In memory of my Mom
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IN THE GARDEN by Tennessee
Ernie Ford
“For we know that the whole creation groans and suffers
the pains of childbirth together until now.
And not only this, but also, we ourselves, having the first fruits of
the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves waiting eagerly for our
adoption as sons, the redemption of the body.
For I hope we have been saved, but hope that is seen is not hope; for
why does one also hope for what he sees?
“But if we hope for what we do not see with perseverance
we wait eagerly for it. And in the same
way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we should,
but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words; and
He who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is because He
intercedes for the saints according to the will of God.
“And we know that God causes all things to work together
for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His
purpose. For whom He foreknew, He also
predestined to become conformed to the image of His Son, that He might be the
first-born among many brethren; and whom He predestined, these He also called;
and whom He called, these He also justified; and whom He justified, these He
also glorified.” Romans 8:22-30
“With a few glowing exceptions, the Old Testament recounts
failures. But the New Testament opens
with a radical move by God: an ‘invasion.’
The birth of Jesus represented a whole
new beginning. The ‘second Adam’ He was
called – the Leader of a new species. He
at last tore down the barriers and made possible a truce between God and humanity.
After Jesus had left at Pentecost, the Spirit of God
descended and filled individual human beings.
Thus their fallen spirit was finally restored. More than walking in a garden with human
beings, God was now living inside them.”[1]
Take care, your servant and friend in Christ, Darlene (who
prays for you each morning).
PPS: Find my
statement of faith: https://especiallyhislove.blogspot.com (where you will also find a series of
beginner Bible studies to share). You can easily 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. Not sure about Apple.)
NEW PRAYER REQUESTS
·
Elizabeth G – her
Dad, now in palliative care is not expected to live much longer. Thankfully, Elizabeth is with him now.
·
Patti – has
injured her shoulder and is severe pain.
She will be having an MRI to discover the source of the pain. Pray for her as she waits for the appointment
and for her beloved husband, John, who is having to do all the things Patti
usually does. Pray for her health care
providers and that the Lord will hold her through this time in a special way.
·
Hans –
a dear friend in Germany, with cancer has been having serious heart pain for
the last two days. His monthly
immunotherapy was scheduled for tomorrow.
The doctor decided to try to manage the pain until he goes to the
hospital when they can investigate the source.
Pray for strength through the pain and God’s mercy. Continue 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) who is unwell herself, that their time together will be
filled with extraordinary good memories and lots of love.
·
Isaias and Judith
(Ambassadors for Christ the Philippines) – the Philippines has been
devastated by constant batterings from typhoons. Their ministry (new website: https://afcph.org/
) faces many challenges. Many of their leadership
group and groups of believers have lost everything, including worship
centres. China’s threat grows. Pray for the leaders, administrators, workers
and teachers. Pray our Father keep these
servants strong, in good health, safe and supported and that they keep a
balance in their lives. They need funds badly now. Go to the website or send
encouragement to Isaias Catorce at icatorce@gmail.com
·
My brother, Tim – just received a new bi-pap machine and is already
seeing benefits. Pray for his continued
wisdom and patience in managing his COPD (chronic-obstructive pulmonary
disease) and arthritis. Pray his doctors
are attentive, wise and compassionate. Pray
for Barb, his wife for her strength and compassion. Continue to grow their faith so they can
share Christ with others.
·
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.
·
J&R – recently
had the privilege of sharing the Gospel with them and would appreciate prayers
that God uses His words in their hearts to draw them to Him for Eternity!
·
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/
). He just had another procedure, which looks good and will have the results
next week. Please continue to pray for
him, especially that God will supply the funds needed for this extraordinary
time.
·
Peyton
- eldest granddaughter of Jeff and Rachael.
Pray for this lovely woman of God as she goes off to colege, that she
remains safe and strong in her beliefs and convictions and continues to
encourage many with her loving faithfulness to the Lord.
·
Tracey –
slowly healing from a fall where she broke four ribs. Pray she will be patient and that the pain
will be easily managed.
·
USA President
Donald Trump – As Christians it
is our responsibility to pray for our leaders and trust 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 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.
Pray for those in full-time service
Pray to uphold our Christian leaders – that they never compromise God’s Word, are bold and courageous in the face of evil. 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 with fragile health. Pray God takes special care with them and protects them in practical ways and that the Lord will have mercy on them during this challenging time.
Pray for the World
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Copyright © 1988 by Philip Yancey, Disappointment With God, published by
Zondervan Publishing House.
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