I am the Creator of Heaven and Earth; Lord of all that is and all that will ever be. Although I am unimaginably vast, I choose to dwell within you, permeating you with My Presence. Only in the spirit realm could Someone so infinitely great live within someone so very small. Be awed by the Power and the Glory of My Spirit within you!
Though the Holy Spirit is infinite, He designs to be your Helper. He is always ready to offer assistance; all you need to do is ask. When the path before you looks easy and straightforward, you may be tempted to go it alone instead of relying on Me. This is when you are in the greatest danger of stumbling. Ask My Spirit to help you as you go each step of the way. Never neglect this glorious Source of strength within you.
John 14:16-17
New King James Version
16 And I will pray the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may abide with you forever— 17 the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees Him nor knows Him; but you know Him, for He dwells with you and will be in you.
John 16:7
English Standard Version
Nevertheless, I tell you the truth: it is to your advantage that I go away, for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you. But if I go, I will send him to you.
Zechariah 4:6
English Standard Version
Then he said to me, “This is the word of the Lord to Zerubbabel: Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, says the Lord of hosts.
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Heavenly Father, Thank you for all that you do for me and all the gifts you give me each and every day. I am so thankful for the times that you are there for me in my time of need. Too often when things are going well, I fall back to going at it alone and taking credit for the successes in my life. I pray that during these times I continue to seek you and thank you for these successes as that is when I can experience the true joy you have bestowed on my life.
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DeleteAbsolutely Amen Jeff!
DeleteSo true, im am trying to do better bc it says that a prayer less Christian is still sinful ( something like that) I also got an awakening when it was said that a lot of could sing the words to sings from 30 or 40 years ago but could be recite one Bible verse!?. That's a shame and it was true so I need to get my act together bc I want to sit at Jesus' feet and not be left behind as we are living in the latter days and you can't pay your way into heaven or pay your way out of hell!
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DeleteSaints im going through it living in a transitional apt complex where we should be holding one another up but all these ppl including management seem to be trying to tear me down so I need prayer to stay strong they've torn up my clothes and phones hacked all my electrical equipment but those are materialistic items but they've taken altered or stolen my winter clothes but that's ok I won't be deterred by this and keeping my eyes on the prize. Thank you all.
DeleteTre welcome to this group if this is your first time posting. Praying for you as you pursue God more. He welcome
Deleteyou with open arms. Along with the other Jesus Calling Warriors, I am praying for you. God can do mighty things for those that call His name.
We must surrender completely to Jesus and His will be done.
DeleteGood bless you with strength, Tre, as your out inn the armor of God EVERY MORNING BEFORE YOU GET OUT OF BED. You will find it in Ephesians
DeleteThe full armor of God that Christians are called to put on comprises the Belt of Truth, the Breastplate of Righteousness, the Gospel of Peace, the Shield of Faith, the Helmet of Salvation, and the Sword of the Spirit.
Amen🙏
DeleteLoving prayers for the JC family 🙏🙌🏼❤️
Heavenly father thank you for all my struggles for that is when i was able to see all the positives in which you have graced me with as well. Praise jesus. Amen.
ReplyDeleteFather God I ask for your guidance. I remember all of the beautiful things you’ve shown me on my path to comfort me. The things that have been undeniably beautiful. The fact that you can see through my eyes and know the things that affect my heart good and bad is the deepest comfort imaginable. I ask you to forgive me for I am and will be a wretched bloody sinner for it is my nature but with your love and your truth I AM healed!...sorry for my mind sometimes and thank you forever and eternally yours!
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ReplyDeleteEvery prayer is beautiful. Thank you to all. I love meeting at this place every morning.
ReplyDeleteMe too! Thank you!
DeleteAmen. Beautiful and timeless prayers.
DeleteMe too! This sweet meeting place is my safe refuge in the Lord.
Me too. And love the humbled confession... "Sorry for my mind sometimes..." I pray to be stronger and better in my priority of a prayer-full life. Visiting here each day certainly helps.
DeleteFather God. I thank You for the confidence that You have instilled within me, in knowing that no matter what this world may throw in my path, You are always there with me and will always help me to walk through all the many obsticles in my way of serving You, my One and Only Lord and Savior.
ReplyDeleteI find so much inner peace through Your Holy Spirit, that I no longer have to worry about anything. I no longer worry about tomorrow or what lies ahead, but am content in living today in Your presence and listening for Your voice to lead and guide me. Why should I worry when I know that You are always at my side to help me through the day?
You have told us that You will never give us more than we can handle, and I have found this to ever so true. You have always been there in times of trouble and darness and have lifted me back into the light of Your presence. For that I am ever so grateful.
Receive me this day Lord as I surrender this body to You and ask that You take control and lead me through this day. Thank You Jesus for all Your Love. Amen
Amen! What Beautiful prayer
DeleteAmen!
DeleteWhat a awesome prayer to start the day!
DeleteIn my garage sits a resource to enable me to go to wherever I am led to go. I did not create it, I don’t have much understanding how it works, I simply turn the key and allow it to power up and be a resource to get me where I am led to go. Deep within you and me is a powerful resource given us by God, His Spirit. It is given to enable us to fulfill our calling, to love. As you and I spend this time together, we are turning the key to power up this blessed resource within our heart for the day. And as often as we choose to do so throughout the day, this Holy Spirit fires up to enable us to be what God has created us to be, loving. As you and I would not neglect using our car throughout the day, even more emphatically, let us not neglect the Spirit within us. All that is required of us is to turn the key, “O God, come to my assistance, make haste to help me. May You be glorified.”
