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Tuesday, November 26, 2019
A Call To Intercession
2 Chronicles 7:14 If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, pray, seek my face, and turn from their wicked way, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.
Most recently God has laid before me the opportunity and privilege to pray for each state in our nation. I`m sure that you will agree, as Christians we need to call out to God on one another`s behalf.
He has also given me a strategy......I`m to pray for each state in the order that they joined the Union. I`m to pray sporadically throughout each day for 7 days per state. I believe that prayers may be prompted by God as needed. Or perhaps, as I`ve already heard, they may be as simple as merely staying out loud the name of the state followed by Jesus. He has assured me that He knows their needs. Matthew 6:8......for your Father knows what you need before you ask.
I`m to begin praying for the state of Delaware on Sunday December first. I found it interesting that Delaware joined the Union on December 7, 1787. Upon that anniversary I will have prayed for one week. I`m expecting and anticipating an exciting and interesting year.
If you are interested and would like to joining me, just pray! I will post on Facebook weekly the states in order of prayer. Please invite family and friend to join.
Matthew 18:20 For where 2 or 3 gather together in my name, there I am in the midst of them.
Father God thank you for the call to prayer. I know that your daily steadfast love and mercy will cause this prayer movement to bloom and flood the gates of heaven on behalf of the United States of America. We are one nation under your power and authority, in the NAME OF JESUS
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Saturday, May 10, 2014
Come Back For Thy Neighbor
The Greatest Commandment: Matthew 22:37-39 He said to them, "You should love the LORD your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind. This is the greatest and first commandment. And a second is like it: "You shall love your neighbor as yourself."
It`s been a while since I written but this very true story deserves to be shared. Thank you, JESUS!
Growing up in the early sixties was very different from neighborhoods today. In our rural community neighbors could live miles apart but you know most of them personally. I`m embarrassed to admit that I don`t even know the neighbors that live on our own street. Of course I wave at a familiar vehicle but that the extent of my hospitality. Shame on me!
Back to Bunker Hill Road in the 60`s. My family consisted of 5 siblings, 2 girls and 3 boys, up the road about a country miles lived the Foley family, transplants from New York. It was great when the Foley`s bought a farm and moved in. They had 3 girls and 4 boys, finally kids in the neighborhood. Years later the Boulden family joined our close knit circle of friends with 1 girl and three boys.
Through out the years the bonds of friendship strengthened as we all supported one another through life`s ups and downs. Of course the mothers of the clans also developed lifelong friendship. My mother, Mabel and Mary mother of the Foley family where like sister, the sisters that Mary had left behind in New York. Betty came into the picture when the Boulden family brought the old farm house when the Foley`s built a new and bigger house. Mabel, Mary, Betty the moms and all the kids; Ernie, Linda, Robin, Joyce Danny, Mariann, Jackie, Ginger, Richard, Billy, Donald, Betsy, Diane, Artie, Andy and Alan the neighborhood folks. Chappy, John and Art the hardworking men of the families.
My mom, Mabel passed 14 years ago, Mary died about 4 years ago and Betty passed just weeks ago. By coincidence I ran into Diane shortly after her mother`s funeral. She came home from Texas to be at her mother`s side before her passing. She was very anxious to share with me what had happened, as she sat beside her mother`s death bed. Tearfully, she told me that her mother was in and out of consciousness before she finally went home to be with the LORD. Diane said, I`m so glad I ran into you, I want you to know your mother is okay! Puzzled, I listen, she said that as her mom came in and out of consciousness for hours she called out the names Mary, Mabel, Mary, Mabel don`t leave, don`t leave! Linda, your mom and Mary came to mom. By this time I was sobbing and hugging Diane in a gigantic bear hug. WOW GOD! What a blessing to run into Diane before she left for Texas and what comfort to know that my mom and Mary are on the Welcome to Heaven Team. As I sit here writing this I have a smile from ear to ear, wonder what Betty thinks of Heaven?? HAPPY MOTHERS DAY, MOM, MARY AND BETTY, miss you! AMEN
It`s been a while since I written but this very true story deserves to be shared. Thank you, JESUS!
Growing up in the early sixties was very different from neighborhoods today. In our rural community neighbors could live miles apart but you know most of them personally. I`m embarrassed to admit that I don`t even know the neighbors that live on our own street. Of course I wave at a familiar vehicle but that the extent of my hospitality. Shame on me!
Back to Bunker Hill Road in the 60`s. My family consisted of 5 siblings, 2 girls and 3 boys, up the road about a country miles lived the Foley family, transplants from New York. It was great when the Foley`s bought a farm and moved in. They had 3 girls and 4 boys, finally kids in the neighborhood. Years later the Boulden family joined our close knit circle of friends with 1 girl and three boys.
Through out the years the bonds of friendship strengthened as we all supported one another through life`s ups and downs. Of course the mothers of the clans also developed lifelong friendship. My mother, Mabel and Mary mother of the Foley family where like sister, the sisters that Mary had left behind in New York. Betty came into the picture when the Boulden family brought the old farm house when the Foley`s built a new and bigger house. Mabel, Mary, Betty the moms and all the kids; Ernie, Linda, Robin, Joyce Danny, Mariann, Jackie, Ginger, Richard, Billy, Donald, Betsy, Diane, Artie, Andy and Alan the neighborhood folks. Chappy, John and Art the hardworking men of the families.
My mom, Mabel passed 14 years ago, Mary died about 4 years ago and Betty passed just weeks ago. By coincidence I ran into Diane shortly after her mother`s funeral. She came home from Texas to be at her mother`s side before her passing. She was very anxious to share with me what had happened, as she sat beside her mother`s death bed. Tearfully, she told me that her mother was in and out of consciousness before she finally went home to be with the LORD. Diane said, I`m so glad I ran into you, I want you to know your mother is okay! Puzzled, I listen, she said that as her mom came in and out of consciousness for hours she called out the names Mary, Mabel, Mary, Mabel don`t leave, don`t leave! Linda, your mom and Mary came to mom. By this time I was sobbing and hugging Diane in a gigantic bear hug. WOW GOD! What a blessing to run into Diane before she left for Texas and what comfort to know that my mom and Mary are on the Welcome to Heaven Team. As I sit here writing this I have a smile from ear to ear, wonder what Betty thinks of Heaven?? HAPPY MOTHERS DAY, MOM, MARY AND BETTY, miss you! AMEN
Saturday, March 30, 2013
Please Pray For Me! Day 410
Philippians 4:6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God. Romans 8:1 Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of life set me free from the law of sin and death.
How is it still possible that after years of spiritual growth and healing, that Satan can still cripple me emotionally? Genesis 3:13 Then the LORD God said to the women, "What is this you have done"? The women said, "The serpent deceived me.........no doubt in my mind! Satan is well aware of my weaknesses and knows just how and when to throw the first punch. He`s doesn`t play fair, he lays and waits for the perfect opportunity to attack. What a jerk!
Thursday I battled Satan all day, however because of my relationship with Jesus, I am prepared for combat. As I have shared many times, my roots of family dysfunction often surface, allowing Satan to throw the one two punch right to my gut. Through out the day, several times down for the count, my defense was prayer.
So what started this scrimmage? What I considered to be an act of love and concern on behalf of my sister, turned into an invitation for Satan`s attack. My sister is struggling with some health issues, so I asked my facebook friends to please pray for her. As God gently reminded me, my sister and I just think differently. "We have not because, we ask not." Joyce was offended that I had violated her privacy by posting a prayer request on facebook. She scowled me, "I don`t want everyone to know my business." I apologized, immediately Satan proceeded with his deception......Linda how could you have been so stupid? You`ve just demolished the progress that your God has made in your relationship with your sister, thanks for helping me! I believed his lies, I felt terrible!
Immediately, I was overwhelmed with guilt and shame, uncontrollable tears flowed! I tried in vain to extinguish the flow. However, it required a call for reinforcements, I needed prayer and I needed it fast! I called one of my spiritual sisters, Pat Turner. I could hardly talk, between deep breaths and intense sobbing, I relayed to Pat that I needed her to pray for me. I was definitely overpowered by ugly-face tears! Pat graciously granted my request. Soon, with Pat`s prayers, love and compassion the water works subsided.
Now off to my job for Market Place Chaplain, I had people to visit and pray with and for. Without Pat`s prayers this task may have been impossible, Satan had pumped my head and heart full of his lies. How can you pray for anyone, you just messed up your relationship with your own sister? You`re so dumb, how do you have the confidence to pray for anyone? Thank you God, for my friend Pat and your faithfulness. Psalms 9:1-2 I will praise you, O LORD, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonders. I will be glad and rejoice in you; I will sing praise to your name, O most high.
After only three hours of ministering to employees, I found myself drained. How do pastor do this? God is this some kind of test, are you sure I can do this job? Oops, did I just open the door of self-doubt? Oh no, not you again Satan. I`m tired and drained, leave me alone. Father God, what`s going on?
Hours later, while praying with my friend Anita, I was brought to tears again. However, these tears where different. Not tears of condemnations but tears of desire and need. The requirement to be nurtured and replenished. As Anita and I prayed, I knew that I just needed a hug! No problem, she said! Psalms 34:8 Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the man who take refuge in him.
Together, at the Generation Station an after school program for middle school student, we listened to a presentation by a policeman about addiction. As officer Groce made his presentation, my memory was flooded with accounts of my own alcohol addiction and the addiction issues that have destroyed my own family Office Groce, works at the local school with the Dare Program. As I chatted with office Groce, I briefly shared my own battle with addiction, I told him I would be glad to assist his program with my personal testimony. He took my information saying that they are assembling a panel to share testimony with students. Wow, thank you Father God, I pray that you will use me to witness to these young children. Use me LORD. Romans 8:28 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
What a day, such a gamut of emotions! Now home to have a nice dinner with my hubby, I just need a restful peaceful evening. Not the case. Rick got home late, he has consumed a few beers! But that`s okay. As we ate, I told him about my day. Instead of the love and compassion that I needed, he acted in anger and frustration when I told him what happened with Joyce and I. Great. Now he`s yelling at me, back to the feeling of condemnation. Satan, you mean you`re still hanging out with me? Once again, uncontrollable tears....what a day I`m having. Tears, on top of more tears! Romans 7:14-17 We know that the law is spiritual; but I am unspiritual, sold as a slave to sin. I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do. And if I do what I do not want to do, I agree that the law is good. As it is, it is no longer I myself who do it, but it is sin living in me.
