I designed you to live in union with Me. This union does not negate who you are; it actually makes you more fully yourself. When you try to live independently of Me, you experience emptiness and dissatisfaction. You may gain the whole world and yet lose everything that really counts.
Find fulfillment through living close to Me, yielding to Me purposes for you. Through I may lead you along paths that feel alien to you, trust that I know what I am doing. If you follow Me wholeheartedly, you will discover facets of yourself that were previously hidden. I know you intimately--far better than you know yourself. In union with Me, you are complete. In closeness to Me, you are transformed more and more into the one I designed you to be.
Mark 8:36
English Standard Version
For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?
Verse thoughts
Our fulfillment is through living close to Jesus, not living close to the world. It is not the world and Jesus. It should not be that we seek to be the greatest in the world, and then, oh yeah, I also am with Jesus. We can't serve two master.
Psalm 139:13-16
English Standard Version
13 For you formed my inward parts;
you knitted me together in my mother's womb.
14 I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.
Wonderful are your works;
my soul knows it very well.
15 My frame was not hidden from you,
when I was being made in secret,
intricately woven in the depths of the earth.
16 Your eyes saw my unformed substance;
in your book were written, every one of them,
the days that were formed for me,
when as yet there was none of them.
you knitted me together in my mother's womb.
14 I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made.
Wonderful are your works;
my soul knows it very well.
15 My frame was not hidden from you,
when I was being made in secret,
intricately woven in the depths of the earth.
16 Your eyes saw my unformed substance;
in your book were written, every one of them,
the days that were formed for me,
when as yet there was none of them.
Verse thoughts
God knows us better than we know ourselves.
2 Corinthians 3:17-18
English Standard Version
17 Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. 18 And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit.
Verse thoughts
Each day my ambition should be to deny myself and let Christ live in me. My goal is to be designed by the Lord and the Spirit will do this, but I must let him. "Lord, I surrender to you."
Note: The devotion and scriptures are from author Sarah Young. If you haven't already, please purchase the book and support the author.
Also, bookmark https://bibletags.blogspot.com/2019/06/jesus-calling-366-days.html to have an easy link to the entire year of these entries.
I like your comments on the scripture verses. I hope you will continue on all the future devotions.
ReplyDeleteThank you Lord for this encouraging blog. I pray my life will always bring honor and glory to you, that my life will reflect the beauty of JESUS.
ReplyDeleteTeach me to love You, 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.
Thank you for your kind words. Glory to God.
DeleteWe thank you for your blog. It is one of the first devotions I read every day. Don't ever stop.
DeleteAmen! This blog has been such a blessing and a lifeline. I read it every morning. Thank you all for uplifting, encouraging and praying for one another.
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Yes our Sassy Mom, your life and your posts always bring honor and glory to God, while reflecting the beauty of JESUS.
DeleteHeartfelt thanks to God for you and our entire JC Family.
Amen! Thank you! It means so much to me to come here to start my day in Christ with all my family here.
DeleteThank you. I have been reading for almost 3 years. I don’t know what I would do without it, on some days! I send it to my Daughter’s, friends, family members…whoever needs it. By reading this one thing, every morning, my faith is at an all-time high. Getting my head in the right place, before I start the day has been crucial to my life, and everyone around me. It has not always been so.🙏
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DeleteJust Me September 16, 2018 at 3:00 AM Thank you for your blog. I have this book and delight in it but right now I'm in the middle of moving and have not found it yet. It's part of my 3 favorite morning devotions. Thank you again for making it available!!!
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ReplyDeleteUnknown unknown, I've read all your post from 2018 and sincerely pray that you've found peace with God, trusting in Him and in a far better situation this 2019. Covering you and believing that all is well in Jesus name.
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unknown unknown - I also have read your posts and pray for you continually. The good Lord does amazing things and will give you comfort and peace. Our entire JC family prays for you. KS
DeleteGod knows ourselves even better than we know ourselves. So true and such a blessing to know that He knows our inner feelings. Things we don't share with anyone. He knows the inside instead of the the outside. I lost a good friend to cancer and she asked me to find this verse in the Bible for her: Psalm 139:13 For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother's womb. She had ovarian cancer and she loved Jesus. She knew He had created her. She was never afraid to go Home to Him. She passed peacefully many years ago. We are blessed that our Maker is always with us continually molding us according to His image. He sees us in a way we couldn't possibly see ourselves and with so much love.
DeleteThank God we serve God who knows us better than we know ourselves and He is changing us into His image !
DeleteIndeed! Thank you Father, I am beautifully and wonderfully made.
DeleteGood morning Lord, Your faithfulness, accompanied by Your Grace and mercy have ushered me into a new day. I say THANK You and may this day be one of praise and Glory Your Holy name.
ReplyDeleteThis morning, I testify to the glory of God, acknowledging His repeated faithfulness to me. Last weekend I got a surprise visit by my 2 sisters from TN whom we have been estranged. As I mentioned sometime back, so was my mother and I. There had been so much family hurt and pain, but God healed and restored my communication with my mom and she is now back under my care, which I am thankful to God for. My sisters through the move of God, contacted a local family Pastor to bring them to my house because they wanted to apologize for all the wrong and love for us to move forward in peace! As you can imagine, this was a delight to my mother who has been praying for a long time, but God had His perfect plan at His appointed time. The details of how He orchestrated it is beyond me, but yet I'm just amazed at how faithful and loving He is ALL the time. I've learned to fight all my battles on my knees to win with God's help.
I have no doubt that He is also working in and through my mom to receive HIS Son as her Saviour and give Him all the Thanks. Praise to the KING of kings!
Whatever your situation is with your family, be assured that just as He did it for me, trust that He will do it for you also!
JC family. I noticed in the past few devotions (days 13, 14 and 15), the Lord's emphasis on resting in Him and living close to Him.
The Father's desires and plans for our lives are far more greater than we will ever know. This Love of God towards us, is beyond human understanding, but we are wise to receive it without trying to live independently of Him. God knows us and all He asks of us, is trust and have a close relationship with Him. As we surrender to Him, no matter what paths or circumstances He allows us to go through, we can trust that He knows exactly what He is doing. He's God after all!
That surrender and trust will allow us to be transformed into who He created us to be, so as you go about your day today, I pray that the Holy Spirit of the Living God, transform your mind, body and soul and saturate you with His perfect peace that ONLY He can provide.
Lifting ALL the heavy burdens to Jesus with trust in His power to take care of each.
Stay close to the SAVIOUR, He NEVER disappoints.
