"Fools,
because of their rebellious way, and because of their iniquities were
afflicted. Their soul abhorred all kinds
of food; and they drew near to the gates of death. Then they cried out to the Lord in their
trouble; He saved them out of their distresses.
He
sent His Word and healed them and delivered them from their destructions. Let them give thanks to the Lord for His
lovingkindness, and for His wonders to the sons of men! Let them also offer sacrifices of
thanksgiving and tell of His works with joyful singing." Psalm 107:17-22
[Jesus
speaking] "'Truly, truly, I say to you, an hour is coming and now is,
when the dead shall hear the voice of the Son of God and those who hear shall
live. For just as the Father has life in
Himself, even so He gave to the Son also to have life in Himself; and He gave
Him authority to execute judgment, because He is the Son of Man.'" John 5:25-27
"But
all things become visible when they are exposed by the light, for everything
that becomes visible is light. For this
reason, it says, 'Awake sleeper, and arise from the dead, and Christ will shine
on you.'
Therefore,
be careful how you walk, not as unwise men, but as wise, making the most of
your time, because the days are evil. So
then do not be foolish but understand what the will of the Lord is." Ephesians 5:13-17
There
are people in the world -- some you may even know -- who are uninterested,
uninspired in learning about the Lord and spiritually dead. These people -- though lost -- appear to be
successful, in command, strong and comfortable.
Yet
in their hearts, they have no hope for their tomorrows whether they realise it
or not. You may be the one person God
will use to affect the spiritual awakening of that lost family member, friend
or colleague.
Please
be alert and watchful; and pray that you will be ready, willing and able to
give an answer for your "beacon-type" of life. Easter is one of those special times when
people are especially sensitivity to this age old ‘story’.
Take
care with love, especially His! Your
servant and friend in Christ, who still prays for you each morning. Darlene
PS:
My statement of faith: https://especiallyhislove.blogspot.com You can find the WeakDay Devotion online by
doing a Google search for “WeakDay Devotion” (Also, there is an android “Google
Blogger” app you can download to read them on your phone.)
NEW PRAYER REQUESTS and UPDATES
(NOTE:
Words underlined have a link embedded to
provide more details)
To serve you in a new way, I’m researching and writing
practical information for you about the pandemic. Please visit:
https://newsaboutcovid19.blogspot.com/
Now
declared a Pandemic by the World Health Organisation (WHO), a national
emergency by USA and Australia. Please
pray for all involved, for health care workers, those trying to contain the
spread; for those contagious and for those who contract the virus and for the
families who have lost loved ones. Pray
they are wise, patient and take precautions to protect others.
·
Today
in 162 countries
·
179,958
confirmed cases
·
6,162
critical condition
·
7,100
reported deaths
- Scott – getting married March 26th, they will be a
blended and Blessed couple. Thank
you for praying all these years for him and his children.
- Baby Jolie– a
year old, struggling to recover from meningitis and kidney failure. Still in hospital. Her leg may still require
amputation. She is responding VERY
SLOWLY. Many hurdles must be crossed. Pray for her, her parents and her health
care providers. Once home,
hopefully soon, she will need full-time nursing care. Praise the Lord. Family so grateful for all your prayers.
- Savannah – has a very long road to travel. The 15-year-old granddaughter of Cliff
and Beth, diagnosed with a difficult-to-treat, psychological disorder with
potential serious consequences. New
meds seem to be helping. She is
showing progress with this brain injury.
Pray for her attitude, wisdom for her health carers, patience for
her parents and complete healing.
- USA President Donald Trump – It is our responsibility as Christians to
remember God has a plan through this man. If you doubt the importance of his
appointment, just look at how much antagonism there is against him. Surely Satan is NOT happy and means to
thwart God’s plan. Pray someone
helps President Trump understand the true meaning of a personal
relationship with Jesus Christ, that he will have a driving hunger to read
God’s Word for himself and that God sends a Bible-believing Christian to
regularly disciple him in the Truth and that God shuts the mouths of the
false prophets who circle around him.
- Fred – is making plans to move from California to Tennessee in the first
quarter of 2020. Pray for his wise
attention to detail, stamina and roaring good health as he makes these
life changes.
- Tracey – Pray Tracey finds a new role to satisfy her and allow her to grow
and share her skills and wisdom.
- Me – New project going well. Thank
you for praying (ends 9 April). Laptop
due back this week, hopefully.
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