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“Ascribe to the Lord, O sons of the mighty, ascribe to
the Lord glory and strength. Ascribe to
the Lord the glory due to His name; worship the Lord in holy array. The voice of the Lord is upon the waters; the
God of glory thunders, the Lord is over many waters. The voice of the Lord is powerful, the voice
of the Lord is majestic.
“The voice of the Lord breaks the cedars; yes, the Lord
breaks in pieces the cedars of Lebanon.
And He makes Lebanon skip like a calf, and Sirion like a young wild
ox. The voice of the Lord hews out
flames of fire. The voice of the Lord
shakes the wilderness; the Lord shakes the wilderness of Kadesh.
“The voice of the Lord makes the deer to calve, and strips
the forest bare, and in His temple everything says, ‘Glory!’ The Lord sat as King at the flood; yes, the
Lord sits as King forever. The Lord will
give strength to His people; the Lord will bless His people with peace.” Psalm
29
William Irwin Thompson imagined God imagining[1]: ‘But what if I create a universe that is free,
free even from Me? What if I veil My
Divinity so that the creatures are free to pursue their individual lives
without being overwhelmed by My overpowering Presence? Will the creatures love Me? Can I be loved by creatures whom I have not
programmed to adore Me forever? Can love
arise out of freedom?
‘But if I introduce freedom into this universe, I take the
risk of introducing Evil into it as well, for if they are free, then they are
free to deviate from My will … What if out of every occasion of evil, I respond
with unimaginable good, a good that overwhelms Evil by springing out of the
very attempts of evil to deny the Good?
‘Will these new creatures of freedom then love Me, will they
join with Me in creating Good out of Evil, novelty out of freedom? What if I join with them in the world of
limitation and form, the world of suffering and Evil? … Do even I dare to take that risk for love?’
And that is for your musing this weekend. My heart is with you!
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
·
15,554,992 reported cases
·
66,197 in serious condition
·
633,550 reported deaths (some related to
pre-existing conditions)
NEW PRAYER REQUESTS
(NOTE: Words
underlined have a link embedded to provide more details)
·
Fred – a
long-time friend and mentor had a stroke last week. He is in hospital in intensive rehab now. Please pray for his full recovery, for his
supportive and loving daughters, his healthcare providers, his patience and
those whose lives have been changed by his wisdom and support.
·
Tracey’s Mom –
had a stroke, broke both bones in her ankle and had surgery to remove a
long-forgotten pin in her elbow from an injury 20 years ago. She remains in the hospital. Pray for her health carers, her loved ones
and that she will rest and be safe.
·
Kim’s Mom –
has been returned to the hospital after she developed a serious infection in
her hand. At 92 she has heart problems
and while in hospital last time, she fell, hit her head and broke her
nose. Pray for her health carers and
family.
·
Ray’s Dad –
(Ray Senior) doing better with the challenges of cancer treatment. Pray the Lord will touch his heart so he
reaches out for the only hand that can save him.
·
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, responding well to immunotherapy for lung
cancer. They believe the tumour may have
shrunk by 70% so far. Thank you for
continuing to 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 lots of love.
·
Patti and John –recovering
from the loss of her beloved Mom, Doris.
Please pray for the sweet comfort of their Saviour.
·
Scott –
Pray he finds a job soon to 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.
Pray they will both have an insatiable hunger to read God’s Word for
themselves. Pray God sends a Bible-Believing
Christian to regularly disciple them in the Truth. Pray God shuts the mouths of the false
prophets who regularly circle around them.
·
Isaias and Judith
(Ambassadors for Christ the Philippines) – carrying on their
fruitful ministry in the Philippines, despite the many challenges they must
daily work with, including the impending threat of China claiming their country. 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. They need funds
badly now.
Please go to this link o learn more or/ and contribute - email
Isaias Catorce at icatorce@gmail.com
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 and 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.
·
Jim and Elaine – Pray
for their 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
[1]
Thompson, William I., The Time Falling Bodies Take to Light, New York, St
Martin’s Press, 1982
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