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June 30, 2004
Broken Heart
Psalm 34:18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
Did you realize that when your heart is broken, the Lord is especially close to you? That's his promise to you, and furthermore he says he will save you. It's not going to last forever; he has something good planned for you.
Again in Psalm 147:3 we are told that "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." If you will go to God with your pain, he will heal it and bind it up so that it won't be unbearable. The heart of Jesus was broken for you, and God's heart was broken as he gave his only Son to die. We serve a wounded Savior, one who has suffered and understands the broken heart. But the great news is, he is also our Great Physician and he is the one who can heal your broken heart.
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Thank You Lord for Your promise to be close to the brokenhearted, that You will save those who are crushed in spirit. Lord, please be with the brokenhearted, please minister to them in personal and mighty ways. Dear Father, please rekindle their hope, empower them as they hold on to their faith. Pour out your Spirit with power, strengthening them - lift up their hearts. Help them find a renewed sense of hope in your presence. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.
Healing a Broken Heart
Matthew 5:4 Happy are those who mourn, God will comfort them.
Feeling God's Comfort
Usually when you have a broken heart or crushed spirit God seems far away.
1. Realize that God is with you!
God is aware. Job 13:27 You (God) keep close watch on everywhere I go.
God cares. Nahum 1:7 The Lord is good. He protects those who trust Him in times of trouble.
God wants to help us. Hebrews 4:16 Whenever we are in need, we should go bravely before the throne of our merciful God. There we will be treated with kindness, and we will find help.
2. Release the hurt.
Stop focusing on what's lost and start focusing on what's left.
Isaiah 43:18 Forget what happened in the past, and do not dwell on events from long ago. God says, "I am going to do something new."
Romans 12:19 Don't take revenge, dear friends. Instead, let God's anger take care of it.
Psalm 10:14 But you, O God, do see trouble and grief; you consider it to take it in hand.
3. Rely on God's Resources
God's Alternatives to the Quick Fix
God's Word (Reading the Bible)
Psalm 119:25,52 I am completely discouraged...revive me by your Word. Your Word has been my comfort.
God's People (Your Brothers and Sisters in Christ)
2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Our God is a God of comfort. He comforts us every time we have trouble so that we can comfort others when they have trouble. We comfort them with the same comfort that God gives us.
God's Spirit
Romans 15:13 I pray that God who gives hope, will bless you with happiness and peace because of your faith, and may the power of the Holy Spirit fill you with hope.
This certainly is not an exhaustive list of verses to help you or someone you know heal a broken heart. But it is a start. My prayer today is that those of you who have broken hearts will try this list. The healing process begins when you begin. ; )
2 Cor 1:3-4 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles! Lord please help those who are in nedd of Your comfort, turn to You seek You and find the healing that they need. Thank You that Your supply of comfort to us is never ending. In the name of Jesus Christ.
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June 29, 2004
I would like y'all to Pray for my Husband Brian and a guy he works with his name is Charles they have to fly to North Carolina today and they will fly back home Wednesday night.I would like y'all to Pray God will keep his Protected hands on them on the Planes and that God will keep his Protected hands on them everywhere they go.
Thanks Melody
For Brian & Charles
Psalm 121:8 Thank You Lord that You will watch over their comings & goings both now & forevermore.
Psalm 16:1; Psalm 3:3 Keep them safe, O God,
for in you they take refuge. Thank You Lord that You are their refuge - please keep them safe, be a sheild about them. In the name of Jesus Christ.
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June 29, 2004
Rex a cancer patient, still needs our prayers for medical guidance and healing. Let's pray that both Rex and his doctor will be hearing from the Holy Spirit regarding his further treatment for cancer. We've had some good response to our prayers, so keep up the good work. Blessings to you all, Anna
For Rex
Job 12:10, Job 33:4, Gen 2:7 Thank You Lord that in Your hand is the life of every creature and the breath of all mankind. Thank You for Your breath of life. Please breathe Your breath, Your strength, Your hope, Your life, Your healing into Rex. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Psalm 5:11-12 Thank You Lord that You will spread your protection over Rex, that You will surround him with your favor as with a shield. Lord please touch him with Your healing love, let Your love bring what is needed. Please guide all the medical staff as they try to help. Place the right people in the right place at the right time. In the name of Jesus Christ.
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June 29, 2004
Covered
By Shari Smyth
John 17:15 My prayer is not that you take them out of the world but that you protect them from the evil one.
Jesus tried to prepare His disciples for the longest Saturday of their lives. He told them He'd be gone. He told them they'd be grieving, while the world rejoiced. "But your grief will turn to joy," He'd promised. Over and over, like a good teacher, He'd told them these things in different ways. In Gethsemane, He'd urged them to pray "that you fall not into temptation." But exhausted and sorrowful, they couldn't. So Jesus prayed for them. And all during that long Saturday when they huddled behind locked doors, weak, scattered and unbelieving, they were held in the grip of Jesus' prayer.
It was December. Moving day was weeks away. I was living with boxes, in a twilight zone of not here, not there. I was numb, hurtling toward the unknown. What was out there for Whitney and me, for my daugther in rehab? Waiting in the dark.
On one sleet-ridden day, I sat in a pool of lamplight on the dusty floor of our attic, sifting through memories of our four children, now grown and scattered. In addition to our daugther in rehab, there was a daugther in Oregon, a daugther in Hawaii, and a son in Maine. "Don't worry, Mom. We'll come visit," they promised. Among their treasures I found a few old Sunday school pages, Bible scenes with childish crayon scribbles that rendered them priceless.
I traced a yearning finger over an orange Jesus motioning a purple Zacchaeus from a sycamore tree. A red Jesus, arms and lap full of multicolored children; His timber-broen hair brushing little, uplifted faces; His eyes, even through the crayon, shining with love. Then I catch my breath. A praying Jesus, scribbled in black, kneeling at a rock, crayoned dots of red for the blood He sweated. Nearby are the sorrow-laden, sleeping disciples, ghostly white, with no color. I feel myself one of them - blank and unable to pray. Yet I am held in the grip of Jesus' prayer, of His praying for me still. I am protected.
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Lord, help us to pray always. But when we can't, thank You that we are covered by Jesus, that Jesus prays for us still.
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June 28, 2004
From Dr. Chadwick's Church Ministry Site
Two frogs fell into a can of cream, (or so it has been told).
The sides of the can were shiny and steep, the cream was deep and cold.
"Oh, what's the use?" said Number One, "It's plain no help's around."
"Good-bye, my friend. Good-bye, cruel world." And weeping still, he drowned.
But Number Two, of sterner stuff, dog-paddled in surprise,
And as he licked his creamy lips and blinked his creamy eyes,
"I'll swim at least a while" he thought (or so it has been said),
"It really couldn't help the world if one more frog were dead."
An hour or more he kicked and swam, not once did he stop to mutter,
Then hopped out from the island he made of fresh, churned butter.
Hebrews 12:1-3 ... let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. 2Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. 3Consider him who endured such opposition from sinful men, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.
2 Cor 4:18 So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.
Hebrews 6:19-20 We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain, 20where Jesus, who went before us, has entered on our behalf. He has become a high priest forever, in the order of Melchizedek.
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Lord remind each of us that things are not always what they seem. Help each of us fix our eyes on Jesus so that we may run the 'race' with perserverance. Thank You Lord that as we do this we will not lose heart or grow weary. Thank You for our hope that is Jesus Christ. Anchor our hope securely in Christ.
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June 28, 2004
Shell is home & had a wonderful trip!