Maplewood,
DeleteWhat a wonderful story to read as I wake up this morning. I am so glad to hear that God has brought your sisters back into your life. He works in mysterious and wonderful ways. I pray that this is the beginning of a renewed relationship with your whole family.
Lord thank you for making this family whole once again. Today is a good day! Amen.
Maplewood - Wow! so happy for your sisters reunion. The Lord is truly amazing. KS
DeleteMaplewood - Rejoicing with you for the God of restoration.
DeleteAmen! Praise be to God! Reading your post reminds me to never give up hope.Jesus, I trust in You. CO
DeleteMaplewood - I read and re-read your comments. You are such an encouragement to me and to others. God is truly working through you. Thank you and God bless you.
DeleteWonderful Maplewood. Praising God for bringing your sisters back to you and making things right again. God's spirit were putting repentence in their heart and hope for a future good relationship with you. What a blessing and a great reason to rejoice.
DeleteToday, I am trying to let go and let Him. Busy morning with groceries and a mirror that fell, but thankfully didn't break. God guided me to finding a strong thick cord. I replaced the rope on the inside so it will not break again. God is with me and always by my side. But in my humanity, I sometimes I jump right into my responsibilities without holding His Hand. When I acknowledge Him in even the most trivial chores, they always go much better. His Spirit leads and instructs me all the time. His presence lifts me and guides me as I do my TO DOS (Thanks Brie), Today I am surrendering to Him and giving Him my reins. I know it will be a bright and productive day to His glory.
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DeleteDear Anonymous, thank you for sharing your testimony on how our Lord restored your relationship with your mom and your sisters. It gave me hope that just as He did it for you, I trust that He will do it for me also. It’s been a few years now since our son has stopped talking to us. There’s never a day that I didn’t plead with God to restore and fill my son’s heart with forgiveness. I choose to trust God that He’s working on it, even if I don’t understand why it’s taking so long. It’s His timetable not mine. Please pray with me and for me to wait patiently. God bless you and everyone who visits this blog 🙏🏼❤️
DeleteThank you for sharing the beautiful testimony Maplewood of you, your sisters and your mom. Praise be to God. I also have been praying for healing, restoration, forgiveness, love, peace and joy with my sister, mom and I and for my dear husband and his brother. Our God Is the healer of Family hurt and pain. I surrender to you Father God, Jesus and Holy Spirit. I’m lifting up each of our JC family and ALL prayer requests both written and not. Love, blessings and prayers from
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What a blessed opportunity to read this post from MapleWood again this year! Praying that God's plan for your life has brought you and those you connect with much joy.
DeleteWith a grateful heart and tears streaming down my face shamelessly on my way to work, I say THANK you my JC family for Praising God with me. I appreciate you all very much and blessed to know that we are blessings to each other. We overcome by words of our testimonies!
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Peace, love and blessings to all. Thank You family, God bless you tremendously.
Maplewood NJ
Our cup runneth over..thank you Jesus for all you do for us.
DeleteYou are such a Sweetheart! If I was with you I'd hug you right now!!
DeleteI’m sending Love and hugs sweet sister Maplewood 🙏❤️🙏
DeleteJoining you in prayers of thanksgiving for JC Family.
ReplyDeleteA BIG AMEN to "Forgiveness is 1 of God's key commands for our entry into Heaven." God bless you Maplewood.
Please pray comforting prayers for Barbara, a friend and neighbor who became a widow this year,forced to sell her home, give up internet and cell phone. Yesterday she cried when the realtor put For Sale sign in her yard.
ReplyDeleteGod of wonders and God of grace, we come together believing and trusting you for Barbara's current temporary situation. We say 'temporary because we know that this season of mishaps will pass away and restoration and renewal will find her in Your perfect timing. Please grant her peace and rest in Your words while she waits and turn her mourning into dancing as ONLY You can.
DeleteThank You for neighbors like Sassy Mom! May we all be our neighbors keepers.
Thanks You Father.
Maplewood, NJ
Update on my friend Barbara - Her sister helped her pack and store things in her garage, not knowing it would take this long. One year later, her house recently sold.
DeleteI neglected to mention, Barbara is a BELIEVER!!!
ReplyDeleteThank God for All of your comments. They are so comforting. Surely God is able.. Just lean on Him. Blessings
ReplyDeletePrayers for Barbara, Sassy Mom! Very difficult feelings to deal with in the present storms of life. Praise God for her to be a believer. May she feel the love and prayers from all of us.
ReplyDeletePlease pray for my sister and brother-in-law. They are awaiting a verdict through the Courts to receive permanent custody of a foster child whom they have had with them for 3 years. They were to have a ruling a week ago, and heard today, the Court will now make the decision next week. It has been a rough road, but they are also believers. Jesus, I trust in You.
Peace and blessings to all on here. Amen. CO
Praying God's comfort and will for your loved ones and foster child while waiting the verdict.
DeleteI was looking back at some of the posts made days before God put me on the path to sobriety. I was struck by the out pooring of support and all the words of encouragement "You got this!" "You can do it!" and relating your own experiences with me. The love and faith shared with me is amazing! I saw some posts that I must have missed in my drunken haze. I'm so glad I looked back at these. Also, seing my own desperate pleas for help was a good reminder for me too. I'm still only at the beginning of this way of life but my faith increases every day. Some days are more challenging than others. Still it's so much better than it was. Thank you all very much! Today I am praying for another man who has suffered a long time from alcoholism. Please join me in prayers for Richard that God may help him to break the cycle and find some peace through His love and power. Thank you all and God bless you.
ReplyDeletezfuntastic - You have walked in Richard's shoes and can be an encouragement to him. Continued prayers for you and Richard.
DeleteSassy Mom - I feel I owe you a special thanks for your positive feedback when you see me heading in the direction. My heart swells with joy when I read your kudos. Sometimes I read them over and over just because it feels so good. Especially when you shout them out! THANK YOU! :)
DeleteMany have tried with Richard. Most have given up on him. He seems to fall into that "hopeless" category. Time and time again he says he wants to change but comes back to meetings drunk behaving disorderly sometimes having to be removed. It's so sad. I'm sure only a miracle by the grace of Gods will save him. Thanks for your prayers.
