“And this is the message we have heard from Him and announce to you, that God is light, and in Him there is no darkness at all. If we say that we have fellowship with Him and yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not practice the truth; but if we walk in the light as He Himself is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus His Son cleanses us from all sin.
“If we say that we have no sin, we are deceiving ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and righteous to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. If we say that we have not sinned, we make Him a liar, and His word is not in us.” I John 1:5-10
“It is always important to understand the particular statements of scripture in the light of the wider context of the whole scripture.
“The Bible is a unit, and it must be as part of the unit that we try to understand the details, remaining always on our guard against taking a text out of its contents and using it as a pretext for something that is not true! Elsewhere in the Bible, forgiveness is spoken of as encompassing all of our sin.”*
Choosing Scripture verses for this WeakDay Devotion is one of the most challenging things and most humbling things I do because God’s Word is so precious and it is true and must be used well to accomplish His purposes. And we can’t use one little verse to “push our own barrow”.
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 in his country and is very thankful! Randy, who we’ve been praying for a long time, has found God’s blessings overflowing him with a new role! The Lord provides just enough and just in time!
PRAY FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH CONCERNS: Paul NS is in hospital again. Adrian’s pain meds are still 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. For Adrian, who is recovering from a serious illness and needs a peaceful place to live as he recovers. 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, 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. 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.
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 might find satisfying work. Paul K who resigned from his job and is setting up a consultancy.
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
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