Thank you all for all of your prayers. Shell couldn't stop talking about her week. She helped build a laundry room on to someone's house - pounding nails, sawing ... climbing on the roof ... doing physical labor in the sun for 7 hours a day?! We learned that Shell is a risk taker. They were supposed to give each other beads at the end of the day, each person could give one bead for - leadership, compassion, service or risk taking. I would have guessed compassion for Shell.
This trip was good for her. Part of the neat thing to see is how connected the teens who went on this trip are now - connected to each other & to the Lord!
PRAISE THE LORD!!!
For Cindy & Zach
7 The LORD will keep you from all harm- he will watch over your life;
Lord continue to watchover Cindy & Zach, please keep them safe. Show them how to rely on Your strength. Thank You that as they do that You will renew their strength. Let them be refreshed in You, lift them up. In the name of Jesus Christ.
This is cute - but I find myself doing this very thing sometimes.
From John Mark Ministries
After starting a new diet I altered my drive to work to avoid passing my favorite bakery. I accidentally drove by the bakery this morning and there in the window were a host of goodies. I felt this was no accident, so I prayed, "Lord, it's up to you. If you want me to have any of those delicious goodies, create a parking place for me directly in front of the bakery." And sure enough, God answered my prayer. On the eighth time around the block, there it was!
Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Lord, help each of us acknowledge You in all our ways. Show us how to lean on You, not our own understanding. In the name of Jesus Christ.
1. That the baby will turn and be able to come naturally without inducing and C-Section
2. That God will calm my sister's fears, our mother died New years of 2003 (of liver cancer) and she is the baby of the family, and is scared to be without our mom right now. (besides this, she just wont grieve and when I speak of God to her and what not she blows me off she is not receptive to this)
3. I very seldom can find care for Zack and so usually can not partcipate in things, but my sister REALLY needs me (I am the oldest) to be there, can we please pray that God will allow me to be there for her for the birth of the baby. She needs me since mom cant be there.
For Cindy's sister & baby
I also ask for prayer for Cheryl (my daughter who is pregnant) whom I am having a very, very difficult time with. She's scared about her future but has been lashing out and very rude and ignorant when she talks with me. She's angry and takes it out on me and considers me a pretty awful parent. Please pray that the Lord will guard my mouth and shut me up as I am beginning to really lash back and am tired of the abuse.
For Linda & Paul's move
For Linda & Cheryl
For all
Karen F. called in desperate need of our prayer help. For several days she had been unable to stay up due to dizzyness, weakness, aching and extreme nervousness.
The last couple of days have been very hard for Don L. so far as his breathing is concerned and burning in his chest and lungs.
For Rex, Karen F., Don L.
1 Kings 19:11-12 Then He said, "Go out, and stand on the mountain before the LORD." And behold, the LORD passed by, and a great and strong wind tore into the mountains and broke the rocks in pieces before the LORD, but the LORD was not in the wind; and after the wind an earthquake, but the LORD was not in the earthquake; 12and after the earthquake a fire, but the LORD was not in the fire; and after the fire a still small voice.
If you want to capture someone's attention…
Elijah was hiding out in cave. He'd just been very zealous for the Lord, many were seeking to take his life.
How did the Lord get Elijah's attention?
The Bible says there was a strong wind -
Then there was a still, small voice.
Have you ever had an experience like this? Sometimes we're so focussed or overwhelmed by our problems or circumstances we don't hear the Lord. We are so intent on what we want that we don’t hear what He wants. We forget to pause and listen for that still small voice.
Spiritual listening requires stillness, faith and obedience. And real communication requires pauses to let the other party get a word in edgewise. This may be why the Lord in His wisdom has given us *one* mouth and two ears!
John 10:4 ... and the sheep follow him, for they know his voice.
Psalm 46:10 Be still, and know that I am God ...
Psalm 37:7 Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for Him...
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Thank You Lord that we know Your voice, that You are our shepherd. Remind each of us that it's easier to hear Your voice when we listen for You in silence. Help each of us rest in the Lord and wait patiently for that still small voice. In the name of Jesus Christ.
I heard a knock at the door,
Do you hear the Lord knocking today? Is there something the Lord has placed on your heart to do for Him?
Answer the door - let Him in, you'll be blessed!
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Thank You Lord that You are faithful, You are waiting at the door of each of our hearts. Help each of us answer the knock, open up and let You in. Thank You that as we do this we'll be blessed, blessed with Your peace & joy. In the name of Jesus Christ.
For Cindy
If his dad took him more on overnights, that gives me a break, please pray that this works.
For Cindy & Zach
7 The LORD will keep you from all harm- he will watch over your life;
Lord continue to watchover Cindy & Zach, remind them where their strength comes from. Help them rely on Your strength. In the name of Jesus Christ.
This seems to be Shell's verse. The last thing I said to her was "Just remember He is by your side." This is also comforting to me.
For Shell & the SC mission
Revelation 2:7 He that hath ears, let him hear what the Spirit saith...
Here are two most amazing testimonies. They both touched my heart in a very special way.
The first is from a Christian woman who was severely beaten by her ex-husband. She told of how he had beaten her with the back of an axe. She was left deaf because of the physical abuse. She only recently became a Christian - she states, "I may be DEAF but I CAN HEAR the word of God!" That really stuck in my mind & heart.
The second is from a woman who told that Jesus was her best friend. What was amazing about her statement is that she also told that she is blind. As she put it, "being physically blind since birth, I am anticipating that glorious day when I really shall see Jesus face to face." Judging from her statement, she may not be able to see Him face to face...but she can see Jesus!"
These two women cause one to marvel again at the grace of God. I think about all of the lost who are able to hear, but do not hear the Word of God. I think about all of those who have eyes that are in perfect working order, but do not see Jesus. The Pharisees stood right before the Son of God, but they never saw Him! There were many who listened to His sermons, but never heard Him!
Oh, that we Christians would have ears that could hear what the Spirit of the Lord is saying to us. Oh, that we would have eyes that see Christ Jesus ever so clearly.
Christian, are you listening to the Lord today? Do you desire to hear what He is saying to you? Are you seeking His face this morning? Can you see Jesus?
John 12:21 "Sir," they said, "we would like to see Jesus."
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Thank You Lord for Your Son Jesus, thank You for Your word. Lord, please give us the spiritual ears of the woman who can hear you, though deaf. Give us the spiritual eyes of the woman who can see you, though blind.
For Paul Johnson & family
Psalm 17:6 I call on you, O God, for you will answer me; give ear to me and hear my prayer. Thank You Lord for answered prayer. Glory be to God!
Gloria needs prayer for her family relationships -especially with her husband. Prayers are greatly appreciated!
For Gloria & family
For Carole's daughter & family
Lord, when they are afraid or discouraged help them picture themselves doing what they're afraid of, or going through discouragement, with You our Lord Jesus Christ standing beside them. Please make them aware of Your constant presence, let it surround them. Help them remember the times that You have been with them in the past. Use this to help them know that You are faithful and will continue to be with them now and in the future! Please put the right people in the right place at the right time to help. Thank You Lord!!!
Have you ever been afraid of the dark? I remember many times as a child being afraid of the dark. My kids were both afraid of the dark when they were little. They used to be afraid of going into the dark basement. That dark basement even gave me the creeps sometimes. Yet I remember one time when I went down there to look for something - they came with me and seemed perfectly calm.
"I thought you were afraid of the dark," I said.
The answer came, "No dark. Mommy's here."
I said, "Oh, the light depends on who you're with!"
That got a smile as if a secret truth was known. Which indeed it was: The light does depend on Whom you stay close to, or Who you're with doesn’t it?