I need a miracle
DeleteSome healing for my heart
I need a revelation
A brand new start
I want simplicity
Where I can rest
But I need a miracle to put my past to death
I know You want my heart
My bruises and my scars
I'm coming as I am
The only way I can
I can't forget from where I've come
And what my heart's been rescued from
Yeah when they ask me who
I owe my whole life to
I point to You
I point to You
That was just beautiful Brie! We all carry scars in our hearts and sins in our past with us but we have been made anew and that means every sin has been forgiven and we are beautiful to behold through the Eyes of our dear Father. Amen! He has rescued us and we owe our whole lives to Him. We trust Him above all, and stake our very lives on the truthfulness of His Words and Promises.
DeleteThanks Brie! More good food to chew on.
It encourages me to see God’s healing in you Zfuntastic. It inspires hope!
DeleteBrie- I love that song!! Thank you for connecting it here.
Zfuntastic, You are always in my prayers and I’m so happy you are walking on the straight road of sobriety. God is helping you to withstand temptation so look to Him for hell and all joy and peace in believing. We are always here for you. You’re doing well and trying your best to be a good father and a good man of faith. God bless you and your family in all things.
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Thank you all for sharing your stories and prayer requests. I always try to make time to keep up with the daily posts. Today Maplewood's post will have to wait for me to read it until I get into the hotel room. I'm reading in the restaurant and don't want to start crying here! I read enough to know its been a long road and its for God's glory.
ReplyDeleteAs for me, I am in a season of learning that God alone suffices. Also I know I am to share what I am learning. Today, I did something interesting. After I read each line of the devotional, I repeated, "God alone suffices". For me, it added depth to what is already deep.
I pray that He continues to reveal Himself and His love and Grace to all that visit and all that are at home here.
You are loved!
Amen, Keith. It's amazing to witness His power when we surrender ourselves and let Him work. I'm still a work in progress, learning day by day to keep God as my center. I find that He's training me in how to think, forgive, and love others as He loves me...unconditionally. It's not always easy, but so worth it in the end. All I had to do was ask! "Lord, change me, fix me, heal me" AND He did. Thank you, Father God, for Your everpresent mercy and grace. You are enough, Lord. In You, I am complete.
DeleteMay You all feel His love, mercy and grace today, and know that you are a child of the Most High God. God be with you all.
Blessings from California
Amen Keith and Rose!! I am also in a season of learning that our God is enough and nothing can shake our world since we're standing on the Cornerstone that is absolutely immovable. I am going through some good changes. I'm shifting from one talent to another. Putting one aside to work on the other. It is difficult because they both mean so much to me. God is guiding my days and even reminding me to be still throughout the day and know that He is God. Praying for you both today to heal you of your weaknesses and bless you in all things. He is the Author of your lives and I believe your next chapters will be so sweet.
DeletePraying you well Keith!
DeleteGod be with you and keep you.
Maplewood NJ
Prayers for sweet new chapters for all!
DeleteTHOUGHTS ON INTIMACY WITH OUR LORD
ReplyDeleteWhen you set up a 'date' with that person you are going to meet somewhere, sometime, why do you do that? Why do they respond and want to do so as well? Is it not because of a deep love you have for each other? And in holding a deep love within for someone, that love both needs to be shared and needs to be received. So you come together to love and to be loved. It is who we are made in the divine image.
Why has God called you to this time with Him? Yes, this is His idea, not a good work on our behalf. Because like any good parent who desires to be with his/her child to share love, our Heavenly Father wants to be with you, His child to both share His love for you and receive your love for Him. It is a two way street as the 'date' with someone special mentioned above. It cannot be one sided, that is not a healthy relationship. It flows both ways. We come to our devotion time to hear and feel again God's love for us. We come to our devotion time because God needs to be loved by us. God needs? Doesn't God have everything and needs nothing? Yes, God has everything but there is one thing God does need, our love. If God is love as the scriptures affirm, God needs to love and needs to be loved. That is why God has through the Holy Spirit prompted your heart to enter into this time of devotion with Him. God needs to be loved by you (and it goes without saying, you need to be loved by God).
So how do we begin? What words should we start with? It is suggested that as we begin this time in devotion, our first response should be to say nothing; rather, to sit quietly for a few moments. In so doing, our first task is likely to cleanse our mind from the 'morning demons', yesterday's worries that seek to return to upset the moment. Sometimes this can be easily done, some times it is much more challenging, especially when we have let worries and anxieties get our attention. So begin by expelling the demons and drawing in the love of God that fills this moment. Breathing can be used effectively in this process. Begin by taking deep breaths. Breath in the oxygen God has created in the air so you can be alive, it is a gift to you because of His love for you. Breath in God's love for you. Blow out the carbon dioxide that is a byproduct of the respiratory system He created within you. It is harmful to your health. From a spiritual perspective, blow out the 'morning demons' for they are harmful to this loving encounter that you are entering into with the Lover of your soul. Spend a few moments doing this before you read anything. Two people on a 'date' may sit quietly just to enjoy the other's presence. Start by sitting quietly with our Lord, enjoying His presence and allowing Him to enjoy your presence.
Blessings upon each of you that have visited this blog today. God be with you this day and always. With love, Bob
Granny went to bed too early; my little rascals tire me out. Thank you Jesus for all my blessings. Here I am reading on intimacy with our lord. Thank you brother Bob. I lay here quietly and feel my Savior Jesus waiting patiently for me for us. Every breath I take is yours sweet Jesus. I can only imagine how great that day will be..eternal bliss with Jesus. Thank you Lord for forgiving me in all the ways I fail you. I love you.
DeleteThank you Bob for the continued series. There are so many lessons I find about what God does for us and not many on how God wants our love and how we can Love God. I really appreciate being shown this perspective and will learn from your words. God be with you as well. And thank you for your giving efforts for all of us that come here. Love, Kathy
DeleteThank you Bob! I echo Kathy! I am learning so much from this series of lessons!! My 'dates' with Jesus have been enriched by your loving teachings!! God Bless our JC family!!
DeleteAmen Bob! I too echo the comments above. We are so blessed by your suggestions and so is God!
DeleteMay the Good Lord bless you and all the JC family abundantly!
Blessings from France
I echo the grateful sentiments that have been expressed by the others about your recent teachings, Bob.
DeleteI struggle in general with focus issues and sadly this impacts my relationship with God as well as my everyday life interactions. Your suggestions may help with this problem. Blessings to all this day.
Thank you Bob, and everyone, for engaging in this blog. These dates lead to engagement and I'm looking forward oh so much to the wedding feast with y'all!!!
DeleteThank you Bob!
DeleteThank you, Bob, for your continued guidance. Today's post is beautiful! It touched and blessed my heart deeply and in so many ways. (tears) Looking forward to putting this one into practice on a daily basis. God bless you and your loved ones abundantly.
