“But Abraham said, ‘Child, remember that during your life you received your good things, and likewise Lazarus bad things; but now he is being comforted here, and you are in agony. And besides all this, between us and you there is a great chasm fixed, in order that those who wish to come over from here to you may not be able, and that none may cross over from there to us.” Luke 16:22-26
“C. S. Lewis Theme of two worlds runs like a thread through most of his work – in an essay called “Transposition”, he defined the problem as being ‘that of the obvious continuity between things which are admittedly natural and things, which, it is claimed are spiritual; the reappearance in what professes to be our supernatural life of all the same old elements which make up our natural life.’”*
The only way to bridge the gap is with the body of Christ. When you think about it, the only way across is actually to “trample” over this bridge with our sin-soiled feet. To be that “bridge”, Christ had to lay down his life so we could have the only way across to eternal life!
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 recovery from the devastating hurricanes: in New Zealand and the Southern states of the USA. 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 volunteers and those restoring their lives after the many global disasters near and far. For Elaine. For Paul N as he regroups. 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 find satisfying work. Randy needs a new job in Canada or Australia. Galdor is still searching. Need a new project to tackle for my work. Working on a new book and pursuing a new publisher in the UK for my other book!
PRAISE & THANKSGIVING: My brother & his wife Barb are doing better. They’ve adjusted David’s meds and he’s improving. Reg for his ministry and patience.
PRAY FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH CONCERNS: Gwen, a 13-year old with serious headaches. 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
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