Whenever you find yourself in the dark, or you are walking through a dark time in your life, do not be afraid. Remember this:
Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.
2 Samuel 22:29 Lord, You are my lamp. You bring light into my darkness.
Psalm 27:1 The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord
is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
Psalm 119:105 Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path.
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Thank You Lord that You are with us always - especially in the dark and
when each of us truly trust ourselves to You, our darkness becomes light! In the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.
From: http://www.living4jesus.com/295.htm
1 Thessalonians 5:17 Pray without ceasing.
It just kind of stays neatly packed away most of the time.
In fact, I usually don't think about it at all, unless I find myself in some kind of jam.
The spare tire on my truck is bolted in underneath the frame. I'll be real honest with you. I don't even know exactly where it is down there, and I certainly don't know how to unbolt it should I need it.
You see, since purchasing my truck about a year and a half ago, I haven't needed it. I bought the truck with only 15 miles on it, so the tires were perfect. I've simply not had a need for the spare tire. It's reserved for emergencies only.
And, like I said, I usually don't think about it at all. I'm just glad to know that it's there when I need it. Otherwise, it doesn't get much of my attention. I only pull it out when it's time to change a flat.
You know, many people treat God like a spare tire. You guessed it, they keep Him neatly packed away most of the time.
Some folks don't really think much about Him at all...
...unless they find themselves in some kind of jam.
And then, it's time to "unbolt" God and put Him to work.
It's very sad, but most of the time they just don't really see a need to pray to God. Prayer is reserved for emergencies only. Yeah, they only pay attention to Him when there is a crisis or problem that they want him to fix.
My friend, God isn't a spare tire. And He certainly doesn't like being treated like one in our prayers. He doesn't want us to give Him our attention in prayer only when troubles come along. He wants our attention ALL THE TIME!
What about it, Christian? Has God been reserved to "spare tire" duty in your life? Do you pray only when you have some emergency that you want Him to take care of?
Maybe it's time to change a flat this morning.
A flat prayer life.
Have a "Wonderful DAY in Christ,"
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Luke 11:1 Lord, thank You for the gift of prayer, please teach each of us to pray, show us how to build our relationship in You. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Although sometimes people stay on the list for months and even years. The lady told my daughter that they have been going through the list pretty rapidly this year and that it is possible that she could be transplanted within a month.
This comes about more because of the result of so many prayers being offered up for her than anything, and now your prayers for a rapid and successful transplant would be greatly appreciated.
May God bless you and keep you.
For Sheila & family
For Gloria & family
I must praise God as well....today I met a real estate agent whom I have met before and through chance talked about selling the house. He said he would take a 4% commission on the house (he is one of the cheapest....agents in our area are anywhere from 6 - 9%)....so thank the Lord for this.....
Thanks for your prayers....I truly need each one......I am trying to do too much and in essence getting very little completed.
For Linda
Here are some things the Lord has been showing me lately.
How can a true work of the Holy Spirit be distinguished from that which is false? In short how can we discern truth?
1. A true work/teaching lines up with scripture. I also believe a true work points people toward scriptures - elevating them as truth rather than shedding doubt on them.
John 1:14 The Word became flesh and made
his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the
glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father,
full of grace and truth.
John 17:17 Sanctify them by the truth; your
word is truth.
2. Challenge something that doesn't sound right from your position in Christ. Proclaim 'Jesus is Lord' based on your relationship with Christ.
3. A true work/teaching won't cause confusion or doubt.
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
John 16:13 But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all truth. Thank You Lord for Your Son Jesus, Your Word & Your Spirit, they are all truth. Please guide each of us into Your truth. Show each of us how to proclaim Your truth, how to proclaim Jesus as our Lord. In the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.
R is a young child he is my sister's friends child, it was just discovered a man had a Sexual Abuse thing going with quite a few kids in the neighborhood and this little boy's picture was discovered and some other stuff. Could we please pray for this little boy and his family to get through this.
Gary: is a 27 year old he is the son of my best friend, he drinks ALOT and he is having health issues with his heart and breathing not sure what is causing the problem, still doing tests Anyways, he wont stop drinking, and his family just doesn't know what to do, they cant seem to get it into him what road he is leading towards (death).
Nija: a couple weeks ago she went to wake her 5 year old twin's and one of the girls was dead, she passed away in her sleep. This mother is having a very hard time dealing with this, could we pray for her also?
Psalm 5:11-12; Psalm 91:11 For all we have lifted up to you. Thank You Lord that You will spread your protection over them, that You will surround them with your favor as with a shield. Please send Your angels to minister to each, give Your angels charge over them in all their ways. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, and by the power of His blood and the Holy Spirit.
Genesis 28:15 Behold, I am with thee, and will keep thee in all places whither thou goest...
In Maryland's Patapsco State Park there used to be a swinging bridge. It hung suspended from the trees by a stout cable, and it led to the playground on the other side of the Patapsco River. Swaying back and forth, it offered a challenge to all us children.
In all the years that I went to the park, I never heard of a time when the bridge didn't hold. And yet, I was never quite sure that it couldn't fall. Sometimes I would stand at the edge, procrastinating, building up the nerve to take that first step. But because I didn't want to be left out of the games, I always crossed.
There is a bridge that links us with God, too. It's called faith in Jesus Christ. If you want to know the joy that awaits you in God's kingdom, you must use that bridge. But remember, there is no way across without taking that first step.
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Thank You Lord for Your Son Jesus Christ, the bridge that leads to Your kingdom. Help each of us take that first step, in whatever the Lord has in mind for us today. Help us trust Your leading and boldly step out in our faith in Jesus Christ today & always. Remind us that the first step is sometimes the hardest, help each of us rely on You to get us moving. In the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.
John 14:6 Jesus answered, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."
For Mandy & family
This question has been on my heart lately.
How can a true work of the Holy Spirit be distinguished from that which is false?
I read this today:
1 Corinthians 12:2,3 "You know that you were Gentiles, carried away to these dumb idols, however you were led. Therefore I make known to you that no one speaking by the Spirit of God calls Jesus accursed,
and no one can say that Jesus is Lord except by the Holy Spirit." (NKJV)
The Church must be alert and watchful against subtle infiltration by
deceiving spirits and false teaching(1 Timothy 4:1 ). The crucial
test of teaching or testimony, is that given concerning the person
and work of the Lord Jesus. It is those who are deceived and falsely
inspired who would call "Jesus accursed". Evil spirits
characteristically blaspheme and curse the name of Jesus. The way to
know whether a new teaching is a work of the Holy Spirit, is to
challenge it and to proclaim Jesus is Lord. The false teacher(s)
cannot, and therefore will not, say Jesus is Lord.
The genuine teacher when challenged, will affirm the Lordship of
Jesus Christ. It is important to remember that even people who would
normally assent that Jesus is Lord, will not do so under the
deception of a false teaching. We can and should distinguish between
the real and the counterfeit. It is expected of leadership that they
exercise responsibility in this aspect, in their caring for those
entrusted to them by the Lord (Hebrews 13:17 ). It is necessary to
distinguish, not dispense with, the leading of the Holy Spirit.
Rather obey 1 Thessalonians 5:19 KJV: "Quench not the Spirit."
Discern the Holy Spirit's activities and respond with sensitivity and
obedience.
This idea didn't really occur to me before (I don't know why). Proclaiming Jesus as your Lord may open not only your eyes, but others.
This kind of happened to me when I challenged my old priest and declared that Jesus is Lord & absolute truth. The response I got to this proclamation spoke volumes (it was the everything is relative speech, your truth may not be someone else's). Anyway this response clearly showed me & others where the priest stood. He was basically saying that Jesus is NOT absolute truth. This is clearly against scripture.
