“Now there are varieties of
gifts, but the same Spirit. And there
are varieties of ministries, and the same Lord.
And there are varieties of effects, but the same God who works all
things in all persons. But to each one
is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the COMMON good.
“But one and the same Spirit works
all these things, distributing to each one individually just as He wills.” I Corinthians 12:11
“Spiritual
gifts are not toys to be played with, but tools to be worked with. – Spiritual gifts
are for the Church and for its general upbuilding, not for individuals to
exercise in their own corner! It is the
Holy Spirit who exercises sovereignty in giving as He determines.”*
Our
spiritual gifts are not there to be used for us. They are not ours to make us feel comfortable,
proud, important or needed, nor are we supposed to look around at the gifts the
Spirit has given others and feel the need to strive or develop something, to
feel stressed or competitive or incompetent or envious or depressed. They are not there for us at all. Our spiritual gifts are given to us by the
Holy Spirit, for the Father’s will in the lives of His body of believers. Anything else is just a clanging gong!
Take
care with love, especially His! Your
servant and friend in Christ, Darlene
PS: ANY PRAYER UPDATES TODAY? Please send updates! 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: The meeting did not
happen and won’t now till next week. Adrian
needs help badly! Where are God’s
“angels” in Queensland!? The Kossallys -
travelling mercies for their trip through the USA to Jamaica and back. Tim B’s sister just passed away. Barbara’s (sister-in-law) and Hans’ (friend) projects
have both ended and they need new work.
(Hans needs paying work – he’s been volunteering to fill the time.)
PRAISE
& THANKSGIVING: Kent’s mother recovering
well.
PRAY
FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH CONCERNS: Pray for
Deborah and her husband. Paul NS. Adrian’s pain meds 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 (she’s disabled from a stroke and needs a carer
during the day so Audley can go out and work).
Tim B with headaches, that his doctor will OK a new procedure for
relief. For Carlton suffering from
horrible infections in his bones.
Deb,
special friend with multiple Myeloma (please see her blog at this LINK.
(http://debdarley.blogspot.com/ ) Wisdom for doctors caring for so many,
including Tim, Doris, David, Gary and Annette’s friend Sue.
ONGOING
PRAYER REQUESTS: Pray the Lord’s hand is
dramatically apparent in the lives of all who receive and read this devotion...that
His mighty works would be worked out in each life for His purposes! Cucuawe
for strength. Galdor recovering from the
loss of his mother and his quest for a new job.
For Yourri who lost a friend. 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’s
filling many unmet needs. Scott, for
strength as he struggles and grows ( and for Donna as she encourages him). For David K, in his studies. Isaias (health, strength and family safety as
he continues his mission work in Philippines); for Kevin (Godly wisdom with his
son), Michael.
PRAY
FOR THE WORLD: God’s grace on USA & REVIVAL for His
children there and for the many nations suffering from global financial
mis-management.
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
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