Our Example!

“For we do not have a high priest who cannot sympathise with our weaknesses, but one who has been tempted in all things as we are, yet without sin.” Hebrews 4:14-15

“In the days of His flesh, He offered up both prayers and supplications with loud crying and tears to the One able to save Him from death, and He was heard because of His piety. Although He was a Son, He learned obedience from things which He suffered. And having been made perfect, He became to all those who obey Him the source of eternal salvation,” Hebrews 5:7-9

“We can never fully plumb the mystery of what took place on the Cross, but it does offer the consolation that God is unwilling to put His creatures through any test that He Himself has not endured. I have spoken with many suffering people over the years and I cannot emphasize too strongly how important this fact seems to them. From famous people like Joni Eareckson Tads, from unknowns in county hospitals, from inmates in hellish Third World prisons, I have heard something like this: ‘At least, because of Jesus, God understands how I feel.’”*

You have not given your life for your principles and beliefs in the Lord and yet He gave His life for you, because His love for you is so great He choose death rather than to live without you!

Take care with love, especially His! Your servant and friend in Christ, Darlene

PS: ANY PRAYER UPDATES TODAY?

For any of you who wonder if prayer is worth taking time for, just page back through previous entries and see the hand of our loving Father in action!

NEW PRAYER REQUESTS: For Gwen, a 13-year old with serious headaches. For those devastated by the amazing power of the earthquake and Tsunami in Japan, where issue of a nuclear disaster continues; and especially for the thousands of volunteers tirelessly battling unbelievable scenes to help others restore their lives. For Middle Eastern nations dealing with unprecedented internal conflicts.

For the rest of the world to stay calm with regard to war, the economy and most of all for all who are believers to pray and help others have peace during this time. What a time for believers!

OTHER PRAYER REQUESTS: For those dealing with aftermath of the earthquake in New Zealand; especially Adrian & Jo & Steve. For Elaine. For Darryl & Paul N as they regroup. Help for Cris. Isaias (family safety and his mission work in Philippines); God’s grace on USA. For Kevin (Godly wisdom with his son), Michael. [For my Internet connection which continues to cause me untold problems.]

ONGOING JOB RELATED: That Tim might also find satisfying work. Randy needs a new job in Canada or Australia.

PRAISE & THANKSGIVING: My brother & his wife, Barb are doing better. They’ve adjusted David’s meds and he’s improving. Pursuing a new publisher in the UK for my book! Reg for his ministry and patience.

PRAY FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH CONCERNS: Deb, special friend with multiple Myeloma (please see her blog at this LINK. (http://debdarley.blogspot.com/) Wisdom for doctors caring for Tim, Doris, David, Poetry and Gary.



*Disappointment With God, by Philip Yancey