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“And when they came to the multitude, a man came up to Him, falling on his knees before Him, and saying, ‘Lord have mercy on my son, for he is a lunatic, and is very ill; for he often falls into the fire, and often into the water.  And I brought him to Your disciples, and they could not cure him.’

“And Jesus answered and said, ‘O unbelieving and perverted generation, how long shall I be with you?  How long shall I put up with you?  Bring him here to Me.’  And Jesus rebuked him, and the demon came out of him, and the boy was cured at once. 

“Then the disciples came to Jesus privately and said, ‘Why could we not cast it out?’  And He said to them, ‘Because of the littleness of your faith; for truly I say to you, if you have faith as a mustard seed, you shall say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it shall move; and nothing shall be impossible to you.’” Matthew 17:14-20

Our struggles seem almost to mock the triumphant slogans about God’s love and personal concern that you often hear in Christian circles.  No one is immune to the downward spiral of disappointment. 

It happens to all of us.  First comes disappointments (big or little), then a tiny mustard seed of doubt takes root, then anger raises its mighty head, or we feel betrayed.  All this leads to questioning whether God is trustworthy – can we stake our lives and our eternal future in His hands?

[Jesus teaching] “’All things have been handed over to Me by My Father; and no one knows the Son except the Father, nor does anyone know the Father, except the Son, and anyone to whom the Son wills to reveal Him. 

“’Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest.  Take My yoke upon you, and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart; and you shall find rest for your souls.  For My yoke is easy, and My load is light.’” Matthew 11:27-3-

And there is the answer to nipping disappointment in the bud!

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

PS:  My statement of faith:  https://especiallyhislove.blogspot.com  (also you will find a series of beginner Bible studies there.). Also, you can find the WeakDay Devotion online by doing a Google search for ‘WeakDay Devotion’.  (Also, there is an android ‘Goggle Blogger’ app you can download to read them on your phone.)

COVID-19

Please pray for all those involved in making critical decisions during this time of pandemic.  Pray for those who have lost loved ones, those who contract the virus, the healthcare workers, those on the front line and for all those feeling afraid, lonely or confused.  Pray all are wise, patient and take precautions to contain the effects.  For practical information, please visit https://newsaboutcovid19.blogspot.com/

Latest Statistics

·        Today in 215 countries

·        6,233,150 reported cases

·        53,398 in serious condition

·        373,094 reported deaths (some are related to pre-existing conditions)

NEW PRAYER REQUESTS

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·        USA – Pray the Lord will 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.  For Christ-centre, Bible-based revival in the USA and religious freedom for Christians wherever they may be.

·        Hans – a dear friend in Germany, diagnosed with lung cancer that has metastasized, home for the next three weeks before he resumes chemo.  Pray for his healthcare providers, his patience and wisdom.  Pray he is surrounded by faithful and compassionate Christian friends who will support him through this journey.  Pray for his Mom (age 83) is unwell herself.  Pray their time together will be filled with extraordinary good memories and love.

·        Scott – recently married.  Pray he finds a job soon so he can provide for his new wife and two children.  Help him reach out for the hand of our loving Heavenly Father so he recognises God is working in all this for the best outcome for them all.

·        Penne – recently widowed after 43 years, the last ten of which she was her husband’s full-time caregiver.  She suffers mental problems from a childhood experience and has reached out to Patti (who asks for wisdom and patience).  Penne has ‘disowned’ all her family, and although a believer, does not attend fellowship for support.  Please pray for her peace of mind and God’s guidance.

·        USA President Donald Trump – As Christians it is our responsibility to pray for our leaders and know that God has a plan for the USA through this man.  If you doubt the importance of his appointment, just look at the baseless antagonism against him. Surely Satan is NOT happy and means to thwart God’s plan.  Pray someone helps President Trump and Melania to understand the true meaning of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and that they will both have a insatiable hunger to read God’s Word for themselves – and that God sends a Bible-Believing Christian to regularly disciple them in the Truth – and that God shuts the mouths of the false prophets who regularly circle around them.

·        Fred I – planning a move from California to Tennessee in the Fall of 2020 (if possible).  Pray for his wise attention to detail, stamina and roaring good health, as he makes these life changes.

·        Unnamed – 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.  Pray they take time for each other and keep their faith strong.

·        Ravi Zacharias – is home with the Lord, now.  Pray for his family and friends as they grieve his loss and for the continuation of his ministry. 