I think it shows the importantance of not only discerning truth but proclaiming it as well. Jesus Christ will never lead anywhere that goes against God's word -- they are both absolute truth!!! Proclaim it!!!!
John 14:6 Jesus answered, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."
John 1:14 The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the One and Only, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.
John 17:17 Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth.
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Thank You Lord for Your Son Jesus Christ & Your word, that both ARE truth. Help each of us proclaim Jesus as Lord. Help us proclaim the truth of God's word. In the name Jesus Christ our Lord who is full of grace & truth!
Daniel 3:17-18 If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God we serve is able to save us from it, and he will rescue us from your hand, O king. 18 But even if he does not, we want you to know, O king, that we will not serve your gods or worship the image of gold you have set up.
It looks dangerous--plunging from a dizzy height with only a stretchy cord as protection against death or serious injury: Bungee-jumping. Miscalculations can kill; is the rope strong enough? elastic enough? not too long or too close to the ground?
Do we trust God the way a bungee-jumper trusts that cord--having the faith that He will hold us up when we jump out in faith? Do we have....bungee-cord faith?
Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego did. They told King Nebuchadnezzar "our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will deliver us out of thine hand, O king. BUT IF NOT, be it known unto thee, O king, that we will not serve thy gods, nor worship the golden image which thou hast set up." (Daniel 3:17,18)
They would trust God--even if He did not miraculously deliver them! (As Job said, "Though He slay me, yet will I trust in Him."13:15) There was no bargaining with God for these three friends; none of this "if you do this for me Lord, THEN..." Better than bungee-cord faith--absolute trust in God and His will. No "murmurings and disputings"--no complaining about their lot in life (we are captives in a foreign land--taken here against our will). They didn't argue with God, muttering, "Why me, Lord?
Abraham had that kind of faith. He believed that God's promises would be kept through Isaac even though he was asked to slay his son. (see Hebrews 11:19) Abraham didn't balk or try to understand first; he just obeyed. (Obedience to God's word comes before understanding; with God, "believing is seeing" and not the other way 'round") Notice that in Biblical examples of faith it was testing--even severe testing-- that proved how strong faith really was. We wouldn't think a bungee-jumper courageous if he plunged a mere four feet, would we?
Such a simple phrase "Trust and Obey"--a Sunday School song. And yet how true: there is no other way to be happy in Jesus.
Take the leap of faith--His strength will bear you up!
"Lord, increase our faith"
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Deuteronomy 33:27 The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Thank You Lord for Your everlasting arms underneath - always ready to catch us! Help each of us rest secure in this knowledge and take that leap of faith in obedience to You today & always. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Why do people think the Christian walk is a dry walk? Could it be that we are afraid of getting wet?
Joshua 3:7,8,13 And the LORD said to Joshua, "Today I will begin to exalt you in the eyes of all Israel, so they may know that I am with you as I was with Moses. 8 Tell the priests who carry the ark of the covenant: 'When you reach the edge of the Jordan's waters, go and stand in the river.' 13And as soon as the priests who carry the ark of the LORD -the Lord of all the earth-set foot in the Jordan, its waters flowing downstream will be cut off and stand up in a heap.
When Joshua was given instructions to cross the Jordan into the promised land, the Lord told him to go and stand in the river. As soon as the priests touched the water's edge, the water from upstream stopped flowing. There was dry ground in the middle of the river so the Israelites could pass over. Joshua obeyed the command from the Lord. Common sense must have told him it was a hopeless cause to try to cross the river, especially since it was flooded. During most of the year, the Jordan River was about a hundred feet wide; but at the spring flood season, the river overflowed its banks and became a mile wide.
Faith and common sense are not in one accord. Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. Joshua had faith. If God said it, he did it! He had no fear of getting "his feet wet." And when Joshua and the people stepped into the water, it rolled away. It was a miracle of God in response to faith.
Unless we step out by faith (Josh.1:3; 3:14–17) and “get our feet wet,” we’re not likely to make much progress in living for Christ and serving Him. Each step that the priests took opened the water before them until they were standing in the midst of the river on dry ground. They stood there as the people passed by; and when the whole nation had crossed, the priests walked to the shore and the flow of the water resumed.
When Israel crossed the Jordan River, it was through the obedient feet of the people. Unless we are willing to step out by faith and obey His Word, God can never open the way for us. If you want to claim your spiritual inheritance in Christ, believe the Word of faith. Step out in faith and get your feet wet!
Hebrews 11:1 Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.
Hebrews 11:6 And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Lord, help each of us step out in faith today and get our feet wet! Help us listen for Your still small voice and obey. Thank You that as we do this we'll experience the joy of walking with You, step by step. In the name of Jesus Christ.
For someone in Gloria's family
For Pam
John 6:35 I am the bread of life: he that cometh to me shall never hunger; and he that believeth on me shall never thirst.
Katie has baked homemade bread for communion, a fragrant, golden loaf. We pass it around the table and each breaks off a piece before handing the loaf to her neighbor. But when it has been around, there is so much left! I am hungry and find myself wishing I had dared to take a larger piece. Why didn’t I? Was I afraid there wouldn’t be enough for everyone? Was I wanting only an amount I could easily chew? Did I think it would be bad manners to take more than a token piece?
As I gaze at that lovely bread lying unclaimed by those for whom it was intended, I meditate on how often I take small tokens too of the One Whom the bread represents. I remember tentative, small prayers … when I hungered for big ones. I remember taking minor risks in His name … when I hungered to dare great ones. I remember expecting little miracles … while I hungered for life changing ones. And I wonder how my own choice of small pieces of the Bread of Life has limited His ability to feed me.
Abandoning traditional manners, I reach again for the loaf. I am still hungry, and there is so much bread left. Come, won’t you join me? There’s an abundance of the Bread of Life - enough to satisfy all our hungers.
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Dear Jesus, today help each of us come to You and dare bring our hungers to You, - for You are the Bread of Life. Thank You that we will be satisfied. In the name of Jesus Christ the bread of life.
Ask and it shall be given you –
Knock and the door will open wide
So ask Him much, and seek Him oft,
Matthew 7:7 Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.
Hebrews 4:15-16 For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are--yet was without sin. 16Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Thank You Lord for Your mercy & grace. Please give each of us confidence to approach You to Ask - Seek -Knock. Draw each of us close to You, let us get a glimpse of Your mercy & grace today & always. In the name of our Lord & High Priest Jesus Christ.
Galatians 2:20 It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me.
We ought to take a lesson from the oil lamp: It must be the oil that burns and not the wick, for if the wick burns without oil, it will destroy itself. We must immerse ourselves in Jesus and let Him burn to light the way, because if we try to do that ourselves, we'll soon burn out.
The flame of the lamp burns so beautifully and brightly and clearly when the oil burns, but it gets smoky and stinky when just the wick burns. The lamp's wick must be deeply immersed in the oil. Most of the wick is in the oil, and only a tiny tip of it is exposed to the air and the flame. That way, it's mostly oil that burns and very little of the wick--almost none. The oil flows freely through a wick that is deeply soaked in the oil. Then it is the oil that burns and not the wick, and it gives bright, pure, clear light.
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"It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me" (Galatians 2:20). It is not I that burn, but Christ must burn within me. You can be a beautiful wick, but you'll burn black with too little oil. You must soak yourself in the oil, so you burn not, but He burns through you. Then you'll give pure light, smokeless light, clear light, beautiful light to all that are in the house (Matthew 5:15-16).