SOS, this time I texted my friend Suzanne, can you call me? I`m in need of prayer! Here I go again. Between breath taking sobs I told her what was going on. Can you please pray for me, I`ve prayed but I can`t stop crying. Sob sniff, sob sniff, sob.....sniff,sniff, sniff. As she prayed, I felt the loving arm of Jesus holding me tight. A sense of peace and comfort flooded my soul. A vision of angels surrounded my existence. Thank you, Father God. Suzanne, prayed the exact words that I needed, thank you Holy Spirit! 2 Samuel 23:2 The Spirit of the LORD spoke through Suzanne; his word was on Suzanne`s tongue....personalize that, hope God doesn`t mind!
As I laid my head down for I night, I prayed, God what is it that allows Satan to block me from your grace and mercy. Please reveal the power, I still relinquish to him. "It`s his lie, your identity is in Jesus, not merely your family of origin." Really, God? In the name of Jesus, I renounce the lie that Satan can control my thoughts and emotions. I reclaim any authority that I have given to him. In the name of Christ Jesus....I will no longer tolerate or listen to Satan's lies, your truth will set me free. Amen.....Good night Father God, did I pass this test today?
John 3:3 In reply Jesus declared, "I tell you the truth, no one can see the kingdom of God unless he is born again. John 3:5-8 Jesus answered, "I tell you the truth, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless he is born of water and the Spirit. Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit. You should not be surprised at my saying, "You must be born again The wind blows wherever it please. You hear its sounds, but you cannot tell where it come from or where it is going. So it is with everyone born of the Spirit."
Jesus said in Acts1:8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit come on you; and you will be my witness in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.
Please pray for my sister Joyce she has some huge health issues to over come. LORD GOD, I thank you for my brothers and sister the family that you hand picked for me! Philippian 3:13-14 Brothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do; forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead. I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in CHRIST JESUS.
Have a blessed Easter, have you received the gift that Jesus died for? ALL PRAISE AND GLORY TO LORD GOD ALMIGHTY......CHRIST IS RISEN!
How is it still possible that after years of spiritual growth and healing, that Satan can still cripple me emotionally? Genesis 3:13 Then the LORD God said to the women, "What is this you have done"? The women said, "The serpent deceived me.........no doubt in my mind! Satan is well aware of my weaknesses and knows just how and when to throw the first punch. He`s doesn`t play fair, he lays and waits for the perfect opportunity to attack. What a jerk!
Thursday I battled Satan all day, however because of my relationship with Jesus, I am prepared for combat. As I have shared many times, my roots of family dysfunction often surface, allowing Satan to throw the one two punch right to my gut. Through out the day, several times down for the count, my defense was prayer.
So what started this scrimmage? What I considered to be an act of love and concern on behalf of my sister, turned into an invitation for Satan`s attack. My sister is struggling with some health issues, so I asked my facebook friends to please pray for her. As God gently reminded me, my sister and I just think differently. "We have not because, we ask not." Joyce was offended that I had violated her privacy by posting a prayer request on facebook. She scowled me, "I don`t want everyone to know my business." I apologized, immediately Satan proceeded with his deception......Linda how could you have been so stupid? You`ve just demolished the progress that your God has made in your relationship with your sister, thanks for helping me! I believed his lies, I felt terrible!
Immediately, I was overwhelmed with guilt and shame, uncontrollable tears flowed! I tried in vain to extinguish the flow. However, it required a call for reinforcements, I needed prayer and I needed it fast! I called one of my spiritual sisters, Pat Turner. I could hardly talk, between deep breaths and intense sobbing, I relayed to Pat that I needed her to pray for me. I was definitely overpowered by ugly-face tears! Pat graciously granted my request. Soon, with Pat`s prayers, love and compassion the water works subsided.
Now off to my job for Market Place Chaplain, I had people to visit and pray with and for. Without Pat`s prayers this task may have been impossible, Satan had pumped my head and heart full of his lies. How can you pray for anyone, you just messed up your relationship with your own sister? You`re so dumb, how do you have the confidence to pray for anyone? Thank you God, for my friend Pat and your faithfulness. Psalms 9:1-2 I will praise you, O LORD, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonders. I will be glad and rejoice in you; I will sing praise to your name, O most high.
After only three hours of ministering to employees, I found myself drained. How do pastor do this? God is this some kind of test, are you sure I can do this job? Oops, did I just open the door of self-doubt? Oh no, not you again Satan. I`m tired and drained, leave me alone. Father God, what`s going on?
Hours later, while praying with my friend Anita, I was brought to tears again. However, these tears where different. Not tears of condemnations but tears of desire and need. The requirement to be nurtured and replenished. As Anita and I prayed, I knew that I just needed a hug! No problem, she said! Psalms 34:8 Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the man who take refuge in him.
Together, at the Generation Station an after school program for middle school student, we listened to a presentation by a policeman about addiction. As officer Groce made his presentation, my memory was flooded with accounts of my own alcohol addiction and the addiction issues that have destroyed my own family Office Groce, works at the local school with the Dare Program. As I chatted with office Groce, I briefly shared my own battle with addiction, I told him I would be glad to assist his program with my personal testimony. He took my information saying that they are assembling a panel to share testimony with students. Wow, thank you Father God, I pray that you will use me to witness to these young children. Use me LORD. Romans 8:28 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
What a day, such a gamut of emotions! Now home to have a nice dinner with my hubby, I just need a restful peaceful evening. Not the case. Rick got home late, he has consumed a few beers! But that`s okay. As we ate, I told him about my day. Instead of the love and compassion that I needed, he acted in anger and frustration when I told him what happened with Joyce and I. Great. Now he`s yelling at me, back to the feeling of condemnation. Satan, you mean you`re still hanging out with me? Once again, uncontrollable tears....what a day I`m having. Tears, on top of more tears! Romans 7:14-17 We know that the law is spiritual; but I am unspiritual, sold as a slave to sin. I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate I do. And if I do what I do not want to do, I agree that the law is good. As it is, it is no longer I myself who do it, but it is sin living in me.
SOS, this time I texted my friend Suzanne, can you call me? I`m in need of prayer! Here I go again. Between breath taking sobs I told her what was going on. Can you please pray for me, I`ve prayed but I can`t stop crying. Sob sniff, sob sniff, sob.....sniff,sniff, sniff. As she prayed, I felt the loving arm of Jesus holding me tight. A sense of peace and comfort flooded my soul. A vision of angels surrounded my existence. Thank you, Father God. Suzanne, prayed the exact words that I needed, thank you Holy Spirit! 2 Samuel 23:2 The Spirit of the LORD spoke through Suzanne; his word was on Suzanne`s tongue....personalize that, hope God doesn`t mind!
As I laid my head down for I night, I prayed, God what is it that allows Satan to block me from your grace and mercy. Please reveal the power, I still relinquish to him. "It`s his lie, your identity is in Jesus, not merely your family of origin." Really, God? In the name of Jesus, I renounce the lie that Satan can control my thoughts and emotions. I reclaim any authority that I have given to him. In the name of Christ Jesus....I will no longer tolerate or listen to Satan's lies, your truth will set me free. Amen.....Good night Father God, did I pass this test today?
John 3:3 In reply Jesus declared, "I tell you the truth, no one can see the kingdom of God unless he is born again. John 3:5-8 Jesus answered, "I tell you the truth, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless he is born of water and the Spirit. Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit. You should not be surprised at my saying, "You must be born again The wind blows wherever it please. You hear its sounds, but you cannot tell where it come from or where it is going. So it is with everyone born of the Spirit."
Jesus said in Acts1:8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit come on you; and you will be my witness in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.
Please pray for my sister Joyce she has some huge health issues to over come. LORD GOD, I thank you for my brothers and sister the family that you hand picked for me! Philippian 3:13-14 Brothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do; forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead. I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in CHRIST JESUS.
Have a blessed Easter, have you received the gift that Jesus died for? ALL PRAISE AND GLORY TO LORD GOD ALMIGHTY......CHRIST IS RISEN!
Friday, March 22, 2013
Kacie`s Story Day 409
Titus 2:3 Likewise, teach the older women to be reverent in the way they live, not to be slanderers or addicted to much wine, but to teach what is good. They can train the younger women to love their husbands and children, to be self-controlled and pure, to be busy at home, to be kind, and to be subject to their husbands, so that no one will malign the word of God.
I met 19 year old Kacie less than six months ago, but our relationship has recently soared to new heights thanks to the LORD GOD ALMIGHTY. Kacie works at Willis Chevrolet in Smyrna DE, which is one of the clients that I visit for Market Place Chaplains. The first day that I met Kacie, I explained my job as her chaplain. The Willis family provides my service free of charge for their employees, it is the employee`s choice to receive or decline our service. As a chaplain, I am a care-giver who is available 24/7 to provide care, concern, compassion and hope to all employees and their families. I shared with Kacie that chaplains are available to make hospital visits perform weddings, or to perform funeral services if needed. I also told her that I would pray with and for her if she would like.
As the weeks and month quickly passed, Kacie was always willing and eager to chat with me. We talked about her family, her plans for the future, her relationship with her boyfriend, her grandfather`s health issues and her relationship with God. Like many, Kacie confessed that she knows about God, but didn`t really have an intimate relationship with him. I suggested that perhaps we pray! Very often Kacie and I would join hands as I prayed on her behalf.
On one of my visits Kacie had a hand written list of questions that she wanted to ask me. I was delighted! I gave Kacie one of my favorite small wooden crosses, I encouraged her to hold on to it as a reminder that Father God is always willing and ready to chat. On another visit after we prayed, I gave her a cross bookmaker that hung from the book I was carrying. Guess I forgot about the one I had already given her or maybe God just wanted her to have more than one reminder of his love.
It`s always a pleasure to see Kacie smiling face as I approach her work area at her cashiers station! Between customers we squeeze in as much God-time as possible. "I haven`t seen you since I had my accident! What happened? Where you hurt? She continued, remember that snow storm a few weeks ago, I totaled my car on the way to work. Before leaving for work my mom called me and warned me not to take Honeysuckle Road, it`s too winding and twisty, stay on the main road! Then totally out of character, my boyfriend texted me suggesting that I take the main road and avoid Honeysuckle Rd.
