Let My Presence override everything you experience. Like a luminous veil of Light, I hover over you and everything around you. I am training you to stay conscious of Me in each situation you encounter.Psalm 31:20
When the patriarch Jacob ran away from his enraged brother, he went to sleep on a stone pillow in a land that seemed desolate. But after dreaming about heaven and angels and promises of My Presence, he awoke and exclaimed, "Surely the Lord is in this place, and I was not aware of it." His discovery was not only for him but for all who seek Me. Whenever you feel distant from Me, say, "Surely the Lord is in this place!" Then, ask Me to give you awareness of My Presence. This is a prayer that I delight to answer.
English Standard Version
In the cover of your presence you hide them
from the plots of men;
you store them in your shelter
from the strife of tongues.
Genesis 28:11-16
English Standard Version
11 And he came to a certain place and stayed there that night, because the sun had set. Taking one of the stones of the place, he put it under his head and lay down in that place to sleep. 12 And he dreamed, and behold, there was a ladder set up on the earth, and the top of it reached to heaven. And behold, the angels of God were ascending and descending on it! 13 And behold, the Lord stood above it and said, “I am the Lord, the God of Abraham your father and the God of Isaac. The land on which you lie I will give to you and to your offspring. 14 Your offspring shall be like the dust of the earth, and you shall spread abroad to the west and to the east and to the north and to the south, and in you and your offspring shall all the families of the earth be blessed. 15 Behold, I am with you and will keep you wherever you go, and will bring you back to this land. For I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you.” 16 Then Jacob awoke from his sleep and said, “Surely the Lord is in this place, and I did not know it.”
My Prayer
Be in me God. Overwhelm me. You are present with me. Remind me during the day that your Light is there, over me. Your Spirit is near, prompting me and showing me how You are relevant to every situation of my life. There are times I don't think You are near, but you remind me, like you reminded Jacob that You are present. Surely the Lord is in this place. Help me to remember Lord that with you near, the events of my life take on a different meaning and I can rest in your providence, abiding love, and confidence.
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Thank you heavenly Father for your eternal PRESENCE and love.
ReplyDeleteThank you for always being there, even when WE are distant.
ReplyDeleteI lost my princess tyonna this day this year in car crash Westbrook Maine...I try to find out why I try to seek answer n meaning as to why her???why me??
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry for your loss and this pain you will now have for your life. In my experience there is no answer to the “why” question. It has been asked for years by many people for situations like this. Pain in life is the result of sin. The good news is Tyonna is no longer experiencing pain. As you now live, cling to Him who died for sin so we all could live pain free as Tyonna now lives. Seek comfort in others. Let love live. Be there for others. They will need you.
DeleteI said another prayer for you today, parent of Princess Tyonna.
DeleteI pray for you and hope you have found acceptance..... the pain and sorrow will always be there but time does heal and what seems like unbearable becomes bearable and we go on . God Bless you
DeleteLet love live. A great reminder right there as we come to pray for you and your dear one. 🙏
DeleteIn my dark moments, You are there. In my weakness, You are there. Your light, Your word, Your Love for eternity. Help me Lord to remember that always. Amen
ReplyDeleteYes Lord, for many years I vusualize my children and wife in a beam of Your light when praying for them... but for whatever reason not a self-visualization. But I now know that Your enveloping light of love has been around me forever, but even more so, in this past month by the power of those praying for me. THANK YOU Father, Son. And Spirit.
DeleteGod, Your light is with me here and there,
Even years later when insomnia is in the air,
Jacob found you there asleep upon a rock,
I cherish where I am, as You're there 'round the clock.
Amen.
♥🙏🙏🙏♥ Amen.
DeleteAmen dear MadFox! He is with us around the clock and we are always surrounded by His brilliant light and sweet peace. When I read today’s devotion it meant so very much to me. When I was in the OR and they were prepping me for my heart procedure a song we sing in Choir started playing in my head by the grace of God. Surely the Presence of the Lord is in this place. I can feel His mighty power and His Grace.
DeleteIt soothed me right down to my soul. He is always at my side.
OMG! Jeanne. I was Spirit Led to post this same song today at 6:15 AM! Praise God from Whom all Blessings flow.
DeleteSurely, the Lord is in this place, wherever we are! It is a promise that can't be broken. How simple it seems that we need only to be reminded, yet how easy it is to not remember. In joy, in love, in sorrow, in pain, He is with us. Thank you Jesus, help us all remember each moment of our days. And also in our nights, where we are grateful for pillows softer than stone 🙏♥️
DeleteAudra, love,"pillows softer than stone!"🤗
DeleteYes thank you Jesus,
DeleteHelp us all remember each moment of our days to have heads softer than stone; And also in our nights, where we are grateful for pillows softer than stone 🙏♥️
Thank you Madfox.
ReplyDeleteThank you dear Jesus for the abundance you provide even among hardships and struggles. Amen.
I am humbled by the first sentence of today’s reading. Far too many times I have let experiences override His Presence. Today’s gospel lesson is the feeding of the 5000, a classic example of His followers allowing circumstances to override His Presence (and to think they just watched Him heal so many people ???). “We don’t have the means to deal with this problem”, and obviously they didn’t think He did either. That’s why you and I are here, to be reminded again and again and again...until this sinks deep within us and becomes a part of who we are. The disciples eventually got it...and we will too. That is why we are here, to learn to expect divine intervention because of His love and compassion.
ReplyDeleteAmen. God bless each of the JC family
DeleteDear Jesus, When I get it all twisted up, and let situations override Your Presence, would You please help me to always press Your Override Key and Lift You up where You belong ??? Thank You. Amen.
DeleteAmen Bob! When a huge problem faces us we must remember that He can do all things. There is no limit to His power and His faithfulness! Hallelujah!
DeleteAmen! Declaring the miracles made possible by the love of Christ!
