I am leading you, step by step, through your life. Hold My hand in trusting dependence, letting Me guide you through this day. Your future looks uncertain and flimsy--even precarious. That is how it should be. Secret things belong to the Lord, and future things are secret things. When you try to figure out the future, you are grasping at things that are Mine. This, like all forms of worry, is an act of rebellion: doubting My promises to care for you.
Whenever you find yourself worrying about the future, repent and return to Me. I will show you the next step forward, and the one after that, and the one after that. Relax and enjoy the journey in My Presence, trusting Me to open up the way before you as you go.
Deuteronomy 29:29
English Standard Version
“The secret things belong to the Lord our God, but the things that are revealed belong to us and to our children forever, that we may do all the words of this law.
Psalm 32:8
English Standard Version (ESV)
I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go;
I will counsel you with my eye upon you.
I will counsel you with my eye upon you.
I was reminded yesterday that the Presence of the Lord was the reason for the tabernacle in the Old Testament. This author speaks of Presence a lot and it was starting to gnaw on me and yet I was reminded that this was really the most precious thing and the real purpose and importance of building the temples, so that God's presence could be present with the people. But, when Jesus came, he dwelt among us or tabernacle-d among us. His presence was now with us.
That is the point of these prayers. God's presence is with us. He isn't distant. He is right there with us. He is giving us strength and promising for us a new life in Christ. We are to walk in Him daily, not thinking about the future, but today. We trust Him for tomorrow. If we worry, we repent. That is a good reminder to see my sin and then repent and turn from it. Acknowledge it. I am to enjoy life and sin masks the meaning of life.
My Prayer
Lord, help me to trust You for today and focus on today. May I not be worried or concerned about the future or things that I don't control. I pray that I would plan well, but not at the expense of trusting You. Forgive me for doubting you and worrying about the future.
Note: The devotion and scriptures are from author Sarah Young. If you haven't already, please purchase the book and support the author.
Also, bookmark https://bibletags.blogspot.com/2019/06/jesus-calling-366-days.html to have an easy link to the entire year of these entries.
Father,help me to set aside everything i think i know about you,everything i think i know about myself, everything i think i know about others. For a refreshing experience with you God. A different experience with others and a much desired new experience in my own recovery. on awakening i think of the 24 hours ahead. God that you would remove thoughts of self seeking, dishonest and self pity. May my thinking shift from get to give. i relax and don't struggle, for this is your will and almighty plan.Each time i am agitated i humbly tell myself Thy will be done. i meditate on direction for the day.Show me the next step as i stay in the present moment.reminding myself beauty is not the channel of love, provision is nnot the channel of love, children are not the channel, Comfort my heart when creditors call(help me to bless them) they are only doing their job. Thank you for the mercy you have given me and my family. thank you for my sponser, thank you for hope of my program. Amen
ReplyDeleteLove that prayer. Thanks for sharing.
DeleteAmen I really liked that too.
DeleteI believe receive this in Jesus name amen
DeleteLove this prayer
DeleteI pray this for you and for us all
Amen amen
Thank you and amen
DeleteWonderful prayer. Amen and Amen.
DeleteAmen and Hallelujah Anonymous 🙌 🙏.
DeleteAmen!
Deleteyes Lord. in Jesus name
DeleteWhy are these posts from 2014
DeleteA perfect prayer for me! As another one in Recovery, this is exactly how I begin each morning, asking God to direct my thinking for the next 24 hours. This blog has been invaluable in improving my conscious contact with God! Thank you all. 🙏❤️
DeleteKeeping First things First. Amen
Delete"Whenever you find yourself worrying about the future, repent(!)... I will show you the next step forward, and the one after that, etc..."
ReplyDeleteSarah's devo has been on this theme for days, but I think this passage sums it up best. Don't worry about the future, if you do repent of that fear; and then Hold his hand as He helps with each new step forward.
Father, in times of trouble, You know that our immediate concern is the future and its impact on us and our family. While you remind us through this devo and Your written Word to cast those fears aside and to grip Your hand, we still doubt. Today, help to remind me and others that Your love is a light on the path forward and we are safely in Your care now and always. Amen
Your post is so appropriate for today and what you are going through. Grip His Hand an do not doubt because His promises are reliable because He is divine and cannot lie. That is why we can stake our lives on the truthfulness of His words.
DeleteAmen dear brother. His love is a light on our path to our future and our future is in His Hands. Rest in Him who cares for you.
Good morning, mad🦊. Covering you in prayer and light every day! Don't let go of His hand🙏
DeleteReminds me of the song, "I don't know about tomorrow, but I know who holds my hand." My sister and her family were without power from Sunday evening until last night around 10:00. They resolved that they would be fine - they'd told it could be several days. It was back on by last night. They prepared for the worst but believed for the best. Lord, let me have that believing.
ReplyDeleteThanks Norah, I don't know about tomorrow either, but just for today I'm Singing:
DeleteI don't know about tomorrow
I just live from day to day
I don't borrow from the sunshine
For it's skies may turn to gray
I don't worry o'er the future
For I know what Jesus said
And today I'll walk beside Him
For He knows what lies ahead
Many things about tomorrow
I don't seem to understand
But I know Who holds tomorrow
And I know Who holds my hand
Ev'ry step is getting brighter
As the golden stairs I climb
Ev'ry burden's getting lighter
Ev'ry cloud is silver lined
There the sun is always shining
There no tear will dim the eye
At the ending of the rainbow
Where the mountains touch the sky
Many things about tomorrow
I don't seem to understand
But I know Who holds tomorrow
And I know Who holds my hand
That sure is a good one! Amen Sisters. We sure do know Who holds tomorrow and Who holds our hands.
DeleteLove that Brie.
DeleteAmen! I come from a musical family and music speaks to me deep in my soul. Thank you for sharing, Brie. God Bless and keep on singing 💜
DeleteThanks for starting my day with a song in my heart!
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Thank you 😊 for the link in.
DeleteCan you imagine how you would feel if you were so heavily in debt that you are about to lose your home and everything you owned. It happens. Then an anonymous person decided to pay off the banks and the creditors wiping the slate clean. Imagine how grateful and free that would make you feel. Jesus did just that. He wiped the slate clean of the millions of daily sins we commit knowingly or unknowingly.Food for thought.
