A WeakDay Devotion: November 2016

Wednesday, November 30, 2016

How the Symptoms Work!

"My dear friends, you have always obeyed. You obeyed God when I was with you. It is even more important that you obey now while I am not with you. Keep on working to complete your salvation, and do it with fear and trembling. Yes, God is working in you to help you want to do what pleases Him. Then He gives you the power to do it.

"Do everything without complaining or arguing. Then you will be innocent and without anything wrong in you. You will be God's children without fault. But you are living with crooked and mean people all around you.

"Among them you shine like stars in the dark world. You offer to them the teaching that gives life. So when Christ comes again, I can be happy because my work was not wasted. I ran in the race and won." Philippians 2:12-16 The Everyday Bible[1]

"For through the grace given to me I say to every man among you not to think more highly of himself than he ought to think; but to think so as to have sound judgment, as God has allotted to each a measure of faith." Romans 12:1

I hope you're not too tired of reading Philippians 2:12-16 in so many versions...but it really is a most remarkable passage! And we can't just skip over it quickly!

To me the most remarkable part of the part is that it is GOD who is building the desire and power within you to do the right thing...and He KNOWS you feel powerless to fix a weakness or habit in your life so HE helps you want to and He gives you the power to DO it!

There is value in pretending to be thoughtful, tolerant or polite, for instance. Because, one day, from that obedience will come conviction, just like the way unconditional love makes inroads in your heart until loving someone, regardless of their perceived faults or bad habits, is something you do with grace. That is the power of the Holy Spirit within you! Now isn't THAT neat!

Take care with love, especially His! Your servant and friend in Christ, who prays for you each morning, Darlene

PS: If any of you have ever wondered about my statement of faith, you can find it on the Especially His Love blog. Either click the link or cut and paste this link in your Web browser (http://especiallyhislove.blogspot.com.au/ )

URGENT PRAYER REQUEST

· UPDATE - JR - has passed away. I have no other details. Please pray for his wife Jenny, his family, friends at this time.
· My brother, Tim, who was close to JR - Pray for him in his loss that he has sufficient strength, wisdom and health during this difficult time. Pray also for Barb, his wife, to support him lovingly.

PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING

· Mel - (Meldapilu) broke her hip and shattered her kneecap, had a hip and knee replacement. She is home now and surprising the doctors by her dramatic progress. Pray for her healing and that there are family and friends available to care for her during her long recovery time.
· Doris - is home in the nursing facility of her retirement village and continuing therapy to help her regain her abilities, especially swallowing and has managed to get some chocolate. She is much happier to be with people she knows.
· Fin/Spencer - feeling better now from his surgery. Pray for his doctors and therapists that he will recover completely and have friends with him during this time, especially Deborah.
· Hans - (in West Germany) his therapy has been extended until March 2017 - a full nine months. He will begin working two half days a week in a store. He sounds quite happy. Pray the Lord gives him peace in his new situation and guards his family while he is away. Pray for those sharing this time with him that they truly care for him. Most of all, pray he finds Christian companions and leaders wherever he is.
· Me - I need a new project (have been looking since August!) However, the possibility of returning home for a visit seems to be reviving. Pray the Lord's will is to provide a way.
· Praise the Lord and pray for the many individuals in Russia, US, Australia, UK, Poland, Germany, France, Portugal, American Samoa, Romania, Ukraine, Estonia, Singapore, China, 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 ONGOING HEALTH CONCERNS

