“And you were dead [separated] in your trespasses and sins, in which you formerly walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, of the spirit that is now working in the sons of disobedience. Among them we too all formerly lived in the lusts of our flesh, indulging the desires of the flesh and of the mind, and were by nature children of wrath, even as the rest.” Ephesians 2:-3
“The missing ingredient is GOD HIMSELF. God did not create man to function and to fulfil his role in independence of Himself, but to be inhabited by God, so that the very presence and life of God might be the enabling in man.”*
The problem seems to be our perception of our competence. Once we are found by the Father and surrender our lives to Him, we somehow forget He wants our hearts as well. Yet, we FEEL so capable and with the knowledge that He has now paid the price for our sin, we feel free, which we are; and free to live our lives in whatever way we choose. Yet His purpose for us is delayed by our self-purpose to manage things FOR Him (or sometimes to simply ignore 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. I’ve not heard a response from the formal complaint with my Internet Service Provider yet, but have heard from so many of you in response to my individual emails. Thank you so much for the encouragement! Please pray that a solution is found. Until then I will post this on the blog site and hope for a timely resolution. 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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