Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Jesus Calling: April 2

    I have promised to meet all your needs according to My glorious riches. Your deepest, most constant need is for My Peace. I have planted Peace in the garden of your heart, where I live; but there are weeds growing there too: pride, worry, selfishness, unbelief. I am the Gardener, and I am working to rid your heart of those weeds. I do My work in various ways. When you sit quietly with Me, I shine the Light of My Presence directly into your heart. In this heavenly Light, Peace grows abundantly and weeds shrivel up. I also send trials into your life. When you trust Me in the midst of trouble, Peace flourishes and weeds die away. Thank Me for troublesome situations; the Peace they can produce far outweighs the trials you endure.

Philippians 4:19
English Standard Version
And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.

2 Corinthians 4:17
English Standard Version
For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison.

My Prayer
Lord, you will supply every need of mine? Lord, why don't I really believe that? I wonder if its because I think my needs are so great and vast and numerous. I guess its because I already have so much -- food, shelter, work, comfort, entertainment, rest -- and so what I think I need -- security, health, freedom, retirement, a new phone, a new car, a new house, food variety, sweets, fancy clothes, a vast network of friends, family, loved ones, vacations, respect, appreciation, to be valued -- is perhaps not really a need at all, but a desire. Yet, I look around and see what others have and naturally think I should have the same. So, my wants get blurred often into needs. Lord, you give me peace and when I really believe that, I know I don't need to worry. So place me in that mindset, conform me to the truth of your Word, not the way I want Your word interpreted. Help me to see that trials are often what I need, even though it hurts. Lord, I want to be a child of God, defined by You. Re-train me God.


Note: The devotion and scriptures are from author Sarah Young. If you haven't already, please purchase the book and support the author.

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192 comments:

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    1. I have this book with morning and evening and I love it. I just lost my mother yesterday and I love the prayer for today. Everything this author does is amazing. πŸ™

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    2. Dear Anonymous, I’m sorry for the loss of your Mother. Sending up prayers for you at this moment for comfort & peace

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    3. Anonymous I'm so sorry for you're loss. I lost my sweet momma
      2 years ago and I know the pain you feel.
      This blog has gotten me through that and the loss of my father 6 months ago. Praying for comfort and strength for you and your family. God is always there to lean onπŸ™❤️

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    4. ♥️πŸ™ for the loss of your mom.

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    5. He really is the only thing that can bring us peace during this kind of loss and pain. I also lost my dad 18 months ago and know it is He who sustained me and still does. I am so sorry for your loss and pray He envelopes you in His love and strength and bless you with fond memories each day to ease you through it. πŸ™πŸ’•πŸ™

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    6. Dear YAWEH, I humbly come before you through your sons name Jesus Christ I know this “momentary affliction is preparing for me for an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparisonπŸ’•
      I seek YOU , and recommit and surrender my fleshly vessel, spirit & mind to YOU once more. For I am not who I was when I was “born again “ through baptism. I was sincere then many years ago but did not turn away completely from my sins, dear LORD please forgive me. However I am now different, for YOU have changed me and I thirst for YOUR Word, Love and guidance and am eager to spend more one on one time with YOU as I prepare my body , mind and spirit to fully turn myself over to YOU, for I love YOU LORD, and pray for Only YOUR will to be done in my life . I rejoice knowing I am soon going to be emerged in the living water to rededicate my life to YOU , turning away from everything that’s evil and only living (I pray) in YOUR footsteps, abandoning my own understanding and allowing YOU to have YOUR way with me, let me serve YOU LORD, help me be YOUR ambassador, shining the light, love and glorifying YOUR name every day with every opportunity. I Praise YOU LORD for my pains, struggles, joyfulness and contentment all at once. Show me the way, I am YOUR servant seeking only YOU, the true KING, and LORD,
      I pray this in Jesus Christ’s name my beloved King,
      Amen
      AπŸ™❤️

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    7. Ah... To contemplate 'needs' vs. 'desires' in conversations with our Lord!

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  2. Peace of not allowing myself to beat myself up over a mistake. One wrong thought can kill moments of time. A mistake a small injustice can spread like a wild fire throughout ones body. Release it read God’s word say it out loud repeat it over and over again. Give it all to God. Ask for forgiveness and be forgiven. ❤️⚓️

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    1. Amen I do the exact same thing myself I beat myself over a mistake one we forgive others God forgives us any is no longer in god's got I pray that everything gets while and you forgive yourself because like I said God has already forgiven you

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    2. No matter how hard it is, we must let go of any anger towards those who have hurt us. Sometimes when we see we can't do anything about it, we must finally forget any injustice and just put it behind us. God forgives the worst of our sins, so we must forgive a person who has wronged us even when they will never apologize or even if they aren't aware of their wrongdoing. Anger will eat up our hearts. Forgive them because God forgives us. Once we are able to do that and we cast that burden on the Lord, we can then walk with a lighter load and serve God in a better frame of mind. He asks us to come to him in holiness. Let us do our best to be at peace when we come to the Throne of Grace.

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    3. Word! Anger, resentment, judgement are "weeds in the heart" that take up space meant for peace. Spend more time with the Gardener today! Thank you Jesus. I trust you, Jesus!

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    4. Looking back to my post from last year and would say it again.

      On this Good Friday, I humbly thank you Jesus. Your forgiveness surpasses all understanding and my gratitude can't find enough words. ✝️♥️πŸ™

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  3. What will a man give in exchange for his soul?

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  4. Thank you for your honesty. I need to focus on heavenly things not earthly. But Lord, please help me to raise my children right. It's so hard when I don't like the things my husband says to my children. I make mistakes too but I feel caught. Thank you to those of you who respond to this blog. It helps me feel not so lonely. We all need to cling to God

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  5. Amen!! πŸ™πŸΌ Trust God in all things and He will direct your paths and carry you out of the darkness and into the light πŸ™ŒπŸΌπŸŒ„πŸŒ…

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  6. Struggles are temporary and so are earthly things but God is forever πŸ™πŸΌπŸŒΈ

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  7. I have struggled with substance abuse for 16 years. I am married 5 years with two children aged 3 & 5. After my last relapse in January 2019, my wife and I agreed to an indefinite separation for the childrens' sake.

    I just relapsed again and the separation is in place. Please pray for me, that I will overcome and my family/marriage will ultimately be restored.

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    1. Dear Sweet Jesus, hold Anonymous in your strong loving Arms. All things work together for Your Good. Behold, You make All things new!

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    2. I will pray for you. My son is going through this battle as well. Ask God to help you through this. Although it may take time he will help you overcome your addiction. I pray that your family will be as understanding as possible. Stay strong. Amen.

