Lie down in green pastures of Peace. Learn to unwind whenever possible, resting in the Presence of your Shepherd. This electronic age keeps My children "wired" much of the time, too tense to find Me in the midst of their moments. I built into your very being the need for rest. How twisted the world has become when people feel guilty about meeting this basic need! How much time and energy they waste by being always on the go, rather than taking time to seek My direction for their lives.
I have called you to walk with Me down paths of Peace. I want you to blaze a trail for others who desire to live in My peaceful Presence. I have chosen you less for your strengths than for your weaknesses, which amplify your need for Me. Depend on Me more and more, and I will shower Peace on all your paths.
Psalm 23:1-3
English Standard Version
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
2 He makes me lie down in green pastures.
He leads me beside still waters.
3 He restores my soul.
He leads me in paths of righteousness
for his name's sake.
Genesis 2:2-3
English Standard Version
2 And on the seventh day God finished his work that he had done, and he rested on the seventh day from all his work that he had done. 3 So God blessed the seventh day and made it holy, because on it God rested from all his work that he had done in creation.
Luke 1:79
English Standard Version
to give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death,
to guide our feet into the way of peace.
My Prayer
Lord, forgive me for being distracted by technology and always filling my time with this website or this application or that game or that piece of media. Lord, instead of focusing on your call for my life, I spend too much time just being entertained. But Lord, you remind me that peace isn't found through a screen but through a relationship with You. Keep me on the right course. With you as my shepherd, I shall not want. Show me that rest is not simply staring at screens, but resting with you, reading your Word, meditating on it and serving your people. I want to live in the way of peace so change my habits so that I always glorify You.
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Thank you God for your gift of peace!!!
ReplyDeleteAmen! Truly. Truly. Truly. Amen.
ReplyDeleteThank you Lord for giving me rest in you and for restoring my soul.
This is a great prayer. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteTechnology can be an excellent resource to gain access to tools that promote spiritual growth or as you and I are doing now, engaging one another in the Lord (thank you paytonfamily). But as is so correctly stated in the prayer, we are all guilty of using it for our personal entertainment often at the expense of our relationships with God and others. In today’s gospel lesson (Luke 12:39-49), Jesus tells a parable of a servant who became lax in his duties because his master was delayed. I cannot help but wonder if Jesus told that parable using today’s circumstances, what would the servant be doing in not fulfilling his given responsibilities? Jesus told this parable to call you and me to have a spirit of expectation of His intervention as we go forth in fulfilling His will for our lives. For when He comes, either in the next situation or on the Last Day, it is love and only love that will be the order of the day... and we will lie down in perfect peace.
ReplyDeleteAmen! Let us be faithfully walking in His love, mercy and compassion on that joyous day.
DeleteAnd that joyous day is today and every day. This is the day the Lord has made, let us be glad and rejoice in it! Thank you Father for this new day, a chance to begin again and find peace in your Presence. In joy your day JC peeps!
DeleteYES! A note to self in 2022 😉
DeleteAmen! 🙏🙌🏼
DeleteThis is so good!
Thank you for your prayer, Chris!
Your prayer is mine as well!
May we rest in Gods presence and be a light in the world to all that are placed in our path, shining Gods love and light!
Love, prayers and blessing
🙏❤️🙏
Brandy
I read this every day without fail. Today's commentary on smartphones is significant. Jesus is delivering me from phone-addiction, and He will transform my spiritual growth path in doing so. Phones are okay but only when secondary to Jesus; He works perfectly and in order.
ReplyDeleteAmen! I pray this delivery from phone addictions over all!!!
DeleteGood morning from Portland, OR. Have a blessed day brothers and sisters in Christ.
ReplyDeleteAudrey Assad Lyrics
"Restless"
You dwell in the songs that we are singing,
Rising to the Heavens, rising to Your heart, Your heart.
Our praises filling up the spaces
In between our frailty and everything You are
You are the keeper of my heart
And I'm restless, I'm restless
'Til I rest in You, 'til I rest in You
I am restless, I'm restless
'Til I rest in You, 'til I rest in You
Oh God, I wanna rest in You
Oh, speak now for my soul is listening
Say that You have saved me, whisper in the dark, the dark.
'Cause I know You're more than my salvation
Without you I am hopeless, tell me who You are
You are the keeper of my heart
You are the keeper of my heart
And I'm restless, I'm restless
'Til I rest in You, 'til I rest in You
I am restless, I'm restless
'Til I rest in You, 'til I rest in You, Oh
I wanna rest in You
Still my heart, hold me close
Let me hear, a still small voice
Let it grow, let it rise
Into a shout, into a cry
Still my heart, hold me close
Let me hear, a still small voice
Let it grow, let it rise
Into a shout, into a cry
And I am restless, I'm restless
'Til I rest in You, let me rest in You
And I am restless, so restless
'Til I rest in You, 'til I rest in You, Oh God
Let me rest in You.
Thanks for giving me a new song to sing to The Lord Our God!
DeleteBeautiful lyrics to fill my heart!
DeleteAmen ,Thank you so much for helping me and Jesus Christ Precious Name God Bless You
Delete♥️🎶 Restless link
Deletehttps://youtu.be/UuhYZrn4flo
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ReplyDeleteJC Prayer Warriors - please pray for my dear friend, who is undergoing surgery this morning for Stage I Breast Cancer. May she and the Drs rejoice with wonder and amazement at God's wonderful works. And for my friend who is traveling as I type this to the custody hearing to get the two children out of the dangerous hands of the father.
ReplyDeleteGod is bigger than both of these circumstances. One of my sons sent me a text to read Hebrews 11 as an "excellent account of strong faith that spans over tousands of years. It includes a countless number of incredible examples of how we should shape and expand our own faith inn the here and now." God Bless him for that reminder. I, thankfully, read it. And then read, Sarah's JC, "Depend on Me more and more, and I will shower Peace on all your paths." That is my prayer for all of us and our loved ones. I will report back later today. Expecting Miracles!
