"Then the Lord said, 'My Spirit shall
not strive with man forever, because he also is flesh; nevertheless his days shall
be one hundred and twenty years.'
"The Nephilim were on the earth in
those days, and also afterward, when the sons of God came in to the daughters
of men, and they bore children to them.
These were the mighty men who were of old, men of renown."
Genesis 6:3-4
These were descendants of Anak, men whose exploits of strength and
violence had made them famous in song and fable in all nations in the ages
following the Flood. To rebellious men
of later times, they were revered as great heroes.
In God's sight they were merely ungodly men of violence and evil,
begotten by rebellious and unacceptable ways..Sometimes we can become beguiled
by heroes and leaders, statesmen and royalty, when only God raises up; and He
brings low those who would shake their fist at Him.
"'The Lord kills and makes alive; He
brings down to Sheol and raises up. The
Lord makes poor and rich; He brings low, He also exalts. He raises the poor from the dust, He lifts
the needy from the ash heap to make them sit with nobles, and inherit a seat of
honour;'" I Samuel
2:6-8a
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
Deepak as he walks through some unexpected life changes that he would stay
strong in his faith and trust in the Father.
NEW PRAYER REQUESTS: Please
pray for Deborah as she deals with a difficult situation, that she would keep
her focus where it must be and that her hurting heart is soothed by the Father
as He brings about the result that is His will.
PRAISE & THANKSGIVING: Some
of you will remember praying for Daniel Craver who needed a liver
transplant. Here is some news about his
progress: http://us4.forward-to-friend.com/forward/show?u=556f29b2852a83bb4481904e0&id=3cf11e192d
PRAY FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH CONCERNS:
Please pray for Adrian, as he continues his struggle with cancer; I have not had one update since he went to have the T-cells replaced. David R doing well through complicated health
challenges. Tim (my little brother) with
CPRD, needs financial help and satisfying work.
For Audley and Beverly’s situation & Audley's new venture that God may bless this.
For Carlton still suffering from horrible infections and pain in his
bones. For Nancy who is growing stronger
and for Fred as he cares for her.
For Paul NS & PJ. Betinna’s
husband, Jim, with acute lymphoblastic lukemia awaiting a bone marrow
transplant.
ONGOING JOB RELATED: Barbara
(sister-in-law) eager to find new work since her project ended. Be with Hans as he struggles through changes
in his life – that he will cling quietly to the Lord.
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!
Please continue to pray for those in Boston and Texas, dealing with
the tragedies.
Isaias 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 and Ian. For Rob as the Lord works in a new way in his
life...protect his health and his daughter's 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.
Pray for the Catholic Church and that the new Pope will always put Jesus
first.
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