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Happy Thanksgiving: Some Things For Which I Am Thankful!

Happy Thanksgiving: Some Things For Which I Am Thankful!

Thank you, Lord, for all you have provided. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Thank you, Lord, for all you have provided. In Jesus’ name, amen. 

As a believer and follower of Jesus, I am thankful. As soon as I finished writing this list, I thought of more to add. Each day brings new blessings.

I am thankful for the following and more:

For by a personal relationship with Jesus based on my believing the words of John, the third chapter, the sixteenth verse.

For God the Father.

For Jesus’ birth, life, and resurrection which gives victory over death.

For the gift of the Holy Spirit.

For the Word of God and all the authors who wrote the divinely inspired words.

For the apostles.

For translators who make the Bible’s content available in all the heart languages of the people of the world.

For missionaries serving around the globe.

For prayer warriors.

For answered prayers whether the answers be a “yes,” “no,” or “wait.”

For the family of God; the body of believers.

For Sunday school classes.

For men’s and women’s church groups.

For Christian educators and the students in their classes.

For hymns, other sacred music, and for contemporary Christian music.

For the ability to praise God from whom all blessings flow.

For living in a free country where it is possible to worship our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

For believers who persist in their faith even under difficult circumstances and persecution.

For relationships with friends and family.

For work I can do as unto the Lord.

For my calling as a writer.

For my readers. You!

For new believers who come to personal faith in Christ.

For seekers who thrust for living water.

For unbelievers who are friends, neighbors, and acquaintances who keep me on my knees in intercession for them.

For the provisions for my well-being and those of my loved ones, including food, water, and shelter.

Here is a suggestion: Make a list of thing things for which you are thankful. Reread your list at least once a week until the end of the year. Add to your list. Praise God for the blessings in your life.

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God is Their Helper?

God is Their Helper?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who know God is their helper. In Jesus’ name, amen.

When facing overwhelming odds, some people give up. Although David had enemies seeking to kill him, David appeals to God.

In Psalm 54:1-7 (ESV), David’s message includes prayer, offering, being saved from trouble, and ends in triumph.

“O God, save me by your name,
and vindicate me by your might.
O God, hear my prayer;
give ear to the words of my mouth.

For strangers have risen against me;
ruthless men seek my life;
they do not set God before themselves. Selah

Behold, God is my helper;
the Lord is the upholder of my life.
He will return the evil to my enemies;
in your faithfulness put an end to them.

With a freewill offering I will sacrifice to you;
I will give thanks to your name, O Lord, for it is good.
For he has delivered me from every trouble,
and my eye has looked in triumph on my enemies.”

Are you outnumbered? Feeling overwhelmed? Stop. Reread Psalm 54. God delivers from every trouble.

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Give Ear?

Give Ear?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for those who ask you to give ear to their cry. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Today, some people are so preoccupied with themselves that their listening skills have deteriorated.

Studies indicate that even though people rank high when it comes to listening to their bosses at work, they often have poorer listening habits when it comes to interactions with family.

In Psalm 39:12-13, the psalmist, David, pleads with the Lord to listen:

“Hear my prayer, O Lord,
and give ear to my cry;
hold not your peace at my tears!
For I am a sojourner with you,
a guest, like all my fathers.
Look away from me, that I may smile again,
before I depart and am no more!”

Avoid selective hearing and poor listening habits. Make every effort to become attentive. Go ahead. Ask the Lord to hear the cry of your heart.

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God Has Delivered?

God Has Delivered?

Dear Lord, I ask for wisdom for those God has delivered. In Jesus’ name, amen.

God hears the prayers of the faithful. It is affirming when God answers prayer positively. Yet, he can answer prayer with “yes;” “no;” and “wait.” There are a lot of other gradations in between.

Psalm 34:4-7 (ESV) is about when God answers prayers and delivers:

“I sought the Lord, and he answered me
and delivered me from all my fears.
Those who look to him are radiant,
and their faces shall never be ashamed.
This poor man cried, and the Lord heard him
and saved him out of all his troubles.
The angel of the Lord encamps
around those who fear him, and delivers them.”

Ask the God of the universe to intervene in your life. Pray. Now.

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Calling Out to God?

Calling Out to God?

Dear Lord, I pray for wisdom for all those who call out to you in prayer. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Prayer is having a conversation with God.

John Denver wrote, “Talked to God and listened to the casual reply,” in his song, “Rocky Mountain High.”

Listen to the psalmist’s heartfelt plea and the confidence he has in God in Psalm 4:1-3 (ESV):

“Answer me when I call, O God of my righteousness!
You have given me relief when I was in distress.
Be gracious to me and hear my prayer!

O men, how long shall my honor be turned into shame?
How long will you love vain words and seek after lies? Selah
But know that the Lord has set apart the godly for himself;
the Lord hears when I call to him.”

How is God prompting you to pray? Pray for as long as you need.

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Independence Day – 2021

Independence Day – 2021

Dear Lord, On this Fourth of July, I pray for wisdom for elected officials who serve at the local, state, and federal level, and for members of judiciary, police, first responders, medical professionals, members of the military, and all of their families. In Jesus’ name amen.

America’s leaders need God-given wisdom now more than ever.

Many public servants gladly offer their time, talent, and energy. These people often make great sacrifices to contribute to society. The selfless ones stand in stark contrast to others who aspire to leadership for personal gain.

Apostle Paul calls us to pray for those in authority in 1 Timothy 2:1-2 (ESV):

“First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way.”

Those in high positions can change lives.

Consider the impact of praying for leaders. Competent and confident leaders can make a huge difference. Decisions leaders make change society. Pray without ceasing for all people but especially for those in leadership. Don’t hesitate. On this Independence Day, pray now for America and for those in authority.

God bless America!

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