DeleteAmen...All things
DeleteWonderful. I want to draw the scene of Jacob lying on the rock pillow, dreaming of the Ladder...
ReplyDeleteRight? It's such a great visual! What an incredible meditation that would be to use your drawing talents in that creative way. I hope you did it, Randy! Or maybe it's still a work in progress?
DeleteSurely You are in this place Lord. Please be with me throughout every moment of my days. Guide me Lord.
ReplyDeleteAmen Amen Amen
DeleteJesus please help
We are really struggling and overwhelmed with bills
You bless us so much and we love you so much
Surely you are in this place oh Lord
Holy Spirit please control our souls, spirits, hearts and minds
In Jesus heavenly name
Amen
Please pray for Lisa, a friend at church who has befriended me. She said she isn't worried, she has many people praying for her. She is having biopsy Dec 5, Thursday at 12:45. Her mother is a 20 year survivor of breast cancer. Thanks, JC Warriors for praying. Be blessed with love and kindness.
ReplyDeleteSassy Mom--- I pray our Lord will have mercy on Lisa and her
Deletefamily as she undergoes this biopsy. LORD let the results be completely normal and saturate Lisa with Your peace and courage. In Jesus's name AMEN and AMEN Sassy Mom, bless you for thinking about the welfare of so many people. Such a great Prayer Warrior you are! Sending much love your way.
Joining JJ Sassy Mom for your request. The Lord's will be done.Amen.
DeleteI decree and declare, that by HIS Stripes, Lisa is healed and free in Jesus name!!!
DeleteMaplewood NJ
Maplewood and all Warriors: AMEN AND AMEN!!!!! WE AGREE IN PRAYER!!!!!! Love ♥ blessings to JC Warriors.
DeleteAmen!!! 🙏🙏💖
DeleteYes Sassy Mom you have taught me the power of prayer at a different level. Jesus we trust in you; we trust in your love and mercy for Lisa and we thank you. Pour your peace over her and her family.
DeleteSassy Mom - joining all JC Warriors in prayer for your friend, Lisa. May the good Lord shower her with blessings . KS
ReplyDeleteNorah- read your blog yesterday. I too can slip into a "funk" like that. Christmases for a lot of us has changed over the years. Commercialism, materialism, name it, it's out to take away the "reason for the season"! It upsets me. I feel robbed. Sooo, I cushion all of it by simply praising the Lord, before I pop out of bed, I turn on worship songs by way of my smart phone, before you know it the evil one & all the darkness he brings just lifts & vanishes into thin air. You see when we utter worship words with our lips & proclaiming the power & greatness of our God the enemy cannot stand to hear it, it's excruciating to them, especially when they hear your tongue express it. So sing Norah! Declare His goodness! Proclaim the splendor & everlasting beauty of Jesus! Love you Sister🥰
ReplyDeleteDear Heavenly Father God,
DeleteYesterday, You know I was at the beginnings of a Blue, Blue, Blue, Blue Christmas. When just as Jan suggested, I turned on a playlist of old familiar Christmas Carols. I started singing, Keith joined in. When Larry heard us, he came into Keith's room and joined in! All of a sudden, You Made It Feel Like Christmas All Year Long! And I am grateful. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
The blues came over me yesterday too. I should have turned on the music in addition to prayer!
DeletePsalm 96:1, sing to the Lord A new song, sing to the Lord all the earth!
ReplyDeleteMissed you Jan, hope you had a great Thanksgiving! Blessings to you and yours this new month of abundant harvest.
DeleteMaplewood NJ
Thank you Maplewood 🥰. Had a very nice Thanksgiving 😊. Hope you did also. Getting very busy for me, but I always find time to pray for my JC family. You're all covered🙏.
DeleteEarly AM giving thanks text from Lisa - "Thank you for praying, I have a sense of calmness this morning, it has to be all of the prayers." Her biopsy is at 12:45, less than 5 hours away - It is almost 8 AM my time. PLEASE CONTINUE PRAYERS!!!
ReplyDeleteThanking You Lord for Your mercy this morning and rejoicing that I'm alive! "... let it be written to reverse the letter devised by Haman to destroy the Jews .... (Esther 8:5).
ReplyDeleteOn this great day of God's mercy, I join my faith with yours and I revoke any sentence or judgment passed on you by any evil plot.
Let it be known that our lives are hidden in Christ in God and so we will never be let down.
Our destiny cannot be thwarted but must be fulfilled, cause we live in the PRESENCE of the LORD!
We will celebrate our success stories together in the precious name of Jesus!
Arise, it is your time to shine, for the Glory of the Lord is upon you JC family, praise His Holy name! Remain blessed.
Maplewood NJ
Love the story of Esther. It's still teaching me that God's timing is everything. I tend to hurry the Lord, because my flesh wants instant answers, gratifications. Looking back I see why things & circumstances have to line up. For the Glory of the Most High first & foremost, then to build my faith as I wait on the Lord. Thank You Jesus!
DeleteAmen to that Maplewood! I am celebrating His faithfulness right now. It is a rainy gray day but I am singing His praises. He has been so good to me and I have seen His good deeds so I will proclaim them. Resting in my gratitude today.
DeleteDear Jan, Last year I led my Bible group through a study of Women in the Bible and we loved Esther too. He is using every one of us and we are blessed to be able to serve such a great God! But it is all in His divine timing that His plan for us will unfold.
Dearest Payton Family, your prayers from ,God, are a additional,"Daily Devotion," for me. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteThank you. Praise God.
DeleteThank you JJ for your prayers for Mateo, thank you all; he is better and little Jairo with no signs of cough. Jesus you are so good to us and we thank you. My prayers lately are silent or at times singing them to Jairo. My days are so busy with my two little grandsons; thank you Jesus for giving me patience and strength. Heavenly peace to my JC family.
ReplyDeletePraying for all on here! I have been away for a bit, but have continued prayers.
