“But to this day whenever Moses [the Law] is read, a veil lies over their heart; but whenever a man turns to the Lord, the veil is taken away [a light goes on]. Now the Lord is the Spirit; and where the Spirit of the Lord is, thee is liberty. But we all, with unveiled face beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord are being [continuously] transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as from the Lord, the Spirit.” II Corinthians 3:15-18
“We have fallen short of the ‘glory of God’, and it is the restoration of that ‘glory’ that is the purpose of salvation, and the mark of a true Christian. ’Glory’ is that which we have sinned and come short of, and it is the restored presence of Christ within a person that is their hope of being able to hit the target and fulfil the purpose of their existence, and to be a revelation of the character of God.
“This is NOT an immediate or instant event, but a growing process. In this life there will be a continuous growth into the likeness of the Lord Jesus Christ, and it will not be complete until we are in His presence forever.”*
The purpose of our lives IS to glorify God so the Great Commission can be fulfilled.
Please take extra time with the prayer list today and please send me some updates. I realise it is growing long and is sometimes repetitive, but many need our prayers today!
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 Cucuawe, whose 17 year old daughter (we prayed for before when she disappeared from her home and she was found and returned home to a normal life). She was just found dead. The family is reeling with shock and grief. For Deborah, whose mother was just diagnosed with a fast-acting and unexpected cancer and now has little time to discover her need for Christ. For my brother, Tim, who will have some challenging surgery soon and who found a good home for his beloved pet. Scott, as he struggles and grows.
PRAISE & THANKSGIVING: Paul finally found a job after two years of searching! For Reg and his ministry, that the Lord would bless him in unexpected ways. For the Lord showing me light bulb ways to get through dark places. For David, Tim, Barb and PJ for their unexpected and gracious support. For Deepak, Annette, Antoine and Bill for their unexpected encouragement, that they are strong and take time to stay healthy. For Yentl & Jacquelin who found a two-day marketing internship in Australia.
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 and Losa with headaches, that their doctors will OK a new procedure for relief. Michael recovering from deep vein thrombosis – a new life change for him. For Carlton. 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, especially with this surgery and no insurance. Pray he secures a disability pension with his coronary pulmonary artery disease. 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.
PRAY FOR THE WORLD: For those still 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: That Tim might find satisfying work. Randy needs a new job in Canada or Australia. I need a new project urgently.
*Christ For Real by Charles Price
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