A good overview of the entire Old Testament in 8 minutes:
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by Bible Snap
[God speaking to Joshua] “’No man will be able to stand
before you all the days of your life.
Just as I have been with Moses, I will be with you; I will not fail you
or forsake you. Be strong and
courageous, for you shall give this people possession of the land which I swore
to their fathers to give them.
“’Only be strong and very courageous; be careful to do
according to all the law which Moses My servant commanded you; do not turn from
it to the right or to the left, so that you may have success wherever you
go.
“’This book of the law shall not depart from your mouth,
but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do
according to all that is written in it; for then you will make your way
prosperous, and then you will have success.’” Joshua 1:5-8
If you have ever wondered what Jesus’ life must have been like
before we meet Him in Scriptures, you would not be alone. Imagine His mom and dad teaching Him to
talk. Sharing a meal with Him at dinner
time. Or when Joseph would go to his
workroom and Jesus would tag along. Then
every Shabbat off to the Temple.
His parents taught Jesus the Hebrew Scriptures consistently
and constantly in all they did, quoting verses for Him to learn (they did not
have books or scrolls at home). And He
hid God’s Word in His heart so He could always call on that strength in every
day and extraordinary circumstances.
Although He quoted most often from the book of Psalms, He
also quoted from many other books. The
second most often quoted book was the book of Deuteronomy followed by Isaiah,
then Exodus and many other Old Testament books.
We will continue to look at them all.
Please keep in mind that the celebration of His resurrection
is lurking around the corner. It is time
to remember what it took for Jesus to fulfil God’s promises for His children.
Take care with love, especially His, Darlene (who still
prays for you each day)
PS: 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 ‘Google Blogger’ app
you can download to read them on your phone.
Not sure about Apple.). For the
books, go Amazon
books.
NEW
PRAYER REQUESTS (any updates?)
· URGENT - The
horror of war in Ukraine – Please pray
for the people caught in the cross-fires of this war, and especially for
strength for the Christians of this country and that God’s will is done for His
glory and that He sends help in unexpected ways to save Ukraine and our world
from the potential devastation of a third world war.
· Devastation from Unprecedented
Floods in New South Wales, Australia – the
rains have stopped for a few days but are forecast to begin again today. Many lives have been lost, so much
devastation remains. Please pray for the
families who have lost loved ones, for all those who are losing their homes and
all their possessions, for those who are presently engaged in rescue, care and
support of those affected.
·
Simon and Tamara and
their children – Simon (my pastor) has been chosen to support the Lord’s
work in a new, more far-reaching way.
Help them prepare throughout this year for the new challenges that await
them. And when Simon takes up the new
role, let him fill it with the same grace, devotion and love he has
consistently demonstrated while at St. Marks.
Strengthen the congregation to rejoice with them and their decision.
·
Elina – has asked for prayer. Please hold her us as she struggles through
some personal issues and is feeling overwhelmed.
·
Ray Jr. –Pray the Lord holds Ray Jr. (and his brothers)
closely as they deal with the practical matters after the loss of their father
and comfort their hearts. Give Kathy (Ray’s wife) strength and wisdom as she
supports him during this time.
·
Christine – give her strength as she journeys to
heart-healing.
·
Family of Eric – Eric at 52 died suddenly leaving his
47-year-old wife and three girls (ages 16, 19 and 23). Pray the Lord comforts the family through
this time of mourning. Pray for their wisdom
and that Go-d will send trustworthy, honourable, Bible-based councilors for the
many decisions that now must be made.
·
Grant’s brother
- still has quite severe headaches. Had
a shunt put in his skull to drain fluid from around the brain, as the fluid was
putting pressure on the brain and affecting balance. Pray for his health carers
as they work to adjust the flow rate and help minimise the pressure.
· Peyton - eldest granddaughter of Jeff and
Rachael – now in her second year of college.
Please continue to pray for her that she does well, makes good decisions
and continues having a good relationship with the Lord.
·
Thanksgiving - Adam – he has found a job but continues to need
encouragement and clear guidance from the Lord about his future and to know
without doubt the depth of the Lord’s extravagant forgiveness. Continue to pray for the strength of his wife
that she will love and support him as he continues to heal and strengthen.
·
Barb –
my brother’s faithful and kind wife.
Thank you for praying for her.
She needs prayers to sustain her and protect her health and energy
during this time of additional stress and challenge at work.
·
Sophie – three-year old daughter of a friend. She is chronically unwell and frail. Please pray for her, her parents and health
carers to find ways to manage the symptoms and heal her.
·
Hans –
a dear friend in Germany, the cancer seems to be stable for now. Pray for his financial situation to improve
and for his ongoing strength through the pain when it comes. Pray for his patience and God’s mercy. Pray for his healthcare providers and that he
is surrounded by faithful and compassionate Christian friends who will support
him through this journey. Pray for his
Mom (age 84) who is also unwell -- that their time together is filled with
extraordinary good memories and lots of love.
·
Callilah
- a lost child. Pray the Lord will
capture her heart.
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.
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