ReplyDeleteLoveconquersall - praise God grandsons are doing better! They are marvelous gifts from God.
Sassy Mom - I know it is late, but I have your sister in Christ in my prayers!
Norah - I read your post from yesterday. Saying prayers for you. Jesus is with you through every moment of every day. AS the devotion said today, "Let My Presence override everything you experience." You are entitled to your feelings, and they are completely understandable, but keep reminding yourself God is with you.
I'm feeling a bit emotional tonight as I prepare to fly home tomorrow after spending several days with my son, daughter-in-law and grandchildren. I was given the opportunity to watch a miracle happen before my eyes---the birth of my granddaughter. I am blessed and thankful to have been able to fly to them, and now need to count my blessings instead of feeling sad about going home. Thank you Lord, for everything! CO
Thank You Jesus.
ReplyDelete*Let My Presence override everything you experience. Like a luminous veil of Light, I hover over you and everything around you. I am training you to stay conscious of Me in each situation you encounter.*
ReplyDeleteHave you tried Walking Away from the People who keep stirring up Negative Drama and Gravitating towards people who lead you to peace? Gravitate towards people who lift you up; Gravitate toward people who see their own and your worth; Gravitate towards your own successes and trust with Faith in God's help to determine your life path; Gravitate towards people and things that soothe your soul? Whenever you do, you can be happier and healthier. ❤ ❤ ❤
Yes, Brie... Let us gravitate to the LIGHT and try to help those in the dark until they try to drag you into their dark pit with them, as sadly many often attempt to do. VISUALIZE them in orayer in the light but as Jesus said to the disciples, "walk away." to find others open to the light. AMEN.
DeleteAmen! May the Lord help us to surround yourself with good people and help us to be patient and pray for those in the dark. May they see, understand, accept and be filled with His Light, Love and Peace that only He can give. In Jesus Name, Amen.
DeleteBlessings from France
Surround ourself*
DeleteBFF
Amen Brie, MadFox and BFF! We just don’t need people who are doing their best to separate us from the love and light of our God and the peace He grants us. Now I am brave enough to speak out against any one who threatens to do so. He equips us and strengthens us to guard our faith above all things. We stand together on the Rock that never crumbles and we shall not be moved. .
Delete"Surely the Lord is in this place". This place that Chris Payton, with the leading of the Lord created for each of us to share our hopes, trials & victories! Hallelujah!
ReplyDeleteI agree, well said! Thank you Jan. Thank you Payton Family. It is a blessing to share our hopes, trials, and victories.
DeleteAmen!
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"Not for a minute
Was I forsaken
The Lord is in this place
The Lord is in this place
Come Holy Spirit
Dry bones awaken
The Lord is in this place
The Lord is in this place" ��
Blessings from France
BFF, love, "dry bones are awaken." On the funny side, I soon will be 73, how about," old bones are strengthen."🥴
DeleteAn hour after old people awaken
DeleteHelp get their old bones to straighten 😊
Anen!
DeleteAmen to that dear Sisters! Let us remember we are all still children, beloved children of the Most High. We may be aging but we’re being refined like fine wine. He refreshes and renews us each new day and we receive it.
DeleteAmen again
DeleteCounting on that, Jeanne!
DeleteMe too! As the gray hairs come and the wrinkles get deeper, I remind myself that my inner child is alive and well and the Christ in me is always the same. His light doesn't dim in the least as the years roll by, We will always have our inner beauty because that light is the most glorious part of us.
Delete“Where can I go from Your Spirit? Where can I flee from Your presence? If I go up to the heavens, You are there; if I make my bed in the depths, You are there” (Psalm 139:7-8).
ReplyDeleteLoving Father, It’s another great day to say thank You. May my heart’s love for You be the aim of all my actions today, and seek satisfaction only in fulfilling Your will, give more of myself to You, and whatever I do, I desire for all to be done for the glory of Your Kingdom. Help me to train my eyes to see little kindnesses as gifts through Your great presence in all things. May I always be reminded that just as You are present in the simple things, You are in the grand and great. May I find a stopping point today in which to rest in You. Thank You that it is only through the cross and resurrection of Jesus that a way into Your presence and the gift of the Holy Spirit living within me is made possible.
May the sick and shut-in recieve a special visit from You, that will fill their spirit with Your love, peace, strength and restoration to their health, giving them more reasons to testify of Your glory. May those that are mourning find comfort and peace in the joy of Your Holy Presence. I honor You this day, in Jesus’ name.
Blessings and Peace.
Maplewood, NJ
Amen. Thank you our sweet Maplewood NJ syrup. In rain, or sleet, or snow or hail, you consistently deliver His Glory to us every morning every day. I'm so glad you do. For all of us, I Thank God and you for our Daily Newspaper from Him. Amen.
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Amen amen Maplewood & Brie! Thank you Lord and thank you brothers & sisters for your daily beautiful words and prayers filled with His Spirit. Thank you Chris for this blog.
DeleteHallelujah !
Blessings from France
Thank you dearest Maplewood! You are such a blessing to all of us every day!
DeleteThank you Brie for always being a breath of fresh air to my soul!
Thank you dear BFF for your sweet and gentle spirit of love.
Thank you dear Chris for this lovely place of solace, fellowship, love and friendship. It lights my days. We are so blessed and thankful to be here together praising the Lord and lifting each other in prayer. Love you all!
"May the sick and shut-in receive a special visit from You". Thank you Holy Spirit for the visits and blessings you deliver each and every day. By the grace of God, your prayers and fellowship, we emerge from our Covid quarantine with negative tests and no contagions. Early detection and the Monoclonal Antibody Treatment made for an amazing recovery. Thank you Jesus!