·        Those who loved Doris – pray for those of us who grieve the loss of a remarkable woman who helped bring me to His Cross.

Pray for those in full-time service

During this time, when the entire world is struggling to understand this new ‘plague’, it is critical for us to uphold our Christian leaders.  They will be needed everywhere.  Pray for their wisdom, safety, ingenuity, strength and for their families.

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 practical ways and most important we must pray even more for them that the Lord will have mercy on them during this challenging time.

Pray for the World

SMALL OR LARGE PRAYERS?

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Keith & Kristyn Getty, Selah

“You ask and you do not receive, because you ask with wrong motives, so that you may spent it on your pleasures.”  James 4:4

“And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance proven character; and proven character, hope; and hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out within our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us.

“For while were still helpless, at the right time Christ died for the ungodly.  For one will hardly die for a righteous man; though perhaps for the good man someone would dare even to die.  But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:3-8

“Where is God when I hurt emotionally?  Disappointment with God does not come only in dramatic circumstances.  For me, it also edges unexpectedly into the mundaneness of everyday life … petty disappointments tend to accumulate over time, undermining my faith with a lava flow of doubt. 

“I start to wonder whether God cares about everyday details about me.  I am tempted to pray less often, having concluded in advance that it won’t matter.  Or will it?  My emotions and my faith waver.  Once those doubts seep in, I am even less prepared for times of major crisis. … If so many small prayers go unanswered about about the big ones?”[1]

Something to think about this weekend.

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

PS:  My statement of faith:  https://especiallyhislove.blogspot.com  (also you will find a series of beginner Bible studies there.). Also, you can find the WeakDay Devotion online by doing a Google search for ‘WeakDay Devotion’.  (Also, there is an android ‘Goggle Blogger’ app you can download to read them on your phone.)

COVID-19

(NOTE:  Words underlined have a link embedded to provide more details)

Please pray for all those involved in making critical decisions during this time of pandemic.  Pray for those who have lost loved ones, those who contract the virus, the healthcare workers, those on the front line and for all those feeling afraid, lonely or confused.  Pray all are wise, patient and take precautions to contain the effects.  For practical information, please visit https://newsaboutcovid19.blogspot.com/

Latest Statistics

·        Today in 215 countries

·        5,867,864 reported cases

·        52,866 in serious condition

·        360,445 reported deaths (some are related to pre-existing conditions)

NEW PRAYER REQUESTS

·        Hans – a dear friend in Germany, diagnosed with lung cancer that has metastasized, home for the next three weeks before he resumes chemo.  Pray for his healthcare providers, his patience and wisdom.  Pray he is surrounded by faithful and compassionate Christian friends who will support him through this journey.  Pray for his Mom (age 83) is unwell herself.  Pray their time together will be filled with extraordinary good memories and love.

·        Scott – recently married.  Pray he finds a job soon so he can provide for his new wife and two children.  Help him reach out for the hand of our loving Heavenly Father so he recognises God is working in all this for the best outcome for them all.

·        Penne – recently widowed after 43 years, the last ten of which she was her husband’s full-time caregiver.  She suffers mental problems from a childhood experience and has reached out to Patti (who asks for wisdom and patience).  Penne has ‘disowned’ all her family, and although a believer, does not attend fellowship for support.  Please pray for her peace of mind and God’s guidance.

·        USA President Donald Trump – As Christians it is our responsibility to pray for our leaders and know that God has a plan for the USA through this man.  If you doubt the importance of his appointment, just look at the baseless antagonism against him. Surely Satan is NOT happy and means to thwart God’s plan.  Pray someone helps President Trump and Melania to understand the true meaning of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and that they will both have a insatiable hunger to read God’s Word for themselves – and that God sends a Bible-Believing Christian to regularly disciple them in the Truth – and that God shuts the mouths of the false prophets who regularly circle around them.

·        Fred I – planning a move from California to Tennessee in the Fall of 2020 (if possible).  Pray for his wise attention to detail, stamina and roaring good health, as he makes these life changes.

·        Unnamed – 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.  Pray they take time for each other and keep their faith strong.

·        Ravi Zacharias – is home with the Lord, now.  Pray for his family and friends as they grieve his loss and for the continuation of his ministry. 

·        Those who loved Doris – pray for those of us who grieve the loss of a remarkable woman who helped bring me to His Cross.

