God wants you to be wise and surefooted in your daily walk withHim, not allowing anything to come into your life that would causeyou to doubt His goodness.
He also knows that there will be timeswhen the enemy will tempt you to feel fearful and out of control.When this happens, you need to remember that you serve a sovereignGod who has good things in mind for your life.Even when troubles come, we may begin to wonder if we will everrealize the hopes and dreams that God has given us. Joseph, Daniel,Moses, David, and Peter and the other disciples probably faced thesame temptation to doubt God's blessing and goodness. However,these men of faith remained steadfast in their belief in the Lord'sability. They had to come to a point of faith where they boldly confronted their fears--and we do, too.The English word worry comes from a German word meaning "tostrangle or choke." This is exactly what worry does. It chokes and prevents us from living victorious lives by stifling our godly potential. Solomon, however, admonishes us to "catch ... the foxes, the littlefoxes that ruin the vineyards, our vineyards that are in bloom"(Song of Songs 2:15). The "little foxes" of sin have the ability toderail our Christian faith and sense of virtue.On the surface, few of us would think that a little worry, doubt,or fear is enough to harm our devotion to God. However, they can steal our joy and create within our hearts and minds a sense of distrust for the things of God. God is merciful. He has the power to conquer doubt, fear, and worry. When our lives are surrendered to Him, we don't have to be anxious about tomorrow. He provides all that we need perfectly and on time. Blessed are you who hunger now, for you will be satisfied (Luke6:21).
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Tuesday, May 27, 2008
Comments under "HOPE"
I posted some comments under Karen's post on HOPE. Click on the comments and read them if you want. Thanks Karen for publishing these posts on Forgiveness, enabling, and Hope. I really appreciate that you are doing that. Such wisdom and revelation God gives for you to share with us! And thanks to Sharon, too - ditto! And Debbie and Chuck who have shared their insights, also. And Kay and Brian. It is good to go back through the posts and re-read them. I have been doing that and sometimes they mean more, or at least just as much, as they did the first time. God's word is powerful and it is very healing.
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Something to think about ... RE: Josh...or anyone
Loving When It Hurts
Dr. Creflo A. Dollar
Did you know God expects you to love others unconditionally, even if they've hurt you? I know loving someone who has hurt you is hard; however, it's what God expects, which is why He has deposited His love in your heart. God's love gives you the ability to love the unlovable. His love gives you the power to love through hurt, pain, and any other circumstances your normal love would not be able to withstand. Let's face it, hurt is a very real part of life. Everyone has experienced hurt at some point. However, it's important not to allow hurt to cause you to become bitter, or prevent you from loving others. Although it may temporarily feel good to stop loving someone who has hurt you, it will eventually lead to heartache, unanswered prayer, and ultimately, destruction; which is why God commands us, above all else, to never stop loving. Did you know every law in God's Kingdom works by love? Your prosperity, healing, and deliverance, are all directly affected by your ability to love. God is love, and His power to prosper, heal, and deliver you operates in the circle of love. When you operate outside that circle, you put yourself in a position where God, who is love, cannot help you. Learning how to heal and forgive so you can stay in the circle of love, is vital to receiving the wonderful things God has for you. Maybe you've been hurt by a dear friend, or treated unfairly by a close relative. Either way, you've got a life—altering choice to make—either deal with your pain in a godly manner and continue to walk in love, or allow negative emotions to consume you, and ultimately destroy your life. The choice is yours! When you choose to walk in love, you position yourself to experience the power of God in every area of your life. He has the power to heal you of all hurt, and free you from the pain associated with it. However, you have to believe and trust Him to not only heal you, but also restore everything you've lost. God is faithful to His Word. Make a decision today, that regardless of what it takes, you will love others unconditionally. You'll be glad you did!