· UPDATE - Adrian - they are readjusting his meds and it is always difficult for him and quite painful. The cancer markers are no longer lowering. Pease pray for God's mercy and a plan to give Adrian some dignity and comfort in a new home; and continue to pray for his little companion dog, Toby. Toby may seem trivial, but he is very important to Adrian's mental well-being and a clear gift from the Lord during this time of pain and loneliness.
· Careena S - with MS and they suspect Lyme's Disease. She is a beautiful battler with a quiet and gentle heart for the Lord.
· UPDATE - David R - having blood pressure challenges again without his companion dog. Did meet a service dog and they could not be fully trained until June it seems. In the meantime, they have increased David's meds. Please give David serenity, courage and discernment at this time.
· Fred I – will have surgery 10th January. He thanks you for praying for him. Continue to keep him in your prayers.
· Patti (daughter of Doris) needs prayer for healing and refreshment. She has too many family, and other, responsibilities. Pray the Lord gives her wisdom in this area.
· BG - still having massive headaches (which they believe are mini-strokes). He needs our prayers at this time to strengthen him and keep him calm.
· Aunt Donna - (Doris' sister, age 84) has dementia. Please pray for her daughters for guidance in her care.
· Joanne - sister to David R, who is being overwhelmed by dementia and macular degeneration. She is one of the most gracious Christian women I have ever known.
· John - had a large sun melanoma removed from his arm and is recovering. He lost some of his ability to read after his stroke 2 yrs. ago and doctors believe he has regained as much of that ability as possible. Please pray for more patience and grace.
· Sandy - Tests are inconclusive, yet her symptoms persist. Pray for wise doctors. They suspect Crohn's Disease.
· CK - brother of John above, who is 78 suffered a stroke in April and is increasingly recovering skills, including being able to drive again. Pray for his continued recovery.

PRAYERS SPECIFICALLY FOR SALVATION

· Continue to pray for the special person you identified a few weeks ago in your assignment until they fall into His arms. Then you can pick another to pray for!
· Bobby and George - that they will begin to consider Christ.
· Karen - who I spoke with this week about the Lord, that in her confusion and the chaos of her job, she will search for His peace.
· Adam - life is filled with confusion and need. Pray someone comes alongside him to help him see how much the Lord cares for him.
· Rachael asks please to pray that Scott (in the USA) seeks the Lord for his sake and his children.
· Paul - continues to volunteer two or more days a week at St. Vincent De Paul charity. Has more job interviews lined up. I know the Lord is watching over him because of your prayers. Most of all pray his heart melts enough for the Truth to touch him where it hurts. He has not had work since 2011!
· Bible study in Jo's home continues. You can feel Jo's excitement as these women grow a step closer to understanding how loving the Lord Jesus is! Keep praying for Angie and Liz.
· Toron - (18-year-old) Pray for him to find direction and encouragement and most of all to come to the Lord.
· Lennie - PS ex-son-in-law. Please pray for his salvation. He is father to PS' 11 yr. old granddaughter's whom she spends half her time with because of shared custody.
· Sarah - urgently needs psychiatric care. Pray the Lord captures her heart through this situation. Pray for grace for her parents.
· DB's father - (84 years) please keep praying his heart opens to Christ. He is an avowed – and boastfully proud – atheist.
· Chester (Adrian's friend) with pancreatic cancer that someone will come share Christ with him soon.

ONGOING WORK RELATED

· Sergio - his projects have ended and he is looking for work again. He is in Mexico City where work for graphic designers is rare.

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.
· Donald Trump - the new president elect in the USA. If ever there was a time to pray for an individual, it is now. No matter whom you voted for or wanted as president...it is our responsibility as Christians to remember God has a plan through this man. Let us pray someone helps him understand the full meaning of giving his life in faith to our gracious Saviour and that he will have someone to disciple him. So much depends on it.

FOR THOSE IN FULL-TIME SERVICE

· Audley and Beverly (stroke survivor) for help with their situation. They just received word that Medicaid will no longer provide home care for her. Pray for wisdom for Audley as he cares for his beloved. Pray also that God continues to multiply the effectiveness of his radio ministry in Florida.
· Doug McIntosh - an invaluable contributor to my love of Bible study has multiple myelomas. Please pray for him, his family and the church he has worked so faithfully in, Cornerstone, in Lilburn Georgia.
· St Marks Anglican Church - Northbridge and the many who serve there: especially the pastors: Simon Flinders, Adam Street.
· Jo and Steve - Please pray their individual ministries in NZ and reconciliation with one of Jo's sisters.
· 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 - a land that is growing increasingly chaotic and dangerous. 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. Please, take a moment to learn more about their tireless ministry: Go to: http://www.afciworld.org Look for "Nations" then click: "Philippines".
· Jenny S - a Bible teacher and expositor who serves in many areas, for strength and protection.
· Please pray for my good friend, JB, that our loving Father provides him ample opportunity to continue his ministry in Sydney.
· Buddy and Susan Smith (in Queensland) and Kevin and Sandy Currell (in Melbourne) need your prayers for their ministries.
· The Catholic Church and the Pope, who need our prayers that he will always put Jesus first in all his decisions.