Norah
Praying for both of your friends Norah. I pray for renewed health for your friend having surgery and safety for your other friend. The Lord who is faithful will come through in both situations. Amen.
DeleteNorah - Joining you in prayer for your friend undergoing surgery for breast cancer and the friend who is traveling.
DeletePraying for your friends Norah - Peace to all. KS
DeletePraying for your friends Norah. As you stand in the gap for them, request prayers for them, so will our Heavenly Father bless and greatly reward you.
DeleteMaplewood NJ
Lord have mercy on Norah's friends. Hear our prayers Lord God Almighty!
DeleteThank you, TJ! And more just in...my co-worker who was due with her 3rd baby two days ago. Peace. Confidence. Rest. DELIVERY! And, for my friend's son and daughter in law about to take a cruise. The DIL is sick: prayers for healing and open doors if other provisions are needed (rescheduling?). God knows....giving them in prayer and condifence.
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Praying for all, Norah. Thanks for sharing
DeleteGood Morning JC Family. Sharing Bible Gateway scripture.
ReplyDeleteThe fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, And the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.Proverbs 9:10 NKJV
Also Turning Point Scripture - And this I pray, that your love may abound still more and more. Philippians 1:9
Amen Sassy Mom! I love those verses! Thanks for my pre breakfast snack!
DeleteGood morning from Houston! And can I ask for prayers for our Astros who can't seem to get their act together.
ReplyDeleteOn a more serious note, please keep my mom in your prayers. She had a biopsy last Monday and will be getting the results today. She doesn't want to know and she's scared. They suspect Multiple Mylenoma.
Thanks everyone and stay connected to The Vine.
Suzanne R - Prayers for your mom.
DeleteIsaiah 41:10 So do not fear, for I am with you, do not be dismayed, For I am your GOD, I will strengthen you and help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.
Thank you, Sassy Mom!
DeleteSuzanne, I cover your mother in the Blood of Jesus, trusting God for a great report and binding the plans of the enemy. He's a miracle working God! Peace be unto you both.
DeleteMaplewood NJ
Thank you Maplewood!
DeleteAs any Braves fan could say, we understand disappointment after a great season. Nats look unstoppable! And I think we may see a World Series meme similar to: "Winning the NLCS... Bryce-less!" too funny. 😆
DeleteWe have a family member with multiple mylenoma. Truly amazing therapies have been developed in the past few years. Definitely join and get active in the National Multiple Mylenoma group, it's helped our person a lot as it's been over 8 years and they're in remission with the particular chemo being used. Godspeed, stay positive.
May God pour his amazing peace over your mom and your family. Jesus we trust in you.
DeleteSusanne R: How is your Mom doing?
DeleteSuzanne and Mad 🦊, perhaps this is your world series year!
DeletePrayers going out for healing on all fronts, for whomever may be in need this day.
Bob, I hope you catch a recording of your talk later as I will be watching a live KICKOFF in another venue while I know you will be SCORING with your wisdom at yours.
🙏♥️
Please post a link when it is available, Bob.
DeleteLuke 15:10 - THE ANGELS ARE REJOICING!!! My cousin shared this text from her grand daughter who is a nurse.
ReplyDeleteJust had a lady who is dying tell me that she sees Jesus and the pearly gates.... "when He says to come on she's going up there with HIM, leaving this world behind" AMEN AMEN!!!!!
Awesome! We have nothing to fear! The best is yet to come!
DeletePraying for a friend who has just entered hospice. Also for his wife and family as they continue this journey. Amen.
ReplyDeleteHey guys my Dad is terminally ill with brain masses and I'm asking for God to give me peace that's passes all understanding with all I'm dealing with
ReplyDeleteABC - Lisa - Joining JC Warriors in prayer for the many prayer requests mentioned.
DeleteLisa,
DeleteStanding in prayers for your dad and trusting HIS will. Yes, may His Peace that surpasses ALL your understanding give you rest and comfort at this time. May you feel the embrace of God's arms around you right now, letting you know that it's going to be alright. Hold on to Him!
Maplewood NJ
Peace be with you ABC and Lisa. Life everlasting with our lord and savior Jesus Christ! Amen!
DeleteI've awaken to a blessed cool morning, loaded with brand new mercy. I Thank the ONE from whom all blessings, love and grace flows, giving Him the Glory and honor that He deserves.
ReplyDeleteYour Presence and Joy are my strength. You've given me Living water that I trust no more. Great is Your faithfulness oh Lord that my grateful heart cries out to You with THANKSGIVING!
Blessed and great morning to you all my JC family. May the Presence and Peace of our Great Lord, stay with you and grant you rest, as you depend and walk with Him this day.
Praying for all requests and trusting the SAVIOR!
Maplewood NJ
Lord have Mercy on us All.Thanking you in advance for your Miraculous Healings. Trusting and Believing that it's Finished. Amen
ReplyDeleteSharing in prayers with all above for your requests.
ReplyDeleteNorah- for your friend in surgery, friend with custody hearing, safe delivery of a healthy baby and your friend's DIL's health with travel plans.
Suzanne- lifting your mom up in prayer. Whatever the diagnosis, I'll be praying!
Sassy Mom- thank you for sharing. Amen!
ABC - saying prayers now for you, your friend and the family that is affected. Peace and comfort for all.
Lisa- I am praying for you! I can't imagine what you are going through, but I am praying you find some peace through the heartache.
May we all take an extra break from this fast-paced world and rest in the Peace of our Lord, Jesus. Thank you, Jesus, for today...what we perceive as easy or hard. All glory and honor be Yours. Amen. CO
CO, thank you for giving me a list of all of the needs. I scrolled up and read each one, and I thank you!