However, I ignored two warnings and traveled on Honeysuckle Rd. My car slid off the road as I lost control. In the agony and fear of the moment the only words out of my mouth were "O GOD." Buckled in, my car rolled four times, somehow avoiding the trees that lined the slippery road. Finally, the car stopped resting on it`s side, drivers door down in the dirt. Shorty, two men came to my rescue, helping me to climb out of my vehicle. Somehow, I escaped with only a tiny scratch on my hand. The two crosses that you gave me where in my car!"
Wow, God! Tears flowed from both of us and I was covered from head to toe with Holy Spirit goosebumps as Kacie told her incredible God-story! A hug of love and friendship was followed by prayer and praise to Father God!
I asked Kacie`s permission to share this story, as we texted back and forth with needed information, she texted; "thank you for praying with and for me, you are always the one person I can count on to improve things in my life that I feel are heading down hill. I really appreciate it. God has truly made an entrance into my life that I needed. I am fine with you sharing this story and spreading the Word. Thank you for always keeping my troubles in your prayers. I will be sure to pass my prayer to someone just as you have done with me!"
Kacie you are welcome, I am so blessed to be used by Father God to connect you to his unconditional love for you. "O GOD, YOUR LOVE FOR EACH OF US IS AMAZING, THANK YOU."
Matthew 5:16 In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.
I met 19 year old Kacie less than six months ago, but our relationship has recently soared to new heights thanks to the LORD GOD ALMIGHTY. Kacie works at Willis Chevrolet in Smyrna DE, which is one of the clients that I visit for Market Place Chaplains. The first day that I met Kacie, I explained my job as her chaplain. The Willis family provides my service free of charge for their employees, it is the employee`s choice to receive or decline our service. As a chaplain, I am a care-giver who is available 24/7 to provide care, concern, compassion and hope to all employees and their families. I shared with Kacie that chaplains are available to make hospital visits perform weddings, or to perform funeral services if needed. I also told her that I would pray with and for her if she would like.
As the weeks and month quickly passed, Kacie was always willing and eager to chat with me. We talked about her family, her plans for the future, her relationship with her boyfriend, her grandfather`s health issues and her relationship with God. Like many, Kacie confessed that she knows about God, but didn`t really have an intimate relationship with him. I suggested that perhaps we pray! Very often Kacie and I would join hands as I prayed on her behalf.
On one of my visits Kacie had a hand written list of questions that she wanted to ask me. I was delighted! I gave Kacie one of my favorite small wooden crosses, I encouraged her to hold on to it as a reminder that Father God is always willing and ready to chat. On another visit after we prayed, I gave her a cross bookmaker that hung from the book I was carrying. Guess I forgot about the one I had already given her or maybe God just wanted her to have more than one reminder of his love.
It`s always a pleasure to see Kacie smiling face as I approach her work area at her cashiers station! Between customers we squeeze in as much God-time as possible. "I haven`t seen you since I had my accident! What happened? Where you hurt? She continued, remember that snow storm a few weeks ago, I totaled my car on the way to work. Before leaving for work my mom called me and warned me not to take Honeysuckle Road, it`s too winding and twisty, stay on the main road! Then totally out of character, my boyfriend texted me suggesting that I take the main road and avoid Honeysuckle Rd.
However, I ignored two warnings and traveled on Honeysuckle Rd. My car slid off the road as I lost control. In the agony and fear of the moment the only words out of my mouth were "O GOD." Buckled in, my car rolled four times, somehow avoiding the trees that lined the slippery road. Finally, the car stopped resting on it`s side, drivers door down in the dirt. Shorty, two men came to my rescue, helping me to climb out of my vehicle. Somehow, I escaped with only a tiny scratch on my hand. The two crosses that you gave me where in my car!"
Wow, God! Tears flowed from both of us and I was covered from head to toe with Holy Spirit goosebumps as Kacie told her incredible God-story! A hug of love and friendship was followed by prayer and praise to Father God!
I asked Kacie`s permission to share this story, as we texted back and forth with needed information, she texted; "thank you for praying with and for me, you are always the one person I can count on to improve things in my life that I feel are heading down hill. I really appreciate it. God has truly made an entrance into my life that I needed. I am fine with you sharing this story and spreading the Word. Thank you for always keeping my troubles in your prayers. I will be sure to pass my prayer to someone just as you have done with me!"
Kacie you are welcome, I am so blessed to be used by Father God to connect you to his unconditional love for you. "O GOD, YOUR LOVE FOR EACH OF US IS AMAZING, THANK YOU."
Matthew 5:16 In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.
Friday, February 1, 2013
"In Christ Alone" Day 408
Do you know that song? In Christ alone my hope is found, He is my light, my strength, my song; this Cornerstone, this solid Ground, firm through the fiercest drought and storm. What heights of love, what depths of peace, when fears are stilled, when striving cease! My Comforter, my All in All, here in love of Christ I stand..... Have you heard it? I`ve heard it plenty of times, but just the other day, I listened and heard it as never before. It was as if the fog of deception had been lifted, perhaps for the first time the truth of lyrics pierced my heart and soul, thank you, LORD!
You might be pondering, what happened to Linda now? Ponder, I love to ponder, that is often when God speaks into my heart, oops sorry just sitting here smiling! So what has happened? God has been continuing to do what he does so well, peeling away the layers of unforgiveness, hurt and pain replenishing them with the truth! This layer was gigantic! As it often happens in dysfunctional families, the scares are deep, requiring the super natural power of the Holy Spirit to be remedied.
Let me dole out some good stuff about Father God. The Godhead, in Sozo healing is explained with the Father Ladder.
Picture three ladders; one Godhead side; Father God, Jesus, and Holy Spirit, second ladder; Body(our identify, protection, provision), Soul(our companionship, communication), and Spirit( our comfort, nurture, teacher) third ladder; earthly Family; Father, Siblings(friends) and Mother. In the perfect world, Father God represents our relationship with our earthly father. Fulfilling our body's needs, they provide, protect and give our identify. Jesus and siblings provide our soul with companionship and communication. The Holy Spirit and our Mothers quench our spirit by comforting, nurturing and teaching us.
However, due to the sin in the garden with Adam and Eve, this perfect picture is distorted by the sin in us. Not mention dysfunction, I used to say that our family put the "fun" in dysfunction. I have renounced that lie, it wasn`t fun, it was turmoil, stress, confusion, insecurity, and drama! Thank you God, for rescuing me and for the work that you are doing within my entire family, you`re the best, Dad!
This weekend our church is hosting an Unbound seminar, a ministry of healing and freedom in Christ. As I reviewed for this weekend, God gently whispered to me, it`s time you and your sister forgive one another. Thank you, God, I have tired unsuccessfully to do this but, I couldn`t! If you say, "I am, I`m ready!" The roots of unforgiveness, prevent us from truly receiving and knowing Jesus in the intimate way that He desires. The phone rang, it was my sister, Joyce. Just calling from work on her break to say, "hello." We chatted briefly, I recall thinking that was unusual, Joyce doesn`t call just to chat, hum! Now for the rest of the story; the weekend before the seminar the team from Unbound came to our church to prepare our prayer team for our part in the upcoming seminar. Sure enough, God provided the opportunity for prayer. As a member from the Unbound ministry prayed with me, they lead me through their five keys of healing. Tears, flowed and flowed, I forgave myself and my sister for years of deception and lies that prevented us from truly forgiving one another. It took the presence and power of the Holy Spirit to touch the spot in my heart that required restoration. I left with a sense of peace, knowing that God had touched me in a mighty way.
Sunday, as I was driving I heard the song, "In Christ Alone," it was as if I was hearing it for the very first time. Each word punctured my heart like never before. Had the unforgiveness between Joyce and I finally been lifted, allowing me to experience the gift of Jesus? I believe so, thank you, Lord. By the end of the song I was sobbing uncontrollably, ugly face tear! But, I looked beautiful and radiant in the eyes of the LORD. No guilt in life, no fear in death. This is the power of Christ in me; From life`s first cry to final breath. Jesus commands my destiny. No power of hell, no scheme of man,Can ever pluck me from His hand; Till He returns or calls me home, Here in the power of Christ I`ll stand. WOW, JESUS!
Trusting God to do what he does, I didn`t mention this to Joyce. Tuesday my phone rang, it was Joyce once again calling to just chat! "I`m not working today, just thought we need more than just a few minute chat." I felt and heard something in both of us that has been missing for more than a decade. I felt, JESUS! Thank you, LORD!
Luke 6:17-19 He went down with them and stood on a level place. A large crowd of his disciples was there and a great number of people from all over Judea, from Jerusalem and from the coast of Tyre and Sidon, who had come to hear him and to be healed of their diseases. Those troubled by evil spirits were cured, and the people all tried to touch him, because power was coming from him and healing them all.
I pray that you will seek the LORD for His mighty healing, mercy and grace! There is no "fun" in dysfunction, we are new creations in Christ! 2 Corinthians 6:18 "I will be a Father to you, and you will be my sons and daughters, says the LORD ALMIGHTY." AMEN........................"IN CHRIST ALONE."
You might be pondering, what happened to Linda now? Ponder, I love to ponder, that is often when God speaks into my heart, oops sorry just sitting here smiling! So what has happened? God has been continuing to do what he does so well, peeling away the layers of unforgiveness, hurt and pain replenishing them with the truth! This layer was gigantic! As it often happens in dysfunctional families, the scares are deep, requiring the super natural power of the Holy Spirit to be remedied.
Let me dole out some good stuff about Father God. The Godhead, in Sozo healing is explained with the Father Ladder.
Picture three ladders; one Godhead side; Father God, Jesus, and Holy Spirit, second ladder; Body(our identify, protection, provision), Soul(our companionship, communication), and Spirit( our comfort, nurture, teacher) third ladder; earthly Family; Father, Siblings(friends) and Mother. In the perfect world, Father God represents our relationship with our earthly father. Fulfilling our body's needs, they provide, protect and give our identify. Jesus and siblings provide our soul with companionship and communication. The Holy Spirit and our Mothers quench our spirit by comforting, nurturing and teaching us.
However, due to the sin in the garden with Adam and Eve, this perfect picture is distorted by the sin in us. Not mention dysfunction, I used to say that our family put the "fun" in dysfunction. I have renounced that lie, it wasn`t fun, it was turmoil, stress, confusion, insecurity, and drama! Thank you God, for rescuing me and for the work that you are doing within my entire family, you`re the best, Dad!
