"And this is how I saw in the vision
the horses and those who sat on them; the riders had breastplates the colour of
fire and of hyacinth and of brimstone; and the heads of the horses are like the
heads of lions; and out of their mouths proceed fire and smoke and brimstone.
"A third of mankind was killed by
these three plagues, by the fire and the smoke and the brimstone, which proceeded
out of their mouths. For the power of the
horses is in their mouths and in their tails; for their tails are like serpents
and have heads; and with them they do harm.
"And the rest of mankind, who were
not killed by these plagues, did not repent of the works of their hands, so as not
to worship demons, and the idols of gold and of silver and of brass and of stone
and of wood, which can neither see nor hear nor walk; and they did not repent of
their murders nor of their sorceries nor of their immorality nor of their thefts."
Revelation 9:17-21
Cloud, rainbow, sun, fiery pillars, hyacinth, brimstone, smoke.
The blending of Johns poetic observations
in this chapter, help us feel the chaos. This is a time of restrained disappointment in
God's heart, as He calls those who remain to repent and come to Him.
People worship money and trees, the environment, celebrities,
demons, blood, animals, each other, symbols, stones, differences. It is like a smorgasbord of choices. We live and die by our choices, whether today or
for eternity. Reach out to someone who does
not know our Saviour...soon.
Take care with love, especially His! Your servant and friend in Christ, who prays
for you each morning, Darlene
URGENT PRAYER REQUESTS
- · Brody - Update: 1st Surgery went well. The second surgery which is more involved with skin grafts etc. won't be done until maybe Friday or later. Please continue to pray for him, his physicians and carers; and for Trish, his wife-to-be, as they are planning their wedding. Let this strengthen their commitment to Christ and to each other.
- · David R - swill spend the entire day in the hospital this Wednesday for some difficult diagnostic tests and needs many prayers to keep him calm and focused on the Lord holding him.
- · Matt - Heidi's brother has been in and out of Intensive Care again and is fighting a significant viral infection in his throat and other parts of his body, now identified and not strep.
- · Sergio - his search for a new job. Pray he will find something that allows him to use his immense talent and skills. He is in Mexico City and the work there, for graphic designers, is rare.
- · Fin - his lifetime friend and housemate passed away yesterday from an extended cancer. Pray for his family, friends and Fin.
- · Paul - Goes on two interviews this week. I am concerned for him. Pray he does not lose heart. He has not had work since 2012!!.
- · Me - received a call yesterday and have been asked to meet the client Tuesday next week. In the meantime, as the Lord does, seems another project is also looming. Please cover me in prayer that I trust in His all knowing hands and will.
PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING
- · Adrian - will not have to have his entire shoulder replaced which is great news. I've not heard progress on when the surgery will be performed. He seems focused on finding a new place to move. Pray others come to help him and that he does not overdo. Pray for his little companion dog, Toby to remain healthy; without him I think Adrian would give up.
- · Fion - the dust from the death of his father is settling, but Fion's heart will be tender for a long time yet. Continue to pray for his mother please.
- · BG - Is relieved there is a diagnosis of his massive headaches and awaits to begin treatment. Keep praying for wisdom and compassion in his health care providers and specialists.
- · Heidi - starts her new role on Tuesday this week and is very excited and thankful that God arranged this for her.
- · Raven - no signs of new cancer. She has the most wonderful day off with her daughter yesterday but was very tired.
NEW PRAYER REQUEST
- · FW - needs strength and resolve to keep focused and safe. Please pray for his parents Dave and Alice who will be moving to assisted living that they will have peace with this.
- · Pray I have the energy and focus to complete the updating of a new Kindle: Where is Christ in America? -- a special series written in 2003 for such a time as this.
PRAY FOR THE WORLD
- · That the Lord's hand is dramatically apparent in the lives of all who receive and read these devotions. That His mighty works will be worked out in each life for His purposes and glory in surprising and wonderful ways!
- · 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.
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.
- · Please pray for Rik, receiving specialist treatment for Lyme's Disease.
- · Adrian asks: "Pray for my friend, Chester with pancreatic cancer - for energy, strength and resolve as he deals with a worldly system that continues to abuse him; and that someone will come share Christ with him soon."
ONGOING PRAYER
- · For Fred as he deals with life without his beloved wife. Please pray for the recognition of how his life will be fulfilled now.
- · Shan needs clarity of purpose and direction for his ministry and he and Gemma need special prayer as they plan their wedding.
- · Pray for Toron, who at 18, is needing encouragement, care and direction.
- · Fion: He is working far too many hours. Pray the organisation he works with will improve conditions for him.
- · Hans is waiting for a place in a new training clinic (which may take up to 6 months). Pray he finds Christian companions and leaders wherever he is.
- · Deepak - has been doing a lot of overseas travelling in the past couple of weeks and needs to get rest and time to plan the next steps of his business.
- · Keep praying for the two unsaved women in Jo's Bible class: Angie and Liz.
- · There has been no update to numerous follow-ups regarding Wezley an 18-year old who lost her way. The Lord knows where she is, just keep praying for her that she turns to Him.
- · Bettina for additional strength and wisdom.
FOR THOSE IN FULL TIME
SERVICE
- · Audley and Beverly (stroke survivor) for help with their situation and his return to ministry.
- · Stu and Jo and their grown children, Laura and Jason - a family serving in full-time ministry in New Zealand. Keep them strong, healthy and resolute.
- · Isaias and Judith in the Philippines. Pray our Father continues to keep them strong and safe and that they find balance. They give so much to so many for so little. Take a moment to learn more about their tireless ministry: Go to: http://www.afciworld.org Look for "Nations" then click "Philippines".
- · Please pray for my good friend, JB, that our loving Father provides him with ample opportunity to continue his ministry.
- · Buddy and Susan Smith and Kevin and Sandy Currell need your prayers for their ministries in Australia.
- · The Catholic Church and the new Pope need your prayers that he will always put Jesus first in all his decisions.
SOMETHING NEW FOR
PRAYER WARRIORS
- · Elaine and Jim, wonderful friends of mine in Hong Kong have begun an online church with a special prayer room that is open 24/7. There are a small army of dedicated prayer warriors waiting to pray with you. Please pray for them and go here to learn more: Https://www.thelittlechurchworld.org/prayer-room
ADDITIONAL PRAYER REQUESTS
- · Linda and Ian, Rob and his daughter, Reg, Annette and Lyle, Carla and Paul, Jeff and Rachael and their wonderful families. Grateful thanks for their practical support and encouragement over many years.
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