Bible Tags: Jesus Calling: March 28

Friday, March 28, 2014

Jesus Calling: March 28

I AM a God who gives and gives and gives. When I died for you on the cross, I held back nothing. I poured My Life like a drink offering. Because giving is inherent in My nature, I search for people who are able to receive in full measure. To increase your intimacy with Me, the two traits you need the most are receptivity and attentiveness. Receptivity is opening up your innermost being to be filled with My abundant riches. Attentiveness is directing your gaze to Me: searching for Me in all your moments. It is possible to stay your mind on Me, as the prophet Isaiah wrote. Through such attentiveness you receive a glorious gift: My perfect Peace.

Philippians 2:17
English Standard Version
Even if I am to be poured out as a drink offering upon the sacrificial offering of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with you all.

Mark 10:15
English Standard Version
Truly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child shall not enter it.

Isaiah 26:3
New King James Version
You will keep him in perfect peace,
Whose mind is stayed on You,
Because he trusts in You.

My Prayer
O Thank You God for giving me life. You have given me eternity with You. Thank you Jesus for dying on the cross for me. I am a sinner, not just yesterday, but today, and tomorrow. You gave all for Me. You walked on this earth desiring to teach and show people Yourself. Keep me alert. I want to be alert to You each day. I receive you into my life. Help me to be a child, to open my hand, to look up to You, to be like a child and dependent on You. Too often I am proud and think I know what is best. Yet, in You is peace. Often, there is too much in my world interfering with You. Help me to be more receptive and attentive to Your Hand of Providence. I want to keep my mind on You.

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222 comments:

RiseUpMarch 28, 2018 at 1:12 PM
Lord help me to be one of your kids that is receptive and attentive to your voice. And help me be your voice to others
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DixiemrsdApril 4, 2018 at 12:31 PM
Thank you for this wonderful devotional
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NorahMarch 28, 2019 at 3:53 AM
Praying that I stay attentive and receptive throughout this day as I deal with he sadness that I hear. Let me give it to You and not take it on myself. Needless to say, many of these things are getting to me. Remind me that You are the one who promises to take these things on. The best thing I can do is stay attentive to You and receive your Peace. Giving it all to you, Lord.
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AnonymousMarch 28, 2019 at 4:02 AM
Praise God from whom ALL BLESSINGS FLOWS, Praise Him, Father, Son and Holy Spirit! I Thank God today for adding another year to my life! Thank You Jesus for loving me. I need Your Peace to carry me through this latter part of my life! Thank You for all Mr Christian brothers and sisters! I Pray for ALL those who have not received Jesus, Lord, please visit them and show yourself to them. My dear mother is one of those people and I trust that You will move every stone in her heart and open her up to receive You Jesus, thank You Lord for hearing me in Jesus name.
Grace and Peace to this team of believers. Our God is too good!!
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RandyMarch 28, 2019 at 4:26 AM
Amen, let us be always mindful of the underlying meaning pf
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RandyMarch 28, 2019 at 4:27 AM
Amen - let us be always mindful of the deeper meaning and purpose of this life.
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Sassy MomMarch 28, 2019 at 5:31 AM

Teach me to love You MORE, Lord. Show me how to place You at the forefront of my life and my thoughts. Help me to center my life around You and grow in obedience to You. Praying I will ALWAYS reflect the beauty of Jesus.

