Three Again & Again

“For this reason, I bow my knees before the Father, from whom every family in heaven and earth derives its name, that He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory to be strengthened with power through His Spirit in the inner man; so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; and that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the breath and length and height and depth, and to know the love of Christ which surpasses knowledge, that you may be filled up to all the fullness of God.

“Now to Him who is able to do exceedingly abundantly beyond all that we ask or think, according to the power that works within us, to Him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations forever and ever. Amen.” Ephesians 3:14-21

“Three temples appear in the Bible, and, taken together, they illustrate a progression: God revealed Himself first as Father, then as Son, and finally as Holy Spirit. The first temple was a magnificent structure built by Solomon and rebuilt by Herod. The second was the ‘temple’ of Jesus’ body (‘Destroy it,’ He said, ‘and I will raise it again in three days’). And now a third temple has taken shape, fashioned out of individual human beings.” *

Since the very beginning the Father longed for His children to trust His love, yet they would not, over and over again. So, He sent His Son to bridge the gap – impossible to cross without the Cross. When He left this world He left His Holy Spirit to dwell within the precious temple of each of us who would just reach out to Him for help and comfort. So simple, yet so difficult for humans who believe they know the way.

May your weekend be filled with wonder and time to consider your heart.

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

PS: ANY PRAYER UPDATES TODAY?

NEW PRAYER REQUEST: A very special friend, facing a great challenge, that God will give her wisdom and grace during a trying time. Sean and family, funeral is today for wife's mother. Paul N continues his search for work this week. Torgo who was badly injured at work.

ONGOING JOB RELATED: Pray for Barb, who continues her search for work (in mid-Ohio - if you have any thought on this, please email me) that she not grow discouraged and for Tim, that they find the jobs God has prepared for them.

ONGOING BEREVEMENT: Please remember to pray for the hearts of those left behind after the loss of loved ones recently, including for: Cris, Jay, Sean, Greg, Di, Milly and David, Linda and Lavie. (details in earlier postings).

PRAISE & THANKSGIVING: Galdor got a job after three years of unemployment! Sue, is making slow progress against paraneoplastic syndrome. David (great health now!). Reg for his wonderful ministry. Paul and Carla both found jobs.

PRAY FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH CONCERNS: Audrey who is ill. Nancy, continues to recover 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: Please pray for those in around Christchurch NZ who continue to deal with the aftermath of the earthquake there; Adrian, that his life has new love and meaning. 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 and Ulfur has major life changes. For strength and wisdom for a decision I need to make.

*Disappointment With God, by Philip Yancey