This weekend our church is hosting an Unbound seminar, a ministry of healing and freedom in Christ. As I reviewed for this weekend, God gently whispered to me, it`s time you and your sister forgive one another. Thank you, God, I have tired unsuccessfully to do this but, I couldn`t! If you say, "I am, I`m ready!" The roots of unforgiveness, prevent us from truly receiving and knowing Jesus in the intimate way that He desires. The phone rang, it was my sister, Joyce. Just calling from work on her break to say, "hello." We chatted briefly, I recall thinking that was unusual, Joyce doesn`t call just to chat, hum! Now for the rest of the story; the weekend before the seminar the team from Unbound came to our church to prepare our prayer team for our part in the upcoming seminar. Sure enough, God provided the opportunity for prayer. As a member from the Unbound ministry prayed with me, they lead me through their five keys of healing. Tears, flowed and flowed, I forgave myself and my sister for years of deception and lies that prevented us from truly forgiving one another. It took the presence and power of the Holy Spirit to touch the spot in my heart that required restoration. I left with a sense of peace, knowing that God had touched me in a mighty way.
Sunday, as I was driving I heard the song, "In Christ Alone," it was as if I was hearing it for the very first time. Each word punctured my heart like never before. Had the unforgiveness between Joyce and I finally been lifted, allowing me to experience the gift of Jesus? I believe so, thank you, Lord. By the end of the song I was sobbing uncontrollably, ugly face tear! But, I looked beautiful and radiant in the eyes of the LORD. No guilt in life, no fear in death. This is the power of Christ in me; From life`s first cry to final breath. Jesus commands my destiny. No power of hell, no scheme of man,Can ever pluck me from His hand; Till He returns or calls me home, Here in the power of Christ I`ll stand. WOW, JESUS!
Trusting God to do what he does, I didn`t mention this to Joyce. Tuesday my phone rang, it was Joyce once again calling to just chat! "I`m not working today, just thought we need more than just a few minute chat." I felt and heard something in both of us that has been missing for more than a decade. I felt, JESUS! Thank you, LORD!
Luke 6:17-19 He went down with them and stood on a level place. A large crowd of his disciples was there and a great number of people from all over Judea, from Jerusalem and from the coast of Tyre and Sidon, who had come to hear him and to be healed of their diseases. Those troubled by evil spirits were cured, and the people all tried to touch him, because power was coming from him and healing them all.
I pray that you will seek the LORD for His mighty healing, mercy and grace! There is no "fun" in dysfunction, we are new creations in Christ! 2 Corinthians 6:18 "I will be a Father to you, and you will be my sons and daughters, says the LORD ALMIGHTY." AMEN........................"IN CHRIST ALONE."
Thursday, January 24, 2013
The Fifth Gospel! Day 407
Gospel, the "good news", as told by Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. Matthew tells about Jesus` life, death and resurrection. Mark`s journalistic style accounts Jesus` life during the final weeks. Jesus is portrayed as full of life, emotion and purpose, pursuing that purpose with unswerving passion. Luke presents Jesus as a savior for the entire human race. He emphasizes Jesus` love and compassion for those oppressed by society. Also, he stresses the importance of prayer in Jesus` life. John`s stories include a lot of commentary from Jesus and John. John convinces people to believe in Jesus as God in human form and to "have life" as a result.
Matthew brought us the Lord` Prayer: 6:9-13 "This is how you should pray: "Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. A little help just in case your not sure how to pray! Wow, I remember when we started each school day with "The Lord`s Prayer."
Mark shares of the loaves and fishes: 6:41-44 Taking the five loaves and two fish and looking up to heaven, he gave thanks and broke the loaves. Then he gave them to his disciples to set before the people. He also divided the two fishes among them all. They all ate and were satisfied, and the disciples picked up twelve baskets of broken pieces of bread and fish. The number of men who had eaten was five thousand. Wow, Jesus!
Luke emphasizes unconditional love in the parable of the lost son: 15: 24 For this son of mine was lost and is found. So they began to celebrate. You are the "best father" my LORD!
From John 3:16 we learn; For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. Now back to Matthew for the Greatest Commandment: 22-37:39 Jesus replied: "Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it; "Love your neighbor as yourself." In my pea brain opinion, if you get the Greatest Commandment and truly live life to fulfill it, you will live a life of purpose and glory for the Kingdom of God!.
No doubt, the four gospel are fulled of amazing accounts of the life of Jesus, but the truth is that most of your friends and acquaintances may "never" read them! Sad, but true. So what about the Fifth Gospel? YOU and ME. The good news of how Jesus has touched your life; restoring, refreshing and renewing us to the sons and daughters that we are created to be. Are you willing and eager to share your testimony with friends, co-worker and strangers for the glory of God? You may be the only Bible they read! B-I-B-L-E, Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth!
If you have followed this blog for anytime, you have experienced the Gospel of Linda Squier. In the past several years, I shared with the world how Jesus opened the chambers of my heart and soul and showered me with unconditional love and healing. With God`s help, I humbly and often tearfully healed layer by layer;
breaking strongholds and replacing lies with the truth of the Gospel! It has been overwhelming at times to realize that the LORD has used me to proclaim the riches of Jesus Christ! Thank you, Father God!
Philippians 4:13 I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Jeremiah 17:14 Heal me, o LORD, and I will be healed, save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise. Jeremiah 29:12-14 Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me and I will listen to you. You will seek me and when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you, "declares the LORD, "and will bring you back from captivity. John 14:15-1 " If you love me, you will obey what I command. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Counselor to be with you forever---the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you. Have you received the gift of the Holy Spirit, do you recognize his convictions, teachings, nurturing and counseling, do you hear His voice in the silence of your soul?
Oops, almost forgot one of my favorites----Matthew 4:19 "Come, follow me, Jesus said, "and I will make you fishers of men! Anybody want to go fishin?????
Father God, thank you for loving me just the why that I am and for allowing me to share the Gospel according to Linda Squier for you glory. AMEN
Matthew brought us the Lord` Prayer: 6:9-13 "This is how you should pray: "Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. A little help just in case your not sure how to pray! Wow, I remember when we started each school day with "The Lord`s Prayer."
Mark shares of the loaves and fishes: 6:41-44 Taking the five loaves and two fish and looking up to heaven, he gave thanks and broke the loaves. Then he gave them to his disciples to set before the people. He also divided the two fishes among them all. They all ate and were satisfied, and the disciples picked up twelve baskets of broken pieces of bread and fish. The number of men who had eaten was five thousand. Wow, Jesus!
Luke emphasizes unconditional love in the parable of the lost son: 15: 24 For this son of mine was lost and is found. So they began to celebrate. You are the "best father" my LORD!
From John 3:16 we learn; For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. Now back to Matthew for the Greatest Commandment: 22-37:39 Jesus replied: "Love the LORD your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it; "Love your neighbor as yourself." In my pea brain opinion, if you get the Greatest Commandment and truly live life to fulfill it, you will live a life of purpose and glory for the Kingdom of God!.
No doubt, the four gospel are fulled of amazing accounts of the life of Jesus, but the truth is that most of your friends and acquaintances may "never" read them! Sad, but true. So what about the Fifth Gospel? YOU and ME. The good news of how Jesus has touched your life; restoring, refreshing and renewing us to the sons and daughters that we are created to be. Are you willing and eager to share your testimony with friends, co-worker and strangers for the glory of God? You may be the only Bible they read! B-I-B-L-E, Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth!
If you have followed this blog for anytime, you have experienced the Gospel of Linda Squier. In the past several years, I shared with the world how Jesus opened the chambers of my heart and soul and showered me with unconditional love and healing. With God`s help, I humbly and often tearfully healed layer by layer;
breaking strongholds and replacing lies with the truth of the Gospel! It has been overwhelming at times to realize that the LORD has used me to proclaim the riches of Jesus Christ! Thank you, Father God!
Philippians 4:13 I can do everything through him who gives me strength. Jeremiah 17:14 Heal me, o LORD, and I will be healed, save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise. Jeremiah 29:12-14 Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me and I will listen to you. You will seek me and when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you, "declares the LORD, "and will bring you back from captivity. John 14:15-1 " If you love me, you will obey what I command. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Counselor to be with you forever---the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you. Have you received the gift of the Holy Spirit, do you recognize his convictions, teachings, nurturing and counseling, do you hear His voice in the silence of your soul?
Oops, almost forgot one of my favorites----Matthew 4:19 "Come, follow me, Jesus said, "and I will make you fishers of men! Anybody want to go fishin?????
Father God, thank you for loving me just the why that I am and for allowing me to share the Gospel according to Linda Squier for you glory. AMEN
Friday, December 7, 2012
Pay It Forward---The 17 Day Diet Day 406
Romans 12:13 Share with God`s people who are in need. Practice hospitality.
It`s no secret, that my inactivity has allowed my aging body to slowly but surely accumulate unwanted unhealthy weight. I can say that I have dreaded belly-fat, repulsive muffin-top and more rolls than a bakery. Of course, during the past years I have tried dieting with limited success. I joined a competition at a local Nutrition Center, lost eleven pounds---- that soon returned. I tried the buddy system with friends, Kathleen and Pat, believing that an accountability partner would help. Nope!
You might ask, did I consult God in this area? O yeah! I questioned my motives for overeating, was I still feeding some type of unresolved issues, had my addictive behavior merely shifted from alcohol to food? Considering the obesity issues in both sides of my roots, was I still battling a generational curse? I prayed, but didn`t seem to receive the answers. God continued healing me spiritually and inwardly but my weight was out of control; I felt ugly, fat and frumpy. Not to mention that my clothes didn`t fit. Nevertheless, I kept seeking and questioning. What is it God?
Isaiah 28:23 Listen and hear my voice; pay attention and hear what I say.
One day while grocery shopping I ran into one of my God-sent friends, Linda Clugston. Thank you God, I now realize that this wasn`t just a co-inky-dink! God had surely orchestrated this perfect meeting. Linda looked fantastic, she had lost a considerable amount of weight since I had last seen her. She looked 10 years younger, she was full of joy and excitement, she shared that she had lost 40 pounds in the last 5 months. Wow! Psalms 23:3 He restores my soul, He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name`s sake. Linda shared that one of her friend from church introduced her to "The 17 Day Diet." Her friend prayed with her and Linda purchased the book, written by Dr. Mike Moreno.