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Jan gridleyMarch 28, 2019 at 5:49 AM
Let's "turn our eyes upon Jesus, look full in His wonderful face, and the things of earth will grow strangely dim, in the light of His glory and Grace". Blessings everyone!
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RiseUpMarch 28, 2019 at 6:27 AM
My prayer today Lord is that I do honor you with my eyes, my ears, my attention, my very existence. I want you to be a part of all that I do and say and think. When my mind drifts or I get too busy and forget about you Holy Spirit you are welcome here come flood this place and fill the atmosphere. Your glory God is what our hearts long for to be overwhelmed by your presence Lord.
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AnonymousMarch 28, 2019 at 6:47 AM
Thank you Jan, for praying for my mother. I am praying for your daughter as well. God is able!
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Michael BurnsMarch 28, 2019 at 6:47 AM
I so needed this today Father God your inner peace gives me strength to persevere
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ABCMarch 28, 2019 at 7:33 AM
Dear Jesus, as we acknowledge our very real darkness and losses, help us to not stay there, help us to know you are with us every step of the way, to bring us to the light , a light we all have somewhere. Please help us to be receptive (open heart) and attentive to your light and blessings. Amen.
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AllenMarch 28, 2019 at 7:38 AM
I'm so lifted to see the comment section growing almost daily. I've prayed for all of you and for the things that you need most. I love this place, all of you, and our wonderful God!
Give us the attentiveness we need to be receptive to you all day today. Holy Spirit, keep our eyes focused towards Christ all day, and to stay our minds. Help us to be receptive to your peace that you so desire for us all to have. Amen
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AnonymousMarch 28, 2020 at 4:00 AM
I could not have asked for a better devotion today, March 28 my Birthday. I am reminded of the BEST and PERFECT gift God has given me!JESUS my Savior, who held NOTHING back from me when He died on Calvary cross, pouring out His life like a drink offering for me! A gift that just keeps on giving!
As I entered into this month, so much joy and excitement filled my heart.I had my month’s declaration printed out and declaring it in the mornings. I had plans for my special day, but little did I know that an unexpected event would be on the horizon! one that was far from my wildest imagination, COVID-19! My sisters were flying over to spend it with me for the first time in 7 years and I was looking forward to it! LOL! Am I disappointed? absolutely NOT! Reason? Because God’s ways and plans are far better than mine will ever be! He wants a time alone with me and I am going to make it the Best birthday yet by praising and worshipping Him all day (Psalm 118:24)!

Heavenly Father, I dedicate this day to praising and thanking You for bringing me to a new age. Thank you Father for giving me another year of life marked by new manifestations of Your goodness towards me! Though I fall short of Your glory at times, You are faithful enough to forgave me. I'm proud to be Your child. Thank You for the Best gift ever, JESUS! Thank you for giving me the unique opportunity to be alone with You today in good health and happiness. Thank you for changing my plans to Yours as only You can. Thank you for the cards, gifts and good wishes from family and friends. Blessed and multiply them as well.Thank you for the experience of past years.Thank You for the times of joy and happy memories. Thank You for times of failure that pointed out my own weakness and my need for Your strength. Thank You for times my heart was sadden with disappoints and confusion, but yet drove me to you. Please forgive me for the times I wasted, the chances I did not take and all the opportunities I may have missed this past year. Thank You for helping me to make this the best year yet by bringing glory to Your holy name! Thank You in advance for granting me many more beautiful birthdays for decades to come. Thank You for abundance of peace and joy to last me into eternity. Thank You for bestowing my coming days with blessings of perfect health and peace to position me to face a long, prosperous future (Ephesian 2:10).
Because I am still here, tells me that You still have a wonderful purpose and plan for my life. Reveal that purpose to me and grant me a magnificent breakthrough, noticeable to the enemy that will burst forth into testimonies to Your glory. I appreciate and don’t take for granted any day of the life You have given me. As I celebrate my birth, may I never remain a shadow of my past, but cause me to celebrate it with a renewal of strength (Joshua 1:9) and abundant growth in everything that You have for me. May angels of heaven keep me from failing and falling and keep me from all ill fortune. Please keep me in Your protective embrace, today and forever (Psalm 34:4). Intercede during this special time and day.Remove darkness and negativity from my life and allow this to be my best birthday ever, worshipping You my King! I surrender this year of my life to being a child that You can be proud of, may my sacrifices be pleasing to You. You know the desires of my heart (Psalm 37:4), may all that I request, be proven worthy to receive from You . Bless me with Your priceless gifts as I celebrate this great day of my life and grant me Your invaluable favor. As the earth receives rain and produces good fruit, I pray that on this my birthday Father, You will rain down blessings and opportunities for me that will become fruits of prospering and greatness (Psalm 20:4). May I rise above life’s trials and overcome every obstacle in my path as I grow older today. Help me to stay my mind on You today and thank You for Your glorious gifts, Your PEACE and JESUS my Savior! Thank You Father.

Sending Love, peace and a blessed day to all!

Maplewood, NJ
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UnknownMarch 28, 2020 at 5:12 AM
Dear Lord
You know I'm not a good listener not follower but help me be what it is you intend for us all to be.
I pray for mercy and strength. I pray I can rely on your faith as mine tends to be testy at times.
I thank you for knowing each of us. And caring enough to show us.
We need help as a world. I don't doubt you know that better than I.

May our whole life be a prayer to you.
I need help doing that.