Pray for those in full-time service

During this time, when the entire world is struggling to understand this new ‘plague’, it is critical for us to uphold our Christian leaders.  They will be needed everywhere.  Pray for their wisdom, safety, ingenuity, strength and for their families.

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 practical ways and most important we must pray even more for them that the Lord will have mercy on them during this challenging time.

Pray for the World

Praise and Thanksgiving

Pray Specifically for Someone's Salvation

Ongoing Personal Prayers

WHEN YOU ARE IN THE DARK

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Captain Tom Moore, Michael Ball & The NHS Voices of Care Choir

“Now there was a day when the sons of God came to present themselves before the Lord, and Satan also came among them.  And the Lord said to Satan, ‘From where do you come?  Then Satan answered the Lord and said, ‘From roaming about on the earth and walking around on it.’

“And the Lord said to Satan, ‘Have you considered My servant Job?  For there is no one like him on the earth, a blameless and upright man, fearing God and turning away from evil.’

“Then Satan answered the Lord, ‘Does Job fear God for nothing?  Hast Thou not made a hedge about him and his house and all that he has on every side?  Thou hast blessed the work of his hands and his possessions have increased in the land.  But put forth Thy hand now and touch all that he has, he will surely curse Thee to Thy face.’

“Then the Lord said to Satan, ‘Behold, all that he has is in your power, only do not put forth your hand on him.’  So Satan departed from the presence of the Lord.” Job 1:6-12

Annie Dillard wrote ‘You do not have to sit outside in the dark.  If, however, you want to look at the stars, you will find that darkness is required.  The stars neither require it nor demand it.’

Job was in the dark during much of the book about him.  We know from this passage that God loved Job, that Satan hated God (not Job), and had to ask God’s permission to try to hurt God by hurting Job.  

God believed Job was a righteous man who revered Him and although God knew what was about to unfold through this situation, He also knew that there was a reason Job would make an effort to sit in the darkness rather than hold onto His light. 

When you become a follower of Christ, you chose His way over all others.  Sometimes you find you are walking through very dark places.  It is easy to imagine you are walking alone.  

Yet, there is no darkness too dark, no pain too deep, no loss so huge that He does not understand.  He never leaves you, even if all others fall away – even when you turn away from Him, He still enfolds you in His love.  Rest today in that fact!

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

PS:  My statement of faith:  https://especiallyhislove.blogspot.com  (also you will find a series of beginner Bible studies there.). Also, you can find the WeakDay Devotion online by doing a Google search for ‘WeakDay Devotion’.  (Also, there is an android ‘Goggle Blogger’ app you can download to read them on your phone.)

COVID-19

(NOTE:  Words underlined have a link embedded to provide more details)

Please pray for all those involved in making critical decisions during this time of pandemic.  Pray for those who have lost loved ones, those who contract the virus, the healthcare workers, those on the front line and for all those feeling afraid, lonely or confused.  Pray all are wise, patient and take precautions to contain the effects.  For practical information, please visit https://newsaboutcovid19.blogspot.com/

Latest Statistics

·        Today in 215 countries

·        5,587,668 reported cases

·        53,157 in serious condition

·        346,892 reported deaths (some are related to pre-existing conditions)

NEW PRAYER REQUESTS

·        Hans – a dear friend in Germany, diagnosed with lung cancer that has metastasized, home for the next three weeks before he resumes chemo.  Pray for his healthcare providers, his patience and wisdom.  Pray he is surrounded by faithful and compassionate Christian friends who will support him through this journey.  Pray for his Mom (age 83) is unwell herself.  Pray their time together will be filled with extraordinary good memories and love.

·        Scott – recently married.  Pray he finds a job soon so he can provide for his new wife and two children.  Help him reach out for the hand of our loving Heavenly Father so he recognises God is working in all this for the best outcome for them all.

·        Penne – recently widowed after 43 years, the last ten of which she was her husband’s full-time caregiver.  She suffers mental problems from a childhood experience and has reached out to Patti (who asks for wisdom and patience).  Penne has ‘disowned’ all her family, and although a believer, does not attend fellowship for support.  Please pray for her peace of mind and God’s guidance.

·        USA President Donald Trump – As Christians it is our responsibility to pray for our leaders and know that God has a plan for the USA through this man.  If you doubt the importance of his appointment, just look at the baseless antagonism against him. Surely Satan is NOT happy and means to thwart God’s plan.  Pray someone helps President Trump and Melania to understand the true meaning of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and that they will both have a insatiable hunger to read God’s Word for themselves – and that God sends a Bible-Believing Christian to regularly disciple them in the Truth – and that God shuts the mouths of the false prophets who regularly circle around them.