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    3. Anonymous, you are loved!! Praying God will bind the DEMON of addiction and surround you and your loved ones with his arms of love, strength and protection.
















      addiction.

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    4. Holding you & your family up to the Lord, Anonymous. Be strong and of good courage. Small steps but keep walking towards freedom from this addiction. It does not & will not define. I will pray that this stronghold will be loosed & sent to the abyss where it belongs! Lord break the chains that binds Anonymous this day in Jesus name! May your cleansing blood shed on the cross for this entire family cover them from head to foot! Amen & Amen!

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    5. Praying for you and your family, Anonymous, and that you get the help you need. Sassy Mom nailed it and the other Anonymous, has experienced the relief that you seek. I was in a meeting last week about the addiction problems our country is experiencing. It was mentioned that the greatest success is seen when there is support in all areas, i.e. spiritual, mental (a group, counseling, a program) and then, a change in the people around you - getting new friends, changing the patterns of who you hang out with, etc. Prayers for your VICTORY, Anonymous, that your family is restored.
      Asking for prayers for my husband's Oncology appt today (continued remission), for the Court Hearings going on with the 2 families I've been praying for.
      And, Jan Gridley: prayers for success at the Chiropractors! Yes, I'm claiming, right along with you, "We are on the mend!"
      So thankful for this site and for Peyton Family spelling out the difference between needs and wants. Oh my, how the lines can become blurred. My needs are more than met. "Philippians 4:19
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      And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus." God bless everyone!

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    6. Anonymous, you can move from struggle to conquerer. Our prayers are with you, every step of the way-with Jesus, to build that strength, that outlook. Use the light of your children and wife to move from darkness to light. May our Heavenly Father wrap his arms around you as you travel this journey. Amen

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    7. Dear heavenly father please help a nominis get to this battle of addiction don't let the devil get in his mind and let him or her think that that is the only way to get over his troubles please wrap your loving arms around his family and let them understand that is long as he trust in you that he could get through this addiction and have is great family back because I am going to the same thing but it's not the diction but I do struggle with that from time to time a amen

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    8. We are in Agreement with you & ALL the previous prayers offered up for you & your Family & FREDDOM & RESTORATION IN JESUS' NAME.

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    9. Please google and look into the Dream Center in Los Angeles..addictions cured, imarriages healed, lives restored..a Godly place where miracles happen everyday..you will be very glad you did...any questions please email or reply

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    10. Lifting you and yours up in prayer, Anonymous. Peace be with you.

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    11. Anonymous, my Hope and Prayer conrinue to be with you. Keep looking to the light. Let God continue to prune you, removing all dead wood and promote new life. Amen.

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    12. Dear Anonymous. I pray you are doing better and God has steered you away from your addiction. May He guide and strengthen you and repair your marriage. God bless and protect you and your children. Remember he knows your problems and needs better than you do. Put it all on His shoulders. He can handle and make a bad situation into a blessing.

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    13. Anonymous It’s been a while since you wrote that post, I pray that you found and continue to have freedom from addiction.
      I was told almost 32 years ago take it one day at a time and I could stay sober.....I didn’t believe at first , couldn’t believe it was that simple.....but with God in one hand and a 12 step program in the other I found ( with some work)that there was no to pick up any drink or drug.I’m a miracle plan and simple
      God bless and help all people with all kinds of addictions...Amen

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    14. Bravo John S! Praying for your success as you continue your journey.
      Anonymous (from 2019). You ARE WORTHY of the success/blessings that John S. speaks of! I pray you have found God's mercy and compassion which results in peace in your heart. Amen.

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    15. Declaring victory over addiction! There are many, many stories of success and God's grace is behind each one of them. Joining in prayers for all in need of freedom from addictions that they trust in Jesus to set their paths straight.

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  8. I will pray for you too!! There is a way out! I’ve been clean and sober for almost 23 years now with God and AA. I’m on third site every day and can help. God bless and surrender this to His will and He will help you

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  9. Dear Heavenly Father, Thank you for removing the weeds in my life and providing my NEEDS. GREAT is they FAITHFULNESS, ALL I HAVE NEEDED THY HANDS HAVE PROVIDED.

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    1. That is one of my favorite worship songs, I was just singing it all day yesterday! I love coming to this family, because that is how all of you sweetie people have made me feel since I have been on this site. Thank you for the encouragement!

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    2. Fay - When I became a widow, I didn't know what I would do. Great is Thy faithfulness has become my favorite hymn. His blessings are abundant, He has provided for me.

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    3. Thank you Sassy Mom! I didn't even know that song existed. I went on Youtube and I recorded it. It will comfort and encourage me from now on. God bless you, Sister!

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    4. I love being able to read all of God's promises and understanding what his words mean. Also, it is so good to get to know everyone on here. Thank you Lord, for bringing me to Jesus Calling and for all my new friends! Please pray for me today, I have an oncologist appointment. ITS in his hands! In jesus' name Amen

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    5. Fay - Joining JC Warriors in prayer for your oncologist appointment. YES!! It's in his hands!!!! God is in control and you just can't beat it.

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    6. Prayers for Gods heavy favor with your Oncologist appointment today! Jesus loves You
      We all love you and God is right there with you! You are in the very best hands ever! Thanking God for blessing your day in abundance
      With love
      Brandy πŸ™πŸ’πŸ™

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    7. Fay--- Lifting you up to The Throne of Grace. I pray whatever they find at your appointment will be taken care of and you will be restored to Full Health! In the MIRACLE WORKING NAME OF JESUS. AMEN and AMEN

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    8. Fay praying for Gods best in your life and that His best is no cancer. Praying that you feel His love and capable hands taking care of every bit of it. In Jesus name

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    9. Just love to read this posts from last year. So much love and faith and encouragment. We are still trusting in the Lord and not wavering.

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    10. 🎢 Great is Thy Faithfulness 🎢
      https://youtu.be/0k1WhFtVp0o

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  10. Anonymous - Teen Challenge (google it) and then join. It’s a Christian based recovery program. Your children need their father. This adjustment in your life will be an investment in your children’s future and you will gain purpose wihich will have eternal value to the ones you love. My prayers are with you

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    1. I have seen Teen Challenge work in my family. God Bless the work they do.

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  11. Anonymous, marriage can work! It can even get better! Have faith and hope. And remember. .God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can and wisdom to know the difference

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  12. Anonymous, unfortunately life isn’t supposed to be easy, thanks to Adam & Eve, it is supposed to be hard.

    You know in your heart that you’ll never be free to be all GOD WANTS you to be until you cut off the ball & chain of addiction.

    My advice is to shuck those bounds for GOD FIRST so that the path becomes clearer for you to be all HE DESIRES of & for you.

    THE HOLY SPIRIT RESIDES IN all of us.