Forever....in Christ name
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BrittanyombMarch 28, 2020 at 6:53 AM
Good morning ☀️ I love the mind/soul training to redirect my attention to God. The thing that has taken my attention away in the past is new relationships. Having been single for 5 years, I have had wonderful amounts of time to grow in my relationship with Him and spend time to become a whole person.

Twice in those five years I had short little “dating flings” that lasted a few months. Each time, I felt myself focused on the excitement of the “newness” and spending more time on my phone, etc.

The past two weeks of isolation have afforded great time with God and my daughter. I would be remiss to not admit that, over the last few days, the longing for companionship returned. It seems to hit me about this time of year...at least for the last three years.

Thank you for the reminder in this prayer today. I have been praying this lately, as I have started getting to know a new person over the last two weeks. I know I need Gods help to balance and that’s okay. I pray that He guides my thoughts and words. I continue to practice prayer and meditation, not to achieve anything, but just to use it constantly. It helps that in our 12 step work, we do a nightly review to inventory the times of day that we held ourselves separate from God (not in a judgmental way, but in an objective way that is useful).

Prayers from doing stepwork yesterday with a girl I sponsor, we were reading on Step 11 “sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God” :

- We mat not be able to determine which course of action to take. Here we ask God for inspiration, an intuitive thought or a decision. We relax and take it easy. We don’t struggle. We are often surprised how the right answer comes after we have tried this for a while. What used to be the hunch or occasional inspiration gradually becomes a working part of the mind.

- As we go through the day we pause, when agitated or doubtful, and ask for the right thought or action. We constantly remind ourselves that we are no longer running the show, humbly saying to ourselves many times each day “Thy will be done.” We are then in much less danger of excitement, fear, anger, worry, self pity or foolish decisions. We become much more efficient. We do not tire so easily, for we are not burning up energy foolishly as we did when we were trying to arrange life to suit ourselves. 👌
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Bob MalsackMarch 28, 2020 at 7:31 AM
"Create in me a clean heart, O God, and put a new and right spirit within me." (Psalm 51:10)

(Matthew 11:20-24) As Jesus speaks of the rejection He has received from His own, His eyes begin to well up with tears. He continues with very sad yet strong tones in His voice, "How sad it will be for you, who held the truth about God in our hands and yet you never took it seriously. There are those who knew far less of God than you do, they will not feel half as bad as you will when God makes clear the right from the wrong. You who did not do it will feel the greater pain. How spiritually tragic it will be for you who knew the truth and yet twisted it and perverted it to your own advantage. Those who are known for being perverted in all kinds of ways will not feel nearly as bad the day God makes everything right once and for all. Saying that, the tears became to stream down His face.

These words cut to the core of my soul. For I am the one who knows better, I am the one who has been given the truth of God through the Holy Spirit. Yet, there are times it appears I know nothing of God's love at all. To think on these occasions as these words of Jesus require of me, makes me very sad. But my sadness is tempered when my wife leaves me a beautiful note on how she loves me, when my children and grandchildren celebrate me, when family and friends extend their appreciation for me. As those gifts of love are received, I realize I have received mercy for any and all failures to be absolutely loving, even when I knew better. I end up back at my Lenten prayer and pray it much more intensely, "Create in me a clean heart, O God, and put a new and right spirit within me." And He is for the present conditions in the world are doing a good cleansing and ordering of my heart and soul. Thanks be to God!

God be with you all!!! With love, Bob
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Bright StarMarch 28, 2020 at 7:40 AM
Thank you for your comments today..They were beautifully written and inspiring. Maplewood....enjoy your special day....our world needs you...and Brittanyomb
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MadFoxMarch 28, 2020 at 8:08 AM
In this time of being quarantined and social distancing, my prayers and thoughts move from this is a horrible situation, to what a blessing we are experiencing and witnessing. A month ago, I would've never believed that Congress and the President could agree on anything. A few weeks ago, I expected to be distracted by baseball and golf on TV. A week ago, I only saw my wife evenings and weekends.

In the blink of an eye, a microscopic virus, or as the President says an "invisible enemy", mutated from animal to man. It is hard to believe that events in a 3rd world food market, 1/2 a world away, created a virus that is easily spread and has been transmitted globally by the innovation of flying machines! So, man's aircraft ingenuity enables millions to visit God's creation world-wide and thereby causing a pandemic, which has manifested incredible fear and desperate medical circumstances across the globe.