ReplyDeleteThe keys to the Lord's kingdom indeed lies within. Turn me Aba Father towards the son, like a sunflower follows the light of the sun during it's season. Let me tune out the world and tune in to your frequency to better enrich my soul and be provided strength for the journey and peace beyond all understanding. Amen
ReplyDeleteGod stay with me always I so need peace.
ReplyDeleteAnonymous,unknown unknown and JC Family your prayers are mine.
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ReplyDeleteI am praying you feels God’s peace and hope! In Jesus name AMEN!!
please pray for my friend recently diagnosed with stage 4 cancer...she has two children to raise! Pray for her please!
Father God, I come to you early this morning and LIFT UP this JC FAMILY and each one's needs. Father, help us make You our number one priority in our lives. Help us to always seek You first before all else. Father, we hunger after you and ask that You would fill any emptiness in our hearts today with more of You. Please refresh any dry
ReplyDeleteareas of our souls. I ask for a fresh filling of Your Holy Spirit in each of us this day. Psalm 63:1 "O God, You are my God, early will I seek You, my soul thirsts for You; my flesh longs for You in a dry amd thirsty land where there is no water." Amen and Amen
Good morning 🌞 JC loved ones. Had Debbi in my radar Sassy Mom. 10/4-10am. The Lord of Issac, Jacob & Abraham is with her, holding her hand through it all. What more could we ask? She is the daughter of the Most High. Hallelujah!
ReplyDeleteJan --- Right there with you in lifting up Debbi for her test today. Psalm 121:1-2 "I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? May help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth." Amen and Amen
DeleteThank you for continuing prayers for my Debbi. Trusting YOU LORD for a victorious outcome.
DeletePraying 🙏 for Debbie too. My husband has had a heart condition since 2002, and is very healthy. Sometimes these tests just show what can be done before something big happens. I'm praying for good results.
DeleteSassy Mom, Your JC family stands together in prayers for your precious Debbie. The Creator of her body lives in her and NO negative report will come out, in Jesus name. She is covered in the BLOOD!
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Good morning Lord and jc family. We ask that you be with Debbi and Sassy Mom today. Hear our prayers Lord that all goes well today. Jesus we trust in you. Thank you for all you do for us, for answered prayer. Glory be to the Father, Son, and holy spirit.
ReplyDeleteMorning Glory and Blessings to You Father, the Creator of Heaven and this earth, the Unimaginable vast God whose Presence lives in and around us. Thank You for another day to praise and glorify Your Holy name.
ReplyDeleteNot only did You send Your Precious Son Jesus Christ to die for us, but before He left this earth, He prayed for us (John 17: 20-23) and left us the Holy Spirit (John 14:26) to guide us in our paths. AWESOME! Thank You for these gifts. SALVATION has set us free indeed!
I will stay on bended knees praying for my mom's eyes to be opened and receive this gift. Please Lord, do what ONLY You can do. Break through to her and set the truth of Jesus in her spirit until she surrenders. Please also help me to be patient and not frustrated with her when she can't call on the name of JESUS and accept her free gift, but rather let her see Your light in me.
Praying for ALL non-believers!
JC family, continuing in prayers for all the requests and concerns, before the Father who is able to do all but fail. To everyone, our Great Saviour is working behind the scene to make it all happen for our good. Thank You Holy Spirit for being in our midst and taking control.
Blessings and Peace this great Friday because we are FORGIVEN!
Maplewood NJ
Praying for your Mother to embrace the Lord and for all of our family members to have their eyes opened to the truth that Jesus is the only One who Saves and His Love is a forever one without limits and conditions. Come to Me is all He asks. I pray our loved ones come to Him in true repentence and faith and surrender their lives to Him. Amen.
DeleteAMEN! Thank you HOLY SPIRIT for the ways you find to be a part of their consciousness to bring about a change in thinking!
DeleteIt is 10 am in my area. I'm on my knees praying for God to caress my daughter Debbi with His comforting presence, love and peace that passes all understanding. Giving thanks for a victorious outcome.
ReplyDeleteI just received a brief message from Debbi while waiting to go for stress test. Debbi said she feels fine, no pain or burning in her throat, can't wait to eat and have some caffeine, etc. but wants JC Prayer Warriors to know she is grateful and thankful for your prayers. Sassy Mom is too!!!!
ReplyDeleteSassy Mom --- Just loving the two of you!!!
DeleteJJ - 12 noon in my area. Debbi has been waiting since 10 am. At peace, feeling your comforting love.
DeletePraising Jesus this morning! Praying with all the JIC warriors here for each of your circumstances. Jesus , thank you for leaving us the helper that is dwells in us and intercedes for us when we do not know what to do. His voice that speaks so supernaturally to us that guides us toward all that is right and good. The spirit of truth. Show each of us today what it is that we can do to serve others to glorify the kingdom. We are all your children. Let us give in to the love of the holy spirit and enable us to share freely your word. Whatever the gift is that the holy spirit has blessed us with I pray that we recognize it and purposely utilize that today in our heavenly walk.1) Word of Wisdom 2) Word of Knowledge 3) Faith 4) Gifts of Healing 5) Working of Miracles 6) Prophecy 7) Discerning of Spirits 8) Divers (or different) kinds of Tongues 9) Interpretation of (different) Tongues
ReplyDeleteAmen Purplemartin! The Spirit bears witness that we are the Children of God and we all must walk in the Spirit and not follow the flesh. Let us do our best to reflect the indwelling Spirit and walk to serve others and glorify Him.