    Don’t foul the temple that is your body.

    Stay clean & allow the love light within to shine.

    You are never alone because HE IS WITH you & with GOD ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE.

    GOD BLESS you & yours. jeff

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  13. Thank you so much, everyone. Your thoughts and prayers really minister to me. I'll call Teen Challenge today.

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    1. We visited the one in Pa. For our youth group. Wonderful program. Go for it Anonymous.

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    2. So happy that you sought help Anonymous. Praying for you. I have had you in my prayers since I first saw that you were having problems with addiction. I know God has been helping you. I pray all is better.

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  14. Thank y’all so much for reading each of our struggles and for offering loving prayers. Anonymous, younare loved and we are all praying for you and for your family. What a beautiful blessing this group is! I’m praying for each of you. God bless

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  15. "When you trust Me in the midst of trouble, Peace flourishes and weeds die away. Thank Me for troublesome situations; the Peace they can produce far outweighs the trials you endure." Before coming to this site this morning I was contemplating the death toll in the US from COVID-19 and the loss of the infant in CT to this virus. Searching for peace in my heart. I opened up the blog and there it was. Thank you, Lord for you word. Continue to bless all of us, known and unknown as we travel on this aweful journey.

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    1. Mary Jo, This blog has given me so much peace in times of trouble. We are together in this. I can't imagine if we weren't standing on the Lord. The news brings me so much sorrow and fear that I only watch it once a day. I know God's promises are reliable so I will continue to hold His Unchanging Hand through this dark valley. I believe the best is yet to come.

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  16. Repeating my 2019 prayer.

    "Dear Heavenly Father, Thank you for pruning the weeds in my life and providing my NEEDS. GREAT is they FAITHFULNESS, ALL I HAVE NEEDED THY HANDS HAVE PROVIDED." AMEN and thank You Lord.

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    1. Sassy Mom--- My prayer too! Thank You Father God, Jesus and Holy Spirit that you surround us with Your perfect love. And thank you for being our God! You are Faithful! Hallelujah!

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    2. Amen JJ! Halleluia. We have such a great and loving Father!

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  17. Happy belated birthday, Jody. So many celebrating birthdays in a quiet, peaceful way such as you did with our Lord. God bless you and yours more.

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  18. "Create in me a clean heart, O God, and put a new and right spirit within me." (Psalm 51:10)

    (Matthew 12:15-21) As the leaders of the synagogue walked away grumbling, Jesus knows exactly what they have in mind, to seek His death. Knowing full well what God has determined for Him as the Messiah, which is not to die in a remote village, we hit the road again immediately after worship. But the people whom He has so impacted do not want to let Him go, so a large number of them follow us out of town. When we stop for a rest, He lets them gather around Him and He ministers to them, healing each according to his/her need. When He completes this time serving them, He emphatically tells them not to talk about what they have experienced with Him. Myself and the other disciples wonder why He orders them as such, doesn't He want everyone to know about Him? Truth be told as Isaiah stated it long ago (Isaiah 42:1-4), the Father will determine how it will be for His Chosen One, not the people's agenda. Because they do not understand what God is doing, the more they talk about Him, the more misunderstanding there will be. This is God's plan to make all things right just not for His chosen people, the nation of Israel, but the whole world. God is going to save the world not as humans think, with power and physical might, but with love and grace and mercy. By these means, justice will come to all, making all things right again.

    Justice (things being made right again) will not come through aggressive power/influence on anyone's part (such is the way of the world). No, it will come by the greatest power of all, the power of God exemplified in love, grace, and mercy. Jesus saved the world in this way; we are His disciples and it will be no different in our calling. Some of the weeds within our heart as the JC reading speaks of today, are the aggressive methods of the world to change things. No, the methods that truly change things are the practice of love, grace, and mercy. It is the power of God unto salvation. But those elements only work through us when the peace spoken about above is the state of our heart. From the second verse of a great old hymn, "Lead on O King Eternal":

    For not with swords' loud clashing
    Nor roll of stirring drums
    But deeds of love and mercy
    The heavenly kingdom comes

    We must let God save the world His way and by His own methods. He doesn't need any advice from us, He just needs us to trust and obey.

    Be at peace, sisters and brothers in Christ, so His love, grace, and mercy can work through you. God be with you this day and always. With love, Bob

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    1. Yes dear Bob. Violence and aggressive power won't bring Justice but God's gifts of love, grace and mercy can do amazing things. Amen Jesus saved in this way. His great sacrifice was all about love and obedience. Time to weed out the hate, greed, envy, jealousy and indifference. Empty yourself so He can fill you. And guard His peace above all else.

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    2. Save us Savior of the world for by your cross and resurrection you have set us free! AMEN and AMEN!

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  19. Thank you for sharing
    God bless you πŸ™πŸ™

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  20. Dear Heavenly Father, A new day has dawn, I am blessed to be in Your Presence once more and thank You for graciously granting me brand new mercy to go through this day. Thank You for meeting all my needs according to You glorious riches. Not my will but Your will be done. Thank You for everything!

    We know that God owns everything, He is sovereign, all things belongs to His dominion. The universe operates according to His will. When we become saved, we cease to belong to ourselves any longer and because we were bought with a price, we now belong to God. We, in essence, become His. Bearing this in mind, everything we own belongs to Him and everything in the universe bears His signature literally. He is the Potter, He fashioned everything according to His plans, purposes and glory. God not only supplies our needs, but as the verse indicates, He promises the faithful that He will provide for them. His amazing ability to satisfy His children’s spiritual, emotional and physical needs is spread throughout the entire Bible. In Matt 6:25-26, Jesus told His disciples not to worry about food or clothing because if the Father watches over the birds of the air, we can certainly count on God to take care of us and all our needs. However, sometimes we confuse our needs with our wants and then complain that God is not meeting those needs. Then again there are times when our actual needs are not (yet) being met which could be due to the following: Perhaps God wants to postpone answering our prayers until He can deal with an area of sin in our life, or God will not do what we are equipped to accomplish by ourselves because He is not our butler and/or when we resist His method of provision and try to tell Him how we want it delivered and sometimes because we don’t trust God. But Jesus assures us in Mark 11:24 that: All things for which you pray and ask, believe that you have received them, and they will be granted you. God will meet all our needs both spiritually and materially. He is infinitely wealthy and never lacks the ability to provide for those who trust in him. The Word says: “Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart” (Ps 37:4). This means he will change our desires to match his, and at the same time provide what we newly desire.

    Father in Heaven, We thank you that no situation is too far out of your control to provide. For you are Jehovah-Jireh, the God who provides for Your people. We thank you that you own it everything, and hold everything in your hands. We thank you that you know all of our needs before we even ask, before we even come to you. You’re aware of all that concerns us, and you have a great plan. You hold the provision and you have the solution. You alone can move mountains to make a way for your children, so we thank You Lord, take You glory, it belongs to You!
    Blessings to all!