When I was a boy, they had beautiful kerosene lamps in every home, on every table. They had lovely glass bowls for the oil, so you could see their wicks and the level of the oil and knew when to replenish them. The lamp burned best when full of oil. When the level got low, too much of the wick would be out of the oil for the wick to be thoroughly soaked. Then the wick itself would begin to burn faster, and the lamp would give off smoke. We sometimes try too hard, work too hard, and try to do everything ourselves. To paraphrase the chorus of an old Gospel song:
So stop trying to do the work yourself, and let God do it. Let go and let God! Just let the Lord through. Let the oil burn. Let the Lord do it!
Prayer
Thank You Lord that Christ lives within each of us who has invited Him into our hearts. Help the light of Christ shine thru each of us and draw others to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ Our Lord.
READ: Hebrews 11
Hebrews 11:7 (NLT) "It was by faith that Noah built an ark to save his family from the flood. He obeyed God, who warned him about something that had never happened before. By his faith he condemned the rest of the world and was made right in God's sight."
God calls His servants to release those things that they hold dear. This is most often the talents and skills that accompany an individuals' life. God can't begin to work until these traits are removed from one's strength and placed in His care. The dividing line between true Christ followers and "Sunday Christians" is the amount of faith displayed in recognizing God's dominance over our most experienced and trained strengths.
The "Hall of Faith" in Hebrews 11 displays many great men and women of the Bible who let go of their most trusted knowledge and abilities to live in faith. Noah released his knowledge of dry land to construct an ark to save the human race and all animals with it. Moses gave up the knowledge and traditions of the Egyptians courts to find God's calling in leading the Israelites out of slavery. He then led the people past the security of food and work in Egypt into a place where their faith would tested. And Joshua put down his weapons for a horn and silence as the walls of Jericho fell after seven days in the long-awaited Promised Land.
Each of these biblical characters took a step of faith to lay down what they understood in exchange for the unknown. Their lives were lived in faith not by their natural abilities, but through the working on the Holy Spirit to reveal supernatural strength in trying circumstances.
The fact of the matter is that you can't be used until you let go of every natural thing you are comfortable with. This includes your daily routine of comforts and strength. If God is to work, He must be in control. And if He is to be in control, you must hold not anything back that might put even the slightest bit of you in the picture. It must be all Him and nothing less.
Faith Lesson: Living by faith means letting go of your way of doing things and trusting God to provide.
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Proverbs 3:5-6 Lord, help each of us trust in the LORD with our whole heart
and lean not on our own understanding. Help us acknowledge You in all our ways. Thank You that as we do this You will provide and direct our paths!
Now, it is official, we really need to move. Paul is not a commuter and the drive in traffic is very stressful. So please keep us in prayer as we continue to clean up the house to put on the market for sale. Please ask the Lord to bless the move and that he will provide us with a house closer Paul's work.
For Paul & Linda
I also need prayer - June 15 is my breast lump biopsy.
For Gloria's Dad, Gloria
For Shell & the SC mission
The Lord is my Shepherd... THAT'S RELATIONSHIP!
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Thank You Lord that You are our shepherd, that You supply ALL of our needs. Please 'fill' our cups, let them overflow with Your goodness & love. Let each of us rejoice in the fact that we will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. In the name of Jesus Christ our good shepherd.
Have Thine own way, Lord! Have Thine own Way!
Have Thine own way, Lord! Have Thine own Way!
Have Thine own way, Lord! Have Thine own Way!
Have Thine own way, Lord! Have Thine own Way!
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Adelaide Pollard was forty when she was trying unsuccessfully to raise support to go to Africa as a missionary. She desperately asked God why she had such a burden for the needs of that continent when He did not provide her with the means to go. It was during this time of discouragement that Adelaide attended a small prayer meeting where a woman prayed, “Lord, it doesn’t matter what you bring into our lives, just have Your way with us.”
That night she went home and read the story of Jeremiah’s visit to the potter’s house. Later that evening she wrote this hymn. “Perhaps,” she reasoned, “my questioning of God’s will shows a flaw in my life. So God decided to break me, as the potter broke the defective vessel, and then to mold my life again in His own pattern.”
Jeremiah 18:6 Like clay in the hand of the potter, so are you in my hand.
Isaiah 64:8 O LORD , you are our Father. We are the clay, you are the potter; we are all the work of your hand.
By Ron DiCianni
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Ezra 8:21-23 Thank You Lord, that as each of us yeild to You, the gracious hand of our Lord Jesus Christ is upon us.
We have received word that a man needs prayer. He was just diagnosed with Colon Cancer – (that according to doctors also may have spread further.) He is going to for surgery on June 7th. Please pray for him and also E-Mail your prayers to him and pass on this message to your prayer partners and places of worship. His name is RICH SCHINSKI. His E-Mail address is rmschinski@aol.com. We thank you for your prayers.
For Rich
Thank You Lord that You are our shepherd. You provide All of our needs. Please remind Rich of this. Let him find comfort, peace in Your presence, please remind him that You are with him, You will lead. Please 'fill' his cup, let it overflow with Your goodness & love. Let Rich rejoice in the fact that he will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. Especially surround him on June 7th - guide his surgery. In the name of Jesus Christ our good shepherd.
For Saundra; Sam; Ruth; Gloria; Melody; Jeanette; Grace; Glen; Evelyn; Cindy; Chris; Bryony; Gina; Andrew; Alice; Charlene ; Phil; Karen; Valerie; Ian; Irene; Linda; Billie; Nubia & Brenda
Carol, Beth Anne, Bob & Betty, Pam
Thank You Lord that You are our rock of refuge, the You give each of us a firm place to stand. Help each of us reflect on this and praise You. Thank You that as we praise You our cups will overflow. In the name of Jesus Christ our Rock.
Psalms 47:2 How awesome is the LORD Most High, the great King over all the earth! Thank You Lord for answered prayer!! Glory be to God! Thank you for a successful S.C. mission trip. Thank you for Pastor Nate & Jen, please continue to bless their youth ministry. Thank you for the growth in each teen and those whose lives were touched by this group. Glory be to God!
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June 26, 2004
Please pray for Cindy & Zach. Zach had an 'off' day yesterday. Please pray for seizure free days, good health, renewed strength & rest.
Your prayers are appreciated.
Luke 18:15-17;Psalm 3:3 Thank You Lord that You said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. " We bring Zach to You through our prayers. Please touch him where Your healing is needed. We also bring Cindy to You. Please surround both with Your mercy and healing love, be a sheild about them. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Psalm 121:1,2,7,8 I lift up my eyes to the hills- where does my help come from?
2 My help comes from the LORD , the Maker of heaven and earth.
8 the LORD will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.
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June 25, 2004
Let the Lord Lead?
6 in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.
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June 25, 2004
I just talked to my sister, who is pregnant her due date is August 14th but the baby is breach right now and she is having trouble breathing (she has asthma) they said if she doesn't improve that they will induce August 7th... could we pray for 3 things?
Thanks Cindy
Isaiah 44:2 Thank You Lord that You are the one who forms us in the womb, help form this baby perfectly in the womb. Please watchover this mother & baby, bless both with good health. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Joshua 1:9 Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go. Lord, allow each of them to turn to You, to let You calm all their fears. Help Cindy's sister to feel Your presence and allow Your comfort to enter her life. Help Cindy to know that You are with her sister & baby, that they are in Your care. Please place people in the right place at the right time to help. Let Your glory shine thru this situaion. In the name of Jesus Christ.