ReplyDeleteVICTORIES TO SHARE: My friend's surgery went very well. Her husband texted me and said, "No surprises," I said, "Thank you, God!" She will have the results of the biopsy next week, but they got the whole tumor and took 3 lymphnodes.
My friend texted that the Custody Trial went "relatively well." I have no idea what that means, but will find out on Monday.
I don't have news on the Traveling Couple, but trust God, all is well.
I am finally off work - until Monday! Our daughter is traveling in tomorrow (Traveling Mercies, please) to celebrate her 32nd birthday, along with our first Granddaughter's 12th and our newest DIL's ?? All I know is they are all October birthdays. Today, my daughter called and told me about a friend of her's who also had an Oct. Birthday. "Can we invite him to dinner on Sunday, Mom?" "Of course!" Which involves at least another 6-10. The plans for my daughter's visit have changed umpteen times, (she's bringing a girl friend, with a dog; the girl friend's coming, but not the dog; now neither of them are coming!) and I said, "Just get some good sleep and get here! We'll figure the rest out tomorrow (which now isn't happening b/c she's stopping at her brother's and coming in on Saturday). God, give me rest - in all the best ways, to greet my family, refreshed and ready to celebrate.
Praying for all of you with loved ones facing REAL changes.
SUZANNE R.: My husband is a Multiple Myeloma Survivor: 5 years - cancer free. As MadFox said, they've made HUGE strides in this cure (they may not call it a "cure," but, for us, that is what it's been. We go next Tuesday, to hear his 'counts.' So far, they've been non-existent and for that I praise God.
So sorry I'm rambling, JC Family. It's been quite a week, but I'm home and not returning to work until 10/28, and for that I'm thankful. I will get on again tomorrow, to read, to pray, to celebrate, to mourn, to AGREE, to all PRAY, TRUST and give thanks.
Norah
Norah, I bet you are a really good cook and nurturing soul with so many wanting to come to you for celebrations. I pray that even in these times you are still able to feed and nurture as many others as you can handle on your days "off". God bless you and those you pray for today in all ways!
DeleteDear Norah, I pray your husband is doing well. You have seen God's faithfulness in your husband's condition and I expect the same for our dear MadFox! Thank you Jesus!
DeleteTHOUGHTS ON INTIMACY WITH OUR LORD
ReplyDeleteGod is listening and inviting us into His work as we pray. Yesterday, I spoke of praying for people. Today, allow me to share thoughts on praying for circumstances and institutions.
At present, we see so many issues in our society, so many ways that people are treating people in ungodly ways. I pray for people who are being treated badly and for those who are inflicting the pain upon them. As is the case in praying for individuals that I spoke of yesterday, in praying for all these needs, my heart becomes enlarged toward them and I begin to feel as God feels about them. Who knows exactly where this will lead me. To begin with, I will have more sensitivity toward people in need and complain less about the troubles that exist because of their need. Because of prayer, when the opportunity presents itself for me to actually do something, I will be ready. In praying for these needs in our culture, I will have hope for a better day because I just talked to the One Who desires unity, wholeness, and peace among all of His children and He will empower all efforts toward that end. So praying for social justice in all the circumstances within our culture, makes me want to play a positive role a midst the negatives that exist. Through prayer, I stand on guard to go into action according to the need, even if it merely means speaking a good word among the negative discussions swirling around me. This is the reason I pray for circumstances and situations that are so in need of the presence of God. Through prayer, I now have a role in God's intervention to bring healing and return wholeness to His creation.
Dearly beloved, there are too many negative voices being heard in our times. Let us pray for all social issues and thus, become committed to making things better as God wills us to do. God be with you. With love, Bob
Amen, Bob. Thank you. Out with the negative. Let the positive reign. KS
DeleteIt seems many care little about offending God.
DeleteBob, your post reminded me of the nuns who taught me in my youth that it was sinful to just walk away when others were saying offensive things, without my first saying, That comment is offensive to God, Please stop. Then I was free to leave the conversation.
I haven't practiced that in a long time. Maybe it is time for me to revive their teaching?
Hallelujah. Amen 🙏. Thank you Bob.
DeleteLord, would You help me say and do only what Honors You most? In Jesus' Name I ask. I seek. I knock. I thank. I praise. Amen.
DeleteAmen Bob! Praying that those without a conscience with hardened hearts are changed and cease to destroy the righteous, the poor, the sick, the oppressed, and the broken hearted, and with God’s help, turn their hearts to their loving Creator. He can lead them to repentance and redemption just as He led Saul to be His great apostle Paul. All things are possible in Him and through Him. What a wonderful world we could have if the ungodly could be changed from darkness to bright light and from spiritual death to life in Christ!
DeleteI am praying for Saul-like conversions on all who need them.
Delete🎶 what a ONEderful world it would be!
DeleteLord, give me the courage and discretion to say and do only what Honors You most!
Father, thank You.
ReplyDeleteNorah specifically, but to all my JC friends as well. I awoke due to some meds and now know it was providential not coincidental. Reading and praying for others in the blog, I read Norahs anonymous post above from last year. It's a small world because the rarity of multiple myeloma (MM) means I have a connection to Norah in a new way now. My diagnosis is confirmed as the blood cancer disease MM. I do not want to make this about me or my path forward as I believe God will provide me with opportunities to share anecdotes of His love and His light shining in... but have to tell you He is working in amazing and mysterious ways already. I am so blessed to have pet and cat scans that were normal and that was the secondary tests that were done on Thursday. This was the great news I mentioned. Back to bed. Peace.
ReplyDeleteOur Father, we thank you for all Your blessings. Amen.