    Maplewood, NJ

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    1. As I just completed a teleconference bible study with men in the church I attend, I read your words, my twin sister (see March 28 post). Your affirmation of the sovereignty of God is well said and an important perspective for us to have. God is in control! The following up question that I have often been asked is, "Then why does God let this happen, why does God let people die, even some very strong believers? If God is a loving God, this should not be happening." Well, I would hate for a minute to think that God has lost control and this whole situation is out of His hands. Yikes!!! God is sovereign and will glorify Himself in and through this. We are about to take a journey through Holy Week and Jesus' Passion. Amid the chaos of everybody and everything that last week of Jesus' earthly life, the only One exhibiting self control was Jesus, even writhing in pain on the cross. Was God in control? Totally!!! Why does a loving God let that happen even to His own? Because He so loved the world that He gave to us His only begotten Son..." With the coming of Easter, His control is confirmed and His reason becomes clear. It was all redemptive. What is God then doing right now? As occurred three days after the cross, there will be a resurrection to new life when this is finished and it will be redemptive of which we may be only partially able to understand. In eternity, we will see clearly as we are seen clearly now by Him and He will worship forever after. Hallelujah!!!

      Incidentally, our bible study was on the book of Job. Boy is it relevant in the present times.

      God be with you!

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    2. Thanks Bob, Among the many questions I will ask the Lord when my time has come is why so many bad things happen to so many good people. I know He is in control of everything. But the things that happen especially from Covid are heartbreaking and change lives drastically. But I still see good things happening because of the challenges we have had to face. Definitely a strength of faith and people who didn't even believe in God are seeking Him with a sincerity of heart. I never forget we serve a Risen Lord. He has already conquered death. He knows all our human frailties and temptations and fears. I look forward to seeing Him clearly and understanding all in the beautiful By and By.

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    3. I trust in God's plan for us. Perhaps this fallen world is the only hell we will ever know and even with it's "good" things pales in comparison to what he has prepared for us. Our finite mind is challenged to understand. Come Holy Spirit!

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    4. Agree Audra. We are so consumed with this hell we live in today that it blinds us to to the eternity with him that will "fix" all the suffering we see on a daily basis. Lord, come quickly..

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  21. God I trust you are at work through all of this. Teach me through this pandemic, through my suffering. Father of us all, help me to be more appreciative of all the blessings you have given me. So many of us feel broken and we know that you, only you Jesus, can put us back together. Our Lord, Our Savior, help us to be sincere in being part of your covenant. We are bound together through our faith in you. AMEN!

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    1. Your prayer, Loveconquersall, is already being answered out of the sincerity of your heart. God be with you!

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  22. Requesting more prayers for my brother.
    He passed out, Ambulance called. We're currently in hospital emergency room. Blood taken. Tests, xrays and scans being done to determine cause/cure, admit or discharge, etc.
    I am Thanking Him for troublesome situations; the Peace they can produce far outweighs the trials I am enduring.
    Inhaling Jesus I trust You.
    Exhaling Thy Will Be Done.
    Thanks again for all your prayers. Love Brie
    PS I have the keys :]

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    1. Praying with Brie. Lord please be with Brie brother at this moment ! The situation looks overwhelming but we know you know and you will bring wisdom to the doctors so that they can find out what is happening in his body. We pray for correct treatment and healing in Jesus name Amen

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    2. Lord, great healer of all, I pray right now for Brie's brother who is in the hospital. Revive him and please give the nurses and doctors wisdom in knowing how best to help him get better. Please give Your courage, comfort, strength, and hope. Come near to Brie's brother, Brie and Larry to help them through this difficult time. In Jesus name, I pray, Amen πŸ™. Thank You Jesus. Praise God.

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    3. Love and Hugs and Prayers coming your way for this. You're wrapped in the loving comforting wings of our Lord.

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    4. Lord please put your peace into your children. Extend your healing hand and heal Brie's bother. Provide all the provisions they need, which first and for most you! Thank you Lord that your hand is never too short and your tender mercy replenishedf us and will never run out.

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    5. Brie, God allowed a couple things to happen here that showed my mom her care needs are changing. I am hesitant to report my victory while you are going through your current concern. My mom has accepted our move. I'm hoping this will help your brother see his needs require the new change you have prepared for him as well. I'll talk about mine later. Right now we are getting through this with your brother, but I'm offering you some hope and a ray of "light" shining on your current concern since our situations are so parallel. Love, Kathy

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    6. Brie - Joining warriors in PRAYER. Praying with you as you pray for me.

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    7. Praying for your brother Brie.

      TJ

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    8. Brie - praying for your brother. May our dear Lord comfort him. KS

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    9. Our voices in prayer are loud and clear for you, Brie, your brother and Larry. Lord, help Brie's brother with strength and courage to face a new beginning. Help him to not be overwhelmed by feelings of lack of control. Help him to trust in you and his sister for positive outcomes. We ask, we pray, we thank you, in Jesus's name.

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    10. Praying for your brother, Brie and you and Larry as well!

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    11. Brie, praying for your brother, you, and your family. Jesus we trust you and look forward to the victory! AMEN!

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    12. One year later,
      Through it all
      Yes, through it all
      I'm learning to trust in Jesus
      I'm learning to trust in God
      Through it all
      Yes Through it all
      I'm learning to depend on His Word. πŸ™

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  23. Father God, Your son needs You right now. You know why he passed out. Heal him and revive him. Let him see your great faithfulness. Lead the doctors to find out the problem and so they can give him the proper treatment to bring him back to perfect health. Hold our dear sister Brie tight in your loving arms and reassure her that You are in charge of her brother's condition. Let her rest as she breathes deeply while trusting in You. Jesus I trust You, Thy Will be Done. Thank you for making all things right. Thank you that dear Brie has the keys to her brother's new home. Bless them, heal them, guide them and comfort them. Thank you for this in the Name of the Risen Lord, Christ Jesus. Amen

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    1. Amen sisters, joining in your prayers for Brie's brother.

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    2. Joining in prayers and AMEN to this prayer.

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    3. Brie --- Joining all in prayer for your brother. The Lord has a plan and it is a great one! AMEN and AMEN In His Grip of Grace, Mercy and Healing JJ

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  24. I Praise You Lord and thank You. I know that You are working in my life. Please give me the strength, courage, peace, comfort, hope, and joy that I need to endure this trial I am going through right now. You know my circumstances -- You know everything. I pray that I am using good discernment and staying in Your will as I journey on. When I start to get tired and begin to worry, please lift me up with You above my circumstances and revive me in Your perfect peace. Yesterday started a road of unknown certainty. I may not know what is coming or how I'm going to make it and I may be by myself in the flesh, but You are with me in spirit always. Thank You Jesus. Please hold me tight Lord and please don't let me let go of You. I need You every moment of every day. Bless You Lord πŸ™.