DeleteThanks dear Maplewood! Was so busy today cooking for my family. I kept trying to find some quiet time to be with the Lord. Prayed while I was cooking. God's Spirit was in me and I could feel His presence. Guided me to making a nice dinner in record time. Had the table set and everything was prepared just as little Gabriel ran into my arms. I said Thank You Jesus!!!
DeleteAmen dear Audra! He is so faithful! I feel very secure after getting my booster. God made a way for us to feel more at ease. Let us continue to praise His Holy Name with gratitude.
Very nice prayer Maplewood. Dear Lord, may I please also copy it and make it my prayer? Thank you Lord. In Jesus' name I pray. AMEN
ReplyDelete❤️️ 🎶🎶🎶❤️️ SURELY THE PRESENCE
ReplyDeletesung by (Various Artists)
CHORUS:
Surely the Presence of The Lord is in this place
I can feel His Mighty Power and His Grace
I can hear brush of His Angel’s Wings
I see glory on each face
Surely the Presence of the Lord is in this place
In the midst of His children the Lord said He would be
It doesn’t take very many
It can be just two or three
And I feel that same sweet spirit that I’ve felt so many times before
Surely I can say I’ve been with the Lord
(REPEAT CHORUS)
There’s a holy hush around us as His glory fills this place
I’ve touch the hem of His Garment
I can almost see His Face
And my heart is overflowing with the fullness of His Joy
I know without a doubt I’ve been with the Lord
(REPEAT CHORUS)
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DeleteLove this song🎶. Thank sister for sharing 🥰
Delete❤ BFF (Forgot to sign)
DeleteVery beautiful sweet Brie! Thanks dear sister!
Delete🎶 perfect ♥️
DeleteSurely the presence ♥️🎶 link
Deletehttps://youtu.be/MzDGvDZxnuw
Beautiful! Thanks for this version, Audra.
DeleteGood morning, JC Family. My apologies for not posting in the blog over the past week. While I was away from home, I attempted a few posts using my iPad but they would not go through. Now I am home, I think my computer will let my posts go through (I'll see when I hit the publish button).
ReplyDeleteI also have not posted because I am not sure I had anything Spirit-led at this time and I do not want to post my personal opinions. I have entered into Advent by reading the book of Isaiah. I am being humbled by what I am reading and again do not feel in a spiritual state to making my time before the Lord available for now. I somewhat have the feeling of Zechariah when he was muted for the time period as he awaited the birth of his son, John (the Baptist). But in sharing this with MadFox this AM, he encouraged me to say something thus I am attempting this post. I am with you and will post thoughts again as the Spirit directs.
God be with you. With love, Bob
When the Spirit directs, then you post. A good plan! May we all perhaps use that thinking in our posts... that's my new plan for here, as our number of posts has sometimes gotten into the 100's! Thanks to all for your prayers, and to Bob for his leadership.
DeleteSo happy to read a post from you dear Bob. I really do understand. I’m glad you’re reading Isaiah. Whenever you have a word fir us I am ready to receive it with much joy.
DeleteI tend to respond to many posts because they move me. I find so much spiritual food. Better food than even a bacon cheeseburger with fries.
Lifting you dear MadFox and I believe God is healing you! Thank you Jesus! Rest in His love and care!
Thanks for the info Bob. Praying for God's Holy Spirit to ignite a Spirit Led Spark of Light. Until then, I shall thank Him for your and everyone's past posts which remain very current, helpful and applicable to today's journey. They serve as continual Guideposts and reminders of His Presence overrididing everything we experience along the way as they shed a luminous veil of Light on my path. Thanks to all of You for the commitment of time you take to pray and/or post in Jesus' Name. Amen.
DeleteBlessings to all!
Glad to read your post again Bob! You've been in our prayers. (And you still are)
DeleteHope you had a great and blessed trip.
Thank you for letting us know about how you feel. Take the time you need to rest in His Presence and come back to share a blessing whenever He leads you to. No pressure.
Praying for you and your loved ones. Have a wonderful day!
Blessings from France
Jeanne, I look forward to, and feel blessed to know you through your loving responses to many posts because they move you, and remind us, God is on the move; He's on the move! Alleluia!
DeleteBlessings.
Take the time the Holy Spirit needs to lead you, Bob. JC Prayer Warriors will still be in here praying.
DeleteI understand the need for Zechariah tape face time. July was the month chosen for me to come away for a little while. I prayed for a change and struggled through a muddy water situation. What to my wandering eyes did appear? He changed me. And the water finally cleared. Praise God! Amen.
After a full night's sleep (without dreams, thank you, Father!), I am refreshed and so very thankful for the love on this page. Yes, God is surely in this place and we see it daily as we pray for one another and then see the victories. The 'Why?' fades into trust in the Lord. Praying for my family who is daily out and about in this world; for you, MadFox, Jeanne, Brie (our songbird), Maplewood (whose prayers give us a visual), Jan, LQA - all of you whose hearts have been 'knit together in Love.' MadFox, your journey is one we will never forget and we'll continue to hold you and all of our loved ones in that Light, as we pray.
ReplyDeleteContinued prayers for our brother, Bob. I miss his posts and trust he is still fine, traveling and blessed.
I will hop on later and read more. Praying for a blessed day for each of you, in the name of Jesus Christ!
Hope and pray you are in the middle of a very sweet and blessed day dear Norah! Thanks for your prayers always!
ReplyDeleteLord, please open my eyes and keep me aware of Your presence in all situations. Guide me and make straight my paths
ReplyDeleteAmen Mark. Jesus, Remind me to stay in Your presence.
DeleteDriving back home this morning after a busy weekend with my Mom! Took her for her second Shingles vaccine, grocery shopping and to Church. Put away her Thanksgiving decorations and took out her Nativities and Christmas decorations. We got to pray together and watch some movies. She liked my turkey soup. She’s too thin. Hope she eats the food I left. I made her coconut macaroons but she preferred them to my tuna salad. May God give her a better appetite for good food. Thank You Jesus.