DeleteAmen! Thanks to my Helper to walk and serve!
DeletePraying for Debbi! CO
ReplyDeleteUPDATE FROM DEBBI - It is now noon in my area. Debbi has been at the Med Center since 10 AM, 2 hours later they are just now beginning stress test. I will let you know as soon as it's finished. JC Prayer Warriors, please continue prayers. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteOh Victory in Jesus!!! Praising the Lord!! It is finished!!! It was over in 12 minutes. They got her heart rate up to 151. Her legs are burning, she is hungry, but good to go!!! My heart is thanking JC Prayer Warriors.
ReplyDeleteSassy Mom--- Glory, Glory, Glory to our precious Lord!!!
DeleteHallelujah! Doin' a dance of praise to the God of the universe! Thank you Jesus!
DeleteGood afternoon all and happy Friday! You all will be in my thoughts and prayers this weekend. Praise God for the break and relaxation. Oh and one more thing...... GO ASTROS! :-)
ReplyDeleteTHANK YOU, FATHER!!! Sassy Mom, I was so frustrated that I couldn't get on this site this morning. But thanks to Jan or JJ or one of them (both of them?), I had set an alarm at 10:00. My husband I prayed for her last night and this morning and then at 10, the alarm went off. I just now had to put work aside and READ! What glorious news.
ReplyDeleteWe are all so blessed to know our Father, to claim and believe our Lord Jesus Christ, to be able to pray for one another in a free Country and best of all - to see and share the victories together.
God Bless each of you. Continued prayers for you Mom, Maplewood. My prayer is that she would see the gift of a daughter she has and receive the gift you proclaim every day.
Love to all of you, JC Family!! I'm dancing in my chair, Jan!! :)
NORAH
I thank you Father for always being with me. I thank you for caring loving. I thank you for my life. You know my heart. I just lost my fiance September 28 the I am sad. But I am not alone. I feel you with me. For that I am grateful.
ReplyDeleteDear Patricia, I pray that God has comforted your broken heart and you are Waiting on Him to guide you to the desires of your heart. He knows them intimately. He is preparing the rest of your life. Look forward to love and fulfillment, and great peace and joy.
DeleteUnknown - Thankful and grateful. God bless you!
ReplyDeleteFather God thank you for Jc warriors..all of them growing in numbers..thank you Payton family.
ReplyDeleteThank You Jesus. Father, Our love is timeless. You are the most high. There is no one above You. Thank You for the gift of You and for the holy spirit. As long as You are with me Lord, anything is possible. You are my Everything. You are the reason I wake up everyday. Father, I depend on You for everything, including my very next breath. I am honored to have the presence of the holy spirit within me. Thank You my sweet, dear Lord. Bless You Lord and bless Your holy name with all that is within me. I will bless, praise, and rejoice in the Lord continually and always. Amen 🙏.
ReplyDeleteAmen Janet, your prayer still rings fresh today!! God bless you!
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Janet, blessing, praising and rejoicing in the Lord with you! Amen! God be with you, my sweet sister.
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A wonderful spirit in your prayer, Janet. It touched my heart in a very positive way. Thank you! God be with you.
DeleteAmen dear Janet! May God continue to bless and guide you every day. Thank you for your beautiful prayer!
DeleteGood morning to my Jesus, I need You every hour. More of You less of me. Thank You for always taking care of me. Praying to always be a blessing to those I encounter.
ReplyDeleteAmen, Amen Sassy Mom! I echo your prayer!
DeleteSending Sunday blessings your way!
Maplewood NJ
Amen. You are a bring light and a special blessing to me.
DeleteYou are such a bright light dear Sassy Mom and a blessing to us always.
DeleteI second that for dear Sassy Mom💕
DeleteGood morning JC family 🌞🌻. Praising the Lord of host along side all if you.
ReplyDelete🎶Holy Spirit thou art welcome in this place
Holy Spirit thou art welcome in this place
Omnipotent Father of mercy & grace
Thou art welcome in this place
Lord in thy presence there's healing divine
No other power can save Lord but thine
Holy Spirit thou art welcome in this place
Thou art welcome in this place
Fill all the hungry and empty within,
Restore us, oh Father revive us again
Holy Spirit thou art welcome in this place
Thou art welcome in this place
Praising and singing that song with you Jan, I love, love it!!! Thank You for reminding me of one of my love and praise songs!!!
DeleteGod bless.
Maplewood NJ
Often sung in church to open the worship service. But, it also can be sung of the heart. Holy Spirit, You are welcome in my heart. Thanks, Jan. God be with you!
DeleteThanks Jan! Beautiful lyrics and truth.
Delete♥️🎶 Holy Spirit you are welcome here!
Deletehttps://youtu.be/ktsPuZvH-rQ
Good Morning and God Bless each of you, JC Family. Reading back, I'm thankful for all of the answered prayers and know that they will be answered this year as well.
ReplyDeletePlumbing issues are resolved for now - thank you for your prayers. The City may be responsible for it - will find out next week. My dear Mon. Nt Sister's daughter is in labor. Praying for the birth of her 4th. Praying for a day that glorifies you, Lord. Lifting my family members, our Country, our President and all who are struggling with anything.
Blessings to each of you on this day that the Lord has made.