As I sit here this Saturday, reading the JC devo, praying, and drinking coffee from Columbia (another global miracle), it reminds me that we battle each hour, the TRUE "invisible enemy" and it's sin. Our own desire is to have the world bend to our will... for us to control and rebel against the love of our neighbor and God. Perhaps, just perhaps, we should use this time to reconnect to our Creator. I keep hearing today's JC devo and Him whispering in my head:

Psalm 46:10 "Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted in the earth."

And indeed my JC friends, the world is being still, whether it will recognize that there is one true God, is in the hands of those He loves. Godspeed. Pray that all stay virus-free. Amen.
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Tiffany GraceMarch 28, 2020 at 8:22 AM
Lord help me with being more attentive and receptive to you. Help me be aware of you and eyes on you in every moment. Help me recieve your beautiful gift of peace! Amen
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LoveconquersallMarch 28, 2020 at 10:43 AM
Choose Joy, crazy is my middle name and I'm sure Sassy Mom knows that. Happy belated birthday to your son and may God bless him with many more. Tried several times to correct yesterday's message but couldn't. LOL
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Bob MalsackMarch 27, 2021 at 5:56 AM
RESOLVE (Isaiah 50:5-8)

This day, Jesus mounted a donkey and triumphantly rode into Jerusalem. He did so as Isaiah described it:

“The Lord GOD has opened my ear, and I was not rebellious, I did not turn backward. I gave my back to those who struck me, and my cheeks to those who pulled out the beard; I did not hide my face from insult and spitting. The LORD God helps me; therefore I have not been disgraced; therefore I have set my face like flint, and I know that I shall not be put to shame; he who vindicates me is near. Who will contend with me? Let us stand up together. Who are my adversaries? Let them confront me.”

He rode into the unthinkable with resolve, He would love His Father to His dying breathe and He would fulfill His Father’s desire to see you saved and you are saved forever and ever. Further, there now will be nothing in all creation that can take you out of the loving arms of your Father that are wrapped around you. Watch Him ride into Jerusalem this day, see His resolve to fulfill the Father’s will, and feel the love that He has for you that spurred Him on for He was certain He would save you and He did.

May we ride into each day with holy resolve to do the Father’s will so everyone may know of the love God has for them through the triumphant love we show them.

God be with you. With love, Bob
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JanetMarch 27, 2021 at 10:38 PM
Thank You Jesus. Praise the Lord continually and always 🙏.
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JeanneMarch 27, 2021 at 11:29 PM
Amen dear Janet! Thanks and praise to the Most High!
Dear MadFox! Rest in Him who loves you. You’re doing very well and I am so blessed and inspired by your courage and strength of faith. God is in your corner. We love you!
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Sassy MomMarch 28, 2021 at 12:43 AM
Awakened shortly after 2:00 am by thunder. Please pray prayers of protection for those in Tennessee and surrounding Southern states who have suffered destruction and death from tornadoes.
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Min AhadiMarch 28, 2021 at 1:53 AM
Kindly share online church services that can minister to us today yayalisarose@gmail.com. Thanks
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BrieMarch 28, 2021 at 3:06 AM
Happy Blessed Birthday Wishes to you both, Bob and Maplewood NJ! How blessed are we for you, two of the best gifts God sent to us. The gifts who keep on giving and giving and building and building us up for His Kingdom. May His Life continually Surround you. May His Love continually Enfold you. May His Power continually Protect you. May His Presence continually Watch over you. And may His Spark continually Ignite you. Today is the day our Lord has made to celebrate that day when He first sent you to us. We are rejoicingly glad.
Both of you are now on my Birthday Gift of Prayer Calendar which means you will be receiving prayers all day, with alarm set for bonus prayers at 3:28 am and 3:28 pm. Hope you still yourself for feeling the love. BLESSINGS and KEEPINGS now and forevermore. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
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AnonymousMarch 28, 2021 at 5:05 AM
Palm Sunday - The Remembrance. This day signifies the Triumphal Entry (Matt. 21:1-11). Jesus entered as a King: God prepared His Sacrifice.
Today serves as a preparation of one’s heart for the agony of Jesus’ Passion and the joy of His Resurrection. As we reflect on this final Holy week of Jesus' life, it is important to note that He did not deny the image that the crowd expected, the fulfillment of the hopes of Israel that He would be their earthly king, destroying the Roman government. However, Jesus humbly entered Jerusalem to give His life on a cross, saving mankind from sin and death. A very large crowd spread their cloaks on the road, while others cut branches from the trees and spread them on the road. The crowds that went ahead of him and those that followed shouted:
"Hosanna to the Son of David!"
"Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!"
"Hosanna in the highest!"