— Dr. Creflo A. Dollar Scripture references:
Mark 11:25
James 5:16
1 Corinthians 13
Psalm 35:27
Luke 10:19
Ephesians 6:12
Romans 5:5
Dr. Creflo A. Dollar
Did you know God expects you to love others unconditionally, even if they've hurt you? I know loving someone who has hurt you is hard; however, it's what God expects, which is why He has deposited His love in your heart. God's love gives you the ability to love the unlovable. His love gives you the power to love through hurt, pain, and any other circumstances your normal love would not be able to withstand. Let's face it, hurt is a very real part of life. Everyone has experienced hurt at some point. However, it's important not to allow hurt to cause you to become bitter, or prevent you from loving others. Although it may temporarily feel good to stop loving someone who has hurt you, it will eventually lead to heartache, unanswered prayer, and ultimately, destruction; which is why God commands us, above all else, to never stop loving. Did you know every law in God's Kingdom works by love? Your prosperity, healing, and deliverance, are all directly affected by your ability to love. God is love, and His power to prosper, heal, and deliver you operates in the circle of love. When you operate outside that circle, you put yourself in a position where God, who is love, cannot help you. Learning how to heal and forgive so you can stay in the circle of love, is vital to receiving the wonderful things God has for you. Maybe you've been hurt by a dear friend, or treated unfairly by a close relative. Either way, you've got a life—altering choice to make—either deal with your pain in a godly manner and continue to walk in love, or allow negative emotions to consume you, and ultimately destroy your life. The choice is yours! When you choose to walk in love, you position yourself to experience the power of God in every area of your life. He has the power to heal you of all hurt, and free you from the pain associated with it. However, you have to believe and trust Him to not only heal you, but also restore everything you've lost. God is faithful to His Word. Make a decision today, that regardless of what it takes, you will love others unconditionally. You'll be glad you did!
— Dr. Creflo A. Dollar Scripture references:
Mark 11:25
James 5:16
1 Corinthians 13
Psalm 35:27
Luke 10:19
Ephesians 6:12
Romans 5:5
Monday, May 12, 2008
Saturday, April 26, 2008
Enabling: Thoughts for today
Thoughts for Today
Enabling is anything that stands in the way of or softens the
natural consequences of a person's behavior.
God does not want us to enable others in their wrongdoing. Neither
does he enable us when we choose to walk in disobedience to him. He
loves us too much to enable us in our wrongdoing. He knows that we
will not come to our senses and change our ways unless he allows us
to suffer the natural consequences of what we do.
The great thing is that, just like the father of the prodigal son,
our heavenly Father is loving us and watching for us. He wants us
to come home and will run out to meet us, showering his love, mercy
and forgiveness on us, when we return.
Consider this...
Do you need to return? Perhaps you have recently fallen into
something you know you shouldn't do...your Father is waiting for you.
Perhaps you have been locked into a downward spiral and feel as
though there is no way out. God always provides a way. He is just
waiting for you to come to him with a repentant heart. His arms are
open wide. ..no matter what you have done. Jesus has already paid
the price for your sin. Receive his forgiveness. He loves you
unconditionally and is waiting to help you.
Prayer...
Father, I am so sorry for what I have been doing. Please forgive me
and show me the way out. In Jesus' name ...
Enabling is anything that stands in the way of or softens the
natural consequences of a person's behavior.
God does not want us to enable others in their wrongdoing. Neither
does he enable us when we choose to walk in disobedience to him. He
loves us too much to enable us in our wrongdoing. He knows that we
will not come to our senses and change our ways unless he allows us
to suffer the natural consequences of what we do.
The great thing is that, just like the father of the prodigal son,
our heavenly Father is loving us and watching for us. He wants us
to come home and will run out to meet us, showering his love, mercy
and forgiveness on us, when we return.
Consider this...
Do you need to return? Perhaps you have recently fallen into
something you know you shouldn't do...your Father is waiting for you.
Perhaps you have been locked into a downward spiral and feel as
though there is no way out. God always provides a way. He is just
waiting for you to come to him with a repentant heart. His arms are
open wide. ..no matter what you have done. Jesus has already paid
the price for your sin. Receive his forgiveness. He loves you
unconditionally and is waiting to help you.
Prayer...
Father, I am so sorry for what I have been doing. Please forgive me
and show me the way out. In Jesus' name ...
Sunday, April 13, 2008
HOPE
Hope is required to see the fullness of your faith. When hope dies, your faith will die also. Expectation is the breeding ground for miracles. -What you fail to expect, your faith will fail to deliver. Write down what you expect, make it plain, and thank God for it now!
Some scriptures to ponder about Hope...