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    2. Praying for Janet and Cat. May your heavy cross be lifted and may you feel the hope and love of our risen Lord! Your faith will see you through! Much love to you both!

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    3. Dear Janet and Cat, God will light your wilderness because He loves you and knows you are seeking Him. Do not be afraid. He has prepared your tomorrows. Your future seems uncertain to you but He already knows where your next steps lead. Keep praying for His guidance and Keep your eyes open for the light he shines on your path. He will direct you. He is always holding us tight in His loving arms.

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  25. GOOD FRIDAY: Events that took place:
    FIRST TRIAL-Jesus is brought before Annas, and he is looking for an accusation.

    SECOND [and primary] TRIAL before Sanhedrin. Jesus is condemned.
    THIRD TRIAL- Immediately at dawn, the condemnation of Jesus is repeated. For the third time, Peter denies Jesus. He looks upon Peter as He was taken away by the Romans.
    FORTH TRIAL- Jesus is taken to Pilate
    FIFTH TRIAL- He’s taken before Herod and refuses to answer Herod’s questions.
    SIXTH TRIAL- He again is taken before Pilate, found innocent, but feared the crowd, so he sentenced Him to death. He was scourged, turned over to be crucified. Judas (the betrayer) hangs himself. Jesus bears His cross and is crucified.

    JESUS' LAST SEVEN WORDS FROM THE CROSS:

    -“Father, forgive them; for they know not what they do. Luke 23:34
    -Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise (to one of the criminals next to Him). Luke 23:43
    -Woman, behold thy son! Behold, thy mother! John 19:26-27
    -My God, My God, why hast Thou forsaken Me? Matt 27:46 and Mark 15:34
    -I Thirst. John 19:28
    -It is Finished. John 19:30
    -Father, into Thy hands I commend my Spirit.” Luke 23:46

    At about 3pm- The Death of Jesus takes place. Darkness blanketed the land. As Jesus gave up His spirit, the curtain in the sanctuary of the Temple was torn in two, from top to bottom. The earth shook, rocks split apart, and tombs opened. The bodies of many godly men and women who had died were raised from the dead. They left the cemetery after Jesus’ resurrection, went into the holy city of Jerusalem, and appeared to many people." (Matthew 27:51-53). Jesus is buried by sundown.
    So why is the day of Jesus’ death called Good Friday? That terrible Friday is called Good Friday because our Heavenly Father’s mercy and grace make salvation possible for all, and allows us to receive the gift of eternal life through Christ.
    Atonement requires a perfect, spotless sacrifice, and His Son, our Savior was that perfect Sacrifice. We can recall how right up to His final hours on earth, Jesus preaches forgiveness. He forgave the very people whose sin He was dying for. Yes, our sin was paid for!

    GOD ACCEPTS HIS SACRIFICE (a sweet smelling aroma).

    Loving Father, As we commemorate the suffering and execution of Jesus and spend time either fasting, praying, in repentance, or meditating on the agony He endured, we give thanks to His sacrifice on the cross.The Resurrection of Jesus and His Victory over death and sin, have caused us to appreciate this glorious gift of redemption from our sin that Christ gave mankind. Teach us to never take for granted the gift of Your unconditional Love on our behalf, forgive us for not totally recognizing what You have so freely given us, and please help us to always remember the cost of it all. For this and so much more, we thank You Lord that Jesus Lives and Reigns throughout eternity! Amen.


    Blessings and Peace.

    Maplewood NJ

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    1. Amen Maplewood πŸ™. Beautifully said πŸ‘. God bless you.

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    2. Amen thank you Maplewood. Thank you Lord. ❤❤❤

      Blessings from France

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    3. Thank you Maplewood! ✝️♥️πŸ™

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    4. Thank you, Maplewood. Meditating on Jesus's agony at the garden, his scourging at the pillar, his crowning of thorns, his carrying of the cross...his crucifixion on this sorrowful day..Good Friday. Thank you my Father, Son, and Holy Spirit! Thank you for your mercy and forgiveness! Amazing Grace! Amen!

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    5. Dear Maplewood, Thank you for walking us through the Lord's last hours and giving us His last words. Our Good Friday service was so emotional to me. And it makes me so sad to think how much He had to suffer. But it is such a Good Friday because He was a ransom for sinners, and we are all sinners. He bought our release from the bondage of sin. We were made clean and blameless by the Cross. Let us walk worthy of His love.
      Let us walk forward knowing that we are saved by His blood and we are never alone because He walks with us. We must forgive others because He forgives us.
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  26. I'm asking for prayers. This past month I've had a few things happen where I have been living for years. First was the hot water issues, then I had a mouse, and then yesterday morning, right after my alarm went off my ceiling caved in so I had to leave. I can no longer stay there. I lost my job last year because of covid issues and have been on unemployment and also yesterday I found out that I didn't receive any money this week and when I called the system now says I'm not even in it. Needless to say, I know that God is working in my life and there must be changes He wants for me. I don't know what they are or how I'm going to achieve them, but I am holding on to His word and promises and at times it gets to me, but I'm looking to Him and praying that He helps me keep my eyes on Him and not my circumstances. Please pray for me as I'm going through all these things. I appreciate and love you all. You are all very helpful, inspiring, and supportive. Thank you all so very much. I feel so blessed that the Lord directed me to this blog years ago. God is good. God is great. God is so good to me. God loves all of us. Praise God. Thank You Jesus.

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    1. dear Janet - praying for all your struggles. God always brings good out of not so good situations. Peace always. KS

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    2. Praying for you dear sister. God is making a way and you will see His Faithfulness through it all.

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    3. Your deep faith will be your guide. Listen for him. Ask for help. Please reach out to reputable organizations in your county. "By their needs you will know them" I have been in your situation and it is important yo keep your light! Soldier on. Great things are coming. God Bless you.

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    4. Thank you Lord for soon revealing the good you have in mind for Janet. Give her strength and courage, guidance and resources to do her part in your plan. Co-labor with God from whom all blessings flow! Bless you, Janet!

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    5. Lord, I know you have not abandoned our sister, Janet, but are right there with her holding her hand and guiding her to a better place. Janet, your perseverance, courage, and trust in our Lord is remarkable. Will keep you in my prayers. Good things ARE coming your way! In Jesus' name, Amen.

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    6. Our precious Janet, we are lifting you up in prayer to the throne of grace. Jesus is with you always and he will turn this into good! We love you!