SOMETHING NEW FOR PRAYER WARRIORS

· Elaine and Jim -in Hong Kong have begun an online church with a special prayer room that is open 24/7. A small army of dedicated prayer warriors is waiting to pray with you. Please pray for them and go here to learn more: Https://www.thelittlechurchworld.org/prayer-room

ONGOING PRAYER

· Steve/ Fion - thanks you for your prayers for his Mother. She is doing well. He is still pacing himself through his heavy workload at his university post in Oklahoma. Pray for his strength, more funding and wisdom for the organisation
· Deepak - has worked tirelessly for years to develop his business and needs people to pay what they owe him and give him more time with his young daughter.
· Chris H - pray his heart is focused on the Lord and His will for his life and future.
· Linda and Ian, Rob and his daughter, DB, PS, Reg, JD, Annette and Lyle, Carla and Paul, Jeff and Rachael and their wonderful families. Grateful thanks for their practical support and encouragement over many years.

Tuesday, November 29, 2016

Symptom Five of Salvation

"Consequently, my beloved, just as you have always obeyed, not only when I was with you but even more so now that I am absent from you, cultivate your own salvation with reverence and trepidation, for it is God who is at work within you, so as to will and to work for His good pleasure.

"Do it all without grumbling and objections, so that you may be blameless and innocent, God's faultless children in the midst of a crooked and perverted generation, among whom you shine like stars in the world, thus holding fast to the message of life as to be my pride on the day of Christ, because I shall neither have run nor laboured in vain." Philippians 2:12-16 - The Holy Bible - Revised Berkeley Version in Modern English[1]

On a trip home, my friend Frank Cawood, arranged for me to share lunch with a gentle Christian, Patrick Johnstone. Let me go back a bit...I moved to Australia in 1989 and attended a life-changing course on prayer (Change the World School of Prayer[2] click the link or cut and paste this one into your browser: http://www.ehc.org/ctwsop). Afterward, I was given a gift from my first Christian friend in Australia, John Bensley, called Operation World[3] or http://www.operationworld.org/)

As a young Navigator (https://www.navigators.org/Home) my prayer life was punctuated by my unfurling a huge map of the world onto the end of my bed during prayer times to pray for missionaries, of whom I longed to be one.

Operation World, however, changed my prayer life and perspective on what missionary work is truly about. I prayed through the book each year until the pages fell out. Updated versions grew to be too large to carry with me...(you can find it online nowadays)!

The fifth symptom of salvation is a heart for evangelism...a missionary heart, not just by living a "good" life but by risking all and going forth into the mission field the Lord has entrusted to you, be that your workplace, a sports team or to the furthest parts of the world!

Take care with love, especially His! Your servant and friend in Christ, who prays for you each morning, Darlene

URGENT PRAYER REQUEST

· UPDATE - JR - passed away yesterday. I have no other details. Please pray for his wife Jenny, his family, friends during this time.
· My brother, Tim, who was close to JR - Pray for his strength, wisdom and health during this difficult time and for his wife, Barbara during this time.
· UPDATE - Ohio State University - pray for those wounded and hospitalised from the rampage attack yesterday. Pray in thanks for those who took swift action to manage the situation and save more lives. Eleven were wounded and one is in serious condition -- social media was put to a very good use!

PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING

· Hans - (in West Germany) his therapy has been extended until February 2017 and they have offered to help him find work in environmental protection engineering. So, he is very happy. Pray the Lord gives him peace in his new situation and guards his family while he is away. Pray for those sharing this time with him that they truly care for him. Most of all, pray he finds Christian companions and leaders wherever he is.
· Praise the Lord and pray for the many individuals in Russia, US, Australia, UK, Poland, Germany, France, Portugal, American Samoa, Romania, Ukraine, Estonia, Singapore, China, 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 ONGOING HEALTH CONCERNS

· UPDATE - Adrian - they are readjusting his meds and it is always difficult for him and quite painful. The cancer markers are no longer lowering. Pease pray for God's mercy and a plan to give Adrian some dignity and comfort in a new home; and continue to pray for his little companion dog, Toby. Toby may seem trivial, but he is very important to Adrian's mental well-being and a clear gift from the Lord during this time of pain and loneliness.
· Mel - broke her hip and shattered her kneecap, had a hip and knee replacement. She is home now recovering. Pray for her healing and that there are family and friends available to care for her during her long recovery time.
· Doris - is now back in Ashland in the nursing facility of her retirement village. She is having regular therapies to help her regain her abilities, including swallowing. Oh and she has managed to get some chocolate. She is much happier to be with people she knows.
· Careena S - with MS and they suspect Lyme's Disease. She is a beautiful battler with a quiet and gentle heart for the Lord.
· UPDATE - David R - having blood pressure challenges again without his companion dog. Did meet a service dog and they could not be fully trained until June it seems. In the meantime, they have increased David's meds. Please give David serenity, courage and discernment at this time.
· Fred I – will have surgery 10th January. He thanks you for praying for him. Continue to keep him in your prayers.
· Patti (daughter of Doris) needs prayer for healing and refreshment. She has too many family and other responsibilities. Pray the Lord gives her wisdom in this area.
· BG - still having massive headaches (which they believe are mini-strokes). He needs our prayers at this time to strengthen him and keep him calm.
· Fin - feeling better now from his surgery. Pray for his doctors and therapists that he will recover completely and have friends with him during this time, especially Deborah.
· Aunt Donna - (Doris' sister, age 84) has dementia. Please pray for her daughters for guidance in her care.
· Joanne - sister to David R, who is being overwhelmed by dementia and macular degeneration. She is one of the most gracious Christian women I have ever known.
· John - had a large sun melanoma removed from his arm and is recovering. He lost some of his ability to read after his stroke 2 yrs. ago and doctors believe he has regained as much of that ability as possible. Please pray for more patience and grace.
· Sandy - Tests are inconclusive, yet her symptoms persist. Pray for wise doctors. They suspect Crohn's Disease.
· CK - brother of John above, who is 78 suffered a stroke in April and is increasingly recovering skills, including being able to drive again. Pray for his continued recovery.

PRAYERS SPECIFICALLY FOR SALVATION

· Continue to pray for the special person you identified a few weeks ago in your assignment until they fall into His arms. Then you can pick another to pray for!
· Bobby and George - that they will begin to consider Christ.
· Karen - who I spoke with yesterday about the Lord, that in her confusion and the chaos of her job, she will search for His peace.
· Adam - has not yet accepted Christ and his life is filled with confusion at this time as he wants so much to have a wife. Please pray for him to be strong and that God would provide wise counsel for him during this time of pressure.
· Rachael asks please to pray that Scott (in the USA) seeks the Lord for his sake and his children.
· Paul - continues to volunteer two or more days a week at St. Vincent De Paul charity. Has more job interviews lined up. I know the Lord is watching over him because of your prayers. Most of all pray his heart melts enough for the Truth to touch him where it hurts. He has not had work since 2011!
· Bible study in Jo's home continues. You can feel Jo's excitement as these women grow a step closer to understanding how loving the Lord Jesus is! Keep praying for Angie and Liz.
· Toron - (18-year-old) Pray for him to find direction and encouragement and most of all to come to the Lord.
· Lennie - PS ex-son-in-law. Please pray for his salvation. He is father to PS' 11 yr. old granddaughter's whom she spends half her time with because of shared custody.
· Sarah - urgently needs psychiatric care. Pray the Lord captures her heart through this situation. Pray for grace for her parents.
· DB's father - (84 years) please keep praying his heart opens to Christ. He is an avowed – and boastfully proud – atheist.
· Chester (Adrian's friend) with pancreatic cancer that someone will come share Christ with him soon.

ONGOING WORK RELATED

· Sergio - his projects have ended and he is looking for work again. He is in Mexico City where work for graphic designers is rare.
· Me - I need encouragement and a new project, as I have had no work since August! There is little chance I will be home for a visit now.

