Business Fruit

“And some tax-gatherers also came to be baptised, and they said to him, ‘Teacher, what shall we do?’  And he said to them, ‘Collect no more than what you have been ordered to.’”  Luke 3:12-13

“And when Jesus came to the place, He looked up and said to him, ‘Zaccheus, hurry and come down, for today I must stay at your home.’  And he hurried and came down and received Him gladly.  And when they saw it, they all began to grumble, saying, ‘He has gone to be the guest of a man who is a sinner,’ And Zaccheus stopped and said to the Lord, ‘Behold, Lord, half of my possessions I will give to the poor, and if I have defrauded anyone of anything, I will give back four times as much.’  And Jesus said to him, ‘Today salvation has come to this house, because he, too is a son of Abraham.  For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.’”   Luke 19:5-10

“A Christian at work should be the most trustworthy person on earth. “*

Whether or not we notice it, people are always looking for someone, ANYONE who will demonstrate honour and integrity, truth and honesty.  At work, as at home, we have the opportunity to demonstrate the power of Christ changing our lives so His love is more attractive to those who do not know 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!  I need more of you to send updates please!

NEW PRAYER REQUESTS:  Galdor’s mother passed away last week and he has a significant job interview he needs to get through.  Kent’s mother has Alzheimer’s and cancer in her nasal passages – she is just starting radiation, but is very frail.  Blacky needs hope during a very difficult time.  Please pray he finds employment.

PRAISE & THANKSGIVING:  Adrian is doing better and desperately needs a healthy place to live. 

PRAY FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH CONCERNS:  Tim, my little brother, struggling with Cardio Pulmonary Artery Disease, needs financial help, especially with no insurance for his illness.  Pray he secures a disability pension.   For Michael C, with his own health concerns & for his wife, Diane, as his mother is fading away with Alzheimer’s and ill health.  David still needs prayer for his health, but is doing better.  Steve Barns for relief from great pain and depression. 

For a solution for Audley and Beverly (she is a stroke survivor who remains physically challenged, unable to be left alone for long, limiting Audley’s ability to travel for work).  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:  Deborah and her son Michael, recovering from the loss of her mother to cancer and her father to suicide.  Cucuawe is recovering from the loss of his 17-year old daughter and his father-in-law to cancer.  Please pray for Freddie and Deepak as they struggle through some challenges.  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.  Adam who is investigating a cult that is filling many unmet needs for him.  Scott, for strength as he struggles and grows.  For David K, that his path forward is filled with faith.  Isaias (health, strength and family safety as he continues 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 K who resigned from his job and is setting up a consultancy. Randy needs a new job in Canada or Australia.  

NOTE:  (I will be sending a separate email asking your opinion about publishing on Kindle soon.  It would be very helpful to hear from you in response, please.))

*Christ For Real by Charles Price