DeleteMadFox, holding you in prayer as the Father holds your hand through this journey. May Peace permeate through your entire being, trusting the One Who knitted your body together, releasing all anxiety, fear & worry into the hands of the One Who parted the waters, the Way maker, miracle worker, promise keeper, healer of the blind & the lame, commanded a dear friend to rise from death, fed a multitude, need I say more. Jehovah Rapha is with you. We love you dear brother.
DeleteThanks Jan G... and meant to add, now adding prayers for Noah's husband as a brother in MM. He is blessed as of last year, with no cancer cells, which hopefully is still true, and keeps him healthy. MM is seen as treatable not curable. Many however are living many years, and the genetic level research may find a cure sooner than later.
DeleteNorah not Noah!!
DeleteMadFox - May our Lord continue to give you strength, peace, healing and comfort. We are all praying for you. You are our brother. Prayers to your family also. KS
DeleteBrother, prayers and hugs have been coming your way. I live in East Tennessee and by the mountains. I daily think of your Mountain Sunrise gift song from God... He has given your words to us as gifts as well! Blessed to call you Brother
DeleteThank you, brother MadFox, for allowing me to walk this journey with you and to learn from you. Prayer for you is our connection. God be with you.
DeleteDear MadFox. I have been praying asked my God to heal you of your unnamed serious problem. I have even asked Him to heal what the doctors say can’t be healed. So I will continue to ask in Thanksgiving, Hope and faith for complete healing in the name of Jesus. Those two victories of great test results are just the first of a string of lovely pearls of faithfulness God will show you. His power is limitless and well beyond our human understanding and expectations. Rest in Him. I love you.
DeleteMadfox such a Godwink that in this very day, a year ago, you were ministering to another JC Family member about MM!! Definitely not a coincidence!
DeletePrecious brother you are in my daily prayers for healing! I also have a friend who has managed this MM for several years and is still going strong! God has you cradled in His loving, healing arms!
May this new day bring you strength, MadFox and others dealing with diseases for which doctors have statistics to base diagnosis on. I remember my sister telling her doctor who gave her a prognosis for her breast cancer based on statistics, "but Dr. I'm not in those statistics." Be the tipping point, MadFox!
DeleteRose, praying for your aching heart for Blanca. Be comforted that you were able to cross paths with a such a friend as she. Your sweet memories will carry you whenever she flits through your mind now & then. Will pray the Holy Comforter will minister to the entire Carrion family. Sending love to you dear sister❤️
ReplyDeleteFROM LUKE 1 All this will be because the Mercy of our God is very tender, and Heaven's dawn is about to break open upon us to give us light, to guide our walk on His path of peace, and to give rest to our souls!
ReplyDeleteBEACH DEVOTION : POOLSIDE RETREAT
With the sun beaming down on our face, and droplets of perspiration rolling down our cheeks, we are smiling and exuberant from spending a day on the beach while on vacation from our ordinary work life!
Even on a relaxing beach vacation, we get exhausted and sticky from the salty blend of sweat and seawater. Although we are truly enjoying ourselves with beach play, it is time for a break from our work break on the beach.
With its crystal blue clorinatingly clean water and a lounger right in front of a fan, the pool area by our condo is beckoning. So we trade the sandy ocean bottom for the concrete pool bottom because we need a respite.
Likewise, when we are working at our jobs, in our ministries, in our homes, etc., though enjoyable, like fatigued beach revelers, we too need a rest. Rest is a worthy way to extend our energies and imitate God on His 7th day. When God is calling us to rest like a pool retreat does, then we need to go to wherever that restful place is for us. With God's help, imitate Him and find a sanctuary where His purifying waters wash, cool and cleanse us. Retreating to a restful place with Him will refresh our mind and restore our soul. Once pleasantly refreshed, we can get back out there on a beach that is bursting with glorious action, renewed in Him, by Him, and for Him.
FROM PSALM 84 How lovely is Your Dwelling Place, O Lord of Heavenly Hosts! My soul longs to enter into Your Sanctuary and come near to the living God!
MY PRAYER FOR US
Dear Heavenly Father God,
Would You show us an enduring place to retreat alone with You and rest in Your Presence? Would You lead us to a sanctuary where we receive and are replenished with Your steady care? Would you relax, restore, refill and renew us with fresh energy? In Jesus' Name I ask. I seek. I knock. I praise. I thank. Amen
Loving Father, Thank You for new day to say THANK YOU again. I am grateful to You for family, friends and all whom You put in my path to be a blessing to. I depend on You to grant me the courage, boldness, and enthusiasm, to never shy away from Your purpose for my life, but reach out and grab hold of every opportunity to help someone find hope, peace and faith in You. Thank You for Your grace to do just that in Jesus’ name, amen.
ReplyDeleteThe Almighty Creator of this universe knows every need and watches over every single vulnerable person on earth. One of His many ways of showing care for the disadvantages is by blessing bothers to be a blessing to someone in need. The scripture says:“It is more blessed to give than to receive” (Acts 20:35). As Christians, God has call us to pour ourselves out for others whether we are appreciated or not and there are so many scriptural verses to this (Isaiah 58:10, Matthew 10:8, Isaiah 25:4, Proverbs 29:7, Deuteronomy 15:11, Leviticus 25:35 etc..). Helping others is one of the many ways God sets apart His church in this world. Our walk with Him promises Peace, a peace that surpassing all our understanding. Helping others to find this peace in areas of their lives, brings blessings to their situation and glorifies God. If our Master, Christ Jesus gave His life in service to others, how can we do anything less? He told us that by our love for one another the world will know that we’re His. When we witness, help and serve others, we are actually serving our Lord and Master, Jesus Christ and our reward comes from only Him! As we lie down in green pastures of Peace with our Lord, may we bring others along the journey too.
Dear Father, Please lead us into good works as we conform our lives to the wisdom of the biblical scriptures You gave to guide us, in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Blessings and Peace.