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Thank you bday twin brother, when the devil tried to steal your time away from God, You've got to shake and cast him off and bounce right back in the arms of Jesus and the Word!! God is too good and faithful for us not to be grateful to HIM and spend time alone with. When we start with Him, day goes well and we end well!
DeleteThere are lots of lessons from your insights to be grasp and applied, thanks for sharing each day.
God bless and continue to use you for His glory!
Maplewood NJ
Bob, I'm sitting hear breathing in and out and smiling because as I am blessed to be in the presence of God, He is also blessed to be with me. As I feel loved by Him in such an absolute way, and tell Him how much I love Him, it is a beautiful happening. What an extraordinary experience to feel that God truly is thrilled to be with me as much as I am to be with Him. Thanks dear Brother! You have opened up a new door for me. What a perfect date to have with the One who loves me more than anyone else could!
DeleteThis year's felt like four seasons of winter
ReplyDeleteAnd you'd give anything to feel the sun
Always reaching, always climbing
Always second guessing the timing
But God has a plan, a purpose in this
You are His child and don't you forget
CHORUS:
He put that hunger in your heart
He put that fire in your soul
His love is the reason
To keep on believing
When you feel like giving up
When you feel like giving in
His love is the reason
To keep on believing
If we could pull back the curtain of Heaven
We would see His hand in everything
In Every hour, every minute, every second
He's always been in it
Don't let a shadow of a doubt take hold
Hold on to what you already know
(CHORUS)
He's the peace in the madness
That you can't explain
He's the hope in the heartbreak
The rest in the suffering
He's closer than the air you breathe
From the start, to the end, to the in-between
Don't you dare doubt even for a minute
What He started in you
Yeah, He's gonna finish
(CHORUS)
Love, LOVE this song!! ;) humming away....
DeleteWhat is the name of the song, Brie?
Delete"Reason" by Unspoken...such a great song! Thanks, Brie, for posting!
DeleteLOL! I am rejoicing and singing along with you Brie!!
DeleteThe joy of the Lord is my strength today!
Maplewood NJ
Got it blaring from my speakers! What an awesome song, Brie! Thanks so very much. I saved the words too! I just love it!
DeleteTee! Hee! The song had me snagged at "This year felt like four seasons of winter"!
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Good Morning to my JC Family. I have been on a whirlwind since last weekend and though I've read and enjoyed, posting has become so difficult. It takes me at least 3-4 times to be able to post. Is anyone else having this problem?
ReplyDeleteBob, your studies and sharing have encouraged me to go deeper in my 'quiet time,' and devotional time with my Father. I have my 'morning routine,' that I've had for years and it carries on throughout the day. I didn't realize how much I am constantly fellowshipping with my Father, Lord and Savior, until you became intentional about it with your studies.
Yesterday, I veered away from my 'routine,' but not in a good way. I was so tired that I let myself sleep in. For me on a weekday, this means I slept until 8:00 and I am usually up between 5:30-6. I still read, prayed with my hubby and started my day but I felt 'off' all day long and still, so tired. When I got in bed last night I thanked my Father that my sleep would be sound and I'd wake up ready to go. I pray for all of my loved ones as I drift off and in the morning, while waking up - God is who I talk to.
We are having a Family Dinner this coming Sunday to celebrate my first born's 40th birthday. My planning is intentional, focused and my goal is to bless each of our offspring and their families. Based on your studies, Bob, I see that this is also the way I start each day and I've honestly never thought about it before.
Praying that each of you have a blessed day. I will be reading throughout the day and praying intentionally.
Brie, I watched War Room recently and I love that you have one! I have post its and notes around my desk, but to have a specific room is so fun to think about.
God Bless!
Dear Norah, I once was asked if I ever miss a devotional time in the AM and if I do, do I feel guilty (it may be obvious from what church tradition this person was coming from). I responded, "No, I don't feel guilty but I did just miss a time with my best Friend. I guarantee you, I will not miss it the next day." Sometimes it is necessary to sleep in for the body is crying out rest because we have over extended our self. Sometimes it is helpful to go to bed earlier. God be with you.
DeleteNorah, I too love the movie War Room and I watched again with my Mom who loved it too! Hope you have a wonderful celebration. My oldest son is almost 39 and I know you understand it is such a blessing to see how they have grown into good men of faith and integrity. My son and his wife are in Santa Monica and I just pray the air gets clean so they can breathe outside. God knows your heart and how much you love Him. He also knows when you need rest and sometimes tells you to Stay Put and rest more. I always wake up with thanksgiving on my lips, praising Him for the light I see and the new day He prepared. We are blessed to be of one accord, Sister. Have a blessed day.
DeleteThank you, Bob...look forward to your thoughts and guidance. Blessings to all.
ReplyDeleteAll I need is the air that I breathe, and to love You.
ReplyDeleteBrie, I love how lyrics of songs pop into my head in response to the ones you share. Keep on keepin' on! 🤗🎶🎚️🎹🎵♥️
The same thing happens to me, Audra. Music is so powerful. Through music, lyrics wrap themselves around our mind in a way greater than any form of memorization can do. Many times it even makes me smile. God be with you.
DeleteThis is the day the Lord has made, and I will rejoice and be glad in it!
ReplyDeleteOh Loving Heavenly Father, THANK YOU for another day to glorify Your Holy name. This time last year, I testified to Your glory for restoring my family! Thank You for my mom, siblings and family!
Satan tried to stop me today, but he failed (LOL)!! I’ve come back to say thank You again dear Lord. What good works You start in us, You always complete! Thank You! This journey called life is not easy to walk, but fixing and keeping our eyes on You, makes it smooth sailing even if the sea roar and the current is unbearable. You are an AMAZING, AWESOME, WONDERFUL GOD and FATHER! A God of Love, Peace, Unity, Restoration and so much more! A God who cares when we hurt, a God who mends the broken hearted and gives beauty for ashes, joy for mourning and a garment of Praise for the spirit of despair! That is who You are! Thank You for knowing EVERYTHING about me, thank You for designing me to live in union with You. Thank You for the amazing plans You have for the remaining of my life on this earth! Thank You for my purpose and for calling me to live dependently of You. I know that in You, there is fullness of joy and I receive that today in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Blessings and Peace.
Maplewood, NJ
Amen! Amen! And Amen!
