“No temptation has overtaken you but such as is common to man; and God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the way of escape also, that you may be able to endure it.” I Corinthians 10:13
“The character of God in all its beauty, kindness and tenderness would be visible in the life and conduct of those created to BE His ‘image’. Man, not just by what he says, but by what he IS, was designed to be a revelation of God. However, things have very clearly gone wrong! Where you and I to arrive on the earth today as complete strangers, knowing nothing about the earth other than the fact that God had placed a creature called ‘man’ who had been made in the image of God, we would receive a most unpleasant shock!
[what we would see is] “God is greedy, we would conclude. He is often full of hatred, envy and jealousy. He sometimes rapes, kills, steals and fights. He is proud, often racially prejudiced and His first concern seems to be always and only Himself. But why? Why such a distorted picture?”*
We are to increasingly grow into the image of Christ, that His reflection shines through us to others who have not yet found Him! No wonder people turn away from their faith...where are the examples?
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: I’ve filed a formal complaint with my Internet Service Provider (see yesterday). Please pray that a solution is found. Until then I will post this on the blog site and hope for a timely resolution.
PRAISE & THANKSGIVING: For Deepak and Bill for their unexpected encouragement, that they are strong and take time to stay healthy. Reg for his ministry and patience. For a new project that is in God’s hands.
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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