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.
· Donald Trump - the new president elect in the USA. If ever there was a time to pray for an individual, it is now. No matter whom you voted for or wanted as president...it is our responsibility as Christians to remember God has a plan through this man. Let us pray someone helps him understand the full meaning of giving his life in faith to our gracious Saviour and that he will have someone to disciple him. So much depends on it.

FOR THOSE IN FULL-TIME SERVICE

· Audley and Beverly (stroke survivor) for help with their situation. They just received word that Medicaid will no longer provide home care for her. Pray for wisdom for Audley as he cares for his beloved. Pray also that God continues to multiply the effectiveness of his radio ministry in Florida.
· Doug McIntosh - an invaluable contributor to my love of Bible study has multiple myelomas. Please pray for him, his family and the church he has worked so faithfully in, Cornerstone, in Lilburn Georgia.
· St Marks Anglican Church - Northbridge and the many who serve there: especially the pastors: Simon Flinders, Adam Street.
· Jo and Steve - Please pray their individual ministries in NZ and reconciliation with one of Jo's sisters.
· 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 - a land that is growing increasingly chaotic and dangerous. 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. Please, take a moment to learn more about their tireless ministry: Go to: http://www.afciworld.org Look for "Nations" then click: "Philippines".
· Jenny S - a Bible teacher and expositor who serves in many areas, for strength and protection.
· Please pray for my good friend, JB, that our loving Father provides him ample opportunity to continue his ministry in Sydney.
· Buddy and Susan Smith (in Queensland) and Kevin and Sandy Currell (in Melbourne) need your prayers for their ministries.
· The Catholic Church and the Pope, who need our prayers that he will always put Jesus first in all his decisions.

SOMETHING NEW FOR PRAYER WARRIORS

· Elaine and Jim -in Hong Kong have begun an online church with a special prayer room that is open 24/7. A small army of dedicated prayer warriors is waiting to pray with you. Please pray for them and go here to learn more: Https://www.thelittlechurchworld.org/prayer-room

ONGOING PRAYER

· Steve/ Fion - thanks you for your prayers for his Mother. She is doing well. He is still pacing himself through his heavy workload at his university post in Oklahoma. Pray for his strength, more funding and wisdom for the organisation
· Deepak - has worked tirelessly for years to develop his business and needs people to pay what they owe him and give him more time with his young daughter.
· Chris H - pray his heart is focused on the Lord and His will for his life and future.
· Linda and Ian, Rob and his daughter, DB, PS, Reg, JD, Annette and Lyle, Carla and Paul, Jeff and Rachael and their wonderful families. Grateful thanks for their practical support and encouragement over many years.

[2] © Dick Eastman, Change the World of Prayer, published by The World Literature Crusade.

Monday, November 28, 2016

Symptom Four of Salvation

"So then, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed me -- and that not only when I was with you -- now, even more in my absence, complete the salvation that God has given you with a proper sense of awe and responsibility.

"For it is God who is at work within you, giving you the will and the power to achieve His purpose.

"Do all you have to do without grumbling or arguing, so that you may be blameless and harmless, faultless children of God, living in a warped and diseased age, and shining like lights in a dark world.

"For you hold up in your hands the very word of life. Thus can you give me something to be proud of in the day of Christ, for I shall know then that I did not spend my energy in vain." Philippians 2:12-16 The Phillips Bible[1]

Amemptos. Akeraios. Amomos! These three Greek words collectively describe our Christian purity: to be blameless, harmless and without rebuke!

1. The first word, blameless, is how the world around us should see us as His followers, transparent examples of this purity.

2. The second word, harmless, is what we are to ourselves, in our heart of hearts and hints at living an unmixed or unadulterated life -- to be absolutely sincere, clean and pure in thought and character.

3. The third word , without rebuke, describes how God sees us, that we are spotless or unblemished - fit as a sacrifice for His purposes.

Christian purity, as William Barclay says, "is blameless in the sight of the world, sincere within itself, and fit to stand the scrutiny of God."[2]

Take care with love, especially His! Your servant and friend in Christ, who prays for you each morning, Darlene

URGENT PRAYER REQUEST

· Ohio State University - main campus in Columbus Ohio is where I attended uni. Today, someone went on a rampage and attacked others -- nine have been wounded. Please be with those recovering from the physical and psychological trauma.

PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING

· Hans - (in West Germany) his therapy has been extended until February 2017 and they have offered to help him find work in environmental protection engineering. So, he is very happy. Pray the Lord gives him peace in his new situation and guards his family while he is away. Pray for those sharing this time with him that they truly care for him. Most of all, pray he finds Christian companions and leaders wherever he is.
· Praise the Lord and pray for the many individuals in Russia, US, Australia, UK, Poland, Germany, France, Portugal, American Samoa, Romania, Ukraine, Estonia, Singapore, China, 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 ONGOING HEALTH CONCERNS

· UPDATE - Adrian - they are readjusting his meds and it is always difficult for him and quite painful. The cancer markers are no longer lowering. Pease pray for God's mercy and a plan to give Adrian some dignity and comfort in a new home; and continue to pray for his little companion dog, Toby. Toby may seem trivial, but he is very important to Adrian's mental well-being and a clear gift from the Lord during this time of pain and loneliness.
· Mel - broke her hip and shattered her kneecap, had a hip and knee replacement. She is home now recovering. Pray for her healing and that there are family and friends available to care for her during her long recovery time.
· Doris - is now back in Ashland in the nursing facility of her retirement village. She is having regular therapies to help her regain her abilities, including swallowing. Oh and she has managed to get some chocolate. She is much happier to be with people she knows.
· Careena S - with MS and they suspect Lyme's Disease. She is a beautiful battler with a quiet and gentle heart for the Lord.
· UPDATE - David R - having blood pressure challenges again without his companion dog. Did meet a service dog and they could not be fully trained until June it seems. In the meantime, they have increased David's meds. Please give David serenity, courage and discernment at this time.
· Fred I – will have surgery 10th January. He thanks you for praying for him. Continue to keep him in your prayers.
· Patti (daughter of Doris) needs prayer for healing and refreshment. She has too many family and other responsibilities. Pray the Lord gives her wisdom in this area.
· BG - still having massive headaches (which they believe are mini-strokes). He needs our prayers at this time to strengthen him and keep him calm.
· Fin - feeling better now from his surgery. Pray for his doctors and therapists that he will recover completely and have friends with him during this time, especially Deborah.
· Aunt Donna - (Doris' sister, age 84) has dementia. Please pray for her daughters for guidance in her care.
· Joanne - sister to David R, who is being overwhelmed by dementia and macular degeneration. She is one of the most gracious Christian women I have ever known.
· John - had a large sun melanoma removed from his arm and is recovering. He lost some of his ability to read after his stroke 2 yrs. ago and doctors believe he has regained as much of that ability as possible. Please pray for more patience and grace.
· Sandy - Tests are inconclusive, yet her symptoms persist. Pray for wise doctors. They suspect Crohn's Disease.
· CK - brother of John above, who is 78 suffered a stroke in April and is increasingly recovering skills, including being able to drive again. Pray for his continued recovery.

