Like It Or Not

“This Jesus God raised up again, to which we are all witnesses.  Therefore having been exalted to the right hand of God, and having received from the Father the promise of the Holy Spirit, He has poured fourth this which you both see and hear.  For it was not David who ascended into heaven, but he himself says:  ‘The Lord said to my Lord, sit at My right hand, until I make Thine enemies a footstool for Thy feet.’

“Therefore let all the house of Israel know for certain that God has made Him both Lord and Christ – this Jesus whom you crucified.” Acts 2:32-36

“For it is written, ‘As I live, says the Lord, every knee shall bow to Me, and every tongue shall give praise to God.’  So then each one of us shall give account of himself to God.” Romans 14:11-12

“He is Lord, stated Peter, not because WE make him Lord, but because GOD HAS made Him Lord – it is as Lord that we must come to terms with Him. – Are you prepared to submit to the authority of His “government” or not?

“The Lordship of Christ must be understood as an objective reality.  He is not Lord because we make Him Lord, but because has made Him Lord, and whether I personally like it or not, all of history is going to wind up at the feet of Jesus Christ and will be answerable to 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:  Tim’s surgery is today, please pray for him and Barb during this time.  For Cucuawe and his family, recovering from the death of their 17 year old daughter.  For Deborah, whose mother was just diagnosed with a fast-acting and unexpected cancer, that her mother will come to Christ. 

PRAISE & THANKSGIVING:  Adrian has been given an appointment with an orthopaedic specialist for his deteriorating spine.  For Reg and his ministry, that the Lord would bless him in unexpected ways.  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.  

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.  For those affected by the failure of MF Global funds & Roger as he considers options for a pledge of heart.  Adam who is investigating a cult.  Scott, as he struggles and grows.  Pray for David K that his path forward is filled with faith.  For Jen, for the hope of her future.  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. 

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. 

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