“In the beginning God
created the heavens and the earth. And
the earth was formless and void, and darkness was over the surface of the deep;
and the Spirit of God was moving over the surface of the waters. Then God said, ‘Let there be light”; and
there was light. And God saw that the
light was good; and God separated the light from the darkness. And God called the light day, and the
darkness He called night. And there was
evening and there was morning, one day.”
Genesis 1:1-5
“In the beginning was
the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God, He was in the
beginning with God. All things came into
being by Him, and apart from Him nothing came into being that has come into
being. In Him was life, and the life was
the light of men. And the light shines
in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it.” John 1:1-5
I love the fact that God created everything and He didn’t
need anything to do it! Isn’t that
neat?!
The series from Christ For Real, by Charles Price ended last
week, so this week I am considering a new topic. If you have something in mind, let me
know.
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!
URGENT
PRAYER REQUEST: For those affected by the Australian cyclone ripping through the east
coast of the country with floods again.
Three
projects now loom (but nothing is yet confirmed). Progress is being made with one, and I’m
overwhelmed with hope and thanksgiving.
Help me keep focused on His will.
NEW PRAYER REQUESTS: Hans, is struggling with his work and his need for fellowship. For all of us as we move out into this New Year, that we would have the heart of the Lord in all that we do.
PRAISE
& THANKSGIVING: Adrian is preparing for a new
treatment and is sounding stronger than he has in a year. For Deepak,
who’s home now, his father seems better.
For Linda and Ian and
the wisdom they have so generously shared. Tim
B finally having relief from his massive headaches. For J&S, special friends, as they begin to manage some
normal life for the first time in years.
Still need a permanent place to live.
PRAY FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH CONCERNS: David
R doing well through complicated health challenges. For Jon
C, as he meets life after a stroke.
Paul NS. Tim
(my little brother) with CPRD, needs financial help, especially with no health
insurance -needs a disability pension. Steve Barns for relief from
great pain and depression.
For Audley and Beverly
(she’s disabled from a stroke and needs a carer during the day so Audley can go
out and work. For Carlton suffering from horrible infections in his bones.
ONGOING
JOB RELATED: Barbara’s (sister-in-law) is eager to find new work since
her project ended. For Tim, my amazing brother, that he
might find satisfying work that he’s able to do.
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 in surprising and wonderful ways!
For
Kent as he grows through the
loss of his mom. Isaiac as his ministry in the Philippines. Pray for healing of hearts in Connecticut grieving after the
mass shooting of the 20 four-six year olds and six adults. For those affected, Government decision makers
and volunteers still working on the aftermath of super storm Sandy.
Comfort those who loved Deb , especially Vern, as they deal with her loss. Carla & Paul K for good results from their business plans.
For Tarrega, as his hearts settles
and strengthens. For Linda, that the Lord will show
her which doors to open next after she rests a bit. For Rob
as the Lord works in a new way in his life...protect his health. For Jodie
as she deals with the knife edge of corporate politics. Laura
S as she reaches out for answers, that she finds the Truth.
Pray
for PJ. For Annette
as she begins some new career adventures.
Pray for wisdom for my brother as he deals with an important matter.
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 and Matthew K
as he grows up. 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.
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