In prayers with you for Your sis safe delivery, Norah! God is good!
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I join you and our JC family in prayer for the safe delivery of her 4th and a healthy baby, in Jesus Holy name, I pray. Amen!
DeleteHalleluia! One more answered prayer. Glad your plumbing problem is resolved.
DeletePraying for a safe and smooth delivery of a perfect healthy baby. And continued blessings for all. Thank you Father, in the name of your son, Jesus Christ. Amen.
Loving Heavenly Father, Thank You for the blessing of a new day. I ask that You stir up within me the fullness of Your Holy Spirit and help me to grow in my relationship with the Third Person of Your Holy Trinity, to live in His power and use His gifts. In the name of my Lord Jesus Christ, I ask this. Amen.
ReplyDeleteGod remains with us today through His Word, in our life of prayer, in our relationships with others, and all of these take place through the power of His Holy Spirit. Jesus declared the message of glory in His life and teachings. He is the true personification of God the Father’s amazing presence and God’s love and defining purpose that was revealed at Calvary cross for us. This is the revelation of who God is. When we can tap into His glory through the path of holiness, the power of His might operates through our faith. A faith that behaves like a child and opens up all kinds of Kingdom understanding. Everyone willing to give their lives to God, receives a promise when Jesus assured those who seek the Kingdom, that they will receive more information and wisdom from God (Luke 10). We need a balance, because the kingdom of God is about both His power and glory, not just power or just glory. Depending on God’s power and not our own, should be a daily act of trust for every believer. “The glory that we see in Creation is but the barest reflection of the greater glory of the Creator.” (Dr. Myles Monroe).
Dear Father, We call on Your Holy Spirit to help us walk each day bearing good fruits. The fruits of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. We cannot live out these things on our own; we need Your Spirit. Thank You for helping us, in Jesus’ name. Amen.
“For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever.” Matthew 6:13
“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might.” Ephesians 6:10
“Worthy are you, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they existed and were created.” Revelation 4:11
Blessings and Peace.
Maplewood, NJ
A wonderful post for this first Sunday in October, twin bd sis! With your thoughts in my mind and heart, I head off to worship as our church reopens today. God be with you.
DeleteAmen sweet Maplewood! God is present in all of us and His spirit works mightily within us every day and strengthen, instructs, comforts and guides us in all things. God has equipped us well for the work He sets before us each day. May we bear good fruit today to His glory.
DeleteI am asking prayers for my son. He is in active addiction, was in jail for a month, out for less than a week and relapsed. I received a call last night to pick him up at the stated police barricks which I did not get but would not have done anyway. He knows God and but Satan has his claws in him. I am asking prayers as his Momma for peace with his addiction. Thank you as I am a daily reader of this blog and your prayers are uplifting to me.
ReplyDeleteKathy. Many here know your anguish and your love for the person, but not the addiction and its resulting behavior. Praying that you have peace in your role as a supportive parent and as a "non-enabler", which it appears you have come to terms with by your leaving him in jail.
DeleteWhile all here will support you with prayers and words of encouragement, if you have not participated in some level of counseling, actively read books by Christian counselors on coping methods, or an Al-Anon group, may I respectfully suggest you do so as someone who has experience with a family member who had addictions. Godspeed and may the Father strengthen your walk through this challenge. May Father, Son, and Spirit pierce the self-destructive behavior of your son and may your son return to a sober productive life. Amen.
Thank you MadFox. I have many years of dealing with this. It hurts but I know that I can only pray for him. Helping does the opposite. This I have learned. My prayers have changed over the years and now I ask for prayers for myself as well. Thank you for covering him and I with your prayers.
DeleteKathy, my prayers are with you and your son.
DeleteLord, bless this family, and shine Your light upon Your son and give him strength to overcome this addiction. I rebuke Satan's hold on him and command, in Jesus name, that Satan release him from It's claws of destruction and addiction so that your son can return to a productive life in Jesus. Please comfort this mother, Lord, with Your peace which surpasses all understanding. For all these things and more, I thank You, I praise You, I glorify You, Father God. In Jesus Holy name, I pray. Amen
God be with you and our JC family.
Thank you Rose for that beautiful prayer. God Bless you.
DeleteAs I head to church, Kathy, I will pray for your son. God be with you.
DeleteYou and your family are in my thoughts and prayers this morning Kathy. Peace.
DeletePraying for you and your family, Kathy. From my experience, miracles can happen, the cycle can be broken by the Power and Glory of Christ!
DeleteKathy - You are in my heart. Joining warriors in prayer for you and your family.
DeleteThank you. Its super hard to be hopeful waiting on a miracle. Prayers are so appreciated.
DeleteDear Kathy! Praying that God will loosen up the bonds of your son's addiction and help him to see that God only wants him to be freed from this burden and misery so he can clearly see the love and goodness of God all around him and your love and care for him. Praying that you will see that miracle, dear Sister. May the Lord bless you and your family with strength, peace and hope. Trust in His faithfulness and wait on Him.
DeleteKathy I am standing with all of our JC family in prayer for your son! Also lift you in prayer! Peace be with you both!
DeleteJoining in prayers with our JC family for you and your son dear Kathy. Declaring deliverance, restoration, strength and peace in the mighty name of Jesus Christ.
