Thursday, April 23, 2020

For Hans

 

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Psalm 34 - Taste and See - by Shane & Shane (Lyric Video)


“I will praise the Lord no matter what happens.  I will constantly speak of his glories and grace.  I will boast of all His kindness to me. 
Let all who are discouraged take heart.  Let us praise the Lord together, and exalt His name. 

“For I cried to Him and He answered me!  He freed me from all my fears.  Others too were radiant at what He did for them.  Theirs was no downcast look of rejection! 

“This poor man cried to the Lord – and the Lord heard him and saved him out of his troubles.  For the Angel of the Lord guards and rescues all who reverence Him.

“Oh, put God to the test and see how kind He is!  See for yourself the way His mercies shower down on all who trust in Him.  If you belong to the Lord, reverence Him; for everyone who does this has everything he needs.  Even strong young lions sometimes go hungry, but those of us who reverence the Lord will never lack any good thing.” Psalm 34:1-10

Sometimes a reminder of His greatness and our dependence on His greatness is enough.

Take care, your servant and friend in Christ, Darlene (who still prays for you each morning).

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

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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/

Please pray for all involved, for health care workers, those trying to contain the spread; for those contagious, for those who contract the virus, for those feeling afraid and lonely and for the families who have lost loved ones.  Pray they are wise, patient and take precautions to protect others. 

·        Today in 210 countries
·        2,709,949 reported cases
·        58,675 critical condition
·        190,098 reported deaths
  • Hans – A good friend in Germany had been diagnosed with lung cancer.  He began chemo yesterday and will continue for the next three days, then have regular infusions every three weeks.  Please pray for his healthcare providers and for his patience.  Pray he is surrounded by faithful and compassionate Christian friends who will support him through this journey.
  • Doris (my second mom) – celebrated her 101st birthday 22 December 2019.  She is suffering from lack of visitors now, has fallen twice, hitting her head and is being watched carefully.  She doesn’t understand why no one is visiting her and is not eating well. Thank the Lord for Patti, (daughter), and her husband John for their faithful support. 
  • Pray Freddy, Doris’ son, now in his third marriage, does more to help while she is still here and that he reaches out to his Father in heaven for guidance and hope. 
  • Penne – just lost her husband of 43 years after being his total caregiver for the last 10 years.  She suffers mental problems, stemming from a childhood experience and has reached out to Patti (pray for her wisdom and patience), but seems unstable and confused.  She has ‘disowned’ all her family, and although a believer does not attend fellowship for support.  Please pray for peace and God’s guidance for her that her faith may be invigorated once more.
  • USA President Donald Trump as he leads us through this pandemic – It is especially 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 Fall of 2020.  Pray for his wise attention to detail, stamina and roaring good health as he makes these life changes.
  • Me – my laptop was not fixed and I’m back to using the old one, sorry for the inconvenience and formatting of the devotions in your email versions.
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  • Sarah – had run away from home.  Police returned her home, put her in treatment and she is now with her parents.  She is not happy being there and watches every move her mother makes to escape again.  Very stressful during this time of ‘sheltering in place’.  They hope she will find a job when possible.  Thank you for praying and that she is finally home, getting help and support.
  • Julia – (Patti’s daughter) now teaching online so less stress.  Adrian (9-year old) is on new medication that is finally working and Micah (6-year old with Type 1 diabetes) have been getting along well.  Continue to pray for her strength, patience and resolute heart as she helps her children grow up.
  • Patti’s Best Friend – lost both her parents within six months after a lifetime of caring for them.  Her husband’s mother died in January and his 94-year old father now lives with them.  Help them take time for each other and keeping their faith strong.  

PRAY FOR THOSE IN FULL-TIME SERVICE

During this time, when the entire world is struggling to understand this ‘plague’, it is critical that each of us upholds our Christian leaders.  They will be a very stretched resource for us all.  Pray for their safety and strength their families and most of all, their wisdom to pace themselves.

PRAY FOR THOSE WITH ONGOING HEALTH CONCERNS

Many of us have family, friends and loved ones who are fragile health-wise.  It is important to protect them in wise and practical ways and most important we must pray even more for them that the Lord will have mercy on them during this challenging time.
  • My brother, Tim and Barb his wife
  • Christine’s husband 
  • Ray’s Dad 
  • David R
  • Sergio 
  • Gary McQ
  • Len Carbone
  • Liriel
  • Uncle Dwight 
  • Aunt Donna

PRAY FOR THE WORLD


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