Wiggle A Finger

“But some of them said, ‘He casts out demons by Beelzebul, the ruler of the demons.’  And others, to test Him were demanding of Him a sign from heaven.  But He knew their thoughts, and said to them, ‘Any kingdom divided against itself is laid waste; and a house divided against itself falls.  And if Satan also is divided against himself, how shall his kingdom stand? 

“’For you say that I cast out demons by Beelzebul, and if I by Beelzebul cast out demons, by whom do your sons cast them out?  Consequently they shall be your judges.  But if I cast out demons by the finger of God, then the kingdom of God has come upon you.’” Luke 11:15-20

“The ONLY means of forgiveness is the application of the death of Christ in response to the convicting work of the Holy Spirit.  It is the Spirit that makes us aware of our sin, and who points us to the way out of our sin through Christ.  To resist the working of the Holy Spirit therefore is to close any way of obtaining forgiveness, which is exactly what the scribes were doing when Jesus warned them of the possibility of unforgiveness.”*

Stop a moment right now and look at your hands.  Pick one of your fingers --doesn’t matter which one.  Christ is so strong and so perfect He only needs to wiggle His finger to dispense with evil.  Knowing this, we can rely on His power to help us overcome anything in our lives and forgive our trespasses – all of them – past, present and future.  His death AND resurrection displayed power beyond imagination, not just in His sacrificing His life for us, but for His trust in the Father’s plan to save the world!

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! 

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.  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. 

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