Maplewood, NJ
Dearest Sister. You were speaking right to me and I received it! I was up way too late cleaning off my kitchen counter. I had my song sheets, prayer cards, Bible group papers, greeting cards, spices, tea bags, photos, pens and pencils, scratch papers and recipes strewn over it for some time. My husband commented on the mess yesterday. So like a good wife, I was up till 3:45 cleaning. Now I’m heading for a much needed nap. Btw my good husband thanked me for cleaning it and said it looked great. My son’s family is coming for dinner. God is always on time and He is both my strength and my rest.
ReplyDeleteMay God our Heavenly Father relax, restore, refill, renew, refresh and replenish you, our dear Jeanne and may these respits get repeated for our entire JC Family~
DeleteYes, rest dear sis, rest.
DeleteWhy is rest so hard for me to do? Could it be because rest requires patience? and patience requires trust?
DeleteSisters! I have to remind my husband that cleaning and orderliness keeps a clear path to God for me. I hate the clutter and am so trying to be patient and trust that all is well in the midst of it. OCD - Only Christ Directs, and He guides me to action with joy in my heart. And in that I do find peace! Thank you Jesus!
DeleteThanks for your sweet wishes for rest! Well it is Sunday and I aim to get a good nap in. I wish you all the same. God said it is a day of rest so get your feet up my brothers and sisters!
Delete💕👀💕Just a friendly reminder for those who care to join in:
ReplyDeleteOur Brother Friend in Christ, BOB, will be preaching today at his church. Service is at 10:00 (Pacific Daylight Time) and the website is www.scfaith.org/media-center. It can be watched live or later in the day. Looking forward to "seeing" you there.
Thank you Brie for the reminder. God bless! Miss you Bob! May peace and the anointing of the Holy Spirit be your words as you speak this morning.
DeleteThanks Brie, I'll meet you there👏💕
DeleteThanks for the link. How it works tomorrow!
DeleteDue to streaming challenges, I watched the replay. BOB comes on at 35:20. Posting this just in case some may want to begin with him.
DeleteThanks for the reminder sweet Brie! Before you posted it I had clicked on the link to see where it went. I’m driving home from my Mom’s to sing in Church in the morning. But I will do my best to tune in when I can. May God continue to bless our dear Bob with Spirit anointed words to share.
ReplyDeleteTraveling mercies Jeanne. Peace be with you, sweet angel.
DeleteTraveling Mercy Prayers are going before and with you, our dear Jeanne, and also going out to all of our JC Warrior Family who are also traveling today. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
DeleteBe safe dear Jeanne🙏💕
DeleteThank you so much dear Family for your sweet prayers, I arrived safely in time to sing the Entrance hymn! We serve a faithful God and prayers from sincere hearts of faith are so powerful. Hallelujah!
DeleteThank you, Brie - I have saved the link so my Hub and I can watch tomorrow b/c we don't have fellowship.
ReplyDeletePraying you home, Dear Jeanne - giver of love and light to your Mom and all you encounter. Sleep sweet, JC Family - God is on the Night Watch!
Thank you dear Norah! Your sweet words blessed my heart! Love you!
DeleteThank you for introducing us to Audrey Assad discovered her playlist and this song is a wonderful reminder how God is good to us all ! https://youtu.be/bKosVfAEUPE?list=RDEMP3Y6bwDtUphVn5YPuEe7vA
ReplyDelete"Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light." (Matthew 11:28-30). Then, because so many people were coming and going that they did not even have a chance to eat, He said to them, "Come with Me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest." (Mark 6:31). Then He said to them, "The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath. (Mark 2:27). In peace I will lie down and sleep, for You alone, LORD, make me dwell in safety. (Psalm 4:8). You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in You. (Isaiah 26:3). The LORD replied, "My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest." (Exodus 33:14).
ReplyDeleteHeavenly Father, thank You for Your holy Presence and perfect peace and rest You provide for me. Thank You for reminding me that in this busy world I do not need to be ashamed of resting in Your Presence. You are my salvation and my saving grace. I can't do anything apart from You. I need You and I depend on You for everything. Help me to always keep You first and foremost in every aspect of my life. Let me always look to You in all things and not to the things or others in this world. I praise You Lord. You are so wonderful. You are God Almighty -- the One and Only! Let Your living word flow continuously through me as I walk through the day with You. Hold my hand and guide and direct me along the path You have prepared for me. Let the Holy Spirit control the direction of my steps and when I speak, let the words be those of the Spirit. I surrender myself and all that I have to You Lord. I am Yours and You are mine. We are one. Align our spirits together as one. Reveal all the joys and pleasures of Your heart and let me share them with You. Place kindness, humility, and love into all our hearts and help us share with each other in the world. Magnify my love and faith in You and let it grow even stronger in me every moment of every day. Thank You Jesus. You are the best Father ever! I depend on You for everything, including my very next breath. You complete me. I'm nothing without You. Thank You for being in my life. Open my eyes, heart, and mind to receive all that You have for me. In Jesus name, I pray, Amen.
Love, "I depend on you for everything, including my very next breath." Amen! Hallelujah! Blessings dear Sis💕
DeleteAmen! Beautiful verses, prayer and encouragement dear Janet. Thank you! To say He is everything is even an understatement. He is even more to us than we can possibly comprehend. How blessed we are that we can call Him Father, our God and our Friend.
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DeleteAmen Janet 🙏❤️
DeleteHe restores my soul
ReplyDeleteOh yes indeed Donna. God renews us mind, body & soul. Amen!
DeleteAmen dear Donna! He is the only One who can! Amen sweet Jan! Body and soul!
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DeleteThank you dear ones for your prayers for hubby and I. We both slept better. The natural supplement the Lord led me to seemed to help him. PTL! Mine were ear plugs😀so I don't hear his movements. The shingles are not worsening. Hubby is normally very active, this virus requires rest so "hello!", Not a happy camper! We feel your prayers, thank you😍! Bless you all on this Sabbath day💕.