One day, Jesus will return gloriously as a mighty warrior in battle (Revelation 19:11–16). Until that day comes, I count my many, many blessings and thank You Lord for another year of my life. Celebrating on this great momentous day (Palm Sunday) in Remembrance of Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem on a donkey to symbolize Peace, before His crucifixion and Resurrection, is a blessing and great joy. Thank You for this most important gift I could ever ask for, the gift of Salvation You so freely gave, and Thank You for ALL You've done, doing and what You will do in my life. I give thanks in all things and praise Your Holy name.
Christ came not to conquer by force as earthly kings, but by Love, Grace, Mercy, and His own sacrifice for His people. His is a kingdom of lowliness and servanthood. He embraced the poor, the broken, weak and oppressed during His time here on earth. His sweet, simple story of the Good Samaritan as reflected in Luke 10:33-35, is a perfect symbol of His everlasting Love, sacrifice and compassion. We give thanks to You oh Lord, for this Precious gift, JESUS our Lord and Savior. Amen.

Blessings and Peace. May we enjoy the triumphal entry in a deeper way to the glory of the KING of kings and LORD of lords!

Maplewood, NJ
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NorahMarch 28, 2021 at 5:40 AM
Happy Birthday Dear Maplewood and Dear Bob! Praying for each of you on these blessed pages and for our MadFox, as he heals in the name of Jesus Christ. Praying for the TN and southern states, Sassy Mom and Brie.
My sleep was short this night, too. Please pray for my DH who took a tumble yesterday outside. Coming out of our son's house, he missed a step and was down before we knew it. I was next door getting something for our little celebration and when I came out, it was announced. I ran to him and prayed and we got him up and but for a skinned elbow and hand, he was fine - a little sore last night.
My youngest son has surgery on his inner ear coming up in the next few weeks. He and his wife are getting their 2nd vaccines in a few days. I pray for both of them and for my son's surgery.
Praying for all of my children, their wives and my daughter's 'husband to be,' wherever he is. For all of our grands who bless us so much and for the ones I haven't seen in months.
I'm feeling sleepy again. The blessings of the "Receptivity and Attentiveness to the Holy Spirit. So calming. And, it's almost time to get up! HA HA...plenty of time to sleep later.
Blessing, Peace and Love to each of you. I so loved reading your posts.
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BrieMarch 28, 2021 at 6:10 AM
Audra, How is your husband? I am still praying for him.
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Bright StarMarch 28, 2021 at 6:52 AM
Happy Birthday Bob and Maplewood...Your words are an inspiration to us all. God Bless.
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JanetMarch 28, 2021 at 7:45 AM
I'm having some issues with my neighbors. They don't like me and I think they want me to leave. I haven't had any hot water in over a week and I don't want to make accusations, but I'm starting to think that they have been turning it off to play games with me. I don't live in the best kind of neighborhood and I'm actually very uncomfortable here, but my circumstances have put me here for now. I have tried to make the best of it, but it's starting to really get to me. Can you please pray for me? I would really appreciate it. Thank you, my wonderful family of JC Warriors. May God bless you all. Peace be with you 🙏.
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Jan gridleyMarch 28, 2021 at 9:15 AM
Praying for you dear Janet. God neither sleeps nor slumber. He sees all. Dear Lord I lift my dear sister to you. We know that in certain circumstances you'll either remove us from the trouble or give us the perseverance to go through it knowing You're in the midst of it. I pray You will soon reveal to our sister what this is all about. Give her grace & the Holy stamina to journey through. Amen.
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LoveconquersallMarch 28, 2021 at 7:04 PM
Praying for you dear Janet! Pour your amazing grace over this situation, Jesus and I trust that you will fix it. Keep Janet safe! Amen and Amen!
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JeanneMarch 28, 2021 at 9:13 PM
Amen and Amen. Rest well Janet, You are loved and God is faithful.
Dear MadFox. Sleep well and rest in Him who cares for you. You have done well and now you must rest and recover with the Lord by your side. Much love to you and all our JC Family.
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MadFoxMarch 29, 2021 at 6:12 AM
Psalm 46:10 "Be still, and know that I am God."