In front of the meat freezer, filled with turkeys, Linda prayed with me. She assured me that it was only with God`s assistance that she had been so successful. No problem convincing me of that! To make a long story short, in less than one month, I`m 16 pounds lighter! Thank you, God thank you, God. Dr. Moreno`s book is a simple plan that targets both belly fat and visceral fat and produces fast results that last. I have a plan for success, thanks to Dr. Moreno, hooray!
Just like I felt 7 years ago when I stopped drinking, I now feel empowered to shed the unwanted pounds that threaten my health. This is not a diet that relies on a tiny list of approved foods, grueling exercise routines or unrealistic calorie counts that leave you hungry and unfulfilled. Moderation and proper portions are key factors in the 17 Day Diet. God recently revealed to me that I had just gotten lost in poor eating choices and bad habits. That`s all, God, just changing bad habits, thank you!
The first Saturday in January, in my home, 2 Linda`s will host a little dinner party for family and friends that struggle with weight issues. With God`s help, Dr. Moren`s book in hand, healthy foods and lots of hands on prayers, we will share our success for God`s glory! God created us in his image to be healthy and wise. Ecclesiastes 8:1 Who is like the wise man? Who knows the explanation of things? Wisdom brightens a man`s face and changes its hard appearance. Proverbs 15:30 A cheerful look brings joy to the heart, and good news gives health to the bones.
I pray that friends and family will embrace the joy and wisdom of good health in the new year! Father God, do you think I could eventually go off my blood pressure and cholesterol medicines! If God is for us, anything is possible! AMEN...
It`s no secret, that my inactivity has allowed my aging body to slowly but surely accumulate unwanted unhealthy weight. I can say that I have dreaded belly-fat, repulsive muffin-top and more rolls than a bakery. Of course, during the past years I have tried dieting with limited success. I joined a competition at a local Nutrition Center, lost eleven pounds---- that soon returned. I tried the buddy system with friends, Kathleen and Pat, believing that an accountability partner would help. Nope!
You might ask, did I consult God in this area? O yeah! I questioned my motives for overeating, was I still feeding some type of unresolved issues, had my addictive behavior merely shifted from alcohol to food? Considering the obesity issues in both sides of my roots, was I still battling a generational curse? I prayed, but didn`t seem to receive the answers. God continued healing me spiritually and inwardly but my weight was out of control; I felt ugly, fat and frumpy. Not to mention that my clothes didn`t fit. Nevertheless, I kept seeking and questioning. What is it God?
Isaiah 28:23 Listen and hear my voice; pay attention and hear what I say.
One day while grocery shopping I ran into one of my God-sent friends, Linda Clugston. Thank you God, I now realize that this wasn`t just a co-inky-dink! God had surely orchestrated this perfect meeting. Linda looked fantastic, she had lost a considerable amount of weight since I had last seen her. She looked 10 years younger, she was full of joy and excitement, she shared that she had lost 40 pounds in the last 5 months. Wow! Psalms 23:3 He restores my soul, He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name`s sake. Linda shared that one of her friend from church introduced her to "The 17 Day Diet." Her friend prayed with her and Linda purchased the book, written by Dr. Mike Moreno.
In front of the meat freezer, filled with turkeys, Linda prayed with me. She assured me that it was only with God`s assistance that she had been so successful. No problem convincing me of that! To make a long story short, in less than one month, I`m 16 pounds lighter! Thank you, God thank you, God. Dr. Moreno`s book is a simple plan that targets both belly fat and visceral fat and produces fast results that last. I have a plan for success, thanks to Dr. Moreno, hooray!
Just like I felt 7 years ago when I stopped drinking, I now feel empowered to shed the unwanted pounds that threaten my health. This is not a diet that relies on a tiny list of approved foods, grueling exercise routines or unrealistic calorie counts that leave you hungry and unfulfilled. Moderation and proper portions are key factors in the 17 Day Diet. God recently revealed to me that I had just gotten lost in poor eating choices and bad habits. That`s all, God, just changing bad habits, thank you!
The first Saturday in January, in my home, 2 Linda`s will host a little dinner party for family and friends that struggle with weight issues. With God`s help, Dr. Moren`s book in hand, healthy foods and lots of hands on prayers, we will share our success for God`s glory! God created us in his image to be healthy and wise. Ecclesiastes 8:1 Who is like the wise man? Who knows the explanation of things? Wisdom brightens a man`s face and changes its hard appearance. Proverbs 15:30 A cheerful look brings joy to the heart, and good news gives health to the bones.
I pray that friends and family will embrace the joy and wisdom of good health in the new year! Father God, do you think I could eventually go off my blood pressure and cholesterol medicines! If God is for us, anything is possible! AMEN...
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
FATHER`S LOVE LETTER Day 405
Isaiah 2:17-18 The arrogance of man will be brought low and the pride of men humbled; the LORD alone will be exalted in that day, and the idols will totally disappear.
It`s been a while since I sat down to write, perhaps I just needed to spend more quality time with Father God. In the past several months I`ve attended seminars, healing classes, read several books and forged deeper into the Father`s loving embrace. I thank God for the continued healing for me and my entire family. I thank Him for answered and unanswered prays, I trust that He has the perfect plan for my existence.
I would like to share with you the "Father`s Love Letter," an intimate message from God to his children. I pray, that you will read this and allow the love of Father God to penetrate your soul. Read it again and again, read it aloud! Meditate on the truth, experience perhaps for the first time, how much God loves YOU! GOOGLE IT, SHARE IT WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
MY CHILD
You may not know me, but I know everything about you. Psalm 139:1
I know when you sit down and when you rise up. Psalm 139:2
I am familiar with all your ways. Psalm 139:3
Even the very hairs on your head are numbered. Matthew 10:29-31
For you were made in my image. Genesis 1:27
In me you live and move and have your being. Acts 17:28
For you are my offspring. Acts 17:28
I knew you even before you were conceived. Jeremiah 1:4-5
I chose you when I planned creation. Ephesians 1:11-12
You were not a mistake, for all your days are written in my book. Psalm 139:15-16
I determined the exact time of your birth and where you would live. Acts 17:26
You are fearfully and wonderfully made. Psalm 139:14
I knit you together in your mother's womb. Psalm 139:13
And brought you forth on the day you were born. Psalm 71:6
I have been misrepresented by those who don't know me. John 8:41-44
I am not distant and angry, but am the complete expression of love. 1 John 4:16
And it is my desire to lavish my love on you. 1 John 3:1
Simply because you are my child and I am your Father. 1 John 3:1
I offer you more than your earthly father ever could. Matthew 7:11
For I am the perfect father. Matthew 5:48
Every good gift that you receive comes from my hand. James 1:17
For I am your provider and I meet all your needs. Matthew 6:31-33
My plan for your future has always been filled with hope. Jeremiah 29:11
Because I love you with an everlasting love. Jeremiah 31:3
My thoughts toward you are countless as the sand on the seashore. Psalms 139:17-18
And I rejoice over you with singing. Zephaniah 3:17
I will never stop doing good to you. Jeremiah 32:40
For you are my treasured possession. Exodus 19:5
I desire to establish you with all my heart and all my soul. Jeremiah 32:41
And I want to show you great and marvelous things. Jeremiah 33:3
If you seek me with all your heart, you will find me. Deuteronomy 4:29
Delight in me and I will give you the desires of your heart. Psalm 37:4
For it is I who gave you those desires. Philippians 2:13
I am able to do more for you than you could possibly imagine. Ephesians 3:20
For I am your greatest encourager. 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17
I am also the Father who comforts you in all your troubles. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
When you are brokenhearted, I am close to you. Psalm 34:18
As a shepherd carries a lamb, I have carried you close to my heart. Isaiah 40:11
One day I will wipe away every tear from your eyes. Revelation 21:3-4
And I'll take away all the pain you have suffered on this earth. Revelation 21:3-4
I am your Father, and I love you even as I love my son, Jesus. John 17:23
For in Jesus, my love for you is revealed. John 17:26
He is the exact representation of my being. Hebrews 1:3
He came to demonstrate that I am for you, not against you. Romans 8:31
And to tell you that I am not counting your sins. 2 Corinthians 5:18-19
Jesus died so that you and I could be reconciled. 2 Corinthians 5:18-19
His death was the ultimate expression of my love for you. 1 John 4:10
I gave up everything I loved that I might gain your love. Romans 8:31-32
If you receive the gift of my son Jesus, you receive me. 1 John 2:23
And nothing will ever separate you from my love again. Romans 8:38-39
Come home and I'll throw the biggest party heaven has ever seen. Luke 15:7
I have always been Father, and will always be Father. Ephesians 3:14-15
My question is… Will you be my child? John 1:12-13
I am waiting for you. Luke 15:11-32
Love, Your Dad Almighty God
AMEN, BLESSINGS AND LOVE TO ALL, Linda
It`s been a while since I sat down to write, perhaps I just needed to spend more quality time with Father God. In the past several months I`ve attended seminars, healing classes, read several books and forged deeper into the Father`s loving embrace. I thank God for the continued healing for me and my entire family. I thank Him for answered and unanswered prays, I trust that He has the perfect plan for my existence.