ReplyDeleteKeeping those prayers coming for you both!
DeleteSo happy that natural supplement God led you to is helping. And for your rest Earplugs are such a help. My husband snores every night. I keep them tucked under my pillow. 😊
We are all facing challenges of some kind but we’ll be okay because God’s peace is still there through everything. He has the last say because He is in charge. Taking my Mom to the Doctor today. She made it quite clear that if he sends her to another doctor she won’t go. My Mom is so stubborn so getting her the help she needs is really difficult. God knows this so I’m trusting in His help today. Thanking Him for turning this day into a victory for all of us who sincerely trust in His Way.
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1 John 4:4
Ye are of God, little children, and have overcome them: because greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.
Praying that all goes well today for your mom and you. I pray that God's arms wrap around you both and fill you with His abundant love and peace. God bless 🙏.
DeleteSweet Janet! Your beautiful prayer lifted me high on this rainy morning. Thanking God all will go well. Amen!!! We are in the Best of Hands.
DeletePraying for Mom and for you, Jeanne.
DeleteYou got me singing in prayer for your mom today, from the archives
Delete♥️🎶 Doctor My Eyes Jackson Browne https://youtu.be/qKGTaplzmV4
Praying for your mama, Jeanne and for your strength and patience which is amazing! Audra - I was surprised to see you on here! Are you on your vacation?
DeleteHow precious is Your loving kindness, O God! Therefore the children of men put their trust under the shadow of Your wings. They are abundantly satisfied with the fullness of Your house, and You give them drink from the river of Your pleasures. For with You is the fountain of life; in Your light we see light. (Psalm 36:7-9).
ReplyDeleteThe mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the spirit is life and peace. (Romans 8:6). Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. (Colossians 3:15). In peace I will lie down and sleep, for You alone, LORD, make me dwell in safety. (Psalm 4:8).
DeleteThanks dear sister for sharing God’s Word! Amen. His love for us is perfect and everlasting. We are undeserving of the riches of His grace which overflow from Him. His loving kindness and tender mercies extend right into eternity. As age creeps in to rob me of my youth, God’s grace and Spirit are transforming me from the inside out. My heart is filled with His light and love, and a beauty that will never fade.
DeleteGod is so consistent, and present. Sometimes i need to be reminded of that and this blog does that. Yesterday as i was scrolling through the date I saw posts about my daughter with thanksgiving for her chemo results, and a thanksgiving after benign brain tumor removal for me. God’s faithfulness during very difficult times was evident across the years. My anxiety about current events does not bless God or help me. I need to be reminded that He is consistent and cares and is with my family at all times. Please pray that my daughter’s check up about an enlarged lymph node is not cancer, and that my son in law can re-enter the workplace smoothly with a job that suits him. thank you so much! Blessings to this dear family, praying for each of you.
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Praying dear Ellen that your daughter’s enlarged lymph node is something that is easily treatable and harmless. Praying that God will guide your good son in love to the job that God has already equipped him perfectly for.
DeleteThank You Father for this and for blessing Ellen and her family in every way and answering her prayers in the Name of Christ Jesus. Amen
He did. He can. He will. Praying with confidence, our God will see you and your daughter through again and again, our dear sister friend in Christ, Ellen.
DeleteYes and amen! ♥️🙏 Ellen!
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DeleteReading through all the contributions to today's Jesu Calling, it's a real blessing to see all the scriptures and comments on the Peace which is available alone through the Prince of Peace.
ReplyDelete"And the peace that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6b.
When our heart and mind is in turmoil it is difficult to stop, calm down and regain peace.
This morning in the dark early hours while still half asleep I committed my day and all it will contain to Him.
Later, on waking up properly, so many unpeaceful things crowded into my thoughts, that I just had to get up and get busy with breakfast to divert my attention from these thoughts.
Talking to my Lord all the time, asking for His help, at last I was able to quieten down and come aside to be alone with Him.
As I closed the door to this quiet room, I heard "God is Faithful". The wonderful sense of His Peace then swept down upon me. God is faithful always.
'God IS Faithful, His Love Endures Forever.
https://youtu.be/X57LLsSeVD4
Amen dear Peter! God is faithful!! I have good news to share. My oldest son and his wife found a house in Connecticut about an hour from our apartment. They put in an offer and it was accepted. They are flying in today from California to walk carefully through it. May God smooth out all the wrinkles and details.
ReplyDeletePraying for traveling mercies for them and our dear Audra as she starts her trip. God is faithful and we are loved and taken care of! He is Sovereign. Thank You Father for protecting us under Your Mighty Wings today and for guiding our paths. Help us to remain in Your presence and peace and favor.
Thank You Jesus.
I knew HE Would, I just didn't know when! Oh how wonderful! oh how marvelous!
DeleteYay! Trust in the Lord with all your might ♥️
DeleteSo excited for you, Jeanne! Praying with all.
DeleteDear sisters, Brie, Audra and Norah! What a blessing to share news of our answered prayers. I will know more after tonight. Thanks for sharing my joy! Praying for all of you, dear ones.
DeleteI've never written on here before now, but I've been visiting the site off and on for years.. I don't know if what I'm going to say is too much, if so I'm sorry.. I just need prayers. So anyway, here goes.. My brother and his wife moved their 3 children to Florida about a year ago, after finding out that an older child in her extended family was being sexually inappropriate with them.
