All Gone!

“Now it came about when his master heard the words of his wife, which she spoke to him, saying, ‘This is what your slave did to me,’ that his anger burned.  So Joseph’s master took him and put him into the jail, the place where the kings’s prisoners were confined; and he was there in the jail.  But the Lord was with Joseph and extended kindness to him, and gave him favour in the sight of the chief jailer.”  Genesis 39:19-21

“And he restored the chief cupbearer to his office, and he put the cup into Pharaoh’s hand; but he handed the chief baker, just as Joseph had interpreted to them.  Yet the chief cupbearer did not remember Joseph, but forgot him.”  Genesis 40:21-23

“Now it happened at the end of two full years that Pharaoh had a dream, -- Then the chief cupbearer spoke to Pharaoh, saying, ‘I would make mention today of my own offenses. – Now a Hebrew youth was with us there, a servant of the captain of the bodyguard, and we related them to him, and he interpreted our dreams for us.  To each one he interpreted according to his own dream.  And it came about that just as he interpreted for us,” Genesis 41:1, 12-13

Today, there IS no condemnation, and God has NOTHING against me.  The conflict is over, the guilt has been taken away, and we are not condemned.  Remember, that whenever, as a Christian we feel condemned it is Satanic in origin and not of God.  In this area, Satan must be resisted.”*

Once we offer our lives to the Lord and accept His gift of eternal life, we are also free to take advantage of God’s amazing grace.  We can live our lives as we if we are not His children.  Our hearts will always be heavy because He came to set us free for a reason - to be His witnesses in a dark and lost world -- a world where evil compromises good. 

Joseph was innocent, and must have grown discouraged, yet he did not waver or wonder...he trusted.  One of Satan’s greatest tricks is to keep us lost in guilt for past sins.  Have you memorised the powerful promise of Romans 8:1, yet?  Today would be a good day to do so.

Take care with love, especially His!  Your servant and friend in Christ, Darlene  

PS:  ANY PRAYER UPDATES TODAY?  I need more of you to send updates please!  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:  Barbara’s (sister-in-law) project has just closed and she will need new work.  Deborah, who recently lost her mother to cancer, her father to his subsequent suicide, had also married recently.  Now doctors have just discovered her new husband’s prostate cancer has returned. 

PRAISE & THANKSGIVING:  God has found a wonderful place for Adrian to live and even though his health is not good, at least now he will be able to sleep and rest –he still needs some basics, but he is in.  Kent’s mother is doing far better than expected after her surgery and is eating again.  Blacky has found a work-study program (no pay, but internship) in his country and is very thankful but desperately needs a paying job! 

PRAY FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH CONCERNS:  Paul NS was in hospital again.  Adrian’s pain meds not working well.  Tim (my little brother), feeling stronger but needs financial help, especially with no health insurance.  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 (a stroke survivor who is unable to be left alone for long.  This limits Audley’s ability to travel for work).  Tim B 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, Gary and Annette’s friend Sue.

ONGOING PRAYER REQUESTS:  Cucuawe is recovering from the loss of his 17-year old daughter and his father-in-law to cancer.  Galdor recovering from the loss of his mother and he needs to focus on securing a new job.  Please pray for Deepak as he struggles through some challenges.  For Reg and his ministry, that the Lord would bless him in unexpected ways.  An unspoken request for help from mounting fear and financial failure.

For Roger as he considers options for a pledge of heart.  Adam who is becoming involved with a cult that is filling many unmet needs.  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 there.  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 and Blacky might find satisfying work.  Paul K who resigned from his job and is setting up a consultancy.

*Christ For Real by Charles Price