I would like to share with you the "Father`s Love Letter," an intimate message from God to his children. I pray, that you will read this and allow the love of Father God to penetrate your soul. Read it again and again, read it aloud! Meditate on the truth, experience perhaps for the first time, how much God loves YOU! GOOGLE IT, SHARE IT WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
MY CHILD
You may not know me, but I know everything about you. Psalm 139:1
I know when you sit down and when you rise up. Psalm 139:2
I am familiar with all your ways. Psalm 139:3
Even the very hairs on your head are numbered. Matthew 10:29-31
For you were made in my image. Genesis 1:27
In me you live and move and have your being. Acts 17:28
For you are my offspring. Acts 17:28
I knew you even before you were conceived. Jeremiah 1:4-5
I chose you when I planned creation. Ephesians 1:11-12
You were not a mistake, for all your days are written in my book. Psalm 139:15-16
I determined the exact time of your birth and where you would live. Acts 17:26
You are fearfully and wonderfully made. Psalm 139:14
I knit you together in your mother's womb. Psalm 139:13
And brought you forth on the day you were born. Psalm 71:6
I have been misrepresented by those who don't know me. John 8:41-44
I am not distant and angry, but am the complete expression of love. 1 John 4:16
And it is my desire to lavish my love on you. 1 John 3:1
Simply because you are my child and I am your Father. 1 John 3:1
I offer you more than your earthly father ever could. Matthew 7:11
For I am the perfect father. Matthew 5:48
Every good gift that you receive comes from my hand. James 1:17
For I am your provider and I meet all your needs. Matthew 6:31-33
My plan for your future has always been filled with hope. Jeremiah 29:11
Because I love you with an everlasting love. Jeremiah 31:3
My thoughts toward you are countless as the sand on the seashore. Psalms 139:17-18
And I rejoice over you with singing. Zephaniah 3:17
I will never stop doing good to you. Jeremiah 32:40
For you are my treasured possession. Exodus 19:5
I desire to establish you with all my heart and all my soul. Jeremiah 32:41
And I want to show you great and marvelous things. Jeremiah 33:3
If you seek me with all your heart, you will find me. Deuteronomy 4:29
Delight in me and I will give you the desires of your heart. Psalm 37:4
For it is I who gave you those desires. Philippians 2:13
I am able to do more for you than you could possibly imagine. Ephesians 3:20
For I am your greatest encourager. 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17
I am also the Father who comforts you in all your troubles. 2 Corinthians 1:3-4
When you are brokenhearted, I am close to you. Psalm 34:18
As a shepherd carries a lamb, I have carried you close to my heart. Isaiah 40:11
One day I will wipe away every tear from your eyes. Revelation 21:3-4
And I'll take away all the pain you have suffered on this earth. Revelation 21:3-4
I am your Father, and I love you even as I love my son, Jesus. John 17:23
For in Jesus, my love for you is revealed. John 17:26
He is the exact representation of my being. Hebrews 1:3
He came to demonstrate that I am for you, not against you. Romans 8:31
And to tell you that I am not counting your sins. 2 Corinthians 5:18-19
Jesus died so that you and I could be reconciled. 2 Corinthians 5:18-19
His death was the ultimate expression of my love for you. 1 John 4:10
I gave up everything I loved that I might gain your love. Romans 8:31-32
If you receive the gift of my son Jesus, you receive me. 1 John 2:23
And nothing will ever separate you from my love again. Romans 8:38-39
Come home and I'll throw the biggest party heaven has ever seen. Luke 15:7
I have always been Father, and will always be Father. Ephesians 3:14-15
My question is… Will you be my child? John 1:12-13
I am waiting for you. Luke 15:11-32
Love, Your Dad Almighty God
AMEN, BLESSINGS AND LOVE TO ALL, Linda
Saturday, September 22, 2012
Patiences and Trust, Thank You LORD Day 403
Psalm 91:1-2 He who dwells in the shelter of Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, "He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.
To say the least, trust and patience have not always been two of my outstanding characteristics. However, in the six year since I totally surrendered my stubborn, strong-willed self to the LORD he`s been doing lots of work, from the inside out. Often, the process was gut wrenching, requiring buckets of tears to flush the buried misery to light of Jesus.
There are at least four kinds of healing; the one Christians have most often heard of physical healing, second there is spiritual healing, needed in the area of sin. When people need help that goes beyond repenting and resolving not to commit the sin anymore, they can no longer control their behavior, then healing and deliverance is necessary. The third area is inner healing, which is used to heal our disordered emotions, that are out of control, emotions that control us. The fourth type of healing is deliverance from evil spirits.
The four areas of healing where we most need God`s help is our sick bodies, our wounded emotions, our broken spirits(mind and will), and infection by evil spirits. I can honestly say that I required work, massive recovery in three out of four categories; thus far no evil spirits have surfaced, thank you, God. Once, I desired a close personal intimate relation with my heavenly Father, He navigated the healing process. He throw me a life preserver, I held tight. I recall praying that I wanted to be more like Jesus. Psalm 37:4 Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of your heart.
Colossians 1:27 To them God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. Galatians 2:20 I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.
As God directs the restoration process, I continually experience new levels of His unconditional love. Yes, it is often a slow and tedious process but only God knows when I am prepared to advance to the next level of healing. Could God heal all of my distress and brokenness in the blink of an eye, of course he could. But, his grace is sufficient and He will not protect us from something that He can use to perfect us. Ephesian 1:7-8 In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God`s grace that he lavishes on us with all wisdom and understanding.
Thank you, Lord Daily I will press forward to achieve your plans and purpose for my existence.
Philippians 3:12-14 Not that I have already obtained this, or have already been made perfect but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. Brother, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prized for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.
I thank God for loving me through my years of not trusting and my impatience, as I rushed head first toward a dead end. As I have shared many times in this blog, He has used the good, the bad and the ugly to get my undivided attention . I once was lost and severely broken but now I am alive in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 3:20-21 But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the LORD Jesus Christ, who , by the power that enables him to bring everything under his control, will transform our lowly bodies so that they will be like his glorious body.
It is my prayer, that as you read this, you will accept the salvation and restoration that God freely offers. Amen!
To say the least, trust and patience have not always been two of my outstanding characteristics. However, in the six year since I totally surrendered my stubborn, strong-willed self to the LORD he`s been doing lots of work, from the inside out. Often, the process was gut wrenching, requiring buckets of tears to flush the buried misery to light of Jesus.
There are at least four kinds of healing; the one Christians have most often heard of physical healing, second there is spiritual healing, needed in the area of sin. When people need help that goes beyond repenting and resolving not to commit the sin anymore, they can no longer control their behavior, then healing and deliverance is necessary. The third area is inner healing, which is used to heal our disordered emotions, that are out of control, emotions that control us. The fourth type of healing is deliverance from evil spirits.
The four areas of healing where we most need God`s help is our sick bodies, our wounded emotions, our broken spirits(mind and will), and infection by evil spirits. I can honestly say that I required work, massive recovery in three out of four categories; thus far no evil spirits have surfaced, thank you, God. Once, I desired a close personal intimate relation with my heavenly Father, He navigated the healing process. He throw me a life preserver, I held tight. I recall praying that I wanted to be more like Jesus. Psalm 37:4 Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of your heart.
Colossians 1:27 To them God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. Galatians 2:20 I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.
As God directs the restoration process, I continually experience new levels of His unconditional love. Yes, it is often a slow and tedious process but only God knows when I am prepared to advance to the next level of healing. Could God heal all of my distress and brokenness in the blink of an eye, of course he could. But, his grace is sufficient and He will not protect us from something that He can use to perfect us. Ephesian 1:7-8 In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God`s grace that he lavishes on us with all wisdom and understanding.
Thank you, Lord Daily I will press forward to achieve your plans and purpose for my existence.
Philippians 3:12-14 Not that I have already obtained this, or have already been made perfect but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. Brother, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prized for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.
I thank God for loving me through my years of not trusting and my impatience, as I rushed head first toward a dead end. As I have shared many times in this blog, He has used the good, the bad and the ugly to get my undivided attention . I once was lost and severely broken but now I am alive in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 3:20-21 But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the LORD Jesus Christ, who , by the power that enables him to bring everything under his control, will transform our lowly bodies so that they will be like his glorious body.
It is my prayer, that as you read this, you will accept the salvation and restoration that God freely offers. Amen!
Sunday, August 26, 2012
Help Us Jesus, Help Us Jesus!!! Day 402
Jesus, Jesus, Jesus, Jesus, the name that sends Satan running! Not sure what`s going on but I`ve been struggling with blogging, and I`m not liking it. Feels as if I`ve turned my back on my therapy sessions; or have I just been too busy enjoying the summer? No time like the present to get started.
Two weeks ago I had the privilege of delivering my full personal testimony for our healing and prayer service. For the first time I shared publicly the whole truth about who I am and why I am who I am! As I delivered my twenty minute testimony, it was if I was totally naked before the entire congregation of peers, family, friends and total strangers. However, earlier that day as I prayed, I believe that Jesus told me that he would be standing right beside me. No doubt he is a man of his word; I felt comfort, peace and protected as I shared the whole truth and nothing but the truth.
Yes, tears flowed and lives where touched for the glory of God. It is when we allow God to expose our transparency that the truth sets us free. The light of Christ Jesus shined brightly, as I shared the darkness that had held me captive for decades.
John 8:12 When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.
I thank God for the opportunity to witness and testify what He has done in my life, it was such a blessing to be used as a vessel for His glory. Several people confessed to me that my life story touched them in an amazing and powerful way. God did not create us to walk through this life alone, He created us for love, fellowship and to witness one to the other.
1 Timothy 1:14-16 The grace of our LORD was poured out on me abundantly, along with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners---of whom I am the worst. But for this very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinner, Christ Jesus might display his unlimited patience as an example for those who would believe on him and receive eternal life.
The following week, Rick and I were traveling to visit family in Lexington,Kentucky then off to Atlanta, Georgia. With a heavy heart, I disclose that my niece Kim, has fallen once again deeper into the pit of addiction. The soccer mom, once striving for perfection, is now a hardened criminal facing years behind bars. Failed attempts at recovery and restoration burden Kim and her entire family.
Even after 2 years of sobriety, poor choices have led her into the gates of hell. In my humanness, I reached the place where I had difficulty praying for her; I just didn`t understand. However, I thank God that His love for Kim is unconditional. Mine, not so much. At least temporarily, I know God will restore and open my heart through His love. For now, I loathed what she has done to herself, her husband, children, parents, siblings, family and me. I find myself grieving the life and relationship that Kim and I once shared. Grieving, truly grieving! The Kim that I love is missing, enslaved in the family curse of addiction. Of course, I still love her but I`m angry, help me LORD. My prayer is that God will rescue her from herself and the captivity that confines her! The burden is beyond her capabilities. Please, LORD help me and my baby-girl!
We had a great visit with family but, I was not emotionally prepared to see Kim! Dressed in a green jump suit behind a thick glass wall, I stared into Kim`s soul! Aunt Linda, how did I get here? I don`t know! When, where, how, what is it that entices addicts to sell their soul to Satan. Is there pain that`s buried deep inside that`s just too painful to confront? Do the drugs disguise reality? Who`s in charge, the addict or the addiction? When you reach the point of no return, then what? Has Kim finally hit "rock bottom"? Will she choose Satan or God? Only God knows, I pray that there is someone in a prison ministry that God will use to save my baby-girl.
Off to Atlanta. Thank God Rick was driving, the thought of Kim and her situation opened the flood gates of my heart. Off and on for hundreds of miles, I just couldn't`t stop crying. I prayed, I cried, I prayed, I cried there was not stopping the grief that flooded my soul. Maybe, the angels in heaven joined me, we ran into a down pour!