ReplyDeleteMy mom and I took my brothers kids over the weekend, to give them a break and get the cousins together. After getting home my 5 year old told me his cousin ( 6 yrs) cousin was making inappropriate requests and advances on him.. .. God please be with my brother as he faces this.. please show him you love and strength, even though he has turned away from you, Lord ,I know that you love him. Help him to fight for his children to get the help that they need, regardless of how anyone feels about it.. Protect those babies. Please Godremind him of who you made him to be. Show him your grace. Please help them to find the right therapists to be able to help.. Thank you everyone for allowing me to use your platform to share. It's to heavy on my own.. I ask for all the prayers for my brother and his family.. ty
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DeleteDear Anonymous,
DeleteSexual Child Abuse seems to be prevalent. Praying for God's help for your brother, and the children entrusted to him. I am also praying for the victimizer so no others have to suffer because of them.
I am thankful that your 5 year old confided in you. Many don't. Let him know you believe him and that he did nothing wrong! Therapy may help him as well.
Thank you for giving us the opportunity to pray, because pray we will. In Jesus' Name.
Joining my prayers that God will guide your brother to realize the severity of the situation and to get the children the help they need. And also your son needs counseling now. May our Way Maker make a way in Jesus’ Name we pray.
DeleteI'm so incredibly grateful for this group and all of the continuing prayers. You all help me stay closer to God and remind me of his faithfulness! Thanks so much!❤️🙏
ReplyDeleteThank you Brie
ReplyDeleteThank you for opening the door to situations and people that are in great need of intercessor prayers! I'm in!
ReplyDeleteGood Morning, JC Family. I am asking for prayers for 4 people who are dear to me: Lloyd - Dr. found tumors on his liver and pancreas. He says if they suggest treatment, he will refuse it. Paula - has been intubated since Oct 5th; they are extubating her tomorrow or Wed and will then provide 'comfort care.' She has been sick for years and her only sister cares for her. Both are in need of prayer. Pat - dear friend who lost her only sister: prayers of comfort and my 'other' Pat: healing of her colon, answers to her legal issues; acceptance of God's goodness; she needs a car has been "trapped" at home since Sept.
ReplyDeleteThank you for believing with me for miracles and answers.
My Graciously Loving Father God. --- You hear the prayers of Your people. So right now I ask You to turn Your ear to the JCFAMILY/WARRIORS' cry for help as we Intercede for Anonymous's family circumstances and for Norah's 4 precios souls, all in need of Your touch of Healing and Restoration. Father, You have rescued us from sin.You have called us by name, and we belong to You!!! HALLELUJAH!!!
DeleteWe apply The Blood of Jesus over each of these precious souls. with The Blood brings Cleansing, Healing, Deliverance and Restoration. satan, you fear The Blood of Christ Jesus, because you know you are a DEFEATED, LYING, LOSER foe, and we can look through the eyes of VICTORY!!! HALLELUJAH!!!
We pray and believe, Father, you will restore to these souls anything that has been lost, as only You can do. Overflow them with Your Spirit. If they feel they are struggling to stay above water, lift them above their circumstances and bring them safely through to the other side.
In Jesus' name, who makes a way when there doesn't seem to be a way. For His Honor and For His Purposes, AMEN and AMEN.
Psalm 6612. "You have caused men to ride over our heads; we went through the fire and through water; but You brought us out to rich fulfillment. JJ
Gathering into dear JJ's prayer that Norah's dear ones, Lloyd, who needs healing of his tumors, and an open mind to treatment, Paula, who has been intubated since the beginning of the month and the tube is now being removed, her good sister who needs strength, comfort, and peace of mind as she cares for her, Pat who needs comfort because she lost her only sister, and the other Pat who needs healing of her colon, legal help to resolve her issues, an open heart to see God's goodness and a car to give her freedom to do the things she needs to do.
DeleteDear Father, We know You can strengthen, heal, comfort and bless these people and guide them in all ways. I join in my dear sister, JJ's prayer that you will bring them up out of their infirmities, misery and bad situations, and turn their lives around so they will recover and praise Your Holy Name for Your goodness and loving kindness. You are our Way Maker and in You do we trust. Thank You for answering our prayers in the Name of Christ Jesus. Amen
A Dear Friend sent this to me and The Holy Spirit asked me to relay it to you who may also be walking through the Valley on the Way to Greener Pastures.
ReplyDeleteRemember Today’s Scripture, When you walk through the Valley of Weeping. It will become a place of refreshing springs.” (Psalm 84:6)
REFRESHING SPRINGS
When you face opposition and things don’t go your way, recognize that it’s NOT permanent. That’s NOT your final destination. Quit worrying about things that are only temporary—the betrayal, the injustice, the loneliness. That’s NOT your permanent home. It’s a TEMPORARY stop. The psalmist wrote of passing through the Valley of Weeping, not settling or getting stuck there. The valley is temporary; you’re passing THROUGH IT.
You may have a dream that you’ve buried and given up on. Maybe you’re going through a valley right now, something you don’t understand. Maybe you’re on a detour right now, going through something that is very discouraging. The challenge is to quit losing sleep over a temporary stop. Quit being stressed out over something that’s only for a season; it’s NOT permanent. You’re just passing through what will lead you to a place of refreshing springs. The right people, the right opportunities, the healing, the vindication, the restoration are headed your way. Dreams you’ve buried will be coming back to life.
A Prayer for Today
“Father, thank You that You have seen every tear I’ve shed and every dark valley I’ve walked through. Thank You that the valley is only temporary and that I just need to walk in faith through it. I believe that where You lead me will take me to refreshing springs and restoration. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.”
Thank you, Brie, for sharing. I receive the message. The valleys have an expiration date, but my faith just keeps growing and moving forward in VICTORY! HALLELUJAH!!!
DeleteYour sharing dear Brie is a refreshing to me this morning. Thank you dear sister. Pray for #2 son & his wife. Their marriage is under attack. They are going through this valley, this season of turmoil. Bless you😍💕
DeleteThank you for sharing, Brie. What a wonderful reminder that the valleys are only temporary.