Good Morning JC Warriors, I've been reading along along each day, and am grateful for all your prayers and and positive thoughts/comments. Please know God is working on me, but also using me, and several times I've thought, I would never have been able to be in this position to encourage or even pray with these folks were it not for MM. Despite the circumstances, I have a beautiful room for a hospital, and a spectacular view of Atlanta at sunset... which, of course, then reminds me every night of the trio of songs. It's gonna be ok, truth I stand on, and miracles.

SITREP, day +3 transplant time line, 5 days now in the hospital. Very blessed comparatively to fellow patients. We can talk when walking or in kitchen/visitor lounge when we escape our room. Probably 10 more days to go, as I'm growing fatigued easier but am nowhere near the bottom of the chemo effects.. should start the upswing around 5 days from now. Still getting up, dressed, meet with docs nurses, who say short visits good. So far, it's all been a few minutes max with them!

Thanks to all. Virtual hugs, the Lord's Army at JC Payton Family devo community is AWESOME!

p.s. zfuntastic... You've got to write us an update since you'd been gone for quite a while! You're in victory lane, there folks here that can benefit from how you achieved your sobriety for the past year or ??, Godspeed, praying for you, Amen.
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JeanneMarch 29, 2021 at 11:54 PM
Thank yoiu for the fine update dear MadFox. Sounds like you are in a wonderful place to receive God's healing power and to spread His message. Take it one day at a time in His presence as you always do. I am sure you are very blessed and your fellow patients are very blessed to have you there to lift and encourage them. I know what a giving heart you have. Thanks for that virtual hug! It was just what I needed. Rest well dear brother.
"Praise the LORD, my soul, and forget not all his benefits - who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion." Psalm 103:2-4
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JeanneMarch 27, 2022 at 9:58 PM
Praying with you dear MadFox for Peace in the Name of Jesus. Let's keep our mind and heart on Him and trust in His Ways.
You will keep him in perfect peace,
Whose mind is stayed on You,
Because he trusts in You.
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NorahMarch 27, 2022 at 10:29 PM
Still heading to bed...OMG, REST my soul! Dear MadFox,I think I needed to read your great repot. Virtual hugs to you, Dear Brother! And, thank you, Jeanne, for your love and blessings.
Off, I go!
<3
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Jan gridleyMarch 28, 2022 at 5:27 AM
🎶Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday to you
Happy birthday dear SassyMom, Maplewood & brother Bob,
Happy birthday to you,
& Many more🎶

Love & blessings 🎆🎁🎉🎂🎈💕
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JeanneMarch 28, 2022 at 8:58 AM
Happy Birthday dear Bob, Sassy Mom and Maplewood!! May the Lord shower Birthday blessings on all of you and continue to heal, protect and guide you and your loved ones. Thank You Jesus! 💗💗🙏🍰🎂🎁🎈
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Ofelia ClaudioMarch 28, 2022 at 9:57 AM
Thank you for this blog! So blessed each time! God bless you!
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Jan gridleyMarch 28, 2022 at 12:53 PM
Bless you as well Ofelia. Welcome aboard 💕
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AnonymousMarch 28, 2022 at 4:13 PM
Stayed upon Jehovah
Hearts are fully blessed
Finding as He promised
Perfect peace and rest.
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NorahMarch 28, 2022 at 8:11 PM
Wish Bob and MapleWood a Happy Birthday! Sassy Mom - thought you already had yours? If not - Happy BD to you, too. Peter - loved your post. Prayers for all of you. Love and sweet sleep!
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JeanneMarch 29, 2022 at 12:38 AM
Love and sweet sleep Norah! Thanks for the prayers. Praying for you too!
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JeanneMarch 27, 2023 at 10:55 PM
How blessed we are to have a good and loving Father who gives, and gives, and gives. He gives us way more than we deserve because He loves us with a perfect and unconditional love. The verses today were very good. Especially: Philippians 2:17 - Even if I am to be poured out as a drink offering upon the sacrificial offering of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with you all.
When Paul wrote his letter to the Philippians, he was aware that his imprisonment in Rome could lead to death, but he was willing to take that risk to continue his good work for the Lord. He loved the Philippians and they loved him and cared about him. He cared more about their faith journey than he did about his own welfare. He wanted to encourage them to remain steadfast in their faith even in his absence. He was selfless and only wanted to glorify God by his good service. He was content to be a prisoner of Jesus Christ. He knew even as a prisoner he was still able to open the hearts of people to Jesus and His message of salvation. He warned the Philippians about some false teachers who were out to glorify themselves instead of God. But no matter their motives he still appreciated that they were preaching Jesus to the people while he was imprisoned. I pray that we would have the heart of Paul, selfless instead of selfish, devoted to serving God and others, instead of ourselves. We should try to live godly lives, and not be led by our emotions buy by God's indwelling Spirit. We should do our best to be good examples for Jesus. I have many weaknesses and sometimes my human emotions just take over and then I know I'm not a good witness to my faith. I judge others and I have too much pride. But I do try to follow the Spirit, and if I see I'm getting upset or angry, I whisper the Name above every other name. Jesus, Jesus, Jesus. He always draws me back to him. Just love this verse too:
Isaiah 26:3 - You will keep him in perfect peace,
Whose mind is stayed on You,
Because he trusts in You.
I saw a good old friend last night and she asked me how I was feeling since I got the cancer. I told her I had finished my treatments and I was doing well because Jesus is healing me. I trust Him with every fiber of my being. Every day I thank Him for healing me and for healing my friends and loved ones. He holds my tomorrows and I expect I'll have a whole lotta tomorrows because He keeps His promises. Hallelujah!
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PeterMarch 28, 2023 at 5:08 AM
"Because giving is inherent in My nature, I search for people who are able to receive in full measure."