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Happy and blessed Sunday of Worship, JC family! May you all be blessed abundantly with His love, peace, favor, mercy and grace.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Brie, BFF and Jeanne for your comforting words and all Prayer Warriors for your prayers for me and my mother. You hit the nail on the head, Jeanne! My mother is very stubborn, and just as you described your mom, mine says, "I've lived a long life and I've been dying since I was born." My mother was born with six ailments and survived. Praise the Lord! I know He holds my mother in the palm of His mighty hand, and her faith is strong. All I can do is love her, pray and trust in the Lord which is all He commands us to do.
Dear Rebecca, praying for you! May God bless you abundantly and use You to introduce His Word to all the lost souls that you encounter. God be with you.
Lifting up all JC family prayer intentions and requests with confidence to the Throne of Grace and waiting expectantly for the Praise Reports. Thank You, Jesus!
Sending love and His light.
Blessings from California
Thank you Father for making the Truth more obvious to all of us, especially those that do not believe and see. Thank you for your guidance and strength which supports me as I meet you in prayer. I see that in recent past, the mornings were always best because my mind was uncluttered with thoughts about work, planning, social needs. As I work hard in training to give up numbing my self with social media, mainstream media, food and beverages, I can hear you so much better. Best gym membership EVER! Thank you Jesus!
ReplyDeleteAmen Audra! Decluttering our mind is so needed in our walk with Him. Such a blessing to draw even more closer to Him!
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Dear Rose, We must be patient with our stubborn but good Mothers. God has brought them safely to this day and I know He is holding them tight in His love. They both love the Lord so they should realize each day is a precious gift. My Mom prays for everyone and feels guilty praying for herself so I pray for her.
ReplyDeleteDear Audra, We always hear Him in the stillness. He reminds us to STOP the noise and distractions and spend time with Him. It sure beats any gym membership. For the profits it reaps are eternal.
Now I must ask for prayers. My husband played golf on Friday with his friend Tom and 2 other friends. Tom just told him that a friend he had recently had dinner with just tested positive for Covid. May God heal Tom's friend and family and may Tom and his family be free from the virus, and may God keep my good husband and me, and our family from getting Covid. Thank you Father for this, in the name of Your Son, Jesus Christ. I'm not shaking in my boots because I stand on the mighty Cornerstone.
Praying protection and healing for them all dear Jeanne.
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Thank you dear BFF! Praying all is taken care of by our loving Father.
DeleteI know I have posted this song before but it seemed so fitting for today’s devotion! Wishing all in this special group a wonderful day! It is a crisp beautiful fall Sunday in Alabama! God’s glory is EVERYWHERE!
ReplyDeleteVeni Sancte Spiritu which is Latin for Come Holy Spirit
Come, Holy Spirit, from heaven shine forth
with your glorious light.
Veni Sancte Spiritus
Come, Father of the poor, come, generous Spirit,
come, light of our hearts.
Veni Sancte Spiritus
Come from the four winds, O Spirit, come breath of God;
disperse the shadows over us,
renew and strengthen your people.
Veni Sancte Spiritus
Most kindly warming light! Enter the inmost depths of our hearts,
for we are faithful to you.
Without your presence we have nothing worthy, nothing pure.
Veni Sancte Spiritus
You are our only comforter, Peace of the soul.
In the heat you shade us; in our labour you refresh us,
and in trouble you are our strength.
Veni Sancte Spiritus
On all who put their trust in you and receive you in faith,
shower all your gifts.
Grant that they may grow in you and persevere to the end.
Give them lasting joy!
Veni Sancte Spiritus
Thank you BamaGrl! I really needed those beautiful words to lift me today. The Spirit is truly our Comforter and at this crazy time, He is with us always to disperse the clouds and renew and strengthen us.
DeleteThere are many songs asking the Holy Spirit to come. Here's one more:
Deletehttps://youtu.be/kEb5tAF5QUo
Lifting you and your son, Kathy. You and your Mom, Rose. Thanking each and everyone of you for the prayers for our dear Elihu ("He is my God"), aka Eli - who arrived today healthy and hearty, your prayers were so needed and appreciated!!
ReplyDeleteHeading to bed a happy, tired Wife, Mama, Sister and Friend....life is good and our prayers are heard. Sleep sweet, JC Family!
Halleluia! Norah, Welcome dear Elihu! Praise God the delivery went well and a precious and perfect baby has been born to brighten the lives of so many. Hope you had a wonderful sweet sleep to refresh you, dear Sister!
ReplyDeleteBEACH DEVOTION: TREASURES BENEATH THE SAND
ReplyDeleteFROM LUKE 12 Wherever your treasure is, there your heart and thoughts will also be.
MY PRAYER FOR US
Dear Heavenly Father God,
On the beach, metal detecting is a curious hobby. Intent on discovering valuable earthly treasures, some people comb the beaches from sunrise to sunset everyday, as though they still haven't found what they're looking for. Jesus, You teach us about Heavenly treasures in Luke 15, the lost coin; in Matthew 13, treasures in the field, and the pearl. And Jesus, You ask us,
DO YOU VALUE WHAT I VALUE???
What would Jesus' Spirit of Truth say our answer is? Would Jesus say we are more passionate about searching for earthly rewards OR Heavenly Treasures?
God's Holy Spirit within us yearns for much more of His Marvelous, Amazing, Out-of-this-world Heavenly Treasures.