Hebrews 11:7
Proverbs 13:12
Acts 3:1-7
Ephesians 2:12
Romans 15:4
Psalms 119:81 and 114
Hope is earnest, heartfelt, favorable, confident expectation. It's a desirable goal from God's Word. It's expecting with an outstretched neck, looking for what you believe will happen. Your hope will change and rearrange your plans. Hope is required for your faith to work. Scriptures are essential to our hope.
Some scriptures to ponder about Hope...
Hebrews 11:7
Proverbs 13:12
Acts 3:1-7
Ephesians 2:12
Romans 15:4
Psalms 119:81 and 114
Hope is earnest, heartfelt, favorable, confident expectation. It's a desirable goal from God's Word. It's expecting with an outstretched neck, looking for what you believe will happen. Your hope will change and rearrange your plans. Hope is required for your faith to work. Scriptures are essential to our hope.
Monday, April 7, 2008
Answered prayer - again
Praise God! I talked to Joan today, and asked her how Kenny is and told her about our prayers on this blog. She said he had his last treatment last week, and they have said he is CANCER FREE!!!! Thank you, Jesus!
But, we will continue to pray our novena (nine days) for him and his family - prayers for a healthy body and prayers of thanksgiving.
But, we will continue to pray our novena (nine days) for him and his family - prayers for a healthy body and prayers of thanksgiving.
Saturday, March 29, 2008
How We Perceive Ourselves Romans 8:16 & 17
HOW WE PERCEIVE OURSELVESRomans 8:16, 17 By Charles Swindol
The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, heirs also, heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ.
Lydia is a middle-aged woman who was dealt a bad hand in liferight from the beginning. Memories of sexual abuse that she suffered as a young child have haunted her continually throughout her life. Her damagedself-image seemed beyond repair. As she told her story, Lydia displayed little emotion, but her words reflected total despair. When she concluded, I asked, "Who are you, Lydia? How do youperceive yourself?"
"I'm evil," she answered stoically. "I'm just no good for anybody. People tell me I'm evil and all I do is bring trouble."
"You're not evil," I argued. "How can a child of God be evil? Is that how you perceive yourself?" Lydia nodded.
It is never pleasant to see the evil one express his ugly personality through a victim like Lydia. But realizing that she is primarily the product of the work of Christ on the Cross instead of the victim of her past, she was able to throw off the chains of spiritual bondage and begin living according to her true identity as a child of God.
Nothing is more foundational to your freedom from Satan's bondage than understanding and affirming what God has done for you in Christ and who you are as a result. We all live in accordance with our perceived identity. In fact, we cannot consistently behave in a way that is inconsistent with how we perceive ourselves. Your attitudes, actions, responses and reactions to life's circumstances are often determined by your conscious and subconsciousself-perception. If you see yourself as the helpless victim of Satan and his schemes, you will live like his victim and be in bondage to his lies. But if you see yourself as the dearly loved and accepted child of God that you really are, you will more likely live like a child of God.
Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, that You have made me more than a conqueror.Because of Your love and power, I can live as a victor instead of avictim today.
The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, heirs also, heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ.
Lydia is a middle-aged woman who was dealt a bad hand in liferight from the beginning. Memories of sexual abuse that she suffered as a young child have haunted her continually throughout her life. Her damagedself-image seemed beyond repair. As she told her story, Lydia displayed little emotion, but her words reflected total despair. When she concluded, I asked, "Who are you, Lydia? How do youperceive yourself?"
"I'm evil," she answered stoically. "I'm just no good for anybody. People tell me I'm evil and all I do is bring trouble."
"You're not evil," I argued. "How can a child of God be evil? Is that how you perceive yourself?" Lydia nodded.
It is never pleasant to see the evil one express his ugly personality through a victim like Lydia. But realizing that she is primarily the product of the work of Christ on the Cross instead of the victim of her past, she was able to throw off the chains of spiritual bondage and begin living according to her true identity as a child of God.
Nothing is more foundational to your freedom from Satan's bondage than understanding and affirming what God has done for you in Christ and who you are as a result. We all live in accordance with our perceived identity. In fact, we cannot consistently behave in a way that is inconsistent with how we perceive ourselves. Your attitudes, actions, responses and reactions to life's circumstances are often determined by your conscious and subconsciousself-perception. If you see yourself as the helpless victim of Satan and his schemes, you will live like his victim and be in bondage to his lies. But if you see yourself as the dearly loved and accepted child of God that you really are, you will more likely live like a child of God.
Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, that You have made me more than a conqueror.Because of Your love and power, I can live as a victor instead of avictim today.
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Picture of Jesus sitting with "Josi"
Prayer for Josi: Thank you, Jesus, for being with Josi.
(Please publish your prayers for Josi in the comments)
You Say, God Says, Bible Verses:
YOU SAY
GOD SAYS
BIBLE VERSES
You say: "It's impossible"
God Says: All things are possible
(Luke 18:27)
You say: "I'm too tired"
God says: I will give you rest
(Matthew 11:28-30)
You say: "Nobody really loves me"!
God says: I love you
(John 3:1 6 & John 3:34 )
You say: "I can't go on"
God says: My grace is sufficient
(II Corinthians 12:9 & Psalm 91:15)
You say: "I can't figure things out"
God says: I will direct your steps
(Proverbs 3:5- 6)
You say: "I can't do it"
God says: You can do all things
(Philippians 4:13)
You say: "I'm not able"
God says: I am able
(II Corinthians 9:8)
You say: "It's not worth it"
God says: It will be worth it
(Romans 8:28 )
You say: "I can't forgive myself"
God says: I Forgive you
(I John 1:9 & Romans 8:1)
You say: "I can't manage"
God says: I will supply all your needs
(Philippians 4:19)
You say: "I'm afraid"
God says: I have not given you a spirit of fear
(II Timothy 1:7)
You say: "I'm always worried and frustrated"
God says: Cast all your cares on ME
(I Peter 5:7)
You say: "I'm not smart enough"
God says: I give you wisdom
(I Corinthians 1:30)
You say: "I feel all alone"
God says: I will never leave you or forsake you
(Hebrews 13:5)
GOD SAYS
BIBLE VERSES
You say: "It's impossible"
God Says: All things are possible
(Luke 18:27)
You say: "I'm too tired"
God says: I will give you rest
(Matthew 11:28-30)
You say: "Nobody really loves me"!
God says: I love you
(John 3:1 6 & John 3:34 )
You say: "I can't go on"
God says: My grace is sufficient
(II Corinthians 12:9 & Psalm 91:15)
You say: "I can't figure things out"
God says: I will direct your steps
(Proverbs 3:5- 6)
You say: "I can't do it"
God says: You can do all things
(Philippians 4:13)
You say: "I'm not able"
God says: I am able
(II Corinthians 9:8)
You say: "It's not worth it"
God says: It will be worth it
(Romans 8:28 )
You say: "I can't forgive myself"
God says: I Forgive you
(I John 1:9 & Romans 8:1)
You say: "I can't manage"
God says: I will supply all your needs
(Philippians 4:19)
You say: "I'm afraid"
God says: I have not given you a spirit of fear
(II Timothy 1:7)
You say: "I'm always worried and frustrated"
God says: Cast all your cares on ME
(I Peter 5:7)
You say: "I'm not smart enough"
God says: I give you wisdom
(I Corinthians 1:30)
You say: "I feel all alone"
God says: I will never leave you or forsake you
(Hebrews 13:5)
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Answered prayers for Josi!
I talked to Mary Ellen today. She had some hope for Josi in the news. She said that when she went to see Josi in the hospital at Craig in Denver, she turned her head to the left (or right, I don't remember which for sure) by herself. She never turned her head, let alone ever had it turned in that direction! And when Mary Ellen took the covers off her to see how she was doing for comfort and all, she felt her feet and they were warm! She said they hadn't been warm since the accident. The nurses or the doctors didn't understand why these things were happening. I do! God is answering prayers! Her 2 brain surgeries went well. She has been through so much, but needs so much more. Her joints were so stiff and growing wrong now. They were looking like they would poke through her skin! That will take a LOT of work to undo and a lot painful therapy to get better. So now we need to pray for her continued recovery. She will be there for a few months now. She has a wonderful room. Mary Ellen said that first they had her in the old part of the building in a ward and it was really awful, but now she's in the new part in a private room. There's even another room right off hers with a couch and chairs, fridge and microwave and Tv for Deb (her mom) and Bob (step dad) or Joe or siblings to stay in while she is there. That way someone can be with her all the time. God is good! He answers prayer above and beyond what we can even imagine!
