Clean is CLEAN !

“Jesus knowing that the Father had given all things into His hands, and that He had come forth from God, and was going back to God, rose from supper, and laid aside His garments; and taking a towel, He girded Himself about.  Then He poured water into the basin, and began to wash the disciples’ feet, and to wipe them with the towel with which He was girded. 

“And so He came to Simon Peter.  He said to Him, ‘Lord, do You wash my feet?’  Jesus answered and said to him, ‘What I do you do not realise now, but you shall understand hereafter.’  Peter said to Him, ‘Never shall You wash my feet!’  Jesus answered him, ‘If I do not wash you, you have no part with Me.’  Simon Peter said to Him, ‘Lord not my feet only, but also my hands and my head.’ 

Jesus said to him, ‘He who has bathed needs only to wash his feet, but is completely clean; and you are clean, but not all of you.’  For He knew the one who was betraying Him; for this reason He said, ‘Not all of you are clean.’” John 13:3-11

“It is for this reason that a person who is already a Christian cannot BE guilty of such a thing, for his very response to the Holy Spirit that enabled him to become a Christian is his refusal to be guilty.  If as a Christian you fear being guilty of an ‘unforgiveable sin’, do not take the verse that concepts you out of context of scripture as a whole, but rather rejoice in the all encompassing nature of God’s forgiveness toward you.  Then begin to believe and life as though you are clean – for clean you are!”*

Although the disciples doubted; some even at the end, eleven purposed to recognise and believe in His deity and mission.  The one who did not, refused to believe Christ’s purpose and the origin of His power.

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:  ?

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 – his move has exhausted him and 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! 

PRAY FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH CONCERNS:  Paul NS is 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:  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.  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