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“Now these things happened to them as an example, and they were written for our instruction, upon whom the ends of the ages have come.  Therefore let him who thinks he stands take heed lest he fall. 

“No temptation has overtaken you but such as is common to man; and God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will provide the way of escape also, that you may be able to endure it.” I Corinthians 10:11-13

Sometimes you can forget you are part of a Divine role play where you serve the Lord in ways you cannot imagine and may never understand.  When temptations and challenges and pain and even exciting wonderful events occur...others are watching you, as are the angels to see if your grateful heart will have victory over your emotions and first reactions.

“Therefore, since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us also lay aside every encumbrance, and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfector of faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.  For consider Him who has endures such hostility by sinners against Himself, so that you may not grow weary and lose heart.” Hebrews 12:1-3

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:  Heavy storms and flooding in Australia.  Pray Adrian is safe from the floods - he lost almost everything once last year from floods!

NEW PRAYER REQUESTS:  For a new project I start on Monday (perhaps this Friday) as the current one went on hold yesterday.

PRAISE & THANKSGIVING:   Hans has found joy in Christian fellowship!  Adrian is very tired and has only a few more treatments left.  He’s now being prepared for a long hospital stay to replace T-cells.  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 as she grows stronger every day & Fred as he cares for her.

ONGOING JOB RELATED:  Barbara (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.  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.