruba. When what to my wondering eyes did appear?
Miraculously, A use points option that allows for complete refund of points up to 10 minutes before flight time!
Moraculously, there was a departure and return date for which we had enough points for both Larry and me!
Moraculously, the flight dates fell within the dates of our timeshare weeks!
Now God. Respite can only be respite if I knew my brother Keith was well taken care of.
PRAY. TRUST. WAIT. THANK!
Yesterday, the hospice chaplain came unnanounced. He said he came to pray with me. And pray he did, asking God to open the best doors, etc. God appeared with skin on!
I started to Feel The Earth Move Under My Feet.
He asked if I was able to take advantage of hospice's respite program. (I looked like death warmed over) I said, respite would only be respite, if I knew my brother Keith was well taken care of.
He asked for my top two places and dates.
I gave him the dates on my Holy Spirit airline tickets! What God Hath Wrought!
He said, I just left one of the places. But Keith's nurse is there now. I'll call her to see what she can do. (Be still, oh my beating heart)
The Chaplain, went into Keith's room and prayed with him.
Then he left. Before he was out the driveway, our phone rang. It was the Grace filled place, where Keith temporarily stayed in February. "Kelly" asked, what dates do you need for respite?" Pulled out the Holy Spirit tickets and gave her the dates. She said, we can take Keith!
Can you come in tomorrow to update his paperwork. Yes, if only she knew, I'd be Walking After Midnight, if necessary.
Anyway, from midnight to midday, it was all changed in the Twinkling of His Eye.
I wanted you to know so you could help me thank and praise the Lord!
And for helping to prop me up on all four of my leaning sides, while I was in God's Waiting Room
Much Love and Many Prayers, including those I pray when I have no time to write.
No coincidences to those in Christ, this is a God-incidence! Enjoy His blessings for you all. Thank you for sharing.
DeleteSo very happy that God is guiding you to joy, beauty, rest, and renewal.
DeleteBrie, just praising The Great I Am, Jesus, The King of Kings,
Deleteand Lor of Lords, and The Most Powerful Holy Spirit with you!!! HALLELUJAH!!!
PRAISE GOD FOR MORACLES!!!!
ReplyDeleteLove you sister! Respite B You!
♥️♥️♥️
Thank you for sharing the victory God walked you through! He is a God of miracles!
ReplyDelete" Spending time alone with Me is essential for your well-being. It is not a luxury or an option; it is a necessity." Absolutely Amen!
ReplyDeleteOur complete wellbeing depends on it.
My time alone was split into five segments today. (due to different reasons) Each as blessed as the other, but each quite different. One day the fellowship between our Lord and those who love Him will last forever. Blessed thought!
Amen
ReplyDeleteAmen! Time with Him alone is precious time indeed.
ReplyDeleteFather God, We thank You for healing our dear Norah's DH, and for bringing him back to good health and comfort. Strengthen him in every way, and take away the swelling in his legs, give him clarity of mind, and heal every infirmity in his body. You know he trusts in You and we trust in Your Word, Your Promises and Your Faithfulness. We are waiting on You and praying in the powerful Name of Christ Jesus, our Risen Lord. Amen.
ReplyDeleteProverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
And lean not on your own understanding;
In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He shall direct your paths.
Isaiah 40:31
But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
Joining in prayers for Norah and her DH while looking forward to another day of His Power and His Strength in their lives as well as in the lives of us all. In Jesus' Name. AMEN!
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DeleteJoining you, Brie & Jeanne and all our praying JC family for our dear sister, Norah, and her best man. Jehovah Rapha we ask you to bring Norah's DH through this health crisis by healing his legs, mind, and body, Father! Give both her DH and Norah the strength to walk through this valley to the other side of healing and wholeness, Lord! Thank you, Father, also for their awesome sons who are there helping their parents. In Jesus' mighty name, AMEN!
DeleteJoining warriors dear Norah in prayer for your DH. How awesome for your son to step up to help. May each of you experience our God's faithfulness & power in providing the healing your love one needs. Hallelujah! Amen! 💕🙌🙏🌈
DeleteAmen! May our Awesome God show all of us His faithfulness, and answer our prayers, lift our hearts, and strengthen every weakness! Thank You Father for this in Jesus’ Name. Amen
DeleteJoint my JC family in prayer for Norah and her DH, leg swelling be gone in Jesus name.
DeleteWishing you all a blessed day!
Amen!❤️🙏
ReplyDeletePraying with all of you that God is already healing Norah's dear husband and he will improve quickly and the swelling will go down and his vitals will be good and he will feel much better, and also that God will restore Norah's peace of mind. Expecting God's amazing Healing and Faithfulness to cover them both. Thank You Father for this in the Name of Christ Jesus. Amen
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