ReplyDeleteJan gridley - we miss you.
DeleteAmen and amen! CO
DeleteThanks for that image ...
DeleteBeautiful truth dear Jan! He was the ransom for many. He who bore no sin took on ours. We are free only because of His love and obedience. Thanks for that wonderful food for thought!
DeleteAmen Jan 🙏. Thank you for the reminder.
DeleteGreat , great thoughts Lisa! I will mention some thoughts that I realize have been said many times, but worth repeating. Worry IS A USELESS emotion! God never promised a life without struggles (depression, bills/finances, parenting, temptations etc...) but He did promise He would be with us EVERY STEP OF THE WAY. Open our hearts to His presence, even among darkness. Look for the light in all things. Absolutely, our Lord knows I personally need to remember this as well! Peace and God's blessings on each of you today! Amen.
ReplyDeleteTurn Worry into Worship because
DeleteWorry is like a rocking chair;
It keeps you moving but going nowhere.
Worship is like a Golden Stair
That keeps you moving toward Somewhere!
Awesome Brie! I could just visualize a Golden Stairway bringing us closer to Heaven each day. Faith, gratitude, trust, prayer and praise will get us there.
DeleteSo true ABC, Jeanne, and Brie - really cute saying.
Deleteyes yes YESSSSSSS
ReplyDeleteAs I sit here in my time of devotion with God, I'm reminded that he's Love and this is why he created us.For his love and to give love and trusting the greatest gift of all which is Love
ReplyDeleteAmen thank you Jesus
ReplyDeleteAmen. This was God and the Holy Spirit speaking to me today as I relate to this devotion what is going on in my life today and everyday thank you all for your thoughts and prayers I truly love this group of people and I'm glad God put you all in my life thank you Amen in God-bless
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DeleteGod bless you, Rebecca! Hope you are still here with us all sharing the love!
AS I read all of the comments from last year and how relevant they are today I was convicted that I need to do more repenting about my worrying and fears and less worrying and being full of fear! I thank GOD HE has brought us this far and I know HE will fulfill each of our purpose according to HIS will and why we are still here! Thank you for your great insights and prayers it really encouraged me this morning! I will be meditating on "I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my eye upon you" all week because this is what I need! Please be in prayer with me, I feel the Spirit is leading me to quit my job in faith so he can lead me in a direction HE can use me to be a blessing for others and I just need to know it is HE that is leading me to do it and not ME! Thank you so much for showing up here and sharing your heart, each of you are a true blessing especially the Payton family who answered GOD's call to bring us all together! Luv you to pieces all the way to heaven!
ReplyDeleteIN HIS LOVE
Praying for you that you are open to how God is directing you and you let go of any worry you are feeling. CO
DeleteGod's daughter, your JC family stand in prayer asking the Lord to reveal His plans for you. I pray that His directions to You be as crystal clear without a doubt. I come against any voice contrary to His and trust that His perfect will and directions be done. I stand with you in faith and trust my sister❤. You are in a great season (LENT!)God bless you!
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Amen! Joining in prayers for God's daughter. May He give you clearer vision to see the path He has prepared for you. Like a Neon sign so you will have no doubt. His path will be leading you to peace, fulfillment and a closer walk with Him.
DeleteGod bless you God's daughter. May the Spirit of the Lord guide you in the right direction 🙏. Peace be with you.
DeleteTo all who replied, I also seek these prayers and clarity of purpose. Hubby and I are chomping at the bit to know how God wants us to serve. Sometimes trusting His timing feeds my worry about the future, trying so hard to figure it out and make decisions. Thank you for your prayers for all of us waiting for our Purpose Papers!
DeleteAudra, I too am waiting for my purpose papers. I'll be praying for clarity for you and hubby. Mindy
DeleteLove that Mindy! We all need our purpose papers. I guess it’s to serve Him everyday in gratitude and praise and use our gifts to glorify Him and lead others to Him.
DeleteWould still love to receive the purpose papers and users manual. Of course, his Word is my (e)manuel 😉.
DeleteTo love and to love others. A meditative walk, one foot in front of the other in prayer. Trying this exercise today.
Guided by the same e-manuel, I'm On my way to the gym to exercise with you,
DeletePraise God....I read this and I believe this, but I give and keep taking back control. My wish is to truly learn how to be His presence through the day as my day unfolds.
ReplyDelete"I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my eye upon you." Psalm 32:8
ReplyDeleteThank you Lord as You guide my thoughts while holding my heart and life in Your care.
Always loved that verse dear Sassy Mom. Loved your words too! Amen.
DeleteJesus help me to live in today, trusting your plan for me moment by moment. Let me not allow,worry or doubt crowd out living in your presence. I chhose to live today in what can be and not what used to be. Thank You for all You provide and everything you keep away from me. Amen.
ReplyDeleteAmen, Mark! A great reminder prayer for me today!
DeleteWonderful prayer Mark.
DeleteI am requesting prayers for a good friend as she needs to make some heavy decisions about an elserly loved one who is in the process of dying. Please give her the strength to listen to how she feels God is directing her, and to follow His direction. CO
ReplyDeletePrayers for your friend, CO.
DeletePraying for you
DeletePraying your friend was guided by God’s all knowing Eye and all went well with her elderly loved one.
DeleteI find it very ironic how Ash Wednesday and my birthday fall on the same day this year. It's never happened before and I consider it a gift from God.
ReplyDeleteHere is a snippit of my prayer readings from this morning:
MATTHEW 6:1-6, 16-18
Friends, in today’s Gospel, the Lord prescribes prayer, fasting, and almsgiving as our Lenten disciplines.
The Church traditionally says there are three things we ought to do during Lent, and I put stress on the word do. In recent years we’ve emphasized the interior dimensions a little too much—that Lent is primarily about attitudes, about ideas and intentions. In the traditional practice of the Church, Lent is about doing things, things that involve the body as much as the mind, that involve the exterior of your life as much as the interior.