PRAYERS SPECIFICALLY FOR SALVATION

· Continue to pray for the special person you identified a few weeks ago in your assignment until they fall into His arms. Then you can pick another to pray for!
· Bobby and George - that they will begin to consider Christ.
· Karen - who I spoke with yesterday about the Lord, that in her confusion and the chaos of her job, she will search for His peace.
· Adam - has not yet accepted Christ and his life is filled with confusion at this time as he wants so much to have a wife. Please pray for him to be strong and that God would provide wise counsel for him during this time of pressure.
· UPDATE - JR - is home. Celebrating life and filling his days with pleasant memories. His attitude remains good. (He has rapidly advancing small cell carcinoma in his brain.) Please pray for him and the quality of life and time he has, for his wife Jenny, his family, friends and the health carers as they deal with this serious situation. Pray most of all that his heart opens to the love and grace of Jesus' gift of grace.
· (My brother, Tim, who loves the Lord and is ministering to JR - Pray for his strength, wisdom, courage, health and patience during this difficult time. And, that God gives him the words to say to touch JR's heart. Tim has shared his testimony with JR and cares about him very much.)
· Rachael asks please to pray that Scott (in the USA) seeks the Lord for his sake and his children.
· Paul - continues to volunteer two or more days a week at St. Vincent De Paul charity. Has more job interviews lined up. I know the Lord is watching over him because of your prayers. Most of all pray his heart melts enough for the Truth to touch him where it hurts. He has not had work since 2011!
· Bible study in Jo's home continues. You can feel Jo's excitement as these women grow a step closer to understanding how loving the Lord Jesus is! Keep praying for Angie and Liz.
· Toron - (18-year-old) Pray for him to find direction and encouragement and most of all to come to the Lord.
· Lennie - PS ex-son-in-law. Please pray for his salvation. He is father to PS' 11 yr. old granddaughter's whom she spends half her time with because of shared custody.
· Sarah - urgently needs psychiatric care. Pray the Lord captures her heart through this situation. Pray for grace for her parents.
· DB's father - (84 years) please keep praying his heart opens to Christ. He is an avowed – and boastfully proud – atheist.
· Chester (Adrian's friend) with pancreatic cancer that someone will come share Christ with him soon.

ONGOING WORK RELATED

· Sergio - his projects have ended and he is looking for work again. He is in Mexico City where work for graphic designers is rare.
· Me - I need encouragement and a new project, as I have had no work since August! There is little chance I will be home for a visit now.

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.
· Donald Trump - the new president elect in the USA. If ever there was a time to pray for an individual, it is now. No matter whom you voted for or wanted as president...it is our responsibility as Christians to remember God has a plan through this man. Let us pray someone helps him understand the full meaning of giving his life in faith to our gracious Saviour and that he will have someone to disciple him. So much depends on it.

FOR THOSE IN FULL-TIME SERVICE

· Audley and Beverly (stroke survivor) for help with their situation. They just received word that Medicaid will no longer provide home care for her. Pray for wisdom for Audley as he cares for his beloved. Pray also that God continues to multiply the effectiveness of his radio ministry in Florida.
· Doug McIntosh - an invaluable contributor to my love of Bible study has multiple myelomas. Please pray for him, his family and the church he has worked so faithfully in, Cornerstone, in Lilburn Georgia.
· St Marks Anglican Church - Northbridge and the many who serve there: especially the pastors: Simon Flinders, Adam Street.
· Jo and Steve - Please pray their individual ministries in NZ and reconciliation with one of Jo's sisters.
· 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 - a land that is growing increasingly chaotic and dangerous. 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. Please, take a moment to learn more about their tireless ministry: Go to: http://www.afciworld.org Look for "Nations" then click: "Philippines".
· Jenny S - a Bible teacher and expositor who serves in many areas, for strength and protection.
· Please pray for my good friend, JB, that our loving Father provides him ample opportunity to continue his ministry in Sydney.
· Buddy and Susan Smith (in Queensland) and Kevin and Sandy Currell (in Melbourne) need your prayers for their ministries.
· The Catholic Church and the Pope, who need our prayers that he will always put Jesus first in all his decisions.

SOMETHING NEW FOR PRAYER WARRIORS

· Elaine and Jim -in Hong Kong have begun an online church with a special prayer room that is open 24/7. A small army of dedicated prayer warriors is waiting to pray with you. Please pray for them and go here to learn more: Https://www.thelittlechurchworld.org/prayer-room

ONGOING PRAYER

· Steve/ Fion - thanks you for your prayers for his Mother. She is doing well. He is still pacing himself through his heavy workload at his university post in Oklahoma. Pray for his strength, more funding and wisdom for the organisation
· Deepak - has worked tirelessly for years to develop his business and needs people to pay what they owe him and give him more time with his young daughter.
· Chris H - pray his heart is focused on the Lord and His will for his life and future.
· Linda and Ian, Rob and his daughter, DB, PS, Reg, JD, Annette and Lyle, Carla and Paul, Jeff and Rachael and their wonderful families. Grateful thanks for their practical support and encouragement over many years.

[2] The Letters to Philippians, Colossians, Thessalonians, William Barclay, published by The Saint Andrews Press, Edinburg.

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