Sunday, November 3, 2019

CALIFORNIA WILDFIRES






“Now the word of the Lord came to me saying, ‘Son of man, set your face toward Teman, and speak out against the south, and prophesy against the forest land of the Negev, and say to the forest of the Negev, ‘Hear the word of the Lord: 

“thus says the Lord God, ‘Behold, I am about to kindle a fire in you, and it shall consume every green tree in you, as well as every dry tree; the blazing flame will not be quenched, and the whole surface from south to north will be burned by it.  And all flesh will see that I, the Lord, have kindled it; it shall not be quenched.’  Then I said, ‘Ah Lord God!  They are saying of me, ‘Is he not just speaking parables?’’”  Ezekiel 20:45-49

God always has a plan, even in what seems to be a disaster beyond imagination.  That plan is always for our good and His glory.  Sometimes, dramatic events are considered just news worth, when we know that God is orchestrating a part of His mysterious plan for all.

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

PS:  Please pray for this ministry.  This is the 20th year of endeavouring to serve others in His name to offer a smattering of Scripture daily.  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 by doing 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 and some UPDATES too!

  • USA – that the Lord would demonstrate His power in unexpected and uniting ways during these times of unrest and confusion.  Help hearts settle and rest in Him alone.  Let the truth of God’s Word and ways overcome the drive to destroy our founding, Bible-based values.
  • California Wildfires so much destruction has happened through these fires. 
  • Yalawe no update.  He had his surgery (cancer) on 15 October.  Please pray for his full recovery and that his health providers and family would be extra gentle with him.
  • SJ – as he struggles with circumstances he did not anticipate.  Pray for his willingness, for wisdom of his counsellors as he wanders through this dark time.  Pray for his ability to rest  and forgive himself.
  • Annette and Lyle – Pray for travelling mercies as they begin the next phase of their wonderful lives together and for good health and a love that continues to bind them and their family together. 
  • UPDATE - Patti – faithful daughter of Doris, wife of John.  A Proverbs 31 woman, who need strength, energy and the ability to prioritise with grace and resolve.  Pray she will grow in confidence to say ‘no’ sometimes and enjoy a new season of serving her husband.
  • Terri – her relationship of 13 years has just broken and she needs prayers to travel through this journey.
  • Tracey – Pray Tracey finds a new role that will satisfy her and allow her to grow and share her skills and wisdom.
  • Me – Please continue to pray for me as I lead the Thursday Bible study at work.  Pray for my humility and wisdom to share the Word for His glory.  I will be putting the weekly series on the EspeciallyHis blog site as a resource for others. 

PRAY FOR THOSE IN FULL-TIME SERVICE

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