"Love...is not self seeking." I Corinthians 13:4-5
[Jesus
teaching]"'You are the salt of the
earth; but if the salt has become tasteless, how will it be made salty
again? It is good for nothing anymore
except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men.
"'You are the light of the
world. A city set on a hill cannot be
hidden. Nor do men light a lamp, and put
it under the peck-measure, but on the lampstand; and it gives light to all who
are in the house.
"'Let your light so shine before
men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father
who is in heaven.'" Matthew 5:13-16
"Get
yourself out of your eye by getting your eye off yourself. Quit staring at that little self, and focus
on your great Saviour."*
Think
of going into a darkened room. There are
a dozen bright candles huddled together in the middle of the room, illuminating
the area. Now, think of yourself standing
near the candles watching them. There is
a shadow behind you on the wall. Can you
see it when you glance back?
Now,
imagine Jesus enters the room. If He
stands behind you, He is hidden by the shadow of your life and your deeds, your
shadow overcomes His. By placing Jesus
in front of you it is His shadow reflected against the wall that others can see.
In
our daily walk others need to see Jesus reflected first in our life so they are
attracted to Him, not us or our deeds.
Take
care with love, especially
His! Your servant and friend in Christ, who prays
for you each morning, Darlene
URGENT PRAYER REQUESTS?
An
unspoken request for strength and courage and a Barnabus for the journey.
PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING
·
Hans
has had some supportive and helpful meetings recently where the Lord is
blessing him with wise and compassionate who are giving him practical advice to
sustain him for now and to give him hope for his future.
·
Secret
Angel - please pray for the compassionate ones who have
volunteered to help Adrian in practical ways.
·
Phil -
the man who has let Adrian stay in his home has been responding to your prayers
and showing more kindness to Adrian!
Pray he will completely forgive Adrian his debt.
·
My
project has been extended for the next two
months! Thank you for praying. Perhaps His timing holds some surprises for
my next project.
NEW PRAYER REQUESTS
·
Update
from Rachael:
"Still no word on a heart
for Chris. He is still in the hospital waiting patiently
[for a heart transplant]. Someone on his
floor got a heart last week, so that was hopeful. Keep praying "that if it is God's will
for him to get one, that the surgery is successful and that he fully recovers."
·
Adrian
-
as his medications are being adjusted he is beginning to feel a bit
better. Almost every day he sends updates
and encouragement and thanks for your prayers for him. It is certainly God who gives him so much
strength and protects him.
·
Pray for TF and his wife, Christine,
that she finds a job that brings her joy, and that the family recovers from the
loss of the pet of 11 years.
·
Pray for travelling mercies for DB as he is travelling in China.
PRAY FOR THOSE WITH HEALTH CONCERNS
·
My
brother, Tim, with COPD (Cardio-Obstructive Pulmonary
Artery Disease), that he has patience and wisdom to help him manage his health
and the limitations to his breathing.
Spring brings some relief from the cold temperature, but the pollen
takes its toll.
·
David
R
as he manages his macular degeneration and a host of other health challenges
and for Heidi, his daughter who cares for him.
·
Audley
and Beverly (stroke survivor) for help with their
situation and his return to the ministry.
·
BG
that
his blinding headaches will finally stop.
·
Adrian asks: Pray for hisa friend, Chester who has pancreatic cancer. Pray the Lord gives Chester energy, strength
and resolve as he deals with a worldly system that continues to abuse him. And that someone will come to share Christ
with him soon.
PRAY FOR THOSE WITH ONGOING
JOB-RELATED CHALLENGES
·
Hans
needs
wisdom, confidence and courage to guide him during this time, some emergency
funds and a suitable job. He is a young
Christian man who is in West Germany.
·
Paul
NS
still has no word about the possible position with the organisation in India
(offices in Sydney). He has not had work
since 2012 and would appreciate your prayers
·
Elina thanks
everyone for praying for her and asks that the Lord will allow her to stay at
this position until she passes the bar the end of the year.
·
Deepak
needs to have his tireless work efforts bear fruit as he continues to develop
his business.
SOMETHING NEW FOR PRAYER WARRIORS
Elaine and Jim,
wonderful friends of mine in Hong Kong have begun an online church there with a
special prayer room that is open 24/7, with a small army of dedicated prayer
warriors waiting to serve. Please pray
for them and go here to learn more:
Https://www.thelittlechurchworld.org/prayer-room
ONGOING PRAYER
·
For Fred
and his family as he recovers from the loss of his wife. Please pray for the intimate comfort of the
Lord for them as they walk through this difficult time.
·
Shan
needs clarity of purpose and direction for his ministry and his choice and
timing of life partner.
·
Wezley
is an 18-year old who has lost her direction and her way. Pray the Lord seizes her heart and that she
realises His love soon.
·
God has provided Adrian a free room in Phil's home. Yet, Phil is quite chaotic. Pray the Lord will establish and maintain
peace between these two men. Pray the
Lord will give Phil more understanding, patience, empathy, compassion and
gentleness with Adrian.
·
Fion
as he supports his ageing parents and manages a heavy load of personal
challenges.
·
Bettina
for additional strength and wisdom.
FOR THOSE IN FULL TIME SERVICE
·
Isaias
and Judith thank you for your faithful prayers. They are back in the field again training up
leaders for the Lord Pray He continues
to keep them strong and safe and that they find balance. They give so much to so many for so
little. I encourage you to learn more
about their tireless ministry: Go
to: http://www.afciworld.org Look for "Nations" then click "Philippines".
·
Buddy
and Susan Smith and Kevin
and Sandy Currell need your prayers for their ministries in Australia.
·
Yangrae
and
the Uniting Church he shepherds in Australia, that he and his family will have
the energy, strength and good health to feed the flock He has entrusted to
Yangrae.
·
The Catholic Church and the new Pope need your prayers that he will
always put Jesus first in all his decisions.
PRAY FOR THE WORLD
·
For Christ-centred, Bible-based revival in the USA and religious
freedom for Christians wherever they may be.
·
Pray for the many individuals in Singapore, China, Russia, India and Alaska who are
regularly reading the WeakDay Devotion on-line.
The blog seems to be gathering an audience in unexpected and mysterious
geographic locations.
ADDITIONAL PRAYER REQUESTS
·
That the Lord's hand is dramatically
apparent in the lives of all who receive
and read these devotions. This His
mighty works will be worked out in each life for His purposes and glory in
surprising and wonderful ways!
·
Jen
needs the watchful care of the Lord in her life.
·
Linda
and Ian, Rob and his daughter, Reg, Annette and Lyle, Carla and Paul, Jeff and
Rachael and their wonderful families. Thanksgiving for their practical support and
encouragement over many years.
*A
Love Worth Giving is copyright protected since 2002 by Max
Lucado. All rights are reserved,
including translations. The ISBN is
978-0-8499-4831-2 (repackaged). I
encourage you to secure a copy and follow along. I quote carefully and respectfully from his
wonderful book. Pray for Mr. Lucado and
I thank my brother for recommending it.
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