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June 24, 2004
Our house is going up for sale on July 5th. Within the next two weeks, we have to finish the painting, paint the outside of the house, get rid of the junk and put stuff in storage. I am overwhelmed but have accomplished much already. I am asking for prayer (again) about the smooth transition of selling this house and purchasing a new house in Hamilton, ON. Our goal is to sell this house, put a down payment on another home and pay off our debts. God has been awesome with us and has really smoothed so much of our way but as I am a little stressed, I pray I hear his assurances. Please pray that this house will sell and whomever purchases it will find peace and joy within.
Thanks and blessings to you. Linda
Matthew 7:7 Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. Lord please open the doors you want Linda & Paul to go thru to accomplish this move. Allow this transition to go smoothly and be guided by Your direction. Please put the right people in the right places at the right times to help. Keep Linda & Paul close to You, help them focus on You inspite of all that's happening in their lives, give them a real sense that You are right by their sides & You are in control.
Philippians 4:13 Thank You Lord that we can do everything through Him who gives us strength. Help Linda rely on Your strength and guidance to do all she needs to do. Thank You that as she relies on You her strength will be renewed. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Colossians 3:13 Thank You Lord that You forgive us. Please help Linda & Cheryl bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances they may have against one another. Help them to forgive as You forgive. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Luke 6:45 Thank You Lord that they will be able to speak with their mouths what fills their hearts. Lord guard their words as they speak to each other, help their words build their relationship in You. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Psalm 91:11 Thank You Lord that You will give Your angels charge over them in all their ways. In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
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June 24, 2004
I'm forwarding a prayer request from Roz Layne regarding her brother, Rex, diagnosed with cancer.
Thanks for your prayers! Love and Blessings, Melody
Job 12:10, Job 33:4, Gen 2:7 Thank You Lord that in Your hand is the life of every creature and the breath of all mankind. Thank You for Your breath of life. Please breathe Your breath, Your strength, Your hope, Your life, Your healing into each. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Psalm 5:11-12 Thank You Lord that You will spread your protection over them, that You will surround them with your favor as with a shield. Lord please touch them with Your healing love, let Your love bring what is needed. In the name of Jesus Christ.
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June 23, 2004
Still Smalll Voice
but God wasn't in the wind.
There was an earthquake -
but God wasn't in the earthquake.
There was a fire -
but God wasn't in the fire.
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June 22, 2004
Knock At The Door
by Sheri Callewaert
My heart was broken, so I ignored it.
I heard the knock again,
And again I ignored it.
The knock came again, and I heard God say "open up."
My heart was SO broken, I said "there is no God!"
Two more times, God asked me to open up,
But two more times, I denied Him.
He sat on my front step, telling me about Peter.
He said I was just like him, Three times denying God.
In a moment of silence,
the eyes of my heart were opened.
I asked him to tell me more,
He said "My Child, open the door to me, and I will
tell you all you want to hear."
I opened the door, and at His feet I fell.
He asked to hear my story,
and He held me in His arms as I wept.
I told him the things of my broken heart,
and He said,
"Beautiful child of mine, you are loved and you're
beautiful in my sight. I died for you. Look at all
I've given you!"
The Lord's arms held me,
As I realized the love He has for me.
Revelation 3:19-22 Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come into him, and will sup with him, and he with me. To him that overcometh will I grant to sit with me in my throne, even as I also overcame and am set down with my Father in his throne. He that hath an ear, let him hear what the Spirit saith unto the churches.
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June 22, 2004
Can we say a tiny prayer for me, there is this teaching series I want to get and of course I never have money to spend for stuff like that.... maybe God will open a door for me to get it.
Thanks Cindy
Matthew 7:7 Thank You Lord that You've told us "Ask and it will be given to you." We're asking for You to make it possible for Cindy to get this teaching series. Please open the doors that will make this possible.
Psalm 21:2 Thank You Lord that You grant the desires of our hearts. Please grant this request for Cindy, please do not withhold the request of our lips.
Romans 15:32-33 May the God of peace be with Cindy that she may be joyful & refreshed. In the name of Jesus Christ.
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June 21, 2004
Zack is going to his dads for an overnight (6-19-04), this will really put his new seizure meds to the test he usually has seizures with anything new... if he has one his dad will probably NOT take him overnight again for awhile.... PLEASE pray that Z will stay healthy even with this fairly new thing and stay healthy so it will encourage his dad that he can handle Z medical issues on is own. (His medical issues scare him, and he is afraid he doesn't know how to handle anything that comes up and so he just visits him with me around or SHORT visits away from me)
Thanks Cindy
Psalm 121:1,2,7,8 I lift up my eyes to the hills- where does my help come from?
2 My help comes from the LORD , the Maker of heaven and earth.
8 the LORD will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.
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June 21, 2004
Shell & the other teens have arrived in S.C. It took
12 hours and there were no problems. Please continue to pray for safety, co-operative and teachable spirits and effectiveness of their service/ witness.
Joshua 1:9 Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.
Thanks Karen
1 Peter 4:11 Thank You Lord that if anyone serves, he should do it with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. Let this mission bring Glory to God! Let many come to know & grow in the knowledge of Jesus Christ. Thank You especially for the growth in Shell!
Psalm 5:11-12 Thank You Lord that You will spread your protection over them, that You will surround them with your favor as with a shield. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, and by the power of His blood and the Holy Spirit, cover this entire time. Allow all that are supposed to attend safe travel to & from the mission. Protect all invovled, protect their families.
1 Timothy 3:1-7, 15; 1 Peter 5:1-4; 1 Thess 2:13 Lord, continue to teach them the truth of the Word of God by the power of the Holy Spirit so that they can explain, proclaim, and defend the Word of God. Thank You Lord that Your Word is at work within those who hear and believe. Open ears and hearts to hear Your message. Use this time for God's Glory. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Ezra 8:21-23 Thank You Lord, that as they look to You, the gracious hand of our Lord Jesus Christ is upon them.
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June 19, 2004
Ears That Hear - Eyes That See
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June 19, 2004
We should pray for that American Hostage & family.
That beheading was cruel.
Thanks Cindy
John 16:33,14:27;Isaiah 9:6 We know in this world there will be trouble. Thank You Lord that Jesus has overcome the world. Let each of us (especially this family) hang on to this truth, help us all take heart. Remind us that You do not give as the world gives. Help us not to be afraid or let our hearts be troubled. Thank You for the Peace that You have left for each of us, the Prince of Peace - Jesus Christ. Help this family especially, experience the peace of Jesus at this time. In the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.
2 Cor 1:3-4, Isaiah 51:12 Thank You Lord that You are the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles. Thank You Lord that You, even You, are the one that comforts them, please surround them with Your love. In the name of Jesus Christ.
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June 19, 2004
Praise:Thank You everyone for your prayers. My lump that was checked and taken out is fine!!!!!!!
Gloria
Psalm 46:1-2 Thank You Lord that they will not fear, for You are their refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Help them turn to You, allow You into their hearts to find Your needed refuge, strength & healing in their life. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Colossians 3:13 Thank You Lord that You forgive us. Please help these people bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances they may have against one another. Help them to forgive as You forgive. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Psalm 91:11 Thank You Lord that You will give Your angels charge over them in all their ways. In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
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June 19, 2004
We are going to U Of P on the 30th to have our daughter evaluated for a kidney transplant.
Thanks so much for praying and caring.
Carole
Joshua 1:9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.
Luke 6:19 Thank You Lord that there is healing in Your touch. Please touch all involved where Your healing is needed. In the name of Jesus Christ.
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June 17, 2004
Are You Afraid of the Dark?