The three great practices of Lent—prayer, fasting, and almsgiving—are three things you do. This is going to sound a little bit strange, but my recommendation for this Lent is, in a certain way, to forget about your spiritual life—by which I mean forget about looking inside at how you’re progressing spiritually. Follow the Church’s recommendations and do three things: pray, fast, and give alms. And as you do, pray to draw closer to the Lord as the center of your life—and the reason you do everything.
Reflect: How do you think the practices of Lent, specifically prayer, almsgiving, and fasting, can lead us to a deeper relationship with Christ?
Thank you. Food for thought. Happy Special Day. Blessings 🌹
DeleteHappy Birthday Suzanne R. Blessings now and forevermore!
DeleteCelebrate well dear sister! Birthdays only come once a year. It is a time to remember our blessings, thank Him, and trust Him for all the good things to come. Whatever will be ahead of you, He will be right there by your side. Celebrate His amazing love. Happy Birthday!
DeleteMay you enjoy your very special birthday Suzanne 🎂 😊.
DeleteHappy birthday Suzanne. Have a wonderful day
DeleteHappy Birthday Suzanne 🎂🎁🎊🎉❤️
DeleteHappy birthday, Suzanne! And thank you for that prior year gift of thought to us 🙏♥️
DeleteHappy birthday to you. God bless you 🙏
DeleteHappy Birthday Suzanne R! We wish only the best for you!
DeleteHappy, happy B'earthday Suzanne R. Praying for you and wondering how you are doing with you Vine connection. ❤, Brie
DeleteHappy birthday Suzanne, with more thanks for your thoughtful post that is a gift to us that keeps on giving, thanks to technology and the dedication of blog master Chris Payton. This vine you speak of has many twists and turns, weaving us together in Christ. I am so grateful!
DeleteYes indeed, THE VINE binds us branches together with chords that will never be broken. And it binds us forever in love 🥰
DeleteHeavenly Father, this morning I feel so much joy and peace. Just waking up and being in Your Presence is priceless! And to seal my praise and thanks to You, it's Ash Wednesday! the day that marked the beginning of the Lenten season! Hallelujah to the risen King!. It is a season for self examination, self evaluation and self discipline. Thank You Lord! May You grant each of us Your grace to stay connected to You in this solemn season and beyond in Christ Jesus name!
ReplyDelete“The secret things belong to the Lord our God, but the things revealed belong to us and to our children forever, that we may follow all the words of this law” (Deuteronomy 29:29).
There are two important truths in this verse. It first reminds us that our knowledge is limited, and there are so many things about God and this universe that we never will know. But God knows them all. His knowledge is limitless. We don't know what will happen in the next second of our lives, but God knows and because He does, we are to trust our future into His capable hands.
This verse also tells us that there is so much we can learn about God and His will. How? God has revealed it to us, Hallelujah! He has revealed what we need to know in and through His Holy Words! The Bible is an important source for believers, it is God’s Word. In and through it, we come to the knowledge of who He is and how He wants us to live in this world. Importantly, the Bible directs us to Jesus Christ, the Saviour of this world who came to deliver us from our sins and grant us the gift of Salvation/eternal life with the Father!
Lets make God’s Word part of our lives, and seek to live by its truth every day.
Remain blessed and in His Grace! Happy Ash Wednesday.
Maplewood NJ
Amen Maplewood. Thank you for sharing your wisdom and encouragement. The Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.
DeleteWow ! Thanks for sharing , that will definitely remain in my head !
DeleteUpdate on Lisa - Today is Lisa's last radiation treatment!! Thank you Jesus for giving Lisa daily strength to endure each treatment. Thanking Warriors for prayer support.
ReplyDeleteSassy Mom--- Thank you for the update on Lisa. And thank the Lord for Your healing hand and strength on Lisa. We give the Lord all the Praise, Honor and Glory for His Miracle Working Word and His Faithfulness! AMEN and AMEN
DeleteHalleluya !!
DeletePrayers going up and out to Norah and her DH for God's leading, step by step through his Bone Marrow Biopsy, and throughout life. May they Hold onto His hand in trusting dependence, letting HIM guide them throughout this day and everyday. I ask. I seek. I knock. I praise. I thank. In Jesus' Name. Amen
ReplyDeleteJoining your prayers for Norah's dear husband's biopsy today. Praying God is guiding the doctor's hands perfectly and all will go well. He is with you always. Do not fear.
DeleteAmen, In the Name of Jesus we pray, with faith and thanksgiving.
Joining in prayers for Norah's husband that our Father has everything under His control and all will work out for the good. Amen 🙏.
DeletePraying for Norah and her hubby. May God be with you , giving strength , courage , favour and wisdom during this day
DeleteJoining in prayers for our dear Norah and her DH. Praise be to God. Thank you for this forum.
DeleteJoining warriors for this biopsy to go smoothly. Requesting oh Lord for a calm in Norah's spirit.
DeletePraying for you, Norah and your husband, that you feel God's calming presence today.
DeletePraise the Lord for His watch over Norah and hubby today! Relax in His hands of grace, dear ones. 🙏
DeleteDear Heavenly Father God,
ReplyDeletePlease show me and my brother the next step forward, and the one after that, and the one after that. Help us Relax and enjoy the journey in Your Presence, trusting You to open up the way before us as we go forward, trusting in Your Holy Word, which always succeeds.
Today, my Brother is scheduled to sign the lease for a Senior Apartment with Assistance so we can sell the family home, which he has lived in most of his life. We can no longer afford the time, travel nor treasure required to keep it in good repair. It is too much for him to handle in his brain damaged state. He is depressed and angry and refusing to go to the lease signing. Please help me be patient, go slow, wait on You for the way we are to go. Above all else, help me to be loving, patient, and kind. I ask. I seek. I knock. I thank. I praise. In Jesus Name. Amen
Amen! 🙏
DeleteFather God, You know our dear Brie needs you right now and her brother must open his eyes to the true situation. Guide him to a better future that you have already prepared. Give him peace of mind as he walks an unknown road. Calm his anxiety and worried heart. Changes are good when you are in the center because all things will come together for glory. Thank you for giving Brie patience and guiding her path with a bright light. Direct her feet and give her the words to share with her brother to make things right according to Your will and plan. Heal her brother's depression and show him that there will be joy ahead for him and a peace he desperately needs. Thank you for this in the Name of Your Son, Jesus Christ. We trust You and we love You. Amen.