DeleteGuess I responded to your post of last year when I said I was so thankful that your sisters were brought back to you in love. Amen We are so grateful for all of God's good work in us and in our lives. Grateful fir everything He is to us!!! That word: "fullness" means so much to me. To have fullness of joy and peace in Him is enough to fill my heart to bursting. I will not understand until I am face to face with Him. But I am only made complete in Him and am nothing without Him. With Him I can do all things and even more. Thank you Jesus!
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ACTS 8: 26
As for Philip, an Angel owned by The Lord said to him, "Go over to and follow the road that leads from Jerusalem through the Gaza Desert, arriving around noon." So he did!
MY PRAYER FOR US:
My permanent resident coastal friends always know of a local path to the best part of the beach, and when I follow it, I arrive at a prime beach location barely dotted with local people and no tourists! Following Jesus also involves a less populated ambiguous path where our steps are more hopeful than sure. But His path less taken has advantages. We get to view God's creation as wild and free. Without all the noise, clamor and clutter, we hear His Voice more easily. His path gives us quiet solitude with Him. We know our Owner is leading us. We know we are safe in His Hands. Each member of our JC Family is following His lead down a path least traveled because we choose to follow Him.
Dear Heavenly Father God,
You lead the Only Way and Truth to Eternal Life. We choose to follow Your Path. Yes! You Lead. We follow. We Love and Rejoice in unison. Would You help me and each member of our JC Family continue following You? I ask. I pray. I thank. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
🎶 I Love Him, I love Him, I love Him
DeleteAnd where He goes I'll follow, I'll follow, I'll follow
I will follow Him, follow Him wherever He may go
There isn't an ocean too deep
A mountain so high it can keep me away
I must follow Him (follow Him), ever since He touched my hand I knew
That near Him I always must be
And nothing can keep Him from me
He is my destiny (destiny)
I love Him, I love Him, I love Him
And where He goes I'll follow, I'll follow, I'll follow
He'll always be my true love, my true love, my true love
From now until forever, forever, forever
I will follow Him (follow him), follow Him wherever He may lead...
Thank Brie! I'm following after His lead! By the way, I really that old song and sing it often!! Love you too!
DeleteYeah! Jeanne. I can hardly wait to meet you on His best beach of love, rejoicing, unison and a bonfire!
DeleteWhat a sweet reunion that will be! We’ll be dancing and singing together for sure!
DeleteA year later and I am still praying to find fulfillment through living close to You, yielding to Your purposes for me especially when they differ from what I want for me, myself, and i. Though You are leading me along paths that feel alien, please increase my trust that You know what You are doing, and help me to follow You wholeheartedly. I ask. I seek. I knock. I praise. I thank. I yield. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
DeletePrayers for being led as you are, Brie.🙏
DeleteI am also praying for God's Holy Spirit to make me a harmonious follower with every person, (including me, myself & i) place, and thing I meet along His paths, both alien and home.
DeleteSame Prayer again this year.
DeleteSame prayer. Different year.
DeleteGood day pray-ers in the war room! In addition to all other's requests, please add mine for b9 results from 2 biopsies taken yesterday on my ear and face. Awaiting results, therein lies the possibility of a miracle. No matter the results, I trust Jesus as the ultimate healer and designer of my life, he knows what I can handle. He blesses those that touch me. In Jesus'name I pray for myself and others. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI'm here, now, and praying for you our dear sweet sister friend in Christ, Audra. B-9 has been marked on my prayer Bingo card, and it has your name on it.
DeleteLord you are famous for Your Miracles, far more than anyone, anywhere. I pray you hurl one of Your Miracles to Audra, and bless all those who touch her, or even glance in her direction. I ask. I seek. I knock. I praise. I thank. I yield. In Jesus' Name. Amen!
Audra, how is Mark's knee healing? I am still praying for your husband-patient and his wife's- patience. Love you.
Father, please grant benign results on both biopsies for Audra. May Your healing hand be upon her. In Jesus name, I pray, Amen. God bless.
DeleteAmen and amen praying in agreement for you Audra health and wellbeing in Jesus name
DeleteAdding my prayers to our way maker miracle worker Abba Father! ❤️
DeleteThank you, Father, that Audra will hear the word "benign"! In Jesus' great name, amen!
DeletePraying for you, Audra. May it all be benign and God give you great comfort and peace as he heals your anxious heart awaiting the results. ❤️
DeleteAdding my prayers dear sister in Christ. Waiting is hard. You're a good faithful follower of Christ. God Bless
DeleteDear Audra! Joining prayers for results to be benign on both biopsies and your peace of mind while you’re waiting. God is holding you tight in His love. Thank You Jesus!
DeleteRest in Him dear sister.
A year later, one was, one wasn't. They surgery on the ear was a big challenge in recovery for me, but not for God. All is well, and a good 6 month follow-up at the dermatologist yesterday. Thank you God, no cutting this visit! ♥️🙏✝️
DeleteUpdate on Keith's Cardiology appointment~
ReplyDeleteThank you Jeanne, Min Ahadi, Janet, Grace Takes Time, Jan Gridley, Maplewood NJ, Kathy, Audra, TERRI and all who are praying, have prayed, or will pray.
Doctor was thorough, listened, and answered all questions and concerns. He ordered more tests including more bloodwork, a Holter Monitor, and referred us back to Keith's Neurologist to rule out seizures. Thanks again JC Family of prayer Warriors. Love you. More later.
Glad to hear everything is going okay and is in progress. May our Father's healing hand be upon Keith. In Jesus name, I pray, Amen. Peace be with you.
DeletePraise God that he gave the doctor ears to hear and wisdom to know what to do.
DeleteThank you so much for the update. ❤️ How is Keith feeling?
DeleteSounds like Keith is in good hands and there is a good plan in place, Brie. Feeling heard from a practitioner is so needed and appreciated! Thanks for letting us know. Continued prayers for answers for Keith! In Jesus' name, amen!
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DeleteThank you for the update on Keith. The Lord goes before us to all future appointments. God Bless
DeleteKeith is getting carefully monitored and thoroughly tested. Our prayers are already being answered. God is guiding the doctor to his course of action and treatment. Keith is in good Hands.
DeleteWhat a difference 2 years make. Keith has since had a pacemaker defibrillator inserted and then discharged to hospice by this same Cardiologist, who said, there is nothing more he can do for Keith, whose heart is operating at 15%. Gut punch bummer but we are thankful for a good God Who always Heals us, and never discharges us, no matter what. In Jesus' Name. AMEN!
DeletePS And thank You Lord for You always Raise Me Up so I can stand on boulders and walk on stormy beaches, even when the world's killer waves, undertows, lightening strikes, and rip currents knock us down on our knees, we are strong. We are on Your Shoulders. In Jesus' Name. AMEN!