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
WHO is Jesus?
We studied the bell - "Who am I in Jesus?" Now I think it would be good to answer this question: "Who is Jesus?"
Read Luke Chapter 9, verses 18 through 20. Jesus asked his disciples "Who do you say I am?" Disciples are people who follow Jesus. So, we need to know who it is we follow! Who IS this Jesus? This is a great question to ponder during these days before Easter, Easter, and afterwards. Please share your insights into this very important question.
Read Luke Chapter 9, verses 18 through 20. Jesus asked his disciples "Who do you say I am?" Disciples are people who follow Jesus. So, we need to know who it is we follow! Who IS this Jesus? This is a great question to ponder during these days before Easter, Easter, and afterwards. Please share your insights into this very important question.
Friday, March 14, 2008
This is the final day of the Novena for Kenny
Let us start the novena over from day one and pray it for all of our people we want to pray it for (I am praying it for Josi, Patsy, Mike, Kenny, Cathy and Gran, Linda and Joshua) with the emphasis on Kenny (Kimmet) this time.
Let us give thanks to our God for His unending love and mercy. Thank you, Jesus, for the healings and peace that will come from these novenas.
Let us give thanks to our God for His unending love and mercy. Thank you, Jesus, for the healings and peace that will come from these novenas.
Novena - day 9
Read Ephesians, chapter 3, verse 12
"In Christ and through faith in Him we can speak freely to God, drawing near to Him with CONFIDENCE". This is such a wonderful promise in the bible. Isn't it just amazing that we have a pathway to God, that leads us right into His presence. We can speak freely and without fear. We can do this through our faith in Jesus Christ. And we can be confident that He is always there and available to us when we seek Him out.
Read verse 13 of the same chapter
"So I ask you not to become discouraged because of Kenny's sufferings - don't be disheartened by the trials he endures - they are for your glory!" Just stay with him and with your prayers on his behalf. They ARE being answered in God's time and in God's way.
God loves him, and all of us so much! The promises of His love and forgiveness are as real, as sure, as positive as human words can make them. But, like describing the ocean, its total beauty cannot be understood until it is actually seen. It is the same with God's love. Until you actually accept it, until you actually experience it, until you actually posses true peace with God, no one can describe its wonders to you.
A prayer for Kenny and his family from Ephesians, chapter 3, verses 14 to 21
"So I bow in prayer before the Father from whom every family in heaven and on earth gets its true name. I ask the Father in his great glory to give you the power to be strong inwardly through his Spirit. I pray that Christ will live in your hearts by faith and that your life will be strong in love and be built on love. And I pray that you and all God's holy people will have the power to understand the greatness of Christ's love ---how wide and how long and how high and how deep that love is. Christ's love is greater than anyone can ever know, but I pray that you will be able to know that love. Then you can be filled with the fullness of God.
With God's power working in us, God can do much, much more than anything we can ask or imagine. To Him be glory in Christ Jesus for all time, forever and ever. Amen."
"In Christ and through faith in Him we can speak freely to God, drawing near to Him with CONFIDENCE". This is such a wonderful promise in the bible. Isn't it just amazing that we have a pathway to God, that leads us right into His presence. We can speak freely and without fear. We can do this through our faith in Jesus Christ. And we can be confident that He is always there and available to us when we seek Him out.
Read verse 13 of the same chapter
"So I ask you not to become discouraged because of Kenny's sufferings - don't be disheartened by the trials he endures - they are for your glory!" Just stay with him and with your prayers on his behalf. They ARE being answered in God's time and in God's way.
God loves him, and all of us so much! The promises of His love and forgiveness are as real, as sure, as positive as human words can make them. But, like describing the ocean, its total beauty cannot be understood until it is actually seen. It is the same with God's love. Until you actually accept it, until you actually experience it, until you actually posses true peace with God, no one can describe its wonders to you.
A prayer for Kenny and his family from Ephesians, chapter 3, verses 14 to 21
"So I bow in prayer before the Father from whom every family in heaven and on earth gets its true name. I ask the Father in his great glory to give you the power to be strong inwardly through his Spirit. I pray that Christ will live in your hearts by faith and that your life will be strong in love and be built on love. And I pray that you and all God's holy people will have the power to understand the greatness of Christ's love ---how wide and how long and how high and how deep that love is. Christ's love is greater than anyone can ever know, but I pray that you will be able to know that love. Then you can be filled with the fullness of God.