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    7. My sister Janet , God has heard your prayer , thank goodness He is interested in every single detail of your life , place them at His feet and give thanks to the Lord for He is good and His mercy endures forever!

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    8. Janet --- I pray that the Lord will help you to stand firm on His everlasting foundation He has in you. No matter what whirlwind of attack the enemy sends out against you, I decree it will pass and you will have victory over him. After all that happens to you or around you, you will be left STANDING! "When the whirlwind passes by, the wicked is no more, but the righteous has an everlasting foundation."
      Proverbs 10:25
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    9. Thank you for all your thoughts, prayers, and support. You all are so wonderful and I am very grateful for each and every one of you. Thank You Jesus. Praise His glorious ways!

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    10. Sweet dear Janet, May God in His mercy and love, resolve all your problems. Guide you to someone who can fix your roof and exterminate so the mice will not visit you, and resolve your financial woes. He is the Way Maker. He knows very well how to guide you to a better life. He is your Helper. Keep seeking Him and trusting Him. Don't allow yourself to get discouraged because God is holding you so tight. Rest assured that He is indeed the Risen Lord and above all your problems.

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    11. Janet, how are you these days? Sending out prayers for a check in. ♥️πŸ™

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  27. JC April 2:  "I have promised to meet all your needs according to My glorious riches...Thank Me for troublesome situations; the Peace they can produce far outweighs the trials you endure."

    Wow. LIVING this reality is truly a Godsend. I'm in awe of how well the situation has played out. While I wish my wife had been here, I'm now convinced that God used the pandemic to connect me to staff and patients that I would have never met had the hospitals been in normal operations. There are far too many impactful moments to share, but I will do so in the months ahead as it all plays out.

    I'm now in the BASEMENT period. Good news is: each day in the "shadow of the valley of death" (blood counts are incredibly low) brings me closer to total healing and departure. However, discharge is based solely on achieving certain numbers in blood counts and a functioning immune system so could still be a week or more.

    Am so grateful for all the kind comments. It is amazing, given that for the most part this is a community who exists to help find their way through a devo, and has a bond that amazes all, who post to a blog.

    I will leave you with this for positivity that I got from a get well card. I'm not sick, I'm healing. Godspeed. Amen.

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    1. So glad to hear from you MadFox. It's wonderful to hear that things are going so well. God is Awesome!

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    2. MadFox - God is certainly working through you and in you. Peace and comfort and healing for you. Prayers continue for your recovery. KS

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    3. Keep your positive Spirit, MadFox.... You are winning the battle, and all will be well and You will ,too, May God continue to bless you and put those in your path that need inspiration. Easter Blessings to All our JC Family.

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    4. MadFox, thanks for the update and words. May God bless you with strength and faith each and every day that you travel this journey presented to you. Continued peace and healing. Amen.

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    5. Praise the Lord! So glad to know you're doing well and that many lives have been touched by His heavenly light through you during this trial. "I'm not sick, I'm healing." YES you are! Hallelujah!

      Blessings from France

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    6. Hands clapping, voices cheering, arms are raised in praise for your good report, Mad 🦊! Bless you and your team!

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    7. Truer words were never spoken, MadFox! "You are not sick - you are healing!" My Dear Hub and I are picturing you climbing out of the Basement!

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    8. God IS bringing you thru this, MadFox! Love those words of "I'm not sick, I'm healing"!!! Continued prayers for strength and endurance!

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    9. So grateful to hear that you are doing well Madfox and are helping others. God is so amazing, isn't He?! He takes situations that look so helpless and bad and turns them into good. His sovereignty always amazes me and makes my heart so full of love. You are in the best hands -- where you've been all along. God bless you πŸ™.

      We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose. Romans 8:28

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    10. MadFox--- Just want to Praise The Lord for the magnificent work He is doing in your life! My prayers continue for your complete restoration! With every breath you take, you are taking in the Lord's healing life. Lord, because of our sins you came to the cross and died for us, but it was with those Stripes that we are Healed! HALLELUJAH!!! Great Blessings and Love to you MadFox, and your family. In His Grip of Grace JJ

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    11. MadFox, yes, yes you are not sick; you are healing! We are not alone; God is with us! Rejoicing with all our brothers and sisters in Christ!

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    12. Isn't God so amazing ??? MadFox I want to break into song and dance when I read your post . God promises to never leave us or forsake us ! I can see it in your experience MadFox ! The healing you are about to experience is both spiritual and physical. Let's celebrate God today

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    13. AMEN, Madfox " I'm not sick, I'm healing" i want to remember that and use it for myself. After having the big " C" grab my hand and try to drag me down a path of destruction two times in my life. I don't like the word survive I through the power of the Holy Spirit grew and became stronger in him, through hia abilities. What a blessing to take something the enemy met to destroy us and use it to draw closer to the father and to share his love with others. Madfox my friend this is what you are allowing God to do for you

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    14. Amen You are on the up and up now dear Brother. Remain Hopeful because your loving Father has your back. In Him you are waiting for those blood counts to go up and then you will be released to give thanks and praise His Name and share the good news of His good deeds in your life. I am so encouraged by your post. I believe God is using you to lead so many others to Him by your strong unwavering faith and brave witness. God bless and heal you dear brother.

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  28. Thank-You God that You are Sovereign NOTHING surprises You!! You are over ALL things our trials are small in comparison to Your vastness. Help us Father to be filled with Your Glory help us to TRUST that YOU ARE WORKING ALL THINGS OUT FOR THE GOOD FOR THOSE WHO LOVE YOU! Father You know our needs and YOU HAVE PROMISED TO PROVIDE ACCORDING TO YOUR RICHES FATHER NOT ONLY ARE YOU PROVIDING RIGHT NOW THOUGH I CANNOT SEE YOU ARE PROVIDING GLORIOUS RICHES I KNOW NOTHING ABOUT I THANK YOU AND PRAISE YOU FOR THAT I PRAY YOUR RESURRECTION POWER OVER IT. IN JESUS NAME AMEN πŸ™

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    1. AND GIVE US ABUNDANT PEACE ☮️ IN THE MIDST OF OUR STORM OUR ANCHOR OR ROCK AND OUR REDEEMER πŸ’―♥️πŸ™

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    2. Praying for you sweet Sharon! Amen and Amen. The best is yet to come.

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  29. Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for being the Master Gardener in the garden of my life. Thanks you for planting seeds of peace in my heart. Yes, bless me with a weed free heart! Shrivel those weeds and flourish the peace in my heart that can only be nourished by your living water and light. Amen.