·        Fred I – planning a move from California to Tennessee in the Fall of 2020 (if possible).  Pray for his wise attention to detail, stamina and roaring good health, as he makes these life changes.

·        Unnamed – 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.  Pray they take time for each other and keep their faith strong.

·        Ravi Zacharias – is home with the Lord, now.  Pray for his family and friends as they grieve his loss and for the continuation of his ministry. 

·        Those who loved Doris – pray for those of us who grieve the loss of a remarkable woman who helped bring me to His Cross.

Pray for those in full-time service

During this time, when the entire world is struggling to understand this new ‘plague’, it is critical for us to uphold our Christian leaders.  They will be needed everywhere.  Pray for their wisdom, safety, ingenuity, strength and for their families.

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 practical ways and most important we must pray even more for them that the Lord will have mercy on them during this challenging time.

Pray for the World

A FATAL ERROR

 

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Sometimes It Takes A Mountain

“I have called upon Thee, for Thou wilt answer me, O God; incline Thine ear to me, hear my speech.  Wondrously show Thy lovingkindness, O Saviour of those who take refuge at Thy Right hand from those who rise up against them. 

“Keep me as the apple of the eye; hide me in the shadow of Thy wings, from the wicked who despoil me, my deadly enemies, who surround me.  They have closed their unfeeling heart; with their mouth they speak proudly. 

“They have now surrounded us in our steps; they set their eyes to cast us down to the ground. … As for me, I shall behold Thy face in righteousness; I will be satisfied with Thy likeness when I awake.” Psalm 17:6-11, 15

Where is God when you hurt and where is God when you hurt emotionally?  Disappointment with God does not come only in dramatic circumstances.  It also edges unexpectedly into the mundane-ness of everyday life.  Does God care about the little things that distract and frustrate you? 

No one is immune to the downward spiral of disappointment.  A fatal error happens when someone loses faith because they expect God to act a certain way, and God lets them down.  Job would have been caught off guard because he WAS blameless, upright, he feared God and turned away from evil.  How could so much be going wrong in his life at once!

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

PS:  My statement of faith:  https://especiallyhislove.blogspot.com  (also you will find a series of beginner Bible studies there.). Also, you can find the WeakDay Devotion online by doing a Google search for ‘WeakDay Devotion’.  (Also, there is an android ‘Goggle Blogger’ app you can download to read them on your phone.)

COVID-19

(NOTE:  Words underlined have a link embedded to provide more details)

Please pray for all those involved in making critical decisions during this time of pandemic.  Pray for those who have lost loved ones, those who contract the virus, the healthcare workers, those on the front line and for all those feeling afraid, lonely or confused.  Pray all are wise, patient and take precautions to contain the effects.  For practical information, please visit https://newsaboutcovid19.blogspot.com/

Latest Statistics

·        Today in 215 countries

·        5,481,007 reported cases

·        55,199 in serious condition

·        346,070 reported deaths (some are related to pre-existing conditions)

NEW PRAYER REQUESTS

·        Ravi Zacharias – passed into the loving arms of His Father.  Please pray for his family and friends as they grieve.

·        Those who loved Doris – pray for those of us who grieve the loss of a remarkable woman who helped bring me to His Cross.

·        Hans – a dear friend in Germany, diagnosed with lung cancer that has metastasized, home for the next three weeks before he resumes chemo.  Pray for his healthcare providers, his patience and wisdom.  Pray he is surrounded by faithful and compassionate Christian friends who will support him through this journey.  Pray for his Mom (age 83) is unwell herself.  Pray their time together will be filled with extraordinary good memories and love.

·        Scott – recently married.  Pray he finds a job soon so he can provide for his new wife and two children.  Help him reach out for the hand of our loving Heavenly Father so he recognises God is working in all this for the best outcome for them all.

·        Penne – recently widowed after 43 years, the last ten of which she was her husband’s full-time caregiver.  She suffers mental problems from a childhood experience and has reached out to Patti (who asks for wisdom and patience).  Penne has ‘disowned’ all her family, and although a believer, does not attend fellowship for support.  Please pray for her peace of mind and God’s guidance.