ReplyDeleteI was blessed on Friday night after she went to bed that God helped me do a small pretty painting. He is so faithful. Praying for you dear sisters and brothers. Wait on the Lord and trust in His promises. Have a Spirit filled Sunday!
Gotta get to Church by the first song. Leaning on God’s faithfulness.
Mercy travels for you sweet Jeanne. I'm happy to hear about your very memorable times with your mom and all of your family. Spending time together with loved ones is so important and you are very blessed that you can and do achieve that. God bless you and peace be with you!
DeleteThanks for your prayers Janet! Got to Church in time to sing the first song and all went well. Busy day cooking but I had such precious moments with my 2 grands tonight. What a sweet reward! I'm so grateful. Praying your pain is going away and you are being led to a job that doesn't weaken your body. Keep trusting in God's provisions. Much love
DeleteYou are such a dear, good daughter, Jeanne! I lost my mom in 1996. I can't even imagine cooking for her, helping her decorate, praying for her to ear the 'right' food. She would be in her 90's now. She was such a lovely woman. Impeccable home and body - at all times! She never slacked, never gave up - always demanded the utmost of herself. I got more of my 'Nana's' genes. Mom used to say, "You could light her behind with a match and she'd take her time putting it out!' God made all of us to be just who we are. You, Jeanne, are so giving, sleep little and demand the most of yourself. I love you! Can't even imagine painting a 'small pretty painting.' WOW! I, on the other hand, have loaded my dishwasher, prepped some ground beef in the crock pot for tomorrow's chili and looked in on JC for 12/5. Heading to bed a thankful woman. I think I smiled more today than I have in weeks, thanks to our small hometown Christmas Play. Praying for each of you as I go to sleep. God is on the Night Watch. <3
ReplyDeleteYou are just the sweetest sister Norah!!! I love you too. Wish I could eat your delicious chili! I'll bet you just loved your hometown Christmas Play. Your smile probably lit up the room. Thanks for your prayers. Amen God is on the Night Watch. He never sleeps. But we'd better get our rest!
DeleteGood morning from a cool Nairobi Kenya. This is the last week in my homeschooling job! It is the end of a good season with this family! Please pray with me that God will open up another opportunity in January, that it will be in time to pay rent and school fees. I have seen God's grace and blessings through out this COVID-19 season....I will not be anxious or weary , my Father has gone before me. Amen.
ReplyDeleteFather, I am joining in prayer for Min Ahadi that You will open up the doors needed for her to receive what she needs in her life for her and her family. In Jesus name, I pray, Amen. Peace be with you!
DeleteLord thank you that Min Ahadi can count on your faithfulness. You have shown her that when she seeks you and your will in her life you will answer her prayers. Lord you already have it all laid out what your daughter is going to do next. Please give her an expectancy of excitement as she awaits your perfect timing to reveal what your plan for her and her daughter. You have the next step in her journey already laid out. I'm imagining it as a handpicked gift prepared far in advance. A gift wrapped in the most beautiful paper and bow. Laid up in a secret place until the moment to present it arrives. Thank you Lord God for loving her so very much that you handpicked this gift for her. Thank you heavenly Father for handpicking her and each of us to become part this Jesus Calling blog, prayer warriors that form a united front in Jesus name.
DeleteWhen she seeks you and your will in her life you will answer her prayers.
DeleteBut seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. Matthew 6:23 “This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.” 1 John 5:14
And in that day ye shall ask Me nothing. Verily, verily I say unto you, whatsoever ye shall ask the Father in My name, He will give it to you. John 16:23
Lord you already have it all laid out for your daughter.
For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Jeremiah 29:11
I'm imagining it as a handpicked gift prepared far in advance.
Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows. James 1:17
Thank you heavenly Father for handpicking her and each of us to become part this Jesus Calling blog, prayer warriors that form a united front in Jesus name.
For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. In love. Ephesians 1:4
“You also must help us by prayer, so that many will give thanks on our behalf for the blessing granted us through the prayers of many.” 2 Corinthians 1:11
Beautiful, Terri, just perfectly beautiful said prayers for our Min and all here! Thank you! Joining Terri's prayers, Min, as I know God DOES have your next job all prepared and laid out. May you get a glimmer of what that is soon! Again, love these prayers, Terri! Happy Sunday, one and all, and healing/restorative blessings to everyone in need! In Jesus' great name, AMEN.
DeleteI love your post today, Terri! I embrace and adopt your sweet prayers and insight as my own today for the benefit of all who come here, known and unknown. A happy Sunday indeed!
DeleteJoining in all prayers for God's faithfulness and guidance in your life dear Min! You have already seen His Hand directing and blessing your life. You have your new red car and you're feeling better. Praying always for you and yours. Gathering into Terri's beautiful prayer too. Amen and Amen! Love you dear sisters and all our brothers too! We sure are one happy Family in Christ.
DeleteThank you all so much for your support! I feel so encouraged by all your prayers. I know God is doing something so amazing I can sense it in my spirit “Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always.” Psalm 105:4. Be Blessed
DeleteThe LORD is near to all who call on Him, to all who call on Him in truth. (Psalm 145:18). Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for He has said, "I will never leave you or forsake you." (Hebrews 13:5). Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD has risen upon you. (Isaiah 60:1). That they should seek God, in the hope that they might feel their way toward Him and find Him.Yet He is actually not far from each one of us, (Acts 17:27). Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with Me.(Revelations 3:20).
ReplyDeleteThanks dear Janet! Amen. I am knocking, seeking, asking, trusting and believing.