DeleteAmen! He is our strength!
DeleteAnd do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God. (Romans 12:2). Therefore put to death your members which are on the earth: fornication, uncleanness, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. (Colossians 3:5). Now may the Lord direct your hearts into the love of God and into the patience of Christ. (2 Thessalonians 3:5).
ReplyDeleteHeavenly Father, thank You for all You do and all You are. Thank You for the guidance and direction You provide in my life. Help me to follow Your leading with a joyful heart and willing spirit. I praise You Lord always. Thank You Jesus. In Jesus name, I pray, Amen.
Joining in you in prayer dear Janet. Please oh Lord continue to look after my sister Janet. Meet her needs for this day, for tomorrow is not yet ours & yesterday has passed on. Hear her prayer & answer her according to Your will & good pleasure. Amen.
DeleteJumping in with my "ditto" what our dear sister Jan Gridley said.
DeleteAmen Janet! Amen Jan!
DeleteJanet your prayer is mine also. Lord please help us to allow you to live through us this day and every day. Lord in the midst of all the turmoil around us please help us to cling to your peace and have joy that is only found in you. Thank you and praise your holy name! In Jesus name amen.
ReplyDeleteAmen. Praise Your Holy Name. Hallelujah! Bless you Dear sister.
DeletePraise and Thanksgiving! Amen dear Terri!
DeleteGood Morning, JC Family. Praying for each of you - giving thanks for Keith's tests and great results and for yours also, Audra. I am praying for my dear friend, who I meet with a couple of times a week. She started feeling weak and sick on Tuesday and by last night was feeling a little better.
ReplyDeleteOur teaching last Sunday talked about how the world tries to erode our faith and belief in God. It's a steady, beating down of our faith. Only the Word of God can keep our minds from being eroded by the world.
Praying for my cases, the outcomes they hope to receive. Thanking you, Dear Lord, for getting rid of the constant beating of fear that hits us every day. You never change. The world does. We have to decide which 'camp' we'll fall in.
Heading to the Dentist today for a 'regular cleaning,' and have read over the last few days of my fear of the Dentist. How fun to see I've grown in that area. Today, it's "just a cleaning!" I've been praying for each of you in this dear JC Family, for your family members, friends, for the changes in life that come and the Grace in which we can accept them, without feeling beaten and knocked down. Re-reading Bob's teachings on intimacy and reminded me of the joy I receive when I greet my day with my Lord and Savior.
Love and Blessings to each of you and yours. And, I thank you for your prayers which I know are always there, dear family.
Norah you are a light in the darkness more than you could ever fathom. As you walk through your day others see him through you. You may say "How do you know this? You don't see my days. You don't see how much I falter." We can see your heart and your love for other people. But most importantly you deep love and desire to be like Jesus. Thank you for sharing yourself with us!
DeleteBless you, Dear Terri! And thank you for seeing the Christ in me. I see it in you, too, Sister! We are blessed!
DeleteI second that Motion! Terri, Your words are so true that our Norah is a beautiful vessel of Christ’s light that she shares so generously! What a blessing to have good and righteous sisters.You both lift and encourage me so much! Thanking God for my JC Family!
DeleteThank you all for your prayers. Norah, I'd trade a dentist appointment for one with a dermatologist any day of the week LOL. Marc's knee surgery recovery had been painfully slow, but mobility is improving. Thank you for your ongoing prayers. His brother, Paul is maintaining a great attitude but getting weaker. We are off to a second memorial service this month, both celebrations for Christians who have gone home. Staying in the present as best we can with all that is happening around us. I'd be so lost without God's hand to hold on to. Thank you Jesus!
ReplyDeleteI know, Audra - right?? Praying to see great results when I tune in tomorrow. Prayers for Marc, too - my hub had 5 knee surgeries in a year and a half...brutal. He's doing well now, though - all these years later. That's my prayer for Marc and that it doesn't take as long!
DeletePraying always for Marc’s recovery and Paul’s healing. Now for your face, sweet Audra. Trusting in His promises.
DeleteDear Norah, Thank God your hubby’s knees are better. That was a lot of surgery in such a short time. I’m sure you were a great nurse. God was healing him and strengthening you.
Love you, Jeanne! My family used to call me Florence Nightengale when I was a little girl. That is the first book I ever received as a gift and read. <3
DeleteI'll bet you even had a nurse's costume and a doctor's kit!
DeleteThanks for the love. Love you and all my family here. <3
Bless you caregivers, you are better women than I ♥️. Love you all, in thanks and prayers for the needs of all who come here, known and unknown.
ReplyDeleteYou are nothing but sweetness to me Audra. I know you have been a caregiver to dear Marc and you have blessed Paul in many ways. You are a faithful servant and God loves you with a true and enduring love.
DeletePrayers requested for my DH, who had Oncologst visit. His Oncologist noted: "Patient has been having some new symptoms or weight loss and loss of appetite which is concerning in the setting of prior cancer. Will get CT chest/a/p to eval fully and will get new labs done. Check TSH with routine labs. Will have him back with me in about 6 weeks to discuss."
ReplyDeleteDear Heavenly Father God, Please rule over the results and the discussion.
I am clinging to The Vine, and continually praying today's devotion, Though I may lead you along paths that feel alien to you, trust that I know what I am doing...and 2 Corinthians 3, I am beholding the Glory of The Lord! In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Praying for your husband Brie. May he have a clean bill of health. May God comfort you both during those anxious moments.
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Joining warriors dear Brie in placing your dear hubby at the throne of grace. He is dearly loved by our Savior, therefore you & he can trust that every crucial detail of your requests has been attended to &, set in motion for the glory of the Most High!, Your hubby's journey is an inspiring testimony of endurance, faith & trust for the praise of the Holy Spirit! Keeping up the prayers for sure. Love to you both 💞🙏
DeleteCircling the wagons of prayer with my sisters and JC family for Larry and for you, Brie. Meditating on Philippians 4:6-7...In nothing be anxious...! God knows what's happening and has a plan already in place! Praying for a clear scan and "in range" blood labs! In Jesus' name, AMEN!
DeleteMaking my way in to this circle to pray for Larry and healthy lab results. Saying prayers for worry free acceptance for Brie on all her current circumstances. ♥️🙏
DeleteAnd again this year. More weight loss. More tests. More opportunities to have more faith in God and in more of His Goodness. In Jesus' Name. AMEN!