·        USA President Donald Trump – As Christians it is our responsibility to pray for our leaders and know that God has a plan for the USA through this man.  If you doubt the importance of his appointment, just look at the baseless antagonism against him. Surely Satan is NOT happy and means to thwart God’s plan.  Pray someone helps President Trump and Melania to understand the true meaning of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and that they will both have a insatiable hunger to read God’s Word for themselves – and that God sends a Bible-Believing Christian to regularly disciple them in the Truth – and that God shuts the mouths of the false prophets who regularly circle around them.

·        Fred I – planning a move from California to Tennessee in the Fall of 2020 (if possible).  Pray for his wise attention to detail, stamina and roaring good health, as he makes these life changes.

·        Unnamed – 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.  Pray they take time for each other and keep their faith strong.

Pray for those in full-time service

During this time, when the entire world is struggling to understand this new ‘plague’, it is critical for us to uphold our Christian leaders.  They will be needed everywhere.  Pray for their wisdom, safety, ingenuity, strength and for their families.

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 practical ways and most important we must pray even more for them that the Lord will have mercy on them during this challenging time.

YOU WANT A SIGN?

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No More Night

“And the Pharisees and Sadducees came up, and testing Him asked Him to show them a sign from heaven.  But He answered and said to them, ‘When it is evening, you say, ‘It will be fair weather, for the sky is red.’  And in the morning, ‘There will be a storm today, for the sky is red and threatening.’ 

“Do you know how to discern the appearance of the sky, but cannot discern the signs of the times?  An evil and adulterous generation seeks after a sign; and a sign will not be given it, except the sign of Jonah; and He left them, and went away.” Matthew 16:1-4

Philip Yancey begins his book with this statement: "I found that for many people there is a large gap between what they expect from their Chrisitan faith and what they actually experience.  From a steady diet of books, sermons, and personal testimonies, all promising triumph and success, they learn to expect dramatic evidence, they feel disappointment, betrayal, and often guilt.”[1]

Most of us come to a personal relationship with Christ while seeking for answers, help, comfort, compassion, mercy, understanding -- we may be at the end of our 'rope'  We learn of Jesus, the Son of God.  Once we place our trust in His saving plan, there is naturally a temptation to be driven by our emotions, rather than the Truth and facts of His love for us.

Many will wait for feelings or something extraordinary to happen - searching for miracles, signs and wonders.  It does seem a popular approach.

Campus Crusade for Christ gave an insightful illustration of a train with just three cars: 

1. Engine car = the Truth and facts of salvation
2. Coal car = our faith in the Truth
3. Caboose car = our feelings and emotions

These three represent a balance of belief, but it clearly demonstrates you can't pull the 'train of your salvation' by your feelings -- they may follow the Truth of our faith, but cannot pull the train!  Jesus taught us not to rely on feelings or signs and wonders.  He offers all we need.

 Take care, your servant and friend in Christ, Darlene (who 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 ‘Goggle Blogger’ app you can download to read them on your phone.)

COVID-19

(NOTE:  Words underlined have a link embedded to provide more details)

Please pray for all those involved in making critical decisions during this time of pandemic.  Pray for those who have lost loved ones, those who contract the virus, the healthcare workers, those on the front line and for all those feeling afraid, lonely or confused.  Pray all are wise, patient and take precautions to contain the effects.  For practical information, please visit https://newsaboutcovid19.blogspot.com/

Latest Statistics

·        Today in 215 countries

·        5,171,936 reported cases

·        45,574 in serious condition

·        333,100 reported deaths (some are related to pre-existing conditions)

NEW PRAYER REQUESTS

·        Ravi Zacharias – passed into the loving arms of His Father this morning.  Please pray for his family and friends as they grieve..

·        Those who loved Doris – pray for those of us who grieve the loss of a remarkable woman who helped bring me to His Cross.

·        Hans – a dear friend in Germany, diagnosed with lung cancer that has metastasized, home for the next three weeks before he resumes chemo.  Pray for his healthcare providers, his patience and wisdom.  Pray he is surrounded by faithful and compassionate Christian friends who will support him through this journey.  Pray for his Mom (age 83) is unwell herself.  Pray their time together will be filled with extraordinary good memories and love.

·        Scott – recently married.  Pray he finds a job soon so he can provide for his new wife and two children.  Help him reach out for the hand of our loving Heavenly Father so he recognises God is working in all this for the best outcome for them all.