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June 16, 2004
The Spare Tire
Jimmy D. Brown
\o/ Praise Jesus!
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June 16, 2004
Praise!&Prayer:Sheila
Here is some more good news that I received just about 30 minutes ago that is nothing more than miracleous answer to prayer. As of today, my daughter Sheila has been placed on the National transplant list for a Pancreas and a kidney!
Jim
Psalm 17:6 I call on you, O God, for you will answer me; give ear to me and hear my prayer. Thank You Lord for answered prayer. Thank You that Sheila is on the transplant list. Please continue to guide this situation. Place the right people in the right place at the right time to help.
Job 12:10, Job 33:4, Gen 2:7 Thank You Lord that in Your hand is the life of every creature and the breath of all mankind. Thank You for Your breath of life. Please breathe Your breath, Your strength, Your hope, Your life, Your healing into Sheila. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Isaiah 40:28-31 Thank You Lord that those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. You will lift them up on eagles wings, they will soar, they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. Help each involved turn to You, hope in You, thank You that as they do this You will allow them to 'soar'. In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
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June 16, 2004
Gloria is having her biopsy done and she also needs prayer for her family relationships -especially with her husband. Prayers are greatly appreciated!
Psalm 46:1-2 Thank You Lord that they will not fear, for You are their refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Help them turn to You, allow You into their hearts to find Your needed refuge, strength & healing in their life. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Colossians 3:13 Thank You Lord that You forgive us. Please help these people bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances they may have against one another. Help them to forgive as You forgive. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Psalm 91:11 Thank You Lord that You will give Your angels charge over them in all their ways. In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
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June 16, 2004
I feel like I am burning out....seems I have (or always have) loads on my plate......I need prayer as I have become too busy....I would really like to accomplish tasks that need to be done.....my home, we need to get it ready for selling and I need God's enablement to complete the tasks that need to be done.....please pray that each day that the Lord will enable me to keep my tasks simple and attainable and may I have a true spirit of joy as I meet those with whom I come in contact with......Also, we have started to look at homes and have decided it would be better for us to move to Hamiliton so please pray that the move will be successful - selling this house and buying a new home.
God Bless you ALL
Linda
Deuteronomy 32:3 Proclaim the name of the LORD. Oh, praise the greatness of our God! Lord thank you for answered prayer. Glory be to God! Thank You for the guidance You've given Linda & Paul. Continue to guide them thru this move. Please arrange all the details, let Linda rest in the knowledge that You are in control.
Philippians 4:13 Thank You Lord that we can do everything through Him who gives us strength. Help Linda rely on Your strength and guidance to do all she needs to do. Thank You that as she relies on You her strength will be renewed. In the name of Jesus Christ.
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June 15, 2004
Beside Still Water
Karen Holland
Beside Still Water
Peace Be Still! There is calm. Mark 4:39 He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, "Peace! Be still!" Then the wind died down and it was completely calm.
Beside Still Water
Be still and know You are God. Psalm 46:10 Be still, and know that I am God;
I will be exalted among the nations,
I will be exalted in the earth.
Beside Still Water
Be still before the LORD, wait patiently for him. Psalm 37:7 Be still before the LORD and wait patiently for Him.
Beside Still Water
A place to seek Your face. Your face, LORD , I will seek. Psalm 27:8 My heart says of you, "Seek his face!"
Your face, LORD , I will seek.
Beside Still Water
That's where You Lead. Psalm 23:2 He leads me beside still waters.
Beside Still Water
It's where I long to be. Psalm 42:1 As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, O God.
Beside Still Water
With You by my side, never to leave. Hebrews 13:5 Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.
Beside Still Water
I will not fear. Psalm 23:4 I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
Beside Still Water
My soul is restored. Psalm 23:3 He restores my soul.
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June 14, 2004
Discerning Truth
John 14:6 Jesus answered, "I am the way
and the truth and the life. No one comes to the
Father except through me."
1 Corinthians 12:2,3 "You know that you were
Gentiles, carried away to these dumb idols, however
you were led. Therefore I make known to you that no
one speaking by the Spirit of God calls Jesus accursed,
and no one can say that Jesus is Lord except by the
Holy Spirit." (NKJV)
1 Corinthians 14:33 For God is not the author
of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the
saints.
There must be more - any ideas? This is important.
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June 14, 2004
Could we please pray for these 3 people:
Thanks Cindy
For R & family
Luke 6:19 Thank You Lord that there is healing in Your touch. Please touch all involved where Your healing is needed. In the name of Jesus Christ.
For Gary & family
2 Cor 4:6 Thank You Lord that You said 'Light shall shine out of the darkness', and you are the one who shines in our hearts to bring the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ. Please bring Your light into this situation, bring all involved to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ. Please place people in the right place at the right time to help.
For Nija & family
Isaiah 66:13, 2 Cor 1:3-4, Isaiah 51:12 Thank You Lord that You have promised to comfort us as a mother comforts her child and that You are the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles. Please bring Your comfort to this family.
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June 12, 2004
Take the First Step
From 1980 Guideposts
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June 12, 2004
Would you please forward this prayer request as there is a 16 year old girl, my mothers 'step' grandaughter who really needs to be surrounded with prayer. Her name is Mandy and she has a serious eating disorder. Mandy's parents have tried everything possible and have had her at the hospital being force fed but it still hasn't helped. Her parents are watching her slowly die and the heartbreak and worry for this family is tremendous. Mandy is not receptive to help and doesn't see how serious this disease has become in her life. Nobody can say anything to her and she is just not able to believe she is valued, pretty and that she is not fat. This family is struggling and the mother Dorothy, is having operations on her legs as she was in an accident a number of years ago as well. She will never be the same. Please pray for this family who do believe in the Lord. Please pray for a miracle and that Mandy will finally know and hear deep within her soul, she is loved, she is valued, she has so much to offer this world and that she heals completely.
Bless you and thank you.
Linda
Luke 6:19 Thank You Lord that there is healing in Your touch. Please touch Mandy where Your healing is needed. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Isaiah 48:17 Lord we lift this whole situation to You, guide the medical staff & family as they try to help, show them what is best, show them the way in which to go. Open their hearts & minds to receive and act on Your direction. Please place people in the right place at the right time to help. Glory be to God!In the name of Jesus Christ.
2 Thessalonians 3:16 Now may the Lord of peace himself give each peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with each.
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June 11, 2004
Jesus Is Lord
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June 10, 2004
Bungee-Cord Faith
Lori Fiechter
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June 9, 2004
Are You Afraid to Get Your Feet Wet?
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June 9, 2004
Please pray for someone in my fam., who has a app. with a cancer dr. Great Is The Peace Of Chrildren, says the Lord our God. He is our refuge and our strength: In HIM will we trust!!!! God Be The Glory!!!!! Gloria
Psalm 46:1-2 Thank You Lord that they will not fear, for You are their refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Help them turn to You, allow You into their hearts to find Your needed refuge, strength & healing in their life. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Matthew 28:20; Hebrews 13:5; Psalm 9:10 Thank You Lord that they will trust in Your name. Thank You Lord that You are with us always; You will never leave or forsake us! Help them feel Your arms carrying them today & always, surround them with Your love. In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Ezra 8:21-23; Isaiah 26:3 Lord help all those involved look to You, rely on You. Thank You Lord, that as they look to You, the gracious hand of our Lord Jesus Christ is upon them and their minds will be kept in perfect peace. Help keep their minds steadfast. In the name of Jesus Christ.
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June 9, 2004
Update:Pam
Well, Pam didn't follow thru on going to church with me - she said next week. Please pray that the Lord continues to draw her to Jesus Christ and God's word.
