“The whole human race died in Adam, and all born since have been born in a state of being spiritually dead. It is not correct to speak of a person today having to die for their sin, as some future event, because death FOR sin took place in Adman. However it is true to say that although we cannot die FOR sin we can die IN sin. That is, we can remain in our condition of alienation from God and suffer the eternal consequences. The only alternative to remaining dead is a very simple one. It is to come alive! This, as we shall see, is the Gospel invitation. It is an invitation to exchange death for life, and as a result, to exchange sin for righteousness.”*
As believers we can also stay dead, trying to find a way to “fix” things wrong in our lives. The answer is too simple to be easy. The exchange of sin for righteousness trips us up! And why I am eager to walk through this remarkable book with you. This book will help us all with this “challenge” as we live IN Him.
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: Scott, as he struggles and grows. Call for Internet provider went well for preliminary agreement of what needs to be done in a technical manner. Progress is being made ! I continue to post on Blog alone until there is assurance of no denial of service. Need a new project urgently.
PRAISE & THANKSGIVING: For Tim, Barb and PJ for their unexpected and gracious support. For Deepak and Bill for their unexpected encouragement, that they are strong and take time to stay healthy. Reg for his ministry and patience.
PRAY FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH CONCERNS: David is “slowing down” now and the treatments that have been giving him a new lease on life are seen as too expensive. Tim B with headaches, that his doctor will OK a new procedure for relief. Michael recovering from deep vein thrombosis – a new life change for him. For Carlton’s recovery from surgery. Gwen (13 year old) -- her headaches and attitude toward her mom. 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, Annette’s friend Sue.
ONGOING PRAYER REQUESTS: Tim (my brother) is doing better but needs financial help. Pray he secures a disability pension with his coronary pulmonary artery disease. For Joep helping Yentl & Jacquelin. Pray for David K who just graduated, that his path forward is filled with faith. Pray that Adrian will have wisdom about his treatment. For Jen, for the hope of her future. For Susan in Bulgaria, struggling to provide for her husband and two children.
PRAY FOR THE WORLD: For those affected by the many natural disasters that have raged in many places over the last year, including: east coast of the USA from Hurricane Irene, Japan and New Zealand earthquakes. 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 those who are believers, to pray and help others have peace during this time.
OTHER PRAYER REQUESTS: For Carla to have good health, satisfying work and life balance. Help for Cris. Isaias (family safety and his mission work in Philippines); God’s grace on USA & REVIVAL for His children. For Kevin (Godly wisdom with his son), Michael.
ONGOING JOB RELATED: Paul needs work. That Tim might find satisfying work. Randy needs a new job in Canada or Australia.
*Christ For Real by Charles Price
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