DeleteHeavenly Father, thank You for always being with me and for listening to me. You are so amazing and wonderful. You are the most high and there is no one above You. I praise You Lord always. Thank You Jesus. You are my saving grace and my eternal salvation. "Surely the Lord is in this place, and I knew it not." Lord, please make me aware of Your Presence. Help me to always keep You first and foremost in my heart, soul, mind, body, and life and when I am distracted from You, bring my eyes back to You. I need and want You in my life. You complete me. Let Your Presence fill me up and grant me Your perfect peace, love, and joy. Let Your Spirit rule me. Align our spirits together as one and let our hearts beat as one. I am Yours and You are mine. We are one. Hold my hand and walk with me through the day. Help me to follow You Lord and the leading of the Holy Spirit. Thank You for the gift of You Lord and the Holy Spirit. Thank You for all You do and all You are. Thank You for all my benefits and blessings. Thank You for Your mercy and grace. Open my eyes, heart, and mind and let me receive all that You have for me. Grant me the mercy and grace I need for today. In Jesus name, I pray, Amen.
ReplyDeleteAnd the kingdom and dominion, and the greatness of the kingdom under the whole heaven, shall be given to the people of the saints of the most High, whose kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and all dominions shall serve and obey Him. (Daniel 7:27).
DeleteAmen, your prayer is also mine. Lord I can't live a moment without you!
DeleteThank you, Janet, yes, I agree with Terri...your prayer is mine as well! Keeping my eyes fixed on God on the throne vs any worry or fear knowing He is in control of it ALL!
DeleteAmen sweet Janet! I'm ready to receive all that He is preparing for me.
DeleteYes dear Terri, We are nothing without Him. He is our everything. This season is so busy and I must spend the day tomorrow helping my daughter in love. I need a day to sort out a mountain of things but I am resting in the Lord. He said be anxious in nothing, so I will just keep thanking Him and allowing Him to lead me.
Amen dear Nancy! He is in control of it all! Therefore we can rest in Him.
And He said, "My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest." (Exodus 33:14). "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God. (Matthew 5:8). Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. (James 4:8). But for me it is good to be near God; I have made the LORD God my refuge, that I may tell of all Your works. (Psalm 73:28). I would know what He would answer me and understand what He would say to me. (Job 23:5). He saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to His own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit, (Titus 3:5). But the word is very near you. It is in your mouth and in your heart, so that you can do it. (Deuteronomy 30:14).
ReplyDeleteLet this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: (Philippians 2:5-6).
DeleteJanet, have I thanked you lately for the consistent beautiful way you weave a string of scripture and verse together for meaningful sharing EVERY time? I am grateful to be learning scripture and having it at my fingertips in this blog thanks to you and Chris Payton. Bless you!
DeleteAmen to that! You are feeding us well, sweet Janet.
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ReplyDelete“The voice of one crying out in the wilderness: ‘Prepare the way of the Lord, make his paths straight. (Luke 3:4)
Today, the second candle on the Advent wreath is lit. The wreath is becoming a little brighter and the room has a little more light. After a week of Advent reflections, it is a sign that His light is coming upon us. The second candle is often called the candle of PEACE; when HOPE increases PEACE begins to happen. Traditionally, John the Baptist and his calling to Prepare Ye the Way of the LORD is the focus. There is a hymn in the Advent section of the hymnal entitled Prepare the Way but when you hear the words, Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord this song probably comes to mind.
"Prepare Ye (The Way of the Lord)" from Godspell by Stephen Schwartz
https://youtu.be/8E5VHT3kfQ0
Personally, I like this rendition of the words John quoted from Isaiah. I feel Stephen Schwartz in his composing of this music reflected the joy of the moment when people repented of their sins, their failures in showing love. During the course of my 42 years of ministry, I have sadly watched the acts/prayers of confession cease to become a part of the worship experience. It is said, ‘they are too negative and turn people off’. Quite to the contrary, an honest look within myself and admission of thoughts/words/acts that have not loved others as I have been created to do, is a liberating exercise. For when I have faced the reality of how I have hurt people by my self-centeredness, then and only then, is there hope that I can be different, that I can be more loving. Here are a few well spoken thoughts from my readings this morning, from Mother Mary Franis of Our Lady from her book Come, Lord Jesus: Meditations on the Art of Waiting:
The LORD has thrown all our faults and our sins into the sea, let us not put on the diving equipment of pride and go right down and bring them up again.
There is something in all of us that would like to pretend that we do not need to be forgiven, and this is why we sometimes get so excited about our faults, why we cannot be simple, why we will not stop rocking that little spiritual monster-child that we cuddle so, that we do not want snatched from us, that we do not want laid to Christian burial. We want to keep looking at it and in the end we convince ourselves that it is beautiful. Or the other alternative is to say that this isn’t my child; it is somebody else’s. We are adept at choosing one of those two alternatives which save us from being forgiven…
The honest admission of our faults gives glory to God, so there is no reason to be discouraged because no matter how many faults the light of Jesus brings into focus in our hearts, everything honestly faced can give honor to Him by allowing Him to forgive us. Now isn’t that wonderful?
This is why I think Schwartz got it right in the opening of Godspell, because repentance and forgiveness of sins is anything but negative. It is like a shower (think of your baptism) after a hot sweaty activity, it makes one feel good but more importantly, it makes one more pleasant to be around. Even greater is the change of heart (repentance) so that more loving behaviour is who we are thus making us more pleasant to be around which ultimately glorifies God.
Happy Second Sunday of Advent!
With love, Bob
YES! Perfect shared indoor today, and one of my fave sings. Saving this one, Bob!!!! Bring on the light! ♥️🙏🕯️
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DeleteSo very true! Cleanse me Lord so I may be worthy of Your Coming. Create in me a clean heart, and renew a right spirit within me.
DeleteYes, Amen, Surely the Lord is in this place. He lives, He reigns within us, reaching out to those we come into contact with throughout each day, even if we are unaware of it. There is nowhere we can be out of His Presence as we read in Psalm 139.
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Ever wondered why someone gets tears in their eyes when we are speaking with them about ordinary things? Maybe a shop assistant who we approach to find an item, while speaking we see tears appear in their eyes.