With God's power working in us, God can do much, much more than anything we can ask or imagine. To Him be glory in Christ Jesus for all time, forever and ever. Amen."
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Novena - day 8
Read the 16th chapter of psalms verses 9-11. This could be a prayer for Kenny.
His heart is glad and his soul rejoices, his body abides in confidence. Because, my Lord, you will not abandon him to the nether world, nor will his body undergo corruption in this life. God is showing him the path of life, the fullness of joys in God's presence, the delights at His hand - forever!
In verse 5 we read (and pray) The Lord is all I need. He takes care of me.
And in Psalms chapter 17 - verse 15b we read (and pray) When I wake up, I will see your likeness, Lord, and be satisfied.
God has the best for you, Kenny, take it all in!
Prayer:
Dear Jesus - you came so that Kenny could have life and have it more abundantly. (John 10:10) Please be with him in a mighty way - fill his heart with joy and confidence in your love for him, and help him see the promises you made to him. Thank you!
His heart is glad and his soul rejoices, his body abides in confidence. Because, my Lord, you will not abandon him to the nether world, nor will his body undergo corruption in this life. God is showing him the path of life, the fullness of joys in God's presence, the delights at His hand - forever!
In verse 5 we read (and pray) The Lord is all I need. He takes care of me.
And in Psalms chapter 17 - verse 15b we read (and pray) When I wake up, I will see your likeness, Lord, and be satisfied.
God has the best for you, Kenny, take it all in!
Prayer:
Dear Jesus - you came so that Kenny could have life and have it more abundantly. (John 10:10) Please be with him in a mighty way - fill his heart with joy and confidence in your love for him, and help him see the promises you made to him. Thank you!
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Novena - day 7
Read all of Hebrews, chapter 11
vs 1 - "Faith is confident assurance concerning what we hope for, and conviction about things we do not see."
vs 6 - "Without faith no one can please God. Anyone who comes to God must believe that He is real and that He rewards those who truly want to find Him."
Chapter 11 of Hebrews can encourage you by telling about peoples' faith. These examples should encourage you. Faith is the belief that God is real and that God is good . . . It is a CHOICE to believe that the one who made it all hasn't left it all and that He still responds when we have faith enough to ask. Faith is the belief that God will do what is right. His help is near and always available, but it is only given to those who seek it, those who come to Him and ask. Nothing results when we do nothing. Compared to God's part, our part is small, but necessary!
Prayer:
Lord, I am seeking you. I believe in you. I know you are with us and will make your presence known to Kenny and his family That is the greatest miracle of all. Thank You!
vs 1 - "Faith is confident assurance concerning what we hope for, and conviction about things we do not see."
vs 6 - "Without faith no one can please God. Anyone who comes to God must believe that He is real and that He rewards those who truly want to find Him."
Chapter 11 of Hebrews can encourage you by telling about peoples' faith. These examples should encourage you. Faith is the belief that God is real and that God is good . . . It is a CHOICE to believe that the one who made it all hasn't left it all and that He still responds when we have faith enough to ask. Faith is the belief that God will do what is right. His help is near and always available, but it is only given to those who seek it, those who come to Him and ask. Nothing results when we do nothing. Compared to God's part, our part is small, but necessary!
Prayer:
Lord, I am seeking you. I believe in you. I know you are with us and will make your presence known to Kenny and his family That is the greatest miracle of all. Thank You!
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Novena - day 6
Read John chapter 5, verses 2-9 (do you see the words "Do you WANT to be healed"?)
Ephesians chapter 2, verses 4-6 (Do you see the words "God is rich in mercy because of His great love for us. By this
favor you were saved"?)
Hebrews chapter 10, verses 12 and 13 (Do see the words "When He forgives our sinfulness, our sins - they are forgiven
and forgotten by God"?)
In John the man had been sick for 38 years! He thought if he could just make it into the water in time, he could be healed. But, he never could get there in time. He had no one to help him. Jesus asked him if he WANTED to be healed. I suppose He already knew the answer. And Jesus healed him right there. Sometimes, when nothing works, maybe all we need is Jesus!