·        Penne – recently widowed after 43 years, the last ten of which she was her husband’s full-time caregiver.  She suffers mental problems from a childhood experience and has reached out to Patti (who asks for wisdom and patience).  Penne has ‘disowned’ all her family, and although a believer, does not attend fellowship for support.  Please pray for her peace of mind and God’s guidance.

·        USA President Donald Trump – As Christians it is our responsibility to pray for our leaders and know that God has a plan for the USA through this man.  If you doubt the importance of his appointment, just look at the baseless antagonism against him. Surely Satan is NOT happy and means to thwart God’s plan.  Pray someone helps President Trump and Melania to understand the true meaning of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and that they will both have a insatiable hunger to read God’s Word for themselves – and that God sends a Bible-Believing Christian to regularly disciple them in the Truth – and that God shuts the mouths of the false prophets who regularly circle around them.

·        Fred I – planning a move from California to Tennessee in the Fall of 2020 (if possible).  Pray for his wise attention to detail, stamina and roaring good health, as he makes these life changes.

·        Unnamed – 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.  Pray they take time for each other and keep their faith strong.

Pray for those in full-time service

During this time, when the entire world is struggling to understand this new ‘plague’, it is critical for us to uphold our Christian leaders.  They will be needed everywhere.  Pray for their wisdom, safety, ingenuity, strength and for their families.

·        Peter Frith – The sole Christian chaplain at an Anglicare special hospital.  The work is lonely and challenging.  Pray for his encouragement, hope and that our loving heavenly Father sends another Christian to work alongside Peter.

·        St Marks Anglican Church – Pray God opens the hearts and minds of those who visit and for those who worship there regularly and during this time on-line that their hunger for God’s Word grows.  Pray for strength, wisdom and healing rest for those who serve there, including:  Simon, Pat, Kathy, Anne, Barry, Jo and their families.

·        Audley M – Pray his health and wisdom anf for the effectiveness and growth of his radio ministry (Florida, Virginia, Alabama, Indianapolis) as America hunger for true meat!

·        Jenny S – Bible teacher at a local Bible school for energy, good health, wisdom and time for reflection.

·        Lachlan – Pray for him as he cares for his three children while he completes his studies to become a Wycliff Bible Translator.

·        Scripture classes in Australian Schools – Although a secular country, God has continued to provide the freedom to hold Scripture classes in schools during regular class hours!  Some resistance is growing.  It is a great hope for Australia.

·        Bible schools and seminaries – in Australia and around the world that they remain true to the Truth of God’s Word in the Bible.

·        Isaias and Judith (Ambassadors for Christ the Philippines) – carrying on their fruitful ministry, seminary, conferences and leadership forums.  Pray for those who lead, administer, work, teach and contribute to the ministry.  Pray our Father continues to keep these servants strong, in good health, safe and supported and that they keep a balance in their lives.  To learn more or contribute, email Isaias Catorce at icatorce@gmail.com

·        Jim and Elaine – Pray for their new ministry in New Zealand and Fiji (heavily Muslim).  Pray for their protection and energy.  Grant them time for shared joy as a couple and to see the fruits of their labours.  To learn more about their ministry:  https://tlcwhk.com

·        Doug McIntosh - An invaluable contributor to my love of Bible study.  He was diagnosed several years ago with multiple myelomas and has retired now from full-time ministry.  Please pray for him, his family and the church he has worked so faithfully in – Cornerstone Bible Church in Lilburn Georgia.

·        Buddy and Susan – Pray for their health and their needs as they labour in far north Queensland.  They were one of the first families to welcome me to Australia.  Amazing Christian teachers!

·        Kevin and Sandy Currel – (in Melbourne) Kevin has a wonderful ministry in teaching through images and words and has created many Christian resources.  To learn more:  https://www.kevincurrell.com/

·        Jo and Steve – for their loving example of the Christian life.  May their love flourish under His guidance as they continue their work in New Zealand.

·        Stu and Jo and Laura and Jason (their children) – pray for this devoted and loving family who continue to serve in New Zealand.  Pray for Laura’s husband Joji and for Jason who is studying in the USA.  Keep them strong, healthy and resolute for the Lord.

·        Catholic Church and Pope – pray the Pope will grow increasingly hungry and focused on the Word of God and that he always puts Jesus first in his life and decisions.

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 practical ways and most important we must pray even more for them that the Lord will have mercy on them during this challenging time.

Pray for the World

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