That is the Holy Spirit reaching out of us ( where He lives) to touch that persons life.
When you see that, ask God for a Rhema Word there and then. If you are not given anything from Him to say to that person, it's ok, He knows what He is doing, just add that person to your prayer list. God through the Holy Spirit will continue working in that person's life in whatever their need is, salvation, healing or other needs.
I think of daily devotions as soaking in Him, consciously absorbing Him, filling up our 'God tank'. Like a sponge soaks up liquid, so we absorb Him as we spend time alone in His Presence. Like Manna, which mostly was only good for one day, so too we need at least a daily soaking.
As we then get involved with the rest of the day, we slowly 'leak' Him out to those folk we come into contact with. As Bob Malsack mentioned one time the quote attributed to Francis of Assisi "Preach the Gospel, use words if necessary". 'Leak' Joyfully today.
Thanks Peter. I believe the light of Christ shines so brightly within us as the Spirit guides our words that others can feel it and they are moved by us, even when we are not aware of it. Let us speak words that edify, encourage, comfort, instruct, bless and bring peace. I just love that quote! Thanks.
DeleteToday I thank God for his presence in my life today was my father birthday as he rest .I have mixed feeling I been praying for praying for peace and solutions to my life I know God is my comforter.
ReplyDeletePraying for you unknown, feel the peace and loving embrace of your Father 🙏
ReplyDeleteDear Unknown, My Dad's Birthday is coming on January 4th. I miss him so much even though he's been gone for so many years. May God take your hand and lead you to peace, love and fulfillment. Don't look back because He is already preparing your tomorrows. He is the ultimate comfort to our weary hearts. Just say: Jesus I trust in You. And keep thanking Him for His presence and peace. Keep looking up from whence your help cometh. He is a very Present Help in times of trouble.
ReplyDeletePraying for all of us who miss our parents so much. We are comforted knowing God is with us as we remember them, AND that HE welcomes them in his loving arms for eternity! Amen.
DeleteAmen to that dear ABC! What a grand reunion we can look forward to! God keeps His promises.
DeleteSurely the Presence of the Lord is in this Place, I can feel His Mighty Power and His Grace. Holding tight onto His Unchanging Hand.
ReplyDeleteI was with my little Gabriel on Saturday and we had a wonderful time making ornaments and being silly, and he spent a lot of time fixing my hair. Well last morning, I found out my son and his wife were going to see some friends who have children and they tested Gabriel because he had a runny nose, and he was positive for Covid. This is terrible timing. Thank God he doesn't have a fever and he seems okay. But I've been exposed to Covid now and I have my biopsy on Dec. 14th. I've been praying all day for God to heal him and keep the rest of the family well, and to make a way for me to get my biopsy surgery. I know I must just lean on His faithfulness and make good decisions. Rick and I will take a test on Thursday. I will call my surgeon today and tell him that I've been exposed to Covid. Don't know what will happen. It's all in God's Hands. But I am resting in Him. Praying we all get our prayers answered.
Please God, We need you so very much. Thank You for Your Faithfulness in Jesus' Name. Amen
There is such power when praying the Word. I pray
DeletePsalm 107:6 over you, Jeanne. "Then they cried out to the Lord in their trouble, and He delivered them out of their distresses." The Lord has you in His strong hands and He will work out the circumstances that surround you! In Jesus's name and through The Blood of Jesus, AMEN and AMEN.
Great Love and Blessings to you and your family! JJ
Amen JJ🙏 And blessings to you Jeanne
DeleteJoining in prayers with you. Loving Father, please place Your healing hands upon Jeanne and her family and remove the affliction from them. One touch from You is all that is needed Lord. In Jesus name, I pray, Amen 🙏.
DeleteSo sorry to hear dear Jeanne of the possibility of delaying your procedure & Gabriel having covid. Lifting your entire family to the throne of grace & mercy. Lord God of all that is Holy & good, please touch this family with complete healing & cut off the onslaught of this plague from its roots & toss it in the abyss where it belongs! We acknowledge Your power to control & direct the plans that have been made by Jeanne for her procedure for the glory of Your name! AMEN! 🙏💞🌈
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DeletePraying that your sweet Gabriel is better and that you are clear to have your procedure.
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DeleteMy dear family! Thank you! Your beautiful prayers and messages of encouragement brightened up my morning more than I can say. I believe in God’s Words and I was reading the Psalms today. I am very much lifted up. This is a hard time for many of us and Sassy Mom misses her dear Debbi and Terri misses dear Michelle and Audra and Marc miss dear Paul. And so many others are waiting for healing, comfort, guidance, provision and peace. Trusting in all of His promises and I’m thanking Him for his loving kindness and tender mercies. May we all receive answers to our prayers because He is so faithful! Thank You Father for this in the Name of Jesus. Amen
DeleteExpecting only the perfect outcome for you and your family, Jeanne. With thanks and praise to our Lord Jesus! ♥️🙏
DeleteJeanne - Dear Family, Thank you for balm that comforts our sad grieving broken hearts during this season of celebrating the birthday of Jesus, our Lord and Savior. Praying JC Warriors are surrounded with His presence, protection, peace, strength, love, joy, and hope.
DeletePraying for you as you pray for me.
DeleteAmen to that, JJ!
ReplyDeleteJC Warriors, the lady I rent from, Suzie, her son Don had a stroke and is in the hospital. He has a severe blockage in his carotid artery and they had to stop the surgery. His wife has MS and is now by herself. Please pray for all of them. Suzie lost another son years ago from this same thing so it's weighing heavy on her. Thank you for all your prayers. God bless 🙏.
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DeletePraying for Suzie and her son Don. May the Great Physician heal him. May God's peace cover the family.
DeleteJoining prayers for healing of them with gratitude in Jesus’ Name. Amen
DeleteJust added Susie and Don to my prayer list for complete healing and for peace of mind. Thank You Jesus.