DeleteJoining in prayers with you all. May the Lord shine His heavenly light down on your family Brie and help your brother's mindset and continue to strengthen and comfort you along this patch of road. Peace be with you 🙏.
DeleteSending hugs your way! That's alot to deal with. However God is holding your hand and will guide you through all the details. Blessings from Nairobi
DeleteDear Brie,
DeleteI pray for you and your loved ones. That is a difficult situation and I truly empathize. As a real estate agent and the daughter of a strong 89 yo mother I understand and have witnessed these trying circumstances. I add my prayers. It will be okay, better than okay because Jesus has got this
Cat
Joining in prayers with the others for you and your brother Brie. It is so hard to see our loved ones go through this and have to give up pieces of their life they recognize. The future is so scary because it is a secret God holds.
Deletei'm in a very similar situation with my mom. I've decided its best we move. She doesn't want to leave her home either. She's getting harder to take care of and I need the help of my family across the country and I don't want to keep up this house and yard anymore while I take care of her since I'm aging too. I was going to ask for prayer today since today's fits so well and I see you have the same thing going on in your life. My mom has also said she's not moving. I'm going to have a battle to face too and I don't want to destroy her spirit, but like your brother it will be what is best.
I'll keep you in prayer many times throughout the day and moving forward. God is so good and has a plan. We are following God's plan I believe since we are in prayer about it. Love, Kathy
Praying oh Lord for supernatural strength for our dear sister Brie. With You aside of her she can defeat whatever the enemy hurls at her mind, body & soul. Your power Lord can gently lead her brother to comply to what needs to be done for his own good & for the family. Watch over his spirit as this transition unfolds. Amen.
DeleteLifting up Nora and husband, Brie, Cat, Women of God, Bob, MadFox, Sassy Mom, Maplewood,
DeleteSuzanne, CO, KS, Loveconquersall, God's Daughter, Jeanne, Jan, Janet, Min Ahadi, Mark, Brandy, TJ, Phoebe, ABC, paytonfamily, Waiting and any JC WARRIOR in need to The Throne of Grace. Lord, you know each circumstance facing each one. Thank You that You are more powerful than any of life's storms. I ask You to help each one in the situation they are in now. I pray that You will give them the desires of their their hearts concerning these situations. Thank You, Lord, that when we cry out to You, You hear our prayers and will answer. In Jesus's Name, the Name Above ALL Names, AMEN and AMEN
Whatever and whenever we are at any given moment of any given day,God is God enough!!! Great love and blessings to all my beloved JC WARRIORS!!! I His Grip of Grace, Mercy and Healing, JJ
JJ, love,"God is God enough"!. Amen dear sis🥰
DeletePrayers coming your way, Brie, for you and your brother. Change isn't easy. As I add years to my birthday, change seems more difficult yet when I make them, they're more often then not way better and I wonder what took me so long or why did I hesitate. May God give your brother the courage to go sign the lease today and may he feel relief vs angst after doing so. He is lucky to have you by his side. Sending encouraging prayers and love, Brie.
DeleteThank you Father for your Presence and Power over our calls for help today. This family of believers comes first and foremost to give and promote your Word. We gather to support each other and praise You. We thank you because we KNOW that when we knock, you answer. Thank you for meeting all our needs in Jesus's name, Amen!
DeleteWe are here together Brie praying one big prayer for you and your brother! We all have our challenges but we are not alone. God is with us always. My Mom is 92 and fiercely independent so I will be facing the same problems in due time. Love you all.
DeleteThanks for your prayers. God bless my dear JC Family
Brie, lifting you and your brother up in prayer to the throne of grace. Lord have mercy on all struggling spiritually, physically, economically. Yes, God is God enough! Amen and Amen!!
DeleteWhat a difference a year makes! The lease was signed and renewed again this year, and Keith has been renewed back to his happy, God trusting state of mind.
DeleteOur family home is still for sale. Stay tuned IN to this station, same time, next year!
Love to ❤ all my JC Prayer Warrior Family of Heaven Stormers. I won't leave home without you.
Dear one, loving you "through the years" 🎶👍
Deletehttps://youtu.be/qJ4BHM9CgGU
Ohh! Boy, Kenny sing one of my faves? Yes he can. Yes he did. Thanks Sis!
DeleteLeaving in the morning to visit my youngest son's family in the Boston area, and his very pregnant wife and my dear 2 year old grandson. I will shine my light as best I can despite the fact that they are unbelievers. I pray every day they will find Jesus for themselves. Looking forward to holding that sweet little darling and getting to know him better. My husband can't wait either. I sure do miss them. God is so good to give us this wonderful weekend. I may not be posting much but I sure will be praying for all of you. Much love.
ReplyDeleteDear Father God,
DeleteI am praying Traveling Mercies for our Jeanne and Rick. Please go ahead of them, prepare the place for them, so when they get there, throughout their visit, and when they return home, they will know You were already there, preceding them, with them, and following them. Please continue to bless Jeanne's words and actions and reactions until those whom the world has convinced not to believe You, will someday believe in You because of her. I ask. I seek. I knock. I thank. I praise. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Our Bible Readings for today remind us of The secret things belonging to the Lord our God; the things that are revealed belong to us AND TO OUR CHILDREN FOREVER, that we may do all the words of His law.
DeleteAnd we are further reminded that HE will instruct us and teach us in the way we should go; and HE will counsel us with HIS Eye upon us.
The earth belongs to YOU, O God! Everything in all the world is Yours, even mine, even me! Thank You Lord! Praise You Lord!
Let it Be! Dear Lord, Let It Be! Amen.
Traveling mercies for you Jeanne and Rick. Enjoy your precious time with your loved ones. May the Holy Spirit flow through you and reach out and touch their lives while you are visiting them. In Jesus name, I pray, Amen 🙏. God bless you.