DeleteDear Brie, Praying for your DH that test results wil be good and whatever the issue is, God is already on it restoring him to good health. Cling to the Vine and keep praying. We serve a great God and He sure does know what He is doing. Trusting He will cover you and your DH while he goes through his tests and bring you peace of mind. His promises are reliable and His words are truth and light and life. praying He will show you His faithfulness. Waiting for answered prayers for you and all our dear JC Family. I could use some prayers for healing of my plantar fasciitis. Thank you, dear ones.
ReplyDeleteThank You Father for all this in the Name of Jesus. Amen.
Thank you Jeanne,.
DeleteYou have my prayers for God's healing of your plantar fasciitis.
Joining Brie dear Jeanne. I have that condition. Get you some Everhealth orthodic footwear. What a relief. I wore my sandals to tour the Ark encounter & had no issues at all. I wear it around the house too. Praying for some relief for you.💞🙏
DeleteThanks for your prayers sisters! I never heard of those orthotics but I ordered a night brace so hopefully that will help heal it. Added myself to my prayer list.
DeleteVictory report! Thank you all for your prayers for our little man diagnosed with childhood leukemia who started aggressive chemo about a month ago. Good, no, GREAT news thanks to your prayers and our AMAZING Father! " After initial chemo he has no signs of leukemia cells and is on a moderate follow up program." Thank you Jesus!!!!
ReplyDeleteThank You Jesus,for hastening to little man's aid. Amen.
DeleteGreat news Audra. Thank you Jesus!
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Woo hoo Audra!, Oh victory in Jesus! Hallelujah!🌈💞🙏
DeleteVictory dance happening right now in my kitchen, Audra. FANTASTIC and GLORIOUS news! So happy for you all! Praise to God our Jehovah Rapha!
DeleteThat’s awesome! Our prayers have been answered dear Audra! God is so Great!!! And Faithful! Hallelujah!
DeleteAMEN!
ReplyDeleteColossians 2:10 "and in Him you have been made complete, and He is the head over all rule and authority". Without Him it's like being in the dark without light, being out in the cold without warmth, being hungry without food, being thirsty with no water to slake a thirst. Truly, we are complete only in Him.
ReplyDeleteAmen to that, Peter! Praise and Gratitude!!! He lights every darkness and leads us through every wilderness.
DeleteAmen! Hallelujah!
ReplyDeleteGod knew us because He formed us. Even with the advances of science, there is still a lot that we cannot begin to comprehend about ourselves. All we can do is look at Him with awe and wonder. If we are fearfully (awesomely) and wonderfully made, then that makes Him an awesome and wonderful Creator
ReplyDeleteWhat is our response to such a beautiful image of God as our caring Creator? Verse 14 explains that the only thing to do is to praise Him! Part of praise is verbally recognizing God as the doer of these things. Because God is the addressee of this psalm, we can read it as a prayer and tag on a personal touch.Min Ahadi
Amen dear Min Ahadi! Well
Deletespoken! He us our everything.
Thank You Lord!
I just want to thank the Holy Spirt for leading me to this beautiful Bible blog of Jesus Calling.
ReplyDeleteI have read Jesus calling book for years off and on, and just a few weeks ago, I just so happen to be in bed very early and could not sleep (did not have book near) I thought possibly the JC daily reading would be online.
Well… that’s how I found you! I’m ever so grateful.
And now it is my beginning of Everyday.
You all are so Awesome, I’ve read many blogs from years ago and feel I know a little bit of some of you.
You all are so very precious and I wish you all Gods choices blessings today and Always!
Much Love in Christ
Margaret /Pennsylvania
PS…I’m also passing this great Bible Blog onto others.
So glad the Holy Spirit invited you and you said Yes, our dear sister in Christ, Margaret /Pennsylvania. We are blessed to have you praying here with us.
DeleteWelcome to this wonderful JC family, Margaret! So happy to have you here! Blessings to you as well!
DeleteThank you both kindly NJS and Brie!
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Dear Margaret from Pennsylvania, We are so blessed that you were Spirit guided to join our JC Family! We have all been blessed through the years in this sweet, safe Home built on Christ, God’s Word, trust, love, and prayer! Thanks to the Holy Spirit and Chris and Sarah, there is a place for us to be renewed, strengthened, guided, encouraged, loved and comforted. God made a Way! We are well taken care of! Hallelujah!
DeleteBlessings to you sweet Sister Margaret/Pennsylvania "I’m also passing this great Bible Blog onto others."
ReplyDeleteThank you Sassy Mom!
ReplyDeleteAmen!
:) Margaret
Dear heavenly Father, thank you for all your many blessings. Please continue to help me "know my self better" because You "know me intimately". This self-awareness will help me to honor and love You more! My purpose is to always love and honor YOU! Amen.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful ABC! Wish we could see ourselves through God’s Eyes of unconditional Love! We must learn to see others through them. Such a comfort to be loved exactly as we are.
DeleteJenilyn - Thank you for posting this!!! "A God who cares when we HURT, a God who mends the BROKEN HEARTED and gives BEAUTY FOR ASHES, joy for MOURNING and a garment of PRAISE for the spirit of DESPAIR That is who You are! GOD BLESS YOU Jenilyn!! AMEN, HALLELUJAH.
ReplyDeleteMaplewood, you are LOVED and MISSED!!!!!
Amen dear Jenilyn and Sassy Mom! That is the kind of God we serve! Proclaim His good deeds and His loving kindness and tender mercies! Praise Him with Gratitude and Songs! We are forever blessed that His Spirit bears Witness that we are His children!
ReplyDeleteDear Maplewood, We miss you every day and your wisdom and Spirit guided words and prayers continue to bless and teach us! You are always in my prayers and you remain in our hearts. Much love and gratitude.
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ReplyDeleteAmen and Amen, Jeanne!!! Thank you for sharing that uplifting song. Speaking Life and Blessings over you!
ReplyDeleteWhen I read and prayed about today's devotion...I designed you to live in union with ME, and find fulfillment through living close to Me, yielding to My Purposes for you, though I may lead you along paths that often feel alien to you, TRUST that I KNOW WHAT I AM DOING. Follow Me wholeheartedly...
ReplyDeleteBeing on a tandem Bicycle Built For Two immediately came into my awareness. I'm wobbly, but learning to ride as the stoker on a tandem bicycle with God as The Front Rider – also called The Pilot or The Captain –Who controls the steering, the direction, the brakes and the gears.
With me as the rear rider – aka, the stoker – who helps to pedal, and take in the scenery.