Rain pounding sheets of rain, visibility was awful! At least. it took my mind off of Kim, I didn`t know how Rick could see. Bumper to bumper traffic on a five lane interstate. I tried in vain to convince Rick to pull off the highway, but in true male fashion he was determined to push onward to Atlanta to his sister`s house. "We`ll be alright." The rain lessened, then picked up again. I was not liking this, I prayed that God would protect us and all those sharing the interstate. I was scared!
Finally, Rick thought perhaps we should get off the interstate, but we only have 60 miles to go. Seconds later, traveling nearly 70 mph Rick lost control of the car. The rear of the car started sliding out of control toward the guard rail. It was as if he was turning the steering wheel 360 degrees trying to regain control. Next we were sliding sideways in front of approaching vehicles, it felt as if we where on two wheels, was the car going to roll? Frantically, I was crying out to Jesus! Jesus help us, Jesus help us, Jesus help us. Jesus help us!
Moments later we had crossed in front of four lanes of traffic resting safely on the right hand shoulder of the highway. As traffic whizzed past, in disbelief Rick looked at me, and said what just happened? We were both in shock, nearly a half a mile from where the slide commenced. There was no doubt in our minds that Jesus had summoned a band of heavenly angels to direct our path. Thank you, Jesus. Psalm 90:11-12 For he will command his angels concerning you to guard in all your ways; they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.
Humbled beyond comprehension and profoundly grateful we continued onward! Four days later my heart pounded with joy, excitement and relief when we arrived safely home. Thank you, God!
Surely the experiences from this vacation will not quickly be forgotten, Sunday in church, I prayerfully rededicated my life to the LORD! In eight short days I went from standing beside Jesus while delivering my testimony onto pleading and beckoning for His help while sliding sideways at 70 miles per hour on a five lane interstate. Did He take the wheel? As I was driving home from church God tenderly reminded me of my prayer, at last month`s Healing and Prayer Service in Kent Island. I prayed to be filled with "more of Jesus." Really God, I laughed out loud and thanked the LORD.......for answered prayers and His faithfullness . AMEN!
Two weeks ago I had the privilege of delivering my full personal testimony for our healing and prayer service. For the first time I shared publicly the whole truth about who I am and why I am who I am! As I delivered my twenty minute testimony, it was if I was totally naked before the entire congregation of peers, family, friends and total strangers. However, earlier that day as I prayed, I believe that Jesus told me that he would be standing right beside me. No doubt he is a man of his word; I felt comfort, peace and protected as I shared the whole truth and nothing but the truth.
Yes, tears flowed and lives where touched for the glory of God. It is when we allow God to expose our transparency that the truth sets us free. The light of Christ Jesus shined brightly, as I shared the darkness that had held me captive for decades.
John 8:12 When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.
I thank God for the opportunity to witness and testify what He has done in my life, it was such a blessing to be used as a vessel for His glory. Several people confessed to me that my life story touched them in an amazing and powerful way. God did not create us to walk through this life alone, He created us for love, fellowship and to witness one to the other.
1 Timothy 1:14-16 The grace of our LORD was poured out on me abundantly, along with the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners---of whom I am the worst. But for this very reason I was shown mercy so that in me, the worst of sinner, Christ Jesus might display his unlimited patience as an example for those who would believe on him and receive eternal life.
The following week, Rick and I were traveling to visit family in Lexington,Kentucky then off to Atlanta, Georgia. With a heavy heart, I disclose that my niece Kim, has fallen once again deeper into the pit of addiction. The soccer mom, once striving for perfection, is now a hardened criminal facing years behind bars. Failed attempts at recovery and restoration burden Kim and her entire family.
Even after 2 years of sobriety, poor choices have led her into the gates of hell. In my humanness, I reached the place where I had difficulty praying for her; I just didn`t understand. However, I thank God that His love for Kim is unconditional. Mine, not so much. At least temporarily, I know God will restore and open my heart through His love. For now, I loathed what she has done to herself, her husband, children, parents, siblings, family and me. I find myself grieving the life and relationship that Kim and I once shared. Grieving, truly grieving! The Kim that I love is missing, enslaved in the family curse of addiction. Of course, I still love her but I`m angry, help me LORD. My prayer is that God will rescue her from herself and the captivity that confines her! The burden is beyond her capabilities. Please, LORD help me and my baby-girl!
We had a great visit with family but, I was not emotionally prepared to see Kim! Dressed in a green jump suit behind a thick glass wall, I stared into Kim`s soul! Aunt Linda, how did I get here? I don`t know! When, where, how, what is it that entices addicts to sell their soul to Satan. Is there pain that`s buried deep inside that`s just too painful to confront? Do the drugs disguise reality? Who`s in charge, the addict or the addiction? When you reach the point of no return, then what? Has Kim finally hit "rock bottom"? Will she choose Satan or God? Only God knows, I pray that there is someone in a prison ministry that God will use to save my baby-girl.
Off to Atlanta. Thank God Rick was driving, the thought of Kim and her situation opened the flood gates of my heart. Off and on for hundreds of miles, I just couldn't`t stop crying. I prayed, I cried, I prayed, I cried there was not stopping the grief that flooded my soul. Maybe, the angels in heaven joined me, we ran into a down pour!
Rain pounding sheets of rain, visibility was awful! At least. it took my mind off of Kim, I didn`t know how Rick could see. Bumper to bumper traffic on a five lane interstate. I tried in vain to convince Rick to pull off the highway, but in true male fashion he was determined to push onward to Atlanta to his sister`s house. "We`ll be alright." The rain lessened, then picked up again. I was not liking this, I prayed that God would protect us and all those sharing the interstate. I was scared!
Finally, Rick thought perhaps we should get off the interstate, but we only have 60 miles to go. Seconds later, traveling nearly 70 mph Rick lost control of the car. The rear of the car started sliding out of control toward the guard rail. It was as if he was turning the steering wheel 360 degrees trying to regain control. Next we were sliding sideways in front of approaching vehicles, it felt as if we where on two wheels, was the car going to roll? Frantically, I was crying out to Jesus! Jesus help us, Jesus help us, Jesus help us. Jesus help us!
Moments later we had crossed in front of four lanes of traffic resting safely on the right hand shoulder of the highway. As traffic whizzed past, in disbelief Rick looked at me, and said what just happened? We were both in shock, nearly a half a mile from where the slide commenced. There was no doubt in our minds that Jesus had summoned a band of heavenly angels to direct our path. Thank you, Jesus. Psalm 90:11-12 For he will command his angels concerning you to guard in all your ways; they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.
Humbled beyond comprehension and profoundly grateful we continued onward! Four days later my heart pounded with joy, excitement and relief when we arrived safely home. Thank you, God!
Surely the experiences from this vacation will not quickly be forgotten, Sunday in church, I prayerfully rededicated my life to the LORD! In eight short days I went from standing beside Jesus while delivering my testimony onto pleading and beckoning for His help while sliding sideways at 70 miles per hour on a five lane interstate. Did He take the wheel? As I was driving home from church God tenderly reminded me of my prayer, at last month`s Healing and Prayer Service in Kent Island. I prayed to be filled with "more of Jesus." Really God, I laughed out loud and thanked the LORD.......for answered prayers and His faithfullness . AMEN!
Monday, July 9, 2012
Where You Headed Captain? Day 401
Memorial day, 2012 a fantastic day fishing and boating in Smith Island for my friend Alison and love of her life, fiancee Denny. At a glance, you would certainly think that life was great; Denny and Alison would to continue to love one another and grow old together. They even returned to Smith Island two weeks later. However, there is no guarantees for our tomorrows. Job 14:5 Man`s days are determined; you have directed the number of his months and have set limits he cannot exceed.
On June 27, by chance(or one of God`s co-inky-dinks) I ran into Alison at a local convenience store. She looked exhausted, "I`m so glad to see you, I was going to call you. God is so amazing he knew that I needed you." Denny had a stroke, I`ve been at the hospital all night, would you please pray?
She explained that Denny had recently lost a considerable amount of weight and was feeling very fatigued with pain in his legs and feet. However, Denny was very reluctant to visit the doctor. Is that reluctance part of the free-will and control of our own destiny? If God has ordained the number of our days can our choices shorten our days? Just thinking and writing out loud!
Of course, I prayed with and for Alison and Denny. While also calling on prayer warriors, Facebook family and church family for prayer. The very day that Denny visited his doctor, Alison came home to find that he had suffered the first stroke. This was just the beginning of their lives being blindsided. Further test concluded that Denny`s body was loaded with cancer that originated in the pancreas. Four days later another stroke, this time more severe. Denny`s daughter Pam and Alison were informed that nothing could be done and that Denny would be sent home with Hospice care.
Alison leaned on her faith in God and prayers to deal with the shock of this devastating news. Less than two weeks after his first stroke in the comfortable surrounding of home, Denny entering into eternal rest. He was surrounded by Alison, Pam, family and had been visited by the people who loved him.
Billy, Alison`s son described Denny as a straight shooter who was like a father to him. He lived well, loved and will be well remembered. I never really met Denny, I only knew him through Alison and the love that she shared about him. God did direct me to Denny`s bedside where with Billy, Pastor Jack, Rachael and I shared prayer! My grief and the pain for Alison and the entire family is because of Jesus and how God made me. Not sure what is better, to suffer through cancer treatments, extended life perhaps with or without quality. Or like Denny "live" every moment until you die? Rest in peace Denny Wolf.
James 4:14-15 Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes. Instead, you ought to say, "If it is the LORD`S will, we will LIVE and do this or that.
If you were blindsided by this type of news is your heart and soul right with Jesus? Have you accepted His offer of salvation. Hell is real. Matthew 13:43 Then they will throw them into the fiery furnace, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.
Denny knew Jesus, he is in heaven! I believe that Jesus Christ, son of God died on the cross for the forgiveness of my sins. I ask for forgiveness of my sins, with all my heart I surrender my will to the will of God and invite the presence of the Holy Spirit!
John 3:3 In reply Jesus declared, "I tell you the truth, no one can see the kingdom of God unless is he born again.
John 316-18 "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stand condemned already because he has not believed in the name of God`s one and only son.