DeletePraying a safe journey for Jean and Rick . May God bless your time with your family and please share some Bible stories with your grand child.
DeleteThank You Lord for this opportunity You've blessed dear Jeanne & family to enjoy the blessing that's about to come upon them. Praying for safe travel for Jeanne.
DeleteMay you feel God's hedge of protection in your travels with Rick today, Jeanne. How exciting for you to go spend time with your son and his family! "As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord!" This is always my prayer for my son and his wife who, like your son, are resistant to believing. Enjoy every minute with them, Jeanne! In Jesus's name, AMEN!
DeleteWhat a beautiful blessing to read all your lovely prayers for us! Love you all my dearest family. I am praying God’s protection, healing, guidance and love for all of you!
DeletePraying for travelling mercies for you, Jeanne and your hubby. Bunches of hugs and kisses to your baby grandson. May your son and your DIL see your love for Jesus during your visit!
DeleteYour beautiful prayers and messages blessed my heart so much even a year later! Love you my family.
DeleteFather, please forgive me for worrying about things instead of putting all my trust in You. Help me change my ways and throw worrying in the garbage can where it belongs. Let Your precious light shine on Your children and guide us along our paths. Thank You Jesus. Praise the Lord continually and always 🙏.
ReplyDeleteIf I could reach out and touch You,
DeleteI would
If I could reach out and kiss You,
I would
If I could put my arms around You and hug You,
I would! I would! I would!
I "would" too Janet. Love it🥰
DeleteMe too Sis, I love 💘 Him so much
DeleteBeautiful sweet prayer, Janet! Amen😊🙏💗
DeleteI would too, our dear Janet, sister friend IN Christ.
DeleteLord sometimes I am so frozen with worry , forgive me Lord ! What should I do when worry overwhelms me ? Will the money last till the end of the month? Will my daughter be fluent in her reading , will I afford to get my car fixed . What should I do when I get to this point ? Lord help me
ReplyDeleteMin Ahadi, I used to be a ball of walking worry and stress. I continuously prayed to the Lord to deliver me from all my fears, worries, and anxieties. He will hear You and He ALWAYS answers you. Trust in Him and He will always help you 🙏. Peace be with you. God bless.
DeleteMin Ahadi, you are doing it dear one. You are calling out to Him.
DeleteAmen! His help is only a prayer away!
DeletePraying for Norah's husband today. Praying for strength, comfort, and good results. Brie, I am praying for you and your family today as you prepare to sell the family home. Praying for peace for your brother. Min Ahadi, I am praying for your financial situation to work itself out so you can finally get that car fixed. Continued prayers for MadFox as you prepare for your transplant procedure. Stay strong and stay positive my brother. Praying for my JC family and all of your loved ones. God bless you all.
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Joining in your perfect prayer dear TJ! Amen!
Delete“Whenever you find yourself worrying about the future, repent and return to Me. I will show you the next step forward, and the one after that, and the one after that. Relax and enjoy the journey in My Presence, trusting Me to open up the way before you as you go”.
ReplyDeleteWHAT A BEAUTIFUL GOD WE HAVE!!
Dear God Thank you for the Cross and Thank you for being with us. We thank you and praise you.
Thank you JESUS! Please Forgive our Sins and cleans us from inside and out.
Amen 🙏
God Bless you all and THANK YOU for your prayers. We are about to leave right now and I wanted to read all of the prayers that I knew would be on here.
ReplyDeleteI will update all of you later or tomorrow - not sure how long it will take.
Blessings and Love
Dear Lord Jesus, thank You for bringing me safely to the beginning of this new day. Thank You for keeping me safe through the night, and I pray that today may be a day where I live and move and have my being in You. Lord, I pray that the words that come from my mouth, the thoughts that are formed in my heart and the motives behind all my actions, words and thoughts may be pleasing in Your sight and honouring to Your name.
ReplyDeleteLord, I pray that You would be both my guide and my restrainer in all I do and say today, so that my words and deeds are not a work of my own flesh but are guided by the promptings of Your Holy Spirit. Help me Lord, to walk in spirit and truth, and keep me today so that my eyes are looking to Jesus and my ears are open to Your still small voice. Oh Lord, I pray that You are glorified in all I do.
Keep me I pray from all temptations, and deliver me from all the evils of the day. May today be a day when I learn more of You, so that I may grow in grace and in a knowledge of my Lord and Saviour. Help me therefore, to walk humbly before You all the days of my life. In Jesus' name I pray,
Amen.
God bless you all 🙏
Woman of God - Amen!! Thank you for sharing your beautiful prayer.
DeleteGod bless you dear Woman of God, and Amen.
DeleteYour prayer is mine again this year. Thank you for sharing.
DeleteSuch a rich and powerful prayer- speaks volumes to me and about me. using it
DeleteDear Blessed Jesus Calling Family - we are home, safe and sound. The procedure went very well - better than the one 7 years ago, though the Nurse Practitioner who did the procedure said it is probably the ONLY thing that hasn't improved in all of these years. She was so kind and caring - OH, and, YES! They let me go in with my Dear Hub!!
ReplyDeleteWe are home - we both promptly fell asleep for about a half hour - I think more emotionally tired, than anything. Updated the family and received "Rocky" GIFS (arms up - Victory!), hearts love and sweet messages from kids, daughters-in-love and believers who are praying for us.
At one point, I had to wait out in the Waiting Room (still unsure they'd let me go in) and I quietly prayed in the spirit. Not only for DH but for each of you.
Still praying for your Brother, Brie - not only that it all goes well, but that he recognizes the blessing he has in you. Happy Birthday Suzanne! And Jeanne - SO excited that you get to cuddle that precious little boy. You and Rick will be the Light and make a difference while you are there. You are planting seeds all along the way, which will be watered and God WILL give the increase!
Min Ahadi, continued prayers for you and as Jan said, you are already doing the right things; taking the right steps. You are taking it to the Lord, in prayer. Someday soon, we will hear of your victories and rejoice with you.