DeleteThank you sister Brie! Seasons change, and so do I. ♥️🙏
DeleteDear Jan -- Praying over #2 son's marriage. My Father God, I Declare that distraction and deception over this marriage is BROKEN! I Declare they WILL NOT get discouraged. They WILL NOT give up. They WILL NOT quit and give in--like the enemy wants them to. Father, I ask You to perfect them in You and fill them up with Your Most Holy Faith! Father, Your Glory covers them and transforms them. I call for a collapse of the enemies walls. Yes, Father, a collapse of the enemies foundation, plans and schemes against this marriage! I Decree and Declare Great Spiritual Breakthroughs will occur for them. Reset them with your Resurrection Power, my Mighty Father, and move them to Revival and a Total Restoration of their marriage. Father, You are the Mountain Mover. I ask You to move the mountains in this marriage! I Plead the Blood of Jesus over this marriage and thank You, Father for hearing my prayer. In King Jesus's Name, AMEN and AMEN.
DeleteAmen! God is greater and their marriage in Him will be restored and revived and their Spirit renewed. Hallelujah!
DeleteThank you so very much sweet sister! I needed your words and your prayer for today. These hard times are just a stepping stone to the sweet times to come in His presence. He holds our hands through the wilderness and never lets go. I know my Redeemer lives and all things are in His Hands.
ReplyDeleteZephaniah 3:17
The Lord your God in your midst,
The Mighty One, will save;
He will rejoice over you with gladness,
He will quiet you with His love,
He will rejoice over you with singing.
Special intentions going out for your sweet mother and cousin, Jeanne.
DeleteYes! ♥️🙏
DeleteThanks for your prayers and encouragement!!
DeleteJesus take the wheel please 🙏 I have been going and going for the past few weeks with a new job. I have really gotten off track and consumed with making extra money not taking the time to just REST with my Savior. Father You are Life, Light, Love and You alone have EVERYTHING I NEED. Forgive me Lord and please get me back on track. Help me to remember You give and You can take away. I love You because You first loved me; help me to abide in Your Peace. In Jesus Name Amen 🙏 prayers appreciated.
ReplyDeleteAcknowledging that you've momentarily stepped back a bit from the Lord paves the way to a monumental leap in your faith forward. Hallelujah!🥰🙏🌈
DeleteAmen. This is a temporary stepping away, dear Anonymous. The Spirit inside you coaxed you back to your First Love. May God use you as a bright beacon and a good witness for Him in your new job. He only wants you to be blessed and prosper. Just keep Him in the Center so all things will who comes together.
Delete"Learn to unwind whenever possible, resting in the Presence of your Shepherd."
ReplyDelete'O The Glory Of Your Presence ': https://youtu.be/LjT9ZFFHmUw?si=wtw7bQDl1seBvN0_
Thanks dear Peter!!!
DeleteThank you dear brother 🥰
ReplyDeleteThanks Chris--paytonfamily--for the prayer today. So true. Dear heavenly Father keep me always close to you, not in front of a screen searching for some entertainment, whether "news" or stories that do nothing for my my journey and goal to get to heaven. This JC blog is pure and good, but I need quiet time to focus and dwell on You in my life, always & everyday. Amen.
ReplyDeleteDear ABC, May God find the quiet time you need to hear His voice. We all need to stop and know He is God:
DeleteYou all are in my thoughts and prayers today and always.
ReplyDeleteThanks dear Suzanne! We pray for each other. God bless and lead your new day.
DeleteDear friends, I thank God for you and this blog every day. May this day be just what you need, and may you walk with Him in joy! Amen
ReplyDeleteThanks and Amen! God bless you too!
DeleteMay you both have happily blessed b'earthdays Rich C and Sharon! I said prayers for you and know God heard them. I asked Him to lay you down in His Green Pastures of Peace and rest you in Him, our Good Shepherd. I thanked Him for sending you to us.
ReplyDeleteIn Jesus' Name. AMEN!
Happy and blessed Birthdays, dear Rich C and Sharon!! May God grant you answers to your prayers and the desires of your beautiful hearts. Thank You Jesus.
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ReplyDeleteStopped by today to visit with my friends, to receive from the Lord, and also to share.
ReplyDeleteBefore reading JC today, I sat outside to soak in the sun and in centering prayer. As I soaked, I meditated on many truths He has told me over the years; in essence, devoloping new patterns of thinking.
I have been off work for a few months now, since Father's Day weekend. 1 of the things the Lord has said to me, (through a prophetic friend) was to stop trying to provide for myself and to let Him provide.
That directive goes against what we often practice in our Western culture but it also brings me peace. As I may have shared before, He also said that it would take "a long time" to heal from years of pushing and in essence, abusing myself.
As I sat in the warming sunlight, and in the warmth of His loving truths, I discover an enjoyment of the present moment. And that enjoyment is me resting in the green pastures.
I have found these words of God, given to a friend, to be key to finding rest and fulfillment...
My child, when you see yourself as I see you, you will have a whole new level of Life, Love, and Joy. See yourself without judgemental and sadness, but see yourself with growth and Love.
These words are different than what we perceive or have learned in our Western culture but they are complimentary to what is taught in his living Word. Blessings
Dear Keith --- So glad to see your post! May the Joy of the Lord light your day, His peace slways be with you, and His grace always surround you. I speak life and blessings over you. The Lord prepares a table in the presence of your enemies and you eat the VICTORY meal!
DeleteHALLELUJAH!!!
I'm Hallelujahing with JJ, for you Keith, and for our entire JC Family of prayer warriors. It is always good to see posts from you, Even If it is just a 👋
DeleteSending out ❤️ and 🙏 to all in Jesus' Name. AMEN!
You are always in my prayers. God knows what you need better than you do. I couldn’t get through an hour without Jesus. With Him, I know I am well taken care of.
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