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
Stormy Night Day 400
Nehemiah 9:3-6 Those of Israelite descent had separated themselves from all foreigners. They stood in their places and confessed their sins and the wickedness of their fathers. They stood where they were and read from the Book of the Law of the LORD their God for a quarter of the day, and spent another quarter in confession and in worshiping the LORD their God.........."Stand up and praise the LORD your God, who is from everlasting to everlasting." "Blessed be your glorious name, and may it be exalted above all blessing and praise. You alone are the LORD. You made the heavens, even the highest heavens, and all their starry host, the earth and all that is on it, the seas and all that is in them. You give life to everlasting, and the multitudes of heaven worship you.
What a weekend, an unpredicted devastating storm that arrived by darkness of night, Friday midnight, pounded down buckets of rain, howling winds uprooted trees while downed power lines darkened homes. Our power was off for sixty hours. Seven states endured a vicious angry storm that originated in Indiana, where it claimed ten lives. By the grace of God, there where no lives lost in this area. We were truly blessed, it could have been a lot worse! It was a major inconvenience as thousands of homes where without power in the midst of our first heat wave of the summer.
Saturday morning as I walked through familiar neighborhoods, there was a sense of community that I don`t witness on a regular basis. Often as I walk, I might get a slight nod from passerbys definitely no eye contact, but today was different. As people surveyed their damages, they were receptive to one another and willing to talk; sharing concerns for neighbors and property. In the darkness of night had we gotten struck with God`s love "thy neighbor" lightening bolt?
Is it when we are taken out of our comfort zone that God`s love opens our eyes and souls? Have we become a society that is so self-contained in our own little world, in the privacy of our comfortable homes. Homes that confine us to the prison of our luxuries, content to stay behind closed doors. Just thinking out loud! Perhaps, God`s trying to get our attention.
As the weekend progressed, I had flashbacks of my childhood; a slower way of life. Not so many modern conveniences; I remember, no television(actually we got our first TV when I was six), no computers, no micowaves, no cell phones, and no air conditioners. A time when neighbor`s talked to one another from front porches because it was too hot to sit inside. However, I`m embarrassed to admit that I barely know many of my neighbors; it`s so easy to get sucked into the ways of the world. Don`t get me wrong, I have lots of friends, but I could certainly be a better neighbor. Thank you, Father God for the wake-up call.
We survived the weekend, carried water from the river to flush toilets, bathed in the hot tub, cooked outside, talked to neighbors, visited family and friends, attended church on Sunday and bought a generator! As Americans we have so much and are so blessed, I thank God for His mercy and the awareness this storm brought to mind. Father God, allow me to be a better neighbor here in Hack`s Point and to neighbors around the world. Open my heart and soul to the needs of mankind, use me for your glory. Amen!
James 1:12-14 Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. When tempted, no one should say, "God is tempting me." For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone; but each one is tempted when, by his own evil desire, he is dragged away and enticed.
What a weekend, an unpredicted devastating storm that arrived by darkness of night, Friday midnight, pounded down buckets of rain, howling winds uprooted trees while downed power lines darkened homes. Our power was off for sixty hours. Seven states endured a vicious angry storm that originated in Indiana, where it claimed ten lives. By the grace of God, there where no lives lost in this area. We were truly blessed, it could have been a lot worse! It was a major inconvenience as thousands of homes where without power in the midst of our first heat wave of the summer.
Saturday morning as I walked through familiar neighborhoods, there was a sense of community that I don`t witness on a regular basis. Often as I walk, I might get a slight nod from passerbys definitely no eye contact, but today was different. As people surveyed their damages, they were receptive to one another and willing to talk; sharing concerns for neighbors and property. In the darkness of night had we gotten struck with God`s love "thy neighbor" lightening bolt?
Is it when we are taken out of our comfort zone that God`s love opens our eyes and souls? Have we become a society that is so self-contained in our own little world, in the privacy of our comfortable homes. Homes that confine us to the prison of our luxuries, content to stay behind closed doors. Just thinking out loud! Perhaps, God`s trying to get our attention.
As the weekend progressed, I had flashbacks of my childhood; a slower way of life. Not so many modern conveniences; I remember, no television(actually we got our first TV when I was six), no computers, no micowaves, no cell phones, and no air conditioners. A time when neighbor`s talked to one another from front porches because it was too hot to sit inside. However, I`m embarrassed to admit that I barely know many of my neighbors; it`s so easy to get sucked into the ways of the world. Don`t get me wrong, I have lots of friends, but I could certainly be a better neighbor. Thank you, Father God for the wake-up call.
We survived the weekend, carried water from the river to flush toilets, bathed in the hot tub, cooked outside, talked to neighbors, visited family and friends, attended church on Sunday and bought a generator! As Americans we have so much and are so blessed, I thank God for His mercy and the awareness this storm brought to mind. Father God, allow me to be a better neighbor here in Hack`s Point and to neighbors around the world. Open my heart and soul to the needs of mankind, use me for your glory. Amen!
James 1:12-14 Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. When tempted, no one should say, "God is tempting me." For God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does he tempt anyone; but each one is tempted when, by his own evil desire, he is dragged away and enticed.
Monday, June 25, 2012
Celebration of Life! Day 399
Psalm 145:13-17 Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and your dominion endures through all generations. The LORD is faithful to all his promises and loving toward all he has made. The LORD upholds all those who fall and lifts up all who are bowed down. The eyes of all, look to you, and you give them their food at the proper time. You open your hand and satisfy the desires of every living thing. The LORD is righteous in all his ways and loving toward all he has made.
The LORD is righteous and loves all the beautiful children that he has made. This weekend I had the privilege of celebrating and honoring the life and faithfulness of an amazing women of God. A celebration of life for Lisa K Kozak; after a 21 years of defying doctors prognosis about her cancer, Lisa was called home to live life eternal with Jesus. Lisa`s small and delicate body was finally overcome by cancer, however her faith in God and the power prayer extended her earthly life beyond belief! Diagnosed with breast cancer when her two children where very young Lisa`s desire was to live long enough to see them through school. By the grace of God, faith and prayers, granddaughter Tatiyanna (6ish), sang, "In The Garden," in tribute to her grandmother. There was not a dry eye in the room, Holy Spirit goosebumbs covered my entire body!
I first met Lisa through The Walk To Emmaus, I didn`t really know her, I just knew of her and the courage with which she battled cancer. Several years ago when she served as lay director for a weekend, I recall thinking, this woman is so sick with cancer how could she possibly do the job required of her? I am now convinced that her amazing strength and desire to please the LORD drove her beyond what most people could endure. Philippians 4:13 I can do everything through Him who gives me strength.
Lisa was very active at Connections Community Church, that I am attending. Several months ago, I joined a Friday night prayer group, I found myself praying right beside Lisa. It had been several years since I had seen her, it was quite noticeable that her cancer had progressed. Despite her frail and pale stature her spirit and desire for praying was gigantic! Selflessly she prayed, her true passion and ministry was prayer.
The day that she and her husband received the news that there was no more doctors could do and Hospice was the next step, Bruce drove Lisa to Boscov`s for a beauty makeover. This outing produced the very photo to be used on her memorial bulletin. What courage! Pastors, Alan, Kari and Lori battled tears as they delivered Lisa`s eulogy. Much of the scriptures were highlighted and read from Lisa`s bible. Kari, shared Lisa`s concern for "all to be prepared to meet Jesus."
LISA K. KOZAK OCTOBER 26, 1956 - JUNE 18, 2012
The LORD is righteous and loves all the beautiful children that he has made. This weekend I had the privilege of celebrating and honoring the life and faithfulness of an amazing women of God. A celebration of life for Lisa K Kozak; after a 21 years of defying doctors prognosis about her cancer, Lisa was called home to live life eternal with Jesus. Lisa`s small and delicate body was finally overcome by cancer, however her faith in God and the power prayer extended her earthly life beyond belief! Diagnosed with breast cancer when her two children where very young Lisa`s desire was to live long enough to see them through school. By the grace of God, faith and prayers, granddaughter Tatiyanna (6ish), sang, "In The Garden," in tribute to her grandmother. There was not a dry eye in the room, Holy Spirit goosebumbs covered my entire body!
I first met Lisa through The Walk To Emmaus, I didn`t really know her, I just knew of her and the courage with which she battled cancer. Several years ago when she served as lay director for a weekend, I recall thinking, this woman is so sick with cancer how could she possibly do the job required of her? I am now convinced that her amazing strength and desire to please the LORD drove her beyond what most people could endure. Philippians 4:13 I can do everything through Him who gives me strength.
Lisa was very active at Connections Community Church, that I am attending. Several months ago, I joined a Friday night prayer group, I found myself praying right beside Lisa. It had been several years since I had seen her, it was quite noticeable that her cancer had progressed. Despite her frail and pale stature her spirit and desire for praying was gigantic! Selflessly she prayed, her true passion and ministry was prayer.
The day that she and her husband received the news that there was no more doctors could do and Hospice was the next step, Bruce drove Lisa to Boscov`s for a beauty makeover. This outing produced the very photo to be used on her memorial bulletin. What courage! Pastors, Alan, Kari and Lori battled tears as they delivered Lisa`s eulogy. Much of the scriptures were highlighted and read from Lisa`s bible. Kari, shared Lisa`s concern for "all to be prepared to meet Jesus."
Jeremiah 29:11-14 For I know the plans I have for you, "declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future, Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you, "declares the LORD, "and will bring you back from captivity.......John 14: 18-19 I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you. Before long, the world will not see me anymore, but you will see me. Because I live, you also will live. Revelation 21:6-7 He said to me; "It is done, I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End. To him who is thirsty I will give to drink without cost from the spring of the water of life. He who overcomes will inherit all this, and I will be his God and he will be my son.
In true Emmaus style, the ceremony ended with all present, hand in hand singing "The LORD`S Prayer." I left the service in silence, thinking what an amazing woman.
Even though I never got to personally know Lisa, I knew her very well. I knew her spirit and her love for our savior JESUS CHRIST. I thank God for the life of such a faithful servant and prayer warrior! I was so blessed, I prayed with Bruce at church the day before Lisa passed, thank you God for directing my steps to Connections Community Church. What an incredible church family! Blessing and peace, for husband Bruce, son John, daughter Lesley, granddaughter Tatiyanna and Lisa`s entire family and many beloved friends. Amen
LISA K. KOZAK OCTOBER 26, 1956 - JUNE 18, 2012
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Escape To Jesus Day 398
Psalm 55:6-8 I said, "Oh, that I had wings of a dove! I would fly away and be at rest---I would flