“Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honourable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, let your mind dwell on these things.
“Not that I speak from want; for I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. I know how to get along with humble means, and I also know how to live in prosperity; in any and every circumstance I have learned the SECRET of being filled and going hungry, both of having abundance and suffering need. I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.
“But I have received everything in full and have an abundance; I am amply supplied, having received from Epaphroditus what you have sent, a fragrant aroma, an acceptable sacrifice, well-pleasing to God. And my God shall supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:8-9, 11-13, 18-19
“These four statements are the specific things the New Testament says about the will of God for us. These apply to all of us, and there are NO exceptions! To discover the particular will of God for our lives we must be living within the general framework of His will. We must be holy people. We must be thankful people. We must be good people. We must be prepared to suffer willingly. It is within this framework that we discover the particular will of God for our lives, and also it is within this framework that our responsibility for ‘finding’ the will of God ceases!”*
The secret seems to be in trust and contentment. But over the next few days we will learn even more on this important topic!
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: Please pray for Steve Barns for relief from great pain and depression. Deborah and her son Michael, who just lost her mother to cancer and her father to suicide. For a solution for Audley and Beverly (she had a stroke a few years back and remains physically challenged and cannot be left alone for long. This limits Audley’s ability to travel for work.). Cucuawe recently lost his 17-year old daughter and now his father-in-law is in the hospital with terminal cancer. Please pray for Michael C, his mother is fading with Alzheimer’s and ill health.
PRAISE & THANKSGIVING: Adrian is doing better. I received a call about a potential new project and need to submit an acceptable proposal to win the business – please pray for my wisdom and insight with this.
PRAY FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH CONCERNS: David still needs prayer for his health. Adrian is still in a lot of pain and desperately needs a “healthy” place to live. Tim B and Losa with headaches, that their doctors will OK a new procedure for relief. For Carlton. Gwen (13 year old) -- 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: For Reg and his ministry, that the Lord would bless him in unexpected ways. For Roger as he considers options for a pledge of heart. Tim (my brother) needs financial help, especially with this surgery and no insurance. Pray he secures a disability pension with his coronary pulmonary artery disease. Adam who is investigating a cult that is filling many unmet needs for him. Scott, as he struggles and grows. For David K that his path forward is filled with faith. 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, financial and political disasters in the past year. 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. Paul has resigned from his job and will need employment again. Randy needs a new job in Canada or Australia. I still need a new project and have two meetings today about projects.
*Christ For Real by Charles Price
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