Praying dear Janet for Don & Suzie. Lord, nothing is impossible for You! I ask You dear Lord to perform that which is impossible for man in this circumstance, making it possible for Don to be cleared for this surgery. Cause that peaceful & calm assurance to envelope Suzie as she puts her trust in a Faithful, Sovereign God. AMEN! 🙏💞🌈
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DeleteMay God find a way for Don to get his surgery, heal his good wife and comfort Suzie. Father God, We know you can do all things and we place our trust in You. Nothing is impossible when you are present. Thank You for making all things right again in the Name of Jesus. Amen
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ReplyDeletePraying for don and susie for complete healing. J
ReplyDeleteJoining in prayer for Don , Susie and Don’s wife- in the mighty name of Jesus🙏
ReplyDeletePraying for all of you and yours, Dear JC Family. Please pray for my DH's eye/carotid (possible blockage that affected his R eye). Heading in bright and early tomorrow morning for my Cataract Surgery. I thought for a while I may have to cancel again, b/c of my DH's eye, but he can drive and feels fine. It was scary to me - but he's as peaceful as can be.
ReplyDeleteLove, Blessings and Tender Care Prayer for all of you, your families, the grief that hits again during the Holidays. for Suzie and her son, Don...Your Biopsy, Jeanne (no delays!) and your sweet family with COVID. .God knows it all and is surely with us and answers every prayer.
Father God, Thank You for putting a hedge of protection around dear Norah and her DH as they drive for Norah's Cataract surgery and when they return home and protect them from Covid and sickness. Guide the doctor's hands perfectly and give Norah clear vision and a smooth recovery. Thank you also for taking care of all of our loved ones and healing their infirmities. Make a way for Don to get his surgery, heal his wife's MS and comfort Don's Mom Suzie because she has already lost a son to the same medical problem. Show them your faithfulness and bring them all peace. Thank you for answering our prayers and always being there for us in every situation. You are peace the permeates every storm. Thank You for all this in the powerful Name of Christ Jesus, our Risen Lord. Amen.
DeleteAs Maplewood stated in an earlier crossover post...December is a great, special and wonderful month. A month in remembrance of our Savior’s birth, a month when hope and redemption came into the world, a month of jubilation, celebration, a month that will forever be cherished!
ReplyDeleteTo celebrate the 5th day of this celebratory month, I plan to give Jesus "E" gifts of:
Letting His Presence override EVERYONE and EVERYTHING ELSE I EXPERIENCE today
staying conscious of Him in EACH situation and person I ENCOUNTER today, because whatever I do for the least, I do for Him! In Jesus' Name. AMEN!
Lord, I gift to You my Everlasting love like You have given to me! You are my Everything! Thank You Jesus!
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Beautiful "E" Gifts to the Lord. I'm adding EDIFYING and EXEMPLARY. He lifts me up every day and He is our best example. I want to be like Jesus. God is molding us to be like Him. So happy to be clay in the Great Potter's Hands. HE IS MY EVERYTHING!
ReplyDeletePraying for my dear friend and brother Mike who is having his Pet Scan this afternoon at 2. And also for dear Norah's DH who is having his surgery today. We thank God for guiding this test and this surgery in every way. And for covering them with His peace. May the results be good and may God heal their weaknesses and bring them both back to good health and fill them with peace. Thank You Father for this in Jesus' Name. Amen.
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And whatever you ask in My name, that I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you ask anything in My name, I will do it.
John 16:23-24
“And in that day you will ask Me nothing. Most assuredly, I say to you, whatever you ask the Father in My name He will give you. Until now you have asked nothing in My name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be full.
Proverbs 18:10
The name of the Lord is a strong tower;
The righteous run to it and are safe.
Joining into prayer with you, to Him, for them. In Jesus' Name. AMEN!
DeleteGM have been following JCFamily blog for yrs! What an amazing group you help me everyday! Going for a pet scan in a week hoping my lymphoma is in remission!🙏🏼 Prayers from this special group would be so appreciated & humbling! Blessings to all!
ReplyDeleteYou got my prayers, GM, for your upcoming Pet Scan, as well as Mike's Pet Scan and DH's surgery today. I ask the Lord to show up in each of these procedures and shine His Life--Light on all! Pleading the Blood of Jesus upon all. In Jesus's name, For His Honor and His Purposes, AMEN and AMEN
DeleteJoining JJ in prayer for a clear PET scan and all the other requests here.
DeleteDear GM, Joining prayers that God has already healed your lymphoma just as He healed mine!! Cover yourself with His Word and thank Him for His healing in the Name of Christ Jesus. He is so faithful. Adding you to my prayers.
DeleteThanks to all for your prayers and encouragement.
Joining into prayers for your B9 results. If you let us know date and time of your pet scan, we can double down in prayer? In Jesus ' Name. AMEN!
DeleteI gift my Lord the words ENCIRCLE AND ENCAMPS. Luke 19:43 says "The days will come upon you when your enemies will build an embankment against you and ENCIRCLE you and hem you in on every side." BUT GOD'S
ReplyDeleteWORD SAYS in Psalm 34:7 "The angel of the Lord ENCAMPS around those who fear Him, and He delivers them."
HALLELUJAH!!! GOD WINS!!! The enemy loses!!! THE END!!!
Beautiful dear JJ!! Amen
ReplyDeletePlaying this song as my husband (DH - 24 hrs before his Carotid Stent Surgery) argue over Palestine/Israel. SOOOO tired, Dear Fam. I just want them all to hold their voices down a little. But, Joni has clogged ears and DH has hearing aids and my brain is on overload. Love this song, though and I give it to you: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l5m5T0lodOY.
ReplyDeleteGod Bless - I love you. Jeanne - celebrating your Good Mom's Report!
Love,
Norah