“For all things are for your
sakes, that the grace which is spreading to more and more people may cause the
giving of thanks to abound to the glory of God.
Therefore we do not lose heart,
but though our outer man is decaying, yet our inner man is being renewed day by
day. For the momentary, light affliction
is producing for us an eternal weight of glory far beyond all comparison, while
we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen;
for the things which are seen are temporal, but the things which are not seen
are eternal.”
II Corinthians 4:15-18
I
just wrote an article for someone about seeing around corners and how the past
doesn’t count except for learning how to wander through the present for the
future...and when I looked for Scripture to substantiate this concept, it is
apparent that our past is for a reason. But
it is the hope of glory that is our future and the momentary, light affliction
of today or yesterday makes it all worth it.
“And we know that God causes all
things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called
according to His purpose.”
Romans 8:28
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: Please pray for Adrian after his ordeal on
Tuesday, that he is resting comfortably and with little pain. I’ve not heard from him yet.
NEW
PRAYER REQUESTS: Hans has found joy in Christian fellowship but his work is
consuming him physically and emotionally!
Pray for the Catholic Church
and that the new Pope will put Jesus first always. For all the young adults who live in my home at this time.
PRAISE
& THANKSGIVING: The Lord is so “just
in time” for me and finally the new project starts today! 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. Tim (my little brother) with CPRD, needs financial help. For Audley
and Beverly’s situation. For Carlton
suffering from horrible infections in his bones. For Nancy who is growing stronger every day
& Fred as he cares for her.
ONGOING
JOB RELATED: Barbara (sister-in-law) 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. 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. Pray for Annette as she begins some new
career adventures. Pray for wisdom for
my brother as he deals with
an important matter.
For
David K, in his studies and Matthew K as he grows up. 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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