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    1. Love that sweet summary, ABC. In a nutshell, that is exactly what the Master Gardener does to the garden in our hearts. He has some heavy weeding to do in my own. And I can’t wait to see what blossoms. xo

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    2. Thanks ABC , you created a wonderful picture of what we need in our hearts today

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    3. Wonderful prayer dear ABC. Joining right in.
      Father God, Hear our pleas. Help us to weed our heart and separate the wheat from the chaff. Purge us so we may bear more fruit for your glory. Thank you in the Name of Jesus Christ.

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  30. Praying for all of these dear people that as they in trust turn their faces to God, their needs are abundantly met.

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  31. I am having a bad headache praying for healing.

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    1. Praying for healing for you Min Ahadi. May our Lord take your pain away and replace it with great joy. God bless.

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    2. Min Ahadi I pray that our gracious Father has relieved you of this headache already and that you continue on pain free. Enjoy the blessings God has handed you. Don't question the why's or the how's just except it as a free gift because he loves you so much.

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  32. Praying for your bad headache dear Min Ahadi, and for all those who need prayers. Just got back a little while ago from the Good Friday service. Going to a Wake now. I will be praying for all. This is the day to really remember all that Jesus gave to us. Every part of Himself to His last drop of blood out of love for us and obedience to His Father. We are redeemed by the Cross.

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  33. God bless you and keep you all safe. Praying to Jesus Christ to come and touch every single of us here tonight! Amen lord πŸ™

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    1. Amen. We all have weaknesses that need to healed. And paths that need to be straightened. Praying for you dear Woman of God. Let us all touch His garment and be changed, renewed, healed and refreshed.

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    2. Thank you For praying for me. God keep you and bless you!

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  34. I have totally enjoyed Season 1 of "The Chosen" maybe you have too. Season 2 premiers on Easter Sunday, can't wait!
    https://g.co/kgs/wnDKEd

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  35. Thanks Audra. So very busy right now but I'm glad you enjoyed it. When some time frees up, I will check it out. Up late comparing cheesecake recipes to make for my Mom. God bless you dear Audra. Praying your hubby's back is all better.

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  36. Praying for Nikki’s healing and for Terri’s sister in law’s peace of mind and guidance! . And for the relationship of Nikki and her sister to remain strong despite their father’s efforts to separate them. Father, Lead this situation to a good outcome and guide the doctors to find out Nikki’s problem so they can bring her back to perfect health..Trusting in Your power to make all things right. Thank You Jesus. .

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    1. Joining in prayer with you Jeanne πŸ™. May our heavenly Father move and work in their lives. In Jesus name, I pray, Amen.

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  37. Didn't read the posts or devo yet.
    I wanted to post an update on Nikki. Received this from my sil.
    I know it's late and I m sorry, they found one spot in her stomach and were able to clamp it. They believe there are more because of all the blood that was in her stomach. She is still vented. The doctor said right now she is stable. I got to see her and pray for her before I go home.

    Thank you all for your prayers, thank you for being faithful to each of us and especially our Lord.

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    1. Joining warriors Terri in prayer for Nikki, that she will stabilize & begin to heal. Watch over her dear Lord, guide the doctors skills in helping her to conquer this issue. Draw her to You that she may see You as faithful & trustworthy, able to strengthen her & carry her through this. Amen!πŸ™πŸ’•

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    2. Joining as we continue prayers for Nikki and her family. πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™

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    3. Thank you for the update! Continuing to pray for Nikki’s healing. Joining into your prayers and thanking God for His faithfulness..It’s good she is stable after that spot in her stomach was clamped. God is with her!

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  38. Thank you Lord that I am able to sit quietly in this room alone except for You. As I sit here in this stillness, I sense You washing over me, washing through me. Precious Lord, Precious Savior.
    Thank you that You meet me in the garden of my heart, continue O Lord Your work in me, the weeding, the removal of stubborn roots. Remove the seeds of deception, that want to sprout and take root. Feed my Lord the fruit of the Holy Spirit You have planted in me, that when used for Your Glory will bring results that delight Your Heart.
    Speak Lord in the stillness while I wait on Thee:
    " Speak, Lord, in the stillness,
    While I wait on Thee;
    Hushed my heart to listen,
    In expectancy.

    Speak, O blessed Master,
    In this quiet hour;
    Let me see Thy face, Lord,
    Feel Thy touch of power.

    For the words Thou speakest,
    They are life indeed;
    Living bread from heaven,
    Now my spirit feed!

    All to Thee is yielded,
    I am not my own;
    Blissful, glad surrender,
    I am Thine alone.

    Speak, Thy servant heareth,
    Be not silent, Lord;
    Waits my soul upon Thee
    For the quickening word.

    Fill me with the knowledge
    Of Thy glorious will;
    All Thine own good pleasure
    In Thy child fulfill.

    Like a watered garden,
    Full of fragrance rare,
    Lingering in Thy presence,
    Let my life appear."

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  39. Tune: "Speak Lord in the stillness" https://youtu.be/TCU4CFOEjJA

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    1. Thank you brother Peter for sharing this. The devo today speaks volumes to my heart. I love to garden & am so familiar with the language of the Master Gardener. Feeling the sunshine , the breeze, hearing the serenade of songs from the birds, all draw me to meet, talk &, walk with my Jesus. And He does! Everytime, if I tune my spirit to hear His voice. So many life lessons awaits & play out while I tend to my garden. When I've called it a day, for my strength has deminished, in quietness I realize that the Master Gardener has been weeding, pruning, tilling, planting & watering the new growths in the soil of my heart. Love &, blessings to each of youπŸ’•

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    2. Such a beautiful visual, Jan. You tending to your garden, listening and talking with God, being one with Him, one with nature which, again, is God. Makes me wish I had more of a green thumb than I do but, yes, when I take time to be one with Him, how full and at peace I feel. Thanks for sharing this! Blessings to you as well, Jan and all of our JC fam!

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    3. Beautiful lyrics, tune and encouragement, dear Peter! Thank you. Sweet Jan, your words moved me. When I’m gardening I often pray. He is with us in the sweet stillness. I went right into your garden with you. It reminded me of a song I always played at he nursing home. I think it’s called In The Garden:
      I come to the garden alone,
      While the dew is still on the roses,
      And the voice I hear falling on my ear
      The Son of God discloses.
      Refrain:
      And He walks with me, and He talks with me,
      And He tells me I am His own;
      And the joy we share as we tarry there,
      None other has ever known.
      He speaks, and the sound of His voice
      Is so sweet the birds hush their singing,
      And the melody that He gave to me
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  40. To my beloved JCFAMILY --- Standing in the gap for each of your needs and healing. I speak the name of Jesus and Plead the Blood of Jesus over each of your circumstances. I release Your anointing over them that destroys the yoke of darkness. Father God, I Declare over each one that they will want You, Your will, Your way, more than anything else! Let them be DANGEROUS against hell everyday of their lives, by being kind, by doing what is right! By being obedient, they will step into the Extravagance of God! I pray and believe in Jesus' name. AMEN and AMEN.
    Sending bunches of love and blessings to my AWESOME JCFAMILY!!! JJ

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    1. Thankfully receiving your prayer, JJ, our dear sister friend in Christ. Much ❤, Brie

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    2. Thank you dear JJ. So comforting to know your warrior spirit IS standing in the gap for us. Right back at you dear sister! We are a formidable group of warriors. πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™πŸ’•

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    3. Thank you dear JJ. I receive your blessing, love and prayers. Boomeranging them back to you. We love you.