May I cease my futile attempts at role reversal and enJOY the JOurneY instead. In Jesus' Name. AMEN!
Amen Amen! Blessed.
DeleteGood teaching, Brie! Amen and Amen!
DeleteExcellent visual, Brie, and SO true. May I be more than content to be the rear rider with God as the stoker!
DeleteGod has given you an unique gift of “word play” in expressing yourself. You always put a smile on my face and JOY in my ♥️.
DeleteThe above comment was directed to Brie :-)
DeleteJust loved that Brie! I agree with dear Learning to Trust that God gave you such a gift of writing so the reader can't help but smile!
DeleteThanks, Sis! <3
Psalm 139:16 "Your eyes saw my unformed body; all the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be."
ReplyDeleteThis is verse had a special meaning for me today, as today is the 74th anniversary of my birth.
"Through I may lead you along paths that feel alien to you, trust that I know what I am doing. ". Many paths in my life have felt alien, many times I've been out of my depth. Many times I've said, "Lord what am I doing here, I can't find a way through, Please HELP!!"
He has never let me down, never left my side, never failed to lead me through.
Some of the most difficult and dangerous situations I've been in were my own doing. Yet He has never failed to rescue me, to lead me through safely.
Fulfillment in life IS living close to our Lord and Savior Jesus. That's where the greatest satisfaction is; in yielding to His purpose.
'He's Never Failed Me Yet' (nor will He ever):
https://youtu.be/XVImnNhzjpE?si=XZmDVzd2oVJxDlPQ
Thank you, Peter, for sharing. Amen! NOTHING like living in the Presence of the Lord. Faithful, faithful He is!
DeleteHappiest birthday to you Peter .
DeleteHappy Birthday Peter! You are a Blessing to so many. God's Blessings for you this day, and everyday. God Bless you Peter.
DeleteHappy Birthday, Peter! Birthday blessings coming your way! Enjoy your day!
DeleteHappy birthday, Peter! Another year around the SON and many more to you.
DeleteHappy and blessed b'earthday wishes are being prayed for you today, Peter, our dear brother friend in Christ. May you be blessed beyond all measure. In Jesus' Name. Amen!
DeleteHappy and blessed 74th Birthday, brother Peter! Hope God brought you some special Birthday blessings and much joy and maybe some cake! May this new year ahead be filled with good health, fulfillment, peace and love, all in God's presence. Thank You Jesus!
DeleteThank you, Peter for sharing! Nothing like living in the Presence of the Lord. Faithful, faithful he is!
ReplyDeleteHere is a good daily confession: Lord you've given Your angels charge over me. They keep me in all my ways. My pathway is Life and there is no death. I am a Doer of the WORD of God. I am Blessed in my deeds. I take the shield of faith and quench ALL the fiery darts of the wicked one. I am the Head and not the tail. I am Above and not beneath. God's will is for me to win every time. He always cause me to triumph. He has made me more than a conqueror! HALLELUJAH!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat Love and Blessings to my Beloved JCFAMILY!!! JJ
Hallelujah!
DeleteHallelujah praise 👏 pressing print. Thank you God for JJ !
DeleteAmen and Amen! Hallelujah! We are more than Conquerors!
DeleteHeavenly Father, thank You and I praise You Lord always and bless Your holy name! Thank You Jesus 😊. Lord, I am so grateful for You watching over me and Elizabeth on our trip and guiding us along the way of Your path for us. I pray that we receive all that You have for us and that You will protect and lead Rabbi Schneider to do Your will in Israel during the next 5 weeks. Let the eyes, hearts, and minds of Your people be opened to receive the reality of Jesus as the Messiah and our Lord and Savior. Let Your will be done and protect him, his family, and ministry from Satan. Block all the fiery darts of the enemy from him. Come, Lord Jesus, come! Let the heavens be opened for Your return to earth! Speak Your words of life over Your creation Lord! You are the best Father ever! In Jesus name, I pray, Amen 🙏.
ReplyDeleteYes Lord!
ReplyDeleteMay this be your personal discovery today:
'If you follow Me wholeheartedly, you will discover facets of yourself that were previously hidden"
Oh, Audra, those words spoke to me too!
DeleteBeautiful encouragement for us all, dear Audra!
DeleteThank you dear JJ! May God bless you too, heal your weaknesses and your dear ones, and lead you to all the desires of your beautiful heart. Thank You Jesus.
ReplyDeleteMay God's will be done and His purposes stand 🙏. May our hearts be encouraged in His perfect love for us. In Jesus name, I pray, Amen! God bless 🙏.
ReplyDeletePraying for you Jeanne!🙏🕊️
ReplyDeletePraying for good news and healing for your eye, Jeanne. He will guide you and be your beacon of light. Happy thoughts and prayers, my friend.
ReplyDeleteJoining this awesome praying JC warrior family, Jeanne, that ALL is well! In Jesus' name, AMEN!
ReplyDeleteJoining warriors dear Jeanne that you will continue to experience God's goodness, faithfulness & mercy as once again you are put through the trust test. The enemy is doing his darndest to distract you from your mission. Your prayer life continues to be a thorn at his side. His arrows are aimed at your strong faith & beliefs. The dummy is missing the facts that those are your shield against his fiery darts! Hallelujah!
ReplyDelete2 Timothy 1:12
I know whom I have believed and I'm persuaded that He is able, to keep that which I've committed unto Him against that day.
Thanks sweet Jan! Amen. God bless you dear sister.
DeleteDear Holy Spirit, we welcome you once again to work inside us. We ask that you manifest your authority in the life of everyone who’s reading this message. Come and draw us to the Lord’s throne and shape our lives to be more like Jesus Christ
ReplyDeleteAmen to that dear Anonymous! Come Holy Spirit Come into our hearts and minds. As always, we need you every day!
DeleteOne more prayer request.
ReplyDeleteHello everyone,
I hope you’re all doing well! For the past two years, we’ve been visiting New Life Children's Home, and it’s been wonderful to see all but two of the 20 toddlers find their forever homes. The two remaining kids, who are turning 4, are still waiting for their families. Yesterday, one of them asked if I had a grandmother and explained that her friends had left to live with their "cucu" (grandmother).
Let’s keep them in our prayers, asking that God’s will be done, any delays be removed, and that they are placed in loving families soon.
Thank you!
Amen and thank you, dear Janet Suzanne, NJS and Anonymous KY. That means a lot to me.
ReplyDeletePraying for those two sweet children to find forever homes. Thank You Father for this in Jesus’ Name. Amen
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