Hungry?

“And when He saw the multitudes, He went up on the mountain; and after He sat down, His disciples came to Him.  And opening His mouth He began to teach them saying,

“‘Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 

“’Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.  

“’Blessed are the gentle for they shall inherit the earth. 

“’Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.’” Matthew 5:1-6

“To hunger for something is to be needing it and wanting it.  Hunger is not a satisfied feeling, but a yearning for something.  Jesus used this word when He said, ‘Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness.’*

These statements by Jesus are part of the Sermon on the Mount...He challenges us all:  the poor in spirit (humble and insecure), the gentle (soft hearted toward others), those who mourn (over the sin they recognise in themselves and in the world around them) or the hungry (who seek to satisfy a need within for something better).  Taking action to soothe your grief and taking action to satisfy your hunger or thirst for righteousness always leads you to the Lord.

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:  David R (on Veterans benefits) has lost the first doctor that has been able to figure out how to deal with his complicated health problems and is now fearful.  For J&S, special friends, now living in their car in Florida, that they will find safe accommodation and that the job they travelled there for will help this lovely couple start their lives again.  For Hans, surprised by God’s guidance, that he keeps walking in faith toward the job God is preparing for him.  For Annette as she begins some new career adventures.  For Linda as she begins her journey.  For Cucuawe whose teaching the next few days during a 10-day mission trip.  For PJ.

PRAISE & THANKSGIVING: Bexleigh now weighs 3 pounds 3 ounces – a loss of 7 ounces after emergency surgery.  Pray for her parents Tyler & Jenna as they deal hour by hour with these challenges.   Hans needs fellowship, clarity and hope.  (Thank you, Andy, for answering his letter!)  

That the Lord loves and comforts us through challenges we could not face without Him and for good friends during times of difficulty. 

PRAY FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH CONCERNS:  For Daniel Craver (3-4 yrs old), home recovering from liver surgery.  Paul NS.  Tim (my little brother) with CPRD, needs financial help, especially with no health insurance - needs a disability pension.  David still needs prayer for his health, but is doing better.  Steve Barns for relief from great pain and depression.  Deborah’s husband is home from surgery.  Adrian is doing better in his attitude but is still in much pain.  If anyone is near Caboolture (an hour north of Brisbane), please contact me so we can help Adrian in a more practical way! 

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, Deb, Adrian 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!  Hans, a new hungry baby Christian urgently needs to find fellowship --if you know any Christians near Essen Germany, please contact me as soon as possible. 

Pray for Isaiac Catorce, his family and ministry in the Philippines and the clean-up after the flood where more than 85 people died.  If the Lord lays it on your heart to help, contact Barbara Hanak at Ambassadors for Christ in Atlanta Georgia (bhanak@afciworld.org)

Cucuawe as he recovers from the trauma of his 17-year old daughter’s death.  Galdor recovering from the loss of his mother and companion dog of 17 years --he also needs a new job.  For Yourri who lost a friend.  Please pray for Deepak as he struggles through some challenges.  For travelling mercies as Reg and Beverly visit South Africa.  Pray for wisdom of my brother as he deals with an important matter.

For travelling mercies for Michael C & Diane on their extended cruise.  For Roger as he considers options for a pledge of heart.  Adam who’s becoming involved with a cult that’s filling many unmet needs.  Scott, for strength as he struggles and grows (for Donna as she encourages him).  For David K, in his studies.  For Kevin (Godly wisdom with his son), Michael.  Elaine and Jim back in Hong Kong. 

PRAY FOR THE WORLD:  God’s grace on USA & REVIVAL for His children there and for the many nations suffering from global financial mismanagement.

ONGOING JOB RELATED: Barbara’s (sister-in-law) and Hans’ (friend) projects have both ended and they need new work.  (Hans especially needs paying work – he’s been volunteering to fill the time.)  For Tim, my amazing brother, that he might find satisfying work.  Paul K who resigned from his job and is setting up a consultancy.

 

*Christ For Real by Charles Price