From Ephesians we read that God loves us so much! His mercy is never-ending because of this great love He has for us. By this favor (God's love), Kenny, your life was saved! God's mercy and love is beyond our comprehension!
In Hebrews we see that when we accept His sacrifice on the cross as our salvation, our sins die on that cross with Jesus. That's WHY God sent His dearly beloved only son - so that we could have life and have it more abundantly - to the fullest! Our sins are forgiven - and forgotten - when we come to the cross - ask forgiveness - accept Jesus as our savior - and repent. We can live in the rest of God, in the peace of God - because we have this faith in God, in Jesus, in the Holy Spirit. We KNOW He will answer our prayer, that He desires for Kenny to have life and have it to the fullest, and that He has begun a work in him. And whatever He does for him, we know it is the best!
We just keep praying, believing, asking, receiving. NEVER GIVE UP ! ! !
PRAYER:
Lord, Jesus - Be with Kenny as he comes for healing. Help us to never give up, believing you are working a miracle for Kenny - in your way and in your time. We know his life has a purpose. You love him so much, and your mercy never ends because of this love. So, Lord Jesus, have mercy and spare him and his family from a life of hardship and sorrow - and give them abundant blessings and joy!
A-MEN !
Ephesians chapter 2, verses 4-6 (Do you see the words "God is rich in mercy because of His great love for us. By this
favor you were saved"?)
Hebrews chapter 10, verses 12 and 13 (Do see the words "When He forgives our sinfulness, our sins - they are forgiven
and forgotten by God"?)
In John the man had been sick for 38 years! He thought if he could just make it into the water in time, he could be healed. But, he never could get there in time. He had no one to help him. Jesus asked him if he WANTED to be healed. I suppose He already knew the answer. And Jesus healed him right there. Sometimes, when nothing works, maybe all we need is Jesus!
From Ephesians we read that God loves us so much! His mercy is never-ending because of this great love He has for us. By this favor (God's love), Kenny, your life was saved! God's mercy and love is beyond our comprehension!
In Hebrews we see that when we accept His sacrifice on the cross as our salvation, our sins die on that cross with Jesus. That's WHY God sent His dearly beloved only son - so that we could have life and have it more abundantly - to the fullest! Our sins are forgiven - and forgotten - when we come to the cross - ask forgiveness - accept Jesus as our savior - and repent. We can live in the rest of God, in the peace of God - because we have this faith in God, in Jesus, in the Holy Spirit. We KNOW He will answer our prayer, that He desires for Kenny to have life and have it to the fullest, and that He has begun a work in him. And whatever He does for him, we know it is the best!
We just keep praying, believing, asking, receiving. NEVER GIVE UP ! ! !
PRAYER:
Lord, Jesus - Be with Kenny as he comes for healing. Help us to never give up, believing you are working a miracle for Kenny - in your way and in your time. We know his life has a purpose. You love him so much, and your mercy never ends because of this love. So, Lord Jesus, have mercy and spare him and his family from a life of hardship and sorrow - and give them abundant blessings and joy!
A-MEN !
Monday, March 10, 2008
Novena - day 5
Read Matthew chapter 7, verses 7 - 11
"For the one who asks, receives, the one who seeks finds, the one who knocks enters. The Father will not give us what is bad for us, only what is good. He will give good things to anyone who asks!"
We need to ask God for what we need. We must seek Him and only Him - nothing else can work out God's plan better than God Himself - and we must be with Him, seek Him earnestly. Keep knocking, be persistent with your knocking. God will open the door and let you enter into His presence, there to grant what you are seeking and asking. If my child came knocking on my door, begging me for whatever they needed, there is no way I could say "no" and slam the door in their faces, and go back to what I was doing. No - I would have to invite them in, and give them what they ask - something good for them. But if they asked me for something that I knew would be bad I would not grant that to them. Only what I know would be good for them. That's what a parent does. And so, our heavenly Father will give good things to His children who ask Him!
I am asking, Lord, heal Kenny totally - as a witness of your presence in our lives, and to show that you do keep your promises, I ask this boldly - in Jesus' name. We are seeking YOU and YOUR will and purpose for Kenny and his family. We seek YOU, we want to know you more, we want to see you in Kenny's trials. Help us know you truly are present in our world, and with us! We are knocking, Lord. Let us enter into the secret place of communion with you. We ask for your mercy. Show us that you hear our prayer. We ask all this in the mighty name of Jesus, our Lord! A-men!