Thank you for all your prayers!
KAren
John 6:44 No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws him. Lord please continue to draw Pam to You, let her feel Your pull on her life. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Psalm 18:2 Thank You Lord that Pam seems interested in going to church with us, please help her follow thru. Please use this time, Your word and our prayers to open Pam's eyes & heart. Thank You Lord that You are our rock, and our fortress, and our deliverer; our God, our strength, in who we trust. Please place Pam firmly on our rock Jesus Christ. Give her a firm place to stand to face all the situations in her life. In the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.
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June 8, 2004
Is Your Hunger Satisfied?
Patricia Houck Sprinkle
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June 7, 2004
Ask, Seek and Knock
Marvin Lewis
The promise is the Lord's,
And surely we can trust in Him
And in His precious words.
And if you'll seek you'll surely find –
The Lord Himself doth say:
And not one seeking heart from Him
Has e'er been turned away.
From His great heart of love.
Your cup of joy shall overflow
With blessings from above.
And knock – He's sure to hear.
To those who trust in child-like faith,
The Lord is ever near.
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June 5, 2004
The Oil Lamp (Words to Grow By)
So stop trying to do the work yourself, and let God do it.
Let go and let God!
Let go and let God have His wonderful way,
Let go and let God have His way.
He'll fill with His Spirit and burn day by day.
Let go and let God have His way!
2 Corinthians 4:6 For God, who said, "Let light shine out of darkness," made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ.
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June 4, 2004
Letting Go
From Daily Message
1 Peter 4:11 Thank You Lord that if anyone serves, he should do it with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. Help each of us serve You, praise You. In the name of Jesus Christ our Lord.
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June 4, 2004
Another WOW has happened. Paul was hired as a Manager of RVU, Central Region. This is what Paul has continuously sought - a Management Position - however, this position is where his experience and expertise will shine. It has been many months - (years actually) of prayer and waiting upon the Lord. It wasn't easy nor did we understand the silence either. But, by waiting, the Lord opened the door for Paul to be in a position where he already has knowledge and experience. Paul gives God all the glory and believes that God is the one who made all this happen. He's right but to hear it from him is awesome!
Thanks for all your prayers and thanks for continuing to keep us in prayer.
Linda
1 Corinthians 1:9
God, who has called you into fellowship with his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, is faithful! Praise the Lord. Please continue to help Paul & Linda wait on You, Lord. Thank You for answered prayer.
Genesis 22:14
On the mountain of the LORD it will be provided. Thank You Lord for Your provision for this family. Thank You that You will continue to walk with them. Please bless this move - let Linda & Paul get a very real sense of Your guiding presence. In the name of Jesus Christ.
2 Peter 1:2
May the grace and peace of the Lord rest upon Paul & Linda in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord!
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June 4, 2004
Please pray for Dad. He is in Fl. alone.
GOD BE THE GLORY. GLORIA
Psalm 73:28 Thank You Lord that You are our Sovereign LORD. Sovereign LORD, please be near to each one we are lifting up, provide each Your refuge, guidance, strength and healing in their lives. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Isaiah 48:17 Lord we ask for Your guidance for each, show them what is best, show them the way in which to go. Open their hearts & minds to receive and act on Your direction. Please place people in the right place at the right time to help in each of these situations. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Matthew 6:8 , Phil 4:19 Thank You Lord that You know what they need before we ask. Please supply all of their needs according to Your glorious riches in Christ Jesus. Let each rest secure in Your love. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Isaiah 26:3 Thank You Lord, that as they look to You, their minds will be kept in perfect peace. Help keep their minds steadfast. In the name of Jesus Christ.
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June 4, 2004
Please pray for my daughter Shell & her South Carolina mission trip group. It's getting close! The trip is June 20 - June 27. Pray for protection & spiritual growth - that many will come to know & grow in the knowledge of Jesus Christ.
Thanks Karen
1 Peter 4:11 Thank You Lord that if anyone serves, he should do it with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. Let this mission bring Glory to God! Let many come to know & grow in the knowledge of Jesus Christ. Thank You especially for the growth in Shell!
Psalm 5:11-12 Thank You Lord that You will spread your protection over them, that You will surround them with your favor as with a shield. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, and by the power of His blood and the Holy Spirit, cover this entire time. Allow all that are supposed to attend safe travel to & from the mission. Protect all invovled, protect their families.
1 Timothy 3:1-7, 15; 1 Peter 5:1-4; 1 Thess 2:13 Lord, continue to teach them the truth of the Word of God by the power of the Holy Spirit so that they can explain, proclaim, and defend the Word of God. Thank You Lord that Your Word is at work within those who hear and believe. Open ears and hearts to hear Your message. Use this time for God's Glory. In the name of Jesus Christ.
Ezra 8:21-23 Thank You Lord, that as they look to You, the gracious hand of our Lord Jesus Christ is upon them.
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June 3, 2004
What Psalm 23 Really Means
I shall not want... THAT'S SUPPLY!
He makes me lie down in green pastures... THAT'S REST!
He leads me beside quiet waters... THAT'S REFRESHMENT!
He restores my soul... THAT'S HEALING!
He guides me in paths of righteousness... THAT'S GUIDANCE!
For His names sake... THAT'S PURPOSE!
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death...THAT'S CHALLENGE!
I will fear no evil... THAT'S ASSURANCE!
For You are with me... THAT'S FAITHFULNESS!
Your rod and your staff, they comfort me... THAT'S SHELTER!
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies... THAT'S HOPE!
You anoint my head with oil... THAT'S CONSECRATION!
My cup overflows... THAT'S ABUNDANCE!
Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life... THAT'S BLESSING!
And I will dwell in the house of the Lord... THAT'S SECURITY!
For ever... THAT'S ETERNITY
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June 2, 2004
HAVE THINE OWN WAY, LORD
Thou art the potter; I am the clay.
Mold me and make me after Thy will,
While I am waiting, yielded and still.
Search me and try me, Mater today!
Whiter than snow, Lord, wash me just now,
As in Thy presence humbly I bow.
Wounded and weary, help me, I pray!
Power, all power, surely is Thine!
Touch me and heal me, Savior divine!
Hold o’er my being absolute sway!
Fill with Thy Spirit till all shall see
Christ only, always, living in me!
http://www.cyberhymnal.org/htm/h/t/hthineow.htm
2 Corinthians 3:18 Continue molding each of us into His likeness with everincreasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit, let our faces reflect the Lord's glory! In the name of Jesus Christ.
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June 2, 2004
Hi everyone,
I rec'd this from my sister. Please pray for this man, and if you feel led, e-mail him your prayers.
Thanks, Deb.
Psalm 23 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2 He makes me lie down in green pastures,
he leads me beside quiet waters,
3 he restores my soul.
He guides me in paths of righteousness
for his name's sake.
4 Even though I walk
through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
5 You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies.
You anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
6 Surely goodness and love will follow me
all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the house of the LORD
forever.
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June 1, 2004
The Cup
Lord , You have assigned me my portion and my cup; you have made my lot secure. Psalm 16:5 Be my rock of refuge, to which I can always go; give the command to save me, for you are my rock and my fortress. Psalm 71:3 My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from him. He alone is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will never be shaken. Psalm 62:1-2 He set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand. He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God. Psalm 40:2-3 I will ever praise you. My mouth is filled with your praise, declaring your splendor all day long. Psalm 71:6, 8 You have made known to me the path of life; You will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand. Psalm 16:11 You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever. Psalm 23:5-6
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