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    4. Amen! Thank you for filling me with that beautiful prayer and blessing, dear JJ!
      You are so special to my heart. Much love to you, sweet sister.

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  41. Received, JJ and passing it forward! God bless you and your strong faith. Love it and you. ♥️πŸ™

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  42. Lord, thank you for this day and your message. Thank you for the trials you send us. Please grant us the wisdom to respond appropriately and thank you each step of the way.

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  43. Love you all, dear ones! May God continue to show you His faithfulness! He helped me today to host my daughter in love’s Baby Shower. All went well because He was in our midst and His Spirit gave me the words to share. So great to see some our our family on zoom. They all seemed to enjoy it. Dear Allie is carrying her baby girl very well. And she and Bryan and her Mom were so full of joy and gratitude! I was so blessed that with God’s help, it all went well. His faithfulness was shining like the sun. Can’t wait to meet my first granddaughter in May! God is so goodπŸ’—πŸ˜ŠπŸ™

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  44. Jesus is telling us He has planted peace in our hearts. The peace that transcends our own understanding. So many people are facing storms, sickness, suffering, and difficult situations. May He wrap a blanket of safety and healing around all His people and comfort, change, and guide their hearts. I’ll be driving home from Brooklyn this morning to sing in Church. Praying He grants us all His traveling mercies too.Thank You dear Jesus.
    Isaiah 41:10
    “fear not, for I am with you;
    be not dismayed, for I am your God;
    I will strengthen you, I will help you,
    I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

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    1. Having problems posting today, will this be posted?:
      John 14:27
      “Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”
      https://youtu.be/AHe_qmo3gX4

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    2. Peace received on this, Palm Sunday! Thank you, Peter!

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    3. Peace to you Peter, I received your post 4 times. Thank you. Peter.

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    4. Thank you dear Peter for adding peace to my day!

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  45. In this age where the value of community is spoken about, written about, even in the NYT….I realize that the Jesus calling family is a very strong community for each of us. We are all there for each other in a powerful and life giving way. I give thanks for each of you and our prayers for each other.

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    1. Thanks dear Ellen! Amen to that!

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  46. Amen, Ellen! Well said (written πŸ˜‰) ♥️

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  47. I am blessed that I have my dear grandson, Gabriel for a sleepover. Very precious time. God is so good! Rest well. God is on the Night Watch πŸ’—πŸ™πŸ˜Š

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  48. JC Wording: "Thank Me for troublesome situations; the Peace they can produce far outweighs the trials you endure."

    I love the way this is translated and believe it to be true. While in the middle of a "trial", tragedy, life-changing health event or even a professional set-back, it has been my experience, and that of others here, that God provides peace to us in amazing and wonderful ways. Through our personal faith valleys, God still reigns with LOVE and mercy. Amen.

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    1. So so true dear MadFox, so true. The key is to believe! His disciples asked Him in the midst of trouble, " what do we do now?" Jesus answered, " believe". So simple yet elusive to us. Why is that?

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    2. Amen. I know this to be true as well. During one of the trials in my early 20’s, my brother’s death, I felt His peace like a physical blanket being placed upon me. Thankful for His peace, His presence, and His Hand upon me throughout my life. Today is my birthday and I am truly grateful for every year He has given me.

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    3. Have a Blessedly Happy Birthday Websister πŸŽ‚. We're glad you are here.

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    4. Happy birthday Websister! Be blanketed in HIS PEACE!

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    5. Happy birthday, Websister. Feel His warmth as he wraps his loving arms around you. We are glad you're here!

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  49. I loved that sentence too and before I even read your post, I had copied it to say we must rejoice in the trials and tribulations because God brings good out of them and draws us closer to Him. I know you really understand that, my dear brother. His Peace is always there, no matter the circumstances. Amen! Through every valley time, God always wins because He still reigns with Love and Mercy!

    Philippians 4:11-13
    Not that I speak in regard to need, for I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content: I know how to be abased, and I know how to abound. Everywhere and in all things I have learned both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

    Romans 5:1-5
    Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope. Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us.

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  50. Very filling breakfast. Nourishment for my soul❤️πŸ™Œ

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    1. I am feasting with you Jan gridley. YUMMM!
      How is DH?

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  51. I am praying about the weeds that grow and strangle the peace in my heart. Lord, please shine your Light on them as I focus on You this morning.

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    1. I am kneeling in prayer right beside you, Sophie. Praying that my weeds, like a thick, twisted, gnarly grapevine, will produce the finest fruit for choice wine, and all for the Glory of God. I'm not there yet, but I'm on my way! In Jesus' Name. AMEN!

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    3. Praying with you that God will clear out every weed and anything in your life and our lives that threaten to separate us from the love and peace of God. Yes dear Brie, You spoke well and you made me smile! We need to remain in the bright SONLIGHT so we'll blossom and flourish in every area of our lives, and our good fruit will be more glory to our Creator. He is the One Who Holds Our Futures. In Him We Are Made Complete. Thank You Jesus.

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    4. Oh, I Heard It Through The Grapevine that Grapevines do best with full Son - about 7 or 8 hours per day. Less SONlight leads to lower fruit production, poorer fruit quality, increased powdery mildew, and fruit rot. Roots must grow deep to produce good fruit of enduring value! Continual drainage and continual weeding of non essentials is essential.
      Some detrimental non essentials to choice wine production are pride, worry, selfishness, unbelief.
      Dear Heavenly Father Godener, Thank You for working to rid our heart of those weeds.
      May we share Your First Miracle and Your Peace, that this world can never give.
      In Jesus Name. AMEN!

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    5. Father Godener, Please remove all my weeds so I can be a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bears abundant fruit for you, and please keep my leaves from withering. You are my strength, my song, and my salvation.

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  53. I say, Goodnight and God Bless Dear JC Family!
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1UzfuxpiMQ

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  54. What a wonderful gift you gave us when you shared that amazing song! The pianist was so very talented and all the music and the lyrics were so beautiful. What Glory to God! It moved me to my soul! Goodnight and sweet dreams. Let us rest while our Good Shepherd looks after us.

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