"For the one who asks, receives, the one who seeks finds, the one who knocks enters. The Father will not give us what is bad for us, only what is good. He will give good things to anyone who asks!"
We need to ask God for what we need. We must seek Him and only Him - nothing else can work out God's plan better than God Himself - and we must be with Him, seek Him earnestly. Keep knocking, be persistent with your knocking. God will open the door and let you enter into His presence, there to grant what you are seeking and asking. If my child came knocking on my door, begging me for whatever they needed, there is no way I could say "no" and slam the door in their faces, and go back to what I was doing. No - I would have to invite them in, and give them what they ask - something good for them. But if they asked me for something that I knew would be bad I would not grant that to them. Only what I know would be good for them. That's what a parent does. And so, our heavenly Father will give good things to His children who ask Him!
I am asking, Lord, heal Kenny totally - as a witness of your presence in our lives, and to show that you do keep your promises, I ask this boldly - in Jesus' name. We are seeking YOU and YOUR will and purpose for Kenny and his family. We seek YOU, we want to know you more, we want to see you in Kenny's trials. Help us know you truly are present in our world, and with us! We are knocking, Lord. Let us enter into the secret place of communion with you. We ask for your mercy. Show us that you hear our prayer. We ask all this in the mighty name of Jesus, our Lord! A-men!
Sunday, March 9, 2008
Novena - day 4
Read Romans chapter 4
Think of Abraham's impossible situation: He was 100 years old. Sarah was about 80 - well beyond child bearing years. But God had promised him his descendants would inherit the earth. Even though Abraham could not understand how he could possibly have descendants when he wasn't even having children, he beleieved anyway, he had faith in God's promise - in his impossible situation. His faith in God never became weak. He never doubted that God would keep His promise, and he never stopped believing. He, in fact, grew stronger in his faith and gave praise to God. Abraham felt sure that God was able to do what he had promised. So, "God accepted Abraham's faith". These words ("God accepted Abraham's faith") were written not only for Abraham, but also for us.
Read Romans chapter 5, verses 1-5
Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, we have gained access by faith to the grace in which we now stand, and we boast of our hope for the glory of God.
Prayer:
Dear Jesus - when we look on Kenny and his trouble he's in, we see an impossible situation. How could he ever be healed? How can he ever be healed of cancer and heart disease? Even though we do not understand, we just know that you can do anything. You can heal him. You know what he needs. You know the faith of his wife and his family! So, we just boast of that hope we have because of our faith in you. We all believe that you can do this miracle for Kenny. And we give you glory and praise for what you are about to do for him. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN!
Kenny is now cancer free! Thank you, Jesus! We just pray for continued health, for strength to return, and peace in his heart.
Think of Abraham's impossible situation: He was 100 years old. Sarah was about 80 - well beyond child bearing years. But God had promised him his descendants would inherit the earth. Even though Abraham could not understand how he could possibly have descendants when he wasn't even having children, he beleieved anyway, he had faith in God's promise - in his impossible situation. His faith in God never became weak. He never doubted that God would keep His promise, and he never stopped believing. He, in fact, grew stronger in his faith and gave praise to God. Abraham felt sure that God was able to do what he had promised. So, "God accepted Abraham's faith". These words ("God accepted Abraham's faith") were written not only for Abraham, but also for us.
Read Romans chapter 5, verses 1-5
Through our Lord, Jesus Christ, we have gained access by faith to the grace in which we now stand, and we boast of our hope for the glory of God.
Prayer:
Dear Jesus - when we look on Kenny and his trouble he's in, we see an impossible situation. How could he ever be healed? How can he ever be healed of cancer and heart disease? Even though we do not understand, we just know that you can do anything. You can heal him. You know what he needs. You know the faith of his wife and his family! So, we just boast of that hope we have because of our faith in you. We all believe that you can do this miracle for Kenny. And we give you glory and praise for what you are about to do for him. In Jesus name we pray, AMEN!
Kenny is now cancer free! Thank you, Jesus! We just pray for continued health, for strength to return, and peace in his heart.
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