Homework for Weekend

“But as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, even to those who believe in His name, who were born not of blood, nor of the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God.” John 1:12-13

“Jesus said to them, ‘My food is to do the will of Him who sent Me, and to accomplish His work. Do you not say, ‘there are yet four months, and then comes the harvest’? Behold, I say to you, lift up your eyes, and look on the fields, that they are white for harvest. Already he who reaps is receiving wages, and is gathering fruit for life eternal, that he who sows and he who reaps may rejoice together. For in this case the saying is true, ‘One sows, and another reaps.’ I sent you to reap that for which you have not laboured, others have laboured and you have entered into their labour.’” John 434-38

“What difference does Jesus make to our feelings of disappointment with God? How doe it help us to learn that He too tasted disappointment?*

This is the question for you to consider this weekend. I realise many of you are very busy; some of you do not even get time to read the devotions each morning. Whenever you read this, take at least an hour to review the series thus far (all are still here on the blog) and find at least three things that help you see how His disappointment affects your walk.

I would love to hear your thoughts about this, if you have a moment to send them. And perhaps you would even let me share your findings with the others who read this.

Take care to understand His Word. Your servant and friend in Christ, Darlene

PS: NEED PRAYER UPDATES PLEASE:

PRAY FOR THOSE WHO LOST LOVED ONES RECENTLY: Jay lost his Mum. Cris loss of 3 loved ones in past 2 months (affecting her health too). Greg’s lost his father. Di her brother. Milly and David lost their Mom, she returned home to find she was made redundant and her partner left her. Linda lost her husband. Lavie lost her 28-year old brother.

JOB Related: Pray for Barb (who applied at the hospital where she recently had to be) and Tim that they find satisfying work.

PRAISE & THANKSGIVING: Sue, is making slow progress against paraneoplastic syndrome. Adrian who’s found a job and home. David (great health now!). Reg for his wonderful ministry. Paul and Carla both found jobs.

PRAY FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH CONCERNS: Fred’s heart surgery is today (28 Sept) and Nancy, his wife, recovering from major head trauma. Deb, special friend with multiple Myeloma (http://debdarley.blogspot.com/2010_08_01_archive.html ). Earl good results but complications after bone marrow transplant. Another Nancy continues her battle with Ovarian Cancer. Wisdom for doctors caring for Doris, David, Poetry and Gary.

OTHER PRAYER REQUESTS: Isaias (family safety and his mission work in Philippines); God’s grace on USA. Randy (unexpected life changes). For Kevin (wisdom about sending his son to an alternative school, called Eagles Ranch). Michael, as he struggles with the pending loss of his Mum. David P and Ulfur – for strength to overcome the hold of powerful addictions. For strength and wisdom for a decision I need to make.



*Disappointment With God, by Philip Yancey