Would You give us a seeker's heart to discover Your Holy Spirit's truths in our life? Would You guide our detector to Your Spiritual Comfort, Your Wisdom, Your Sustenance, Your Balm, Your Peace and Your Joy? Once discovered, would You help us safeguard them as Marvelous and Amazing Treaures in our heart, always embracing this glorious Source of Spirit strength within us as we go each step of the way? Would You reveal what our detector is searching for right now at this moment?
On behalf of our JC Family, I ask. I seek. I knock. I thank in Jesus' Name. Amen.
JC: I AM THE CREATOR OF HEAVEN AND EARTH! LORD OVER ALL THAT WAS, ALL THAT IS AND OVER ALL THAT WILL EVER BE!
Right now, my detector is searching for good health and happiness. And yours?
DeleteGuidance for the next right thing to do.
DeletePatience to wait on the will of Heaven
DeleteIf you get so much patience, your cup overfloweth, I need you to share some :)
DeleteFor my brother Keith, I Thank you for your prayers today JC Family. Today's Devotion reminds us ...Ask My Spirit to help you as you go each step of the way... For my Brother Keith's Cardiology Visit and for His overall health, I am ASKING, I seek. I knock. I praise. I thank. I yield. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
ReplyDeletePraying that the Lord places His healing hands upon Keith's heart and restores his health. Father, You are the healer and the miracle worker. Please touch Keith with Your healing power. In Jesus name, I pray, Amen. God bless!
DeleteDear Brie, joining the warriors for your loved one. Jesus is at the right hand of the Father, interceding on Keith's behalf. It can't & won't get any better than that! Amen! Hallelujah! Oh victory in Jesus🎶!
DeleteDeclaring better health for Keith and positive outcomes the whole family can rejoice in. 🙏♥️
DeletePraying always for dear Keith to be healed of all of his weaknesses.
ReplyDeleteFather God, we know you will be in that doctor's office and you are healing Keith as we pray. Looking forward to a good cardiologist appointment and report. Amaze the doctor with your healing power. Thank You for showing Keith your faithfulness because he trusts in You. We are waiting on You and believe that you can bring him back to perfect health. Anything is possible for You. Thank You for this in the Name of Your Son, Our Risen Lord, Christ Jesus.
But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. (Galatians 5:16). And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. (Ephesians 4:30). You, however, are not in the flesh but in the Spirit, if in fact the Spirit of God dwells in you. Anyone who does not have the Spirit of Christ does not belong to Him. (Romans 8:9).
ReplyDeleteHeavenly Father, thank You for Your Spirit that dwells within me. Thank You for the convictions that I receive from the Spirit living in me. Forgive me for not always hearing, listening, or doing what I receive when I am convicted. Sometimes, it takes me awhile to realize and sometimes I think I'm just being selfish. I am sorry. I am not perfect. Help me keep my eyes on Jesus. I praise You Lord always. Thank You Jesus. In Jesus name, I pray, Amen.
As always dear one💕. Thank you for being led by the Holy Spirit to share the word & a prayer. May the Lord of hosts bless your socks off this day👏👍🥰
DeleteThank you dear Janet for your beautiful verses and prayers.
DeleteJoining in Jan's prayer for you that God will bless your socks off today! <3 Thank You Jesus!
Dear Maplewood,
DeleteIf you are checking this blog, I would like to ask if you would let me use some of your postings to compile a little devotion booklet. Realizing that God seems to be leading you to share your gift of wisdom and insightful observations of the Scripture elsewhere, it would be great to be able to pass on to others the gift God has bestowed upon you. Along with welcoming each month in with with a thankful heart that God once again has given us breath to be, your wisdom of using scripture throughout your posting will be sorely missed. Please let me know if I can proceed.
In His Love,
Elaine
Come Holy Spirit Come! We sure need You to guide, strengthen, instruct and comfort us, and give us the right words to share. Enlighten us so we can be good and faithful servants today. Guide our feet, and our thoughts, and words. Help us to focus on You during the day instead of ourselves. Let us be a blessing to everyone we meet. Show us how to be better stewards with what God has given us. Let us have a heart to forgive, and a giving heart to help those in need. Please help us to be fruitful and productive so we can give God glory today. Thank You!
ReplyDeleteHoly Spirit, Come into my heart.
Holy Spirit, Take my heart and keep it.
One in the Father,
One in the Son,
Holy Spirit, You are One, in Love.
Yes Amen!
DeleteAmen dear Jeanne. Thank You Holy Spirit for dwelling within each of us. Show us how to maneuver through to each day in a world who cannot hear Your sweet voice saying,"this is the way, walk in it". Guide us through to victory in whatever obstacles the enemy hurls at us with Your sweet voice declaring, " no weapon formed against us shall prosper!" Holy Spirit thou art welcome in this place. Hallelujah!
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DeleteAmen dear Jan! Hallelujah!
DeleteDear Brie, I tried to copy your link but it didn’t work. What’s the name of the song? Thanks anyway 😊💗
Holy Spirit Thou Art Welcome
DeleteSong by Terry MacAlmon
Amen!!!
ReplyDeleteThere are times when we see or are shown parts of ourselves, our nature, our character that we thought were dealt with.
ReplyDeleteThis morning I was shocked to find that resentment or righteousness indignation is still part of my nature, my character.
My first reaction was to ask the Lord to help me.
I was incensed, ' who do they think they are?!!'
Recognizing my attitude was not good I brought the issue to Him immediately asking the Holy Spirit to help me deal with it.
But maybe, just maybe I've gotten it wrong?
Maybe He has shown me that my response in bringing it to Him was good?