Ah, to be full of Him!
Deeper and deeper into intimacy with Him.

O Lord Increase our receptivity and attentiveness. Help us open ourselves fully to You, to receive You in full measure. There's nothing to be afraid of.
You are Perfect Love, Perfect Love casts out fear.
Help us be constantly and fully aware of your indwelling Presence.

'Fill my cup, Lord
I lift it up, Lord
Come and quench this thirsting of my soul
Bread of Heaven, feed me 'til I want no more
Fill my cup, fill it up and make me whole.'
https://youtu.be/s4l2yY2r95g
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Jan gridleyMarch 28, 2023 at 5:13 AM
" A whole lot of tomorrows"! Absolutely dear Jeanne. God has you today & all of your tomorrows. You are not done with your mission here. Hallelujah! 💞🙏🌈
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Jan gridleyMarch 28, 2023 at 5:14 AM
Happy Birthday dear brother Bob & dear Maplewood wherever you are! Bless your day🥳🎂🎁🎉🎼
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Suzanne RMarch 28, 2023 at 6:42 AM
Happy birthday Bob and Maplewood. We miss you both.
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AnonymousMarch 28, 2023 at 7:39 AM
Wow! What wonderful words from Everyone on this blog! An amazing reading, amazing prayers and incredible reminder to me. Ended up reading all the years comments and I'm emboldened to persevere in asking for help Holy Spirit! Amen!❤️🙏
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ABCMarch 28, 2023 at 9:07 AM
Dear Heavenly Father, Please help me to be: receptive and attentive to You in all things. I continue to seek an open heart to be guided by Your constant presence in my life. I love you Jesus. Amen.
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JeanneMarch 28, 2023 at 9:11 PM
Joining the Birthday train for dear Bob and dear Maplewood!! Hope you both had a blessed Birthday in God's presence. We sure do miss you! Be assured that your words live on and continue to encourage and lift us. God bless you always. Much love!
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JeanneMarch 28, 2023 at 10:30 PM
Rick’s older brother Jack is in the hospital. He had an ablation last week to fix his heart flutter. But he wasn’t feeling good yesterday. He went to the hospital and was admitted for internal bleeding. They’re doing a CAT Scan tomorrow. Thanks for your prayers for healing and for the bleeding to stop. May God bring him back to perfect health. We ask this with gratitude in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
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JanetMarch 28, 2024 at 2:23 AM
Glad to hear about Jack and praying also for Sally, Norah's husband, Al, Keith, Jan's husband, Audra, Eli, Barry, Mike, Sandy, the Hardwick family, and Suzi. Joining in prayers with you Jeanne 🙏. God is so good ALWAYS! Our God shall supply!!! His faithfulness and perfect love abounds toward us all the time! We are so blessed 🙌! Peace be with you 🙏.
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AnonymousMarch 28, 2024 at 3:52 AM
Jesus says go search for Him in all our moments, and we will be granted the perfect peace. Lord, I pray for all of us as we begin our day that we look for You in everything we see and everything we do. I pray that we all desire that perfect peace that only You can give.
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