MadFox - continued prayers, Brother. Couldn't help but think of you, your DW and RN Daughter throughout the procedure today. So funny (?) that we are on the same path - one that we were praying and hoping to guide you through and now, guess what? We're in the same boat, which Our Lord will keep steady and promises to calm any rough seas.
You, Dear JC Family, including (especially) the Peytons who set this up are a God Send. We have a treasure here on these pages and I'm ever so thankful. As I read some of the past posts, and now know the outcomes, it is even more poignant to me how we have served our Lord by helping each other. I am praying for you, Dear Bob - and looking forward to hearing your words of wisdom, soon.
And now (drum roll), I think I'll go order pizza for DH and me! Love and Blessings to each of you.
Norah - Praising the Lord with you. We love you.
DeleteThanking our loving Father that all went even better than the last time and that you were allowed in with your DH. God is so good and faithful. Joining in your prayers dear Norah and sending much love. Thank you for your prayers. God bless our family and grant your prayers and dear MadFox as he prepares for his next trial in God’s presence. Amen
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ReplyDeleteWhom Shall I Fear?
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Yay!!!! Thank you Father, we have no doubt ✝️🙏♥️
ReplyDeleteAmen! Be not afraid. Rest in the peace that surrounds you. 💗
ReplyDeleteGod has a specific plan and purpose for each of our lives. These plans come with individual guidance from God Himself. No one else can direct us into exactly what God has for us, except Our Creator who knows us intimately. When our focus is upon Him, and we are not dissuaded by anything else, He is able to bring us through the unknown territories we must travel through in order to reach our destinations. These small destinations are many and the process of arriving at each one will take a skilled and knowledgeable leader. With this verse, God is reassuring us of His devotion and desire to get us where He designed us to be. He is saying I am here and I know exactly what to do and all you have to do is follow me.Help me to seek and trust You more each day!
ReplyDeleteAmen, praying alongside you Min
DeleteAmen Min amen. Hallelujah!
DeleteYes, yes & yes, Min. Wonderfully and perfectly said! God is our "out of the box" thinker and knows where we're going and how we're getting there. It's us trusting and giving up worry. Yes, may we put all of our trust in You, Lord, knowing you know the way we should go!
DeleteThank You God for giving me enough faith to believe you are showing me the next step forward, and the step after that, and the step after that.
ReplyDeletePlease help me relax and enjoy the journey in Your Presence, trusting You to open up the way before me as I go step by step by step. Thank You for giving me enough light for the step 🚶♀️ I'm on. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Dear Brie, every step you take is leading you to a greater trust & faith in the One who has you by the hand. May it be a pleasureable & pleasant walk as you rest in His promises to guide you and no worries, the One who walks beside you is "the light of the world!"🙏💕
DeleteDear Heavenly Father God,
DeleteI desire to have INcreased belief IN Thy INfinite Wisdom apart from my own; I desire You to INcrease my belief IN Thine INfinite and Almighty Power apart from my finite understanding of it. In Jesus' Name, for the INcrease, I ask. I seek. I knock. I praise. I thank. I yield. Amen.
Every step we take, every breath we take...♥️🎶 Songs coming into my head from today's posts!
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Another one of my 10,000 reasons for my heart to sing faves. Keep them coming.
DeleteAmen to that dear Min! He can handle anything so we need not be afraid. He goes before us always. We must just keep our eyes on Him and keep Him reigning in our hearts.
ReplyDeleteSweet Brie! Just hold on tight to His Mighty Hand as he leads you step by step. Keep your pretty eyes on Him and remain in His peace and presence. He lights the path before you. Much love.
Now You have been pleased to bless the house of Your servant, that it may continue before You forever; for You have blessed it, O LORD, and it shall be blessed forever." (1 Chronicles 17:27).
ReplyDeleteHeavenly Father, thank You for dwelling within us. You are so close to us. Open our eyes to see You and our hearts to trust You. I praise You Lord always and thank You Jesus. You are so amazing and wonderful.
Amen! IN Him we live and move and have our being.
DeleteAmen dear Janet! Wonderful encouragement!
DeleteToday's words seem appropriate in light of prayers for the Ukraine. We do have a trustworthy God. We can call on His name. Praying for all - and for God's perfect and pleasing will. We trust you Jesus. Be with all today. Be strength. Be wisdom. Be comfort. Be courage. Be truth. Be hope. Be goodness. Be compassion. Be light. Be steadfastness. Be encouragement. Be sovereign. Be protector. Be guide. This is who you are. We trust you, Jesus. Jesus. Jesus. Jesus.
ReplyDeleteGathering into your prayer Grace Takes Time. In Jesus' Name. Amen
DeleteAmen dear GTT and Brie! Trusting that He will make all things right in this fallen world. Thank You Jesus!
DeleteBlessed that He is our everything and He never changes.
Dear friends! Please join me in a victory celebration of thanks to our God. My daughter who HAD colon cancer, has now had 3 clean scans after a year of chemo and a major surgery last summer. She asked and they told her she could have her port taken out! We are so relieved and grateful to all of you for your MANY prayers, and to God who is the HEALER>. May God bless each of you in your situations as you watch for HIS guidance and trust Him. Amen
ReplyDeleteRejoicing and praising God with you - AND doing a celebratory dance of joy. What great great news!!! Thank you for sharing.
DeletePraise and Worship 💃 🕺 Dance to our Good, God Almighty. Praise Him IN the Morning. Praise Him in the noontime. Praise Him when the sun goes down!
DeleteRejoicing with my family here because our prayers have been answered for your dear daughter!! God is so good and faithful! Hallelujah! Praise Him with every breath.
DeleteThanks for sharing your answered prayers. They increase my reasons to hope, bring me great joy, and remind me "To God Be The Glory" In Jesus' Name. Amen.
DeleteGod's grace has SHOWERED down upon you and your family, Ellen! Praise the Lord! ♥️✝️👏
ReplyDeleteHere's a little gift for y'all as we process our grief ♥️ 🎶
ReplyDeleteIf Life is So Short, Moffets Music Travel Love https://youtu.be/nodyieMEla0
Thanks Audra. If I only knew when the last time would be the last time...