On the other hand 'resentment' I found, is still very much part of my nature, and that's not good!
In order to be disciples, from time to time we need discipling, that means being taught a lesson. We often don't take to discipline well even though we know we need it; a bit like swallowing bitter medicine.
Hebrews 12 10b-11 "but God disciplines us for our good, in order that we may share in his holiness. 11 No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it."
The root of resentment ultimately is pride, the opposite of which is humility.
Today's Jesus Calling reading I find is so apt: " Though the Holy Spirit is infinite, He deigns to be your Helper. He is always ready to offer assistance; all you need to do is ask." And, "Ask My Spirit to help you as you go each step of the way. Never neglect this glorious Source of strength within you."
Lord Jesus please help me with this resentment I find rising in me. Holy Spirit I give you this resentment, please take it out of my life. Change me so that I am more like my Lord Jesus who lived in humility for the sake of the Kingdom.
Help me Holy Spirit to deal with the issue of pride, I'm not happy that it is part of my nature, my character.
Forgive me Lord, I surrender myself to You, so that You through the precious Holy Spirit may continue to work in me, discipling me, molding me, changing me so that I may reflect the beauty of Jesus not the ugliness of my Earthly nature. For Your Glory Lord, Amen.
Thank You so much for sharing your heartfelt TESTimony, Peter.
DeleteI am also an aspiring disciple, who continually needs disciplen. In my earlier year's post, Treasures Beneath The Sand, I asked, Would You reveal what our detector is searching for right now at this moment?
At this moment, my detector is searching for Grace-ously accepting His Disciplen.
Thank You Jesus for making me a bettered Disciple through Your Disciplen. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
May His Spirit remove your resentment dear Peter. You are a good and faithful servant with flaws like we all have! May the Holy Spirit help us all to be humble and right in heart. Thank You Jesus.
DeleteAmen.
ReplyDeleteDear heavenly Father, help me to be less anxious, less like Martha, more like Mary. I want to recline at Your feet. I don't always have to be doing something for self-value. My value only comes from YOU. Lord increase my quiet time with You! Amen.
ReplyDeleteAmen. Joining that great prayer, dear ABC.
DeleteI know how you're feeling, ABC. I JUST was thinking about Martha the other day and her need for busyness vs time with God and how I have a hard time being still...always feeling like I need to be doing something. More time with God would not only give me more peace of mind but I would also feel Him with me more!
ReplyDeleteDitto, our NJS! Sometimes I have to put on my Nike Peace Shoes and JUST DO IT!
DeleteSo very true! We all need to find that quiet time with Him so we can hear His small sweet voice speaking to our hearts. Nothing compares to the Peace in His Presence.
DeleteDear Brie! You always make me smile
Thank you for the insightful reading, sharing, prayers and encouragement. I feel pretty drained at this point in the evening. It's been a good day, but I am worn out. My DH now has 6 appointments in less than 2 weeks. The juggling, calling back and forth, asking 'why,' when I really have no choice but to comply with the Dr's orders. He is tired from seeing me get tired, which I do NOT want to convey. I made us a nice dinner, which he loved (I've always told him, he is the most fun person to cook for. He LOVES everything I make for him - ha ha - just NO sweet potatoes!). I know I just need a good night's sleep and that is where I'm heading soon.
ReplyDeletePraying for each of you - getting out of myself - giving is always key to being renewed. I do NOT have time to get sick (feeling a little icky) and I sure don't have time for self-pity - when I'm the one planning and my DH is the one going through all of it. So - I'm giving it all to my loving Father and thank you in advance, my dear JC Family for your continued prayers. You are all in mine - which helps me to again, get out of myself!
Love and Blessings. Tomorrow is a new day!
Praying you do not get sick dear Norah. No time for that. May God restore you to perfect health, and give you renewed strength and peace of mind, and may all the doctor's appointments go smoothly as God continues to heal your Best Man. Thank You Jesus.
DeletePraying for your husband and his health Norah. He is blessed to have a wonderful partner by his side. Praying for you also not to get sick. God bless!
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It is understandable that you are weary Norah. Holy cow have you had to spin many-a-plate while also seeing your DH handle so much. May you feel God is with you both, bringing you through this most arduous trial. Praying you feel His arms around you as you continue to do what needs doing. Praying mightily for you both...for strength, endurance & healing, and may you be able to throw off any cold virus that's trying to wedge it's way upon you. Sending loads of love & peace as well, Norah. In Jesus' name, amen.
DeleteNJS - Echoing your prayers for beloved Norah and Best Man- "May you feel God is with you both, bringing you through this most arduous trial. Praying mightily for you both...for strength, endurance & healing."
DeleteAnd as I pulled up tomorrow's devotion (I always prepare the night before), my answer was right there: "True Joy is a by product of living in My Presence. Therefore you can experience it in palaces, in prisons...anywhere.
ReplyDeleteDo not judge a day as devoid of Joy just because it contains difficulties. Instead, concentrate on staying in communication with Me."
Just a little preview to salt our oats for tomorrow's thirst quenching Word of God!
Staying right here in His Presence wrapped in a blanket of His peace. Goodnight dear sisters and brothers. Rest well.
DeleteNorah - thank you for sharing a glimpse of tomorrow’s devotion. How awesome it is!
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Our indwelling Spirit is the greatest gift from God. We never face anything alone. He instructs, lifts, encourages, and guides us. He supplies the right words to share. He helps us make good decisions and speak the truth. He urges us to help others even when it's inconvenient. He keeps us on the straight and narrow, and He helps us resist temptations to sin. He will lead us through this life, so we will stand in the congregation of the righteous.
