[God talking] “Therefore, I will allot Him a portion with the great, and He will divide the booty with the strong; because He poured out Himself to death, and was numbered with the transgressors; yet, He Himself bore the sin of many and interceded for the transgressors.” Isaiah 53:12-13
“But now apart from the Law, the righteousness of God has been manifested, being witnessed by the Law and the Prophets, even the righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ for all those who believe;
“for there is no distinction; for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, being justified as a gift by His grace through the redemption which is in Christ Jesus; whom God displayed publicly as a propitiation [full and perfect payment] in His blood through faith.
“This was to demonstrate His righteousness because in, the forbearance of God, He passed over the sins previously committed; for the demonstration, I say, of His righteousness at the present time, that He might be just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus.” Romans 3:21-26
If you read the Bible, watch the news, go to work or, well just live, you begin to wonder at how much evil and confusion, chaos, sorrow and suffering there is. You might wonder if God is paying attention at all or whether He can or cares to fix any of this mess.
He does. But not the way we think He will (or should). Our sin nature dwells in our hearts and we seek after our own way. It is rather hopeless when you think about it.
God being the Almighty Creator established a surprising plan from the first sin, to ensure His children had a way to eternal salvation -- accepting Jesus’ complete and perfect payment for every one of my, your and the world’s sins. But it is up to each of us to reach out and claim this gift.
Take care with love, especially His! Your servant and friend in Christ, who still prays for you each morning. Darlene
PS: Tomorrow begins Lent and together we will walk through a little book by Michael Raiter, Shadows of the Cross, Seeing Jesus in the Old Testament. I hope you will enjoy this special time of consideration.
PPS: Find my statement of faith by clicking or cut and paste this link into your Web browser: https://especiallyhislove.blogspot.com You can find the WeakDay Devotion online. Do a Google Search for “WeakDay Devotion.” (Also, there is a “Google Blogger” App you can download to read them on your phone.)
PPS: Find my statement of faith by clicking or cut and paste this link into your Web browser: https://especiallyhislove.blogspot.com You can find the WeakDay Devotion online. Do a Google Search for “WeakDay Devotion.” (Also, there is a “Google Blogger” App you can download to read them on your phone.)
NEW PRAYER REQUESTS?
· URGENT: Raging bush fires – some of the worst experienced in Victoria. Please pray for protection of the people in danger, the fire service workers, support groups working through this disaster and all the animals (we have many animals in that area that are endangered as it is).
· URGENT – A massive tropical storm/ typhoon is racing to the Philippines. Please pray for Isaias, his family and the Ambassadors for Christ ministry and seminary. Isaias and several of the seminary students are travelling through dangerous, mountainous passes. Also, continue to pray for Edna.
· UPDATE: Scott, just started a new job. Praise the Lord. Thank you for praying for him. Please continue your prayers for him to seek a relationship with the Lord for himself and his children.
· UPDATE - Sue Furbee and husband, Sam – They both thank you for your faithful prayers. The procedure has not shown any positive affect yet from the stem cell treatment. They remain hopeful as they were told it could take up to six months. Please keep praying for her recovery and for Sam’s care and devotion. For more information and to contribute to the high costs of the procedures visit their GoFundMe page: https://www.gofundme.com/sue-furbee
· UPDATE - Barbara – the results of her PET scan showed that the spot on her lung was no longer there. Thank you so much for praying for her and for Tim who supports her daily. They are my only family left and I’ve not seen them since 2006 and I miss them terribly.
· USA – that the Lord would demonstrate His power in an unexpected and uniting way during these times of unrest and confusion. Help hearts settle and rest on You alone.
· Sergio – lost his job and now looking again. He was recently diagnosed with adult-onset diabetes. Was living with his brother, but has been asked to move out, leaving him homeless.
· Claudio – Has had a disappointing setback and needs prayers for encouragement in his battle with liver cancer. Pray for his health carers to be compassionate and wise and for Elea, his wife, that she has the extra strength and hope to hold his hand through this.
· Toron – finishing his high school studies and needing strength, focus and confidence, especially with maths.
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