DeleteWe don't get that info, precisely why we should live each day as if it could be the last. Love God, love each other. ♥️
DeleteSuch a sweet, beautiful and moving song, dear Audra! Thank you! Amen! We must live each day as if it were our last. And Love God and each other.
ReplyDeleteOnly God knows what our tomorrows will bring. May He comfort you and Marc.and give you peace.
Dear Brie! God knows how you feel and what Keith is going through. He loves you both. Take it day by day in His presence. Trust in His timing and rest in Him who cares for you.
JC nails it again today. Gratitude for EACH DAY. I've written many times on this difficult and challenging word as it applies to our faith journey. The opposite, as I told a client a few days ago, is envy. When in dire circumstances, it is understandable to be jealous, envious, bitter, of those who are wealthier or healthier. Why me Lord? I've read several articles and books that respond with, "Why not me Lord?!"
ReplyDeleteTo be sure, I'm no pillar of faith. Have certainly had anxiety about my future. Concerns about my legacy and impact on family and friends. And am no hero (as a veteran, that word is used very cavalierly of late), but I can be and try to be a positive role model as I journey through my new life post-cancer diagnosis. I write this to say that many prayerful people have prayed and begged God to extend their lives, or cure them of their cancer. Why some do get healed and others do not is only within the mysteries known to God.
Regardless, your prayers were meaningful, helpful, and kind, these past 2.5 years. All glory to God for what was considered to be aggressive multiple myeloma, to be responding to the"miracles" of modern medicine as formulated in the brains of the men/women who were created by a God, who cherishes each and every soul. Hard to believe that there continues to be healing, and all one can do is be reminded:
"Gratitude is the beginning of a journey to meet each day with an intent to be a role model of faith, and if possible, of positivity." MadFox Feb 2023!
With sincere appreciation to you all. Keep the prayers coming for all who linger here! Amen.
Just lost my long reply to you dear MadFox. But it’s very late so here’s the abridged version! Your post today blessed and encouraged my weary heart. I must drive home from my Mom’s at 8 to sing in Church and I was up starting a painting for a dear friend. Decided to stop in to see who needed prayers and your post was just what I needed to read. I’m so glad that God has been faithful to you through your treatments and also that you are a beacon of light to so many people. I share in your gratitude and understand how you feel. God is so much greater than cancer and I am trusting Him with every fiber of my being to heal me. His Word never fails and I believe in His promises. You are my inspiration and my friend. I believe my next Pet scan in May will be a reason to rejoice. Thanks dear brother. You sure know how to lift me. God bless and heal you always and all our JC Family including me in Jesus’ Name we pray. Amen
Delete2 Corinthians 4:16-18
“So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day. For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison, as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.”
2 Corinthians 12:9-10
“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me. For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”
Beautiful Jeanne, and Mad 🦊!
DeleteFor me, this prayer is my request for behavior change again today:
I pray that I would plan well, but not at the expense of trusting You. Forgive me for doubting you and worrying about the future.
Jeanne and Audra. Did not see these posts last year. Gratitude is so hard to maintain but so healing when you do! Peace to you both. In Him. 🙏
DeleteHeavenly Father, thank You and bless Your holy name! I praise You Lord always! Please forgive me for trying to "see things" or "figure things out" ahead of time -- things that belong to You and are not mine Lord. Your ways are much higher than my ways and Your thoughts are too wonderful for me. I am so sorry Lord. Help me to be mindful of these times in my life and to just rest in Your perfect sovereignty. Cast out all condemnation that "rears its ugly head" and send it far away from me and my thoughts. Help me stay in the present in Your presence Lord. Pour Your powerful love into my heart and mind and open my eyes to see all that You have for me. Wrap me up in Your loving arms! Thank You Jesus! The presence of You and Your love is all I ever need! In Jesus name, I pray, Amen 🙏.
ReplyDeleteAmen to your beautiful prayer and thank you for always feeding my soul. You are a good and faithful servant of the Lord and a dear sister. Much love, and God blessings.
DeleteThank You Lord Jesus for this day. Thank You for Your leading, please guide me step by step through this day.
ReplyDeleteI trust You, I depend fully on You. I submit all circumstances and situations in my life to Your Lordship.
May the mind if Christ dwell richly in me as I bring all my thoughts captive to You precious Holy Spirit.
Today I will 'Relax and enjoy the journey in Your Presence, trusting You to open up the way before you as you go.'
What a privilege what a blessing it is to be in a loving relationship with the Ancient of days, the Almighty Living God the Creator through His Son my Savior Jesus Christ.
Praying all will experience a the Presence of the Living God today.
Beautiful and heartfelt words dear Peter! I’m resting in His Presence and Peace today too. Singing for the Lord and cooking dinner for my family. God is already preparing our days so we will follow His Lead. May we all remain in His presence and have a sweet Sunday. Thank You Jesus. .
DeleteREJOICE!!!!! This is the day the Lord has made.
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Amen! Rejoicing and being glad and thankful in my day! Thanks dear sister!
DeleteAmen Sassy! 🙏
ReplyDeletePeace be with all of you on this Sunday morning as we relax and enjoy the journey in His Presence.
ReplyDeleteThanks dear Suzanne!! God bless your day with peace and joy in the Lord too!
DeleteJust Decreeing and Declaring for this Day to: My Everything, Heavenly Father, My Mighty Warrior King, Jesus, who saves, My Most Powerful Holy Spirit, I thank You for this Wonderful Day! I sooooo appreciate You and that You are on the inside of me. Now, Holy Spirit, what are we going to today? The Favor of God is upon me. Who are we going to touch? I am just going to go with You and I am going to watch the KINGDOM of GOD happen everywhere that I go. I am STRONG, Kicking demon butts, and Releasing Heaven to Earth! I have the FAVOR of GOD as His child! HALLELUJAH!!!
ReplyDeleteThere was a time in my life that I didn't know negative words coming out of my mouth was actually a weapon the devil was using to defeat myself and to try to keep me from moving forward in the things of God. But, NO MORE!!! Now, I worship my Lord and turn to Him for my Joy and Strength. Our Joy and Strength is not based on the circumstances around us. Our Joy and Strength comes from the Lord, and He doesn't change with the circumstances of life. So I now speak words from THE WORD! Our words create our future! This brings Great defeat and seriously aggravates the devil!