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Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.
Ezekiel 36:27
I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes, and you will keep My judgments and do them.
Psalm 143:10
Teach me to do Your will,
For You are my God;
Your Spirit is good.
Lead me in the land of uprightness.
These words are so nourishing. Thank you dear Jeanne. 💕
DeleteGood morning Jeanne. Thank you and God bless you.
DeleteBeautifully said! Txs sister! 🙏🏼
DeleteThanks dear ones. God lifts us. We lift each other! <3
DeleteWho is this King of glory? The LORD of hosts, He is the King of glory. Selah. (Psalm 24:10). But You, O LORD, are a shield for me, my glory and the One who lifts up my head. (Psalm 3:3). Arise, shine; for your light has come! And the glory of the LORD is risen upon you. (Isaiah 60:1). Jesus said to her, "Did I not say to you that if you believe you would see the glory of God?" (John 11:40).
ReplyDeleteAmen. We will see if the glory of God. Hallelujah!
DeleteThanks Janet! We will see His glory on the Perfect Day.
DeleteHeavenly Father, thank You and bless Your holy name! I praise You Lord always and thank You Jesus 😊. Lord, I am so in awe of You and amazed by You! I want to always be that way Lord. You are so powerful and great and yet You choose to live within me. Even though I can't comprehend why this is, I'm so grateful that You choose to live in me. You are my reason for being. I am nothing without You. You are my everything! I need You ALL the time! Please help me to remember to call on Your Spirit when I start to do something in my own strength or in my own way. Forgive me for even thinking I can do anything on my own or in my strength, for I am weak, but You are strong. It's Your power within me that does ALL the things I need, otherwise, I will ultimately fail and/or fall. You are with me ALL the time Lord and I thank You! In Jesus name, I pray, Amen 🙏.
ReplyDeleteSuch a great prayer, once again, Janet. Thank you and bless you.
DeleteAmen and Amen! We are nothing without Him. But with Him, we are more than conquerors!
DeleteMy prayer too😊. Blessings dear Janet.💕🙏🌈
ReplyDeleteBeautiful prayers Janet🙏 I, too join you this day with all our JC family in prayer. Thank you❤️
DeleteGood morning dear warriors. Bless each of you who offered up your prayers for hubby's procedure. All went well PTL. He almost didn't make his appointment. Car broke down. A pastor from a nearby church came to the rescue. Our God provided to show Himself faithful & true. Hallelujah!🙌
ReplyDeleteBlessings Jan❤️🙏
DeleteSo glad to hear all went well and is well with your hub! A big exhale and HALLELUJAH!
DeleteSo glad all went well and He ministered to your needs when the car broke down.
DeleteYearning for the GREAT DAY when we will be united with our loved ones.
DeleteHallelujah indeed, Jan. Thanks for the update on hub, and on the Miracle Power of our Wonder Working God. 💪 Yet again He showed up early to let you know HE'S HERE and He's got this! In Jesus' Name. AMEN!
DeletePraise the Lord!
DeleteYay God!
DeleteGod sent His Angel to your rescue and all went well to His glory. So relieved to hear that. I was praying it would all go smoothly. God had your reins and knew well your situation and your solution. He is so good!
DeleteThank you Heavenly Father for sending the Helper, the Holy Spirit. May I continually lean on the Helper when times are tough and thankfully praise Him when things are going well!
ReplyDeleteHave a blessed day JC family. Please continue to pray prayers of mental and emotional healing . Thank you!
Shalom🙏
Continuing to pray for you, dear brother, and now especially for mental and emotional healing. God knows exactly what you need and we trust together in His faithfulness. Seek the bright light He is shining on your path. Look up from where your help cometh. Much love.
DeleteYour words and prayers are such a blessing dear Jeanne. Thank you😊
DeleteMuch ❤️ and Many 🙏, brother friend in Christ, Rich C, In Jesus' Name. AMEN!
DeleteJoining in prayers for you Rich. May our heavenly Father bring His powerful healing to you and yours. In Jesus name, I pray, Amen 🙏.
DeleteYou got it, Rich! 🙏
ReplyDeleteDear prayer warriors friends,
ReplyDeleteToday I ask for super natural healing prayers to relieve the compression in my herniated vertebrae C4-5-6 that is contributing to nerve pain in my left shoulder and arm. I trust the Lord that healing will come without the need for surgery. I will follow PT protocol and draw on the strength of the Holy Spirit to see me thru to restoration of mind, body and soul.
Thank you!
Praying 🙏 loud and hard for you, dear sister friend in Christ.
DeletePraying for you, my dear sister friend. I know you will be healed because we serve such a faithful God. Wait on the Lord and remain in His presence. He is our Hope. His promises are reliable. Sending love.
DeleteJoining in prayers for you Audra. May our heavenly Father touch you and heal you with His mighty power. In Jesus name, I pray, Amen 🙏.
DeleteDear beloved sister Audra, I am very familiar with pain in my Left shoulder and arm when I lost my range of motion. I couldn't lift or use my limp left arm. You are in my heart. Praying supernatural healing for your herniated disk, shoulder, arm, mind body and soul.
ReplyDeleteLove and Prayers for all of you, my Dear JC Family. Audra - you know that you are in my prayers. Every hair on your head is counted, Sister.
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