Job 22:28 "Thou shalt also decree a thing and it shall be established unto thee and the light shall shine upon thy ways."
This scripture is a powerful confirmation to the power of spoken words. When we Decree and Declare God's Word, we are acting in His Authority and Power He has Given us. Hallelujah!!!
Great Love and Blessings to this Awesome JC Family! We serve The God who brings us miracles of healing, deliverance, forgiveness of sins and salvation. And He is The God that fed the multitudes with five loaves and two fish, who stood the sun and moon in place until the nation of Israel defeated their enemies, and The God who causes Giants to Fall! These are GLORY DAYS, not gloomy days! Amen and Amen JJ
Amen and Amen! Greater is He that is in us than he that is in the world. Hallelujah!
DeleteAMEN JJ! I do declare!
ReplyDeletePrayers 🙏 please and thanks. I am going to have an Ultrasound and CT scan of my abdomen today.
ReplyDeleteI am decree-ing and declaring with JJ February 26, 2023 at 12:42 PM
Just Decreeing and Declaring that no matter what, I will
Hold His Hand in trusting dependence, letting Him Guide me through everything this day, especially through paths that appear uncertain, flimsy, and precarious. Thy Will Be Done, Oh Lord. Thy Will Be Done. In Jesus' Name. AMEN !
Oh, Brie, you are soooo loved! I've got you covered in Prayer, DECLARATIONS and The Blood of Jesus, Our Mighty WARRIOR!!! I will stand in the gap for you and with you we will keep our eyes on Jesus, because He's Got this Brie!
DeletePsalm 107:19-20 AMPC "Then they cry to the Lord in their trouble, and He delivers them out of their distresses. He sends forth His word and heals them and rescues them from the pit and destruction."
Joining in prayers for you Brie 🙏 🙌 ❤! Our heavenly Father is ALWAYS with us and goes before us. Your path has been made straight for you by Him and He holds your right hand as you walk step by step through the day. In Jesus name, I pray, Amen 🙏.
DeleteJoining in prayer for you dear Brie- 🙏❤️
DeleteJoining in prayer for you Brie. Living this day with gratitude.
DeleteJoining this awesome prayer chain for our Brie! May you feel His hand in yours as well as these prayers from your fellow Warriors! We are with you and for you knowing God's got you in the palm of His hand! In Jesus' name, AMEN!
DeleteJoining prayer chain for OUR BELOVED BRIE. WE LOVE YOU!!!!
DeleteJoining in prayer for you Brie. God's got this! May His Peace cover you throughout the day.
DeleteDitto. 🙏 Amen.
DeleteYou know the drill, Brie! Holding HIS hand...NOTHING TO SEE HERE of any physical concern. Praying with and for you, sister! 🙏✝️
DeleteHow reassuring to know that God guides our steps, one at a time. No reason to worry or get anxious. We just must keep Him in the forefront of our minds and hearts. All we need is to stay in His Presence and Peace. Greg tested negative yesterday. Thank you all for your prayers. God is faithful and His words are true. We can rely on His Promises and rest in His love.
ReplyDeleteThank You Father for answering our prayers, covering us with Your peace, and for blessing and healing us and our loved ones in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
Isaiah 54:10
“For the mountains shall depart And the hills be removed, But My kindness shall not depart from you, Nor shall My covenant of peace be removed,” Says the Lord, who has mercy on you.
Isaiah 30:18
Therefore the Lord will wait, that He may be gracious to you; And therefore He will be exalted, that He may have mercy on you. For the Lord is a God of justice; Blessed are all those who wait for Him.
It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man, it is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in princes. (Psalm 118:8-9).
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely Amen.
DeleteDear Lord, thank you for this day and the week ahead of us. Please help us keep our focus on You. Please keep my husband safe as he travels. Praying for healing of his back pain and comfort on the plane. Thank you for all you have given us.
ReplyDeleteThis day’s message was SO relevant for me now. My job is demanding & I travel a lot….but I enjoy it & the people i work with. However, my Mom is 86 & needs me. I have ask many times to go part time, but the answer is alway no. I turn 65 in just a month. I am trying just to put this in God’s hands & not worry every morning, but seem to pick it back up & worry throughout the day.
ReplyDeleteDear anonymous. I am in a similar situation. As Abraham told Isaac, "God, our Lord, will provide". Whatever is best for you will happen. He is in charge of our future and has plans of welfare and hope. Jeremiah 29:11.
DeleteBrie: May God’s Peace which passes all understanding guard your heart and mind in the knowledge and love of Jesus. We are all praying for you as you go in for testing.
ReplyDeleteI often reply Amen to comments, what I mean by this is:
ReplyDeleteA gree with God
M ove with God
E nd with God
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Amen?
Amen and Amen!!
DeleteToday's devotion reminds us,
ReplyDeleteGOD will show us the next step forward, and the step after that, and the step after that, so we can relax and enJOY the JOurneY in His Presence, trusting Him to open up The Way before us as we go. Therefore,
I'm taking it
Step by step
Bit by bit
Stone by stone
Brick by brick
Step by step
Day by day
Mile by mile...
Well, there's a bridge
And there's a river
That I still must cross
As I'm going on my journey
Or I might be lost
And there's a road I have to follow
A place I have to go
No one can tell me just how to get there
But when He gets me there I'll know!
This worldly road is rough and ruined
So many dangers along the way
So many burdens might fall upon me
So many troubles I may have to face
But I know His Spirit hasn't failed fail me yet.
So I'll hold on to His Spirit, and
Until I get to my Heavenly Destination
I'm going to take it slow
and make it there
Step by Step
Bit by bit
Stone by stone
Brick by brick
Step by step
Day by day
Mile by mile
I won't give up
I'll hold on to what He's got
I won't give up
I've got to keep on moving on and don't stop
Even when I'm hurting
And even when I'm blue blue
I'll let His Mercy see me through while taking it
Step by step
Bit by bit
Stone by stone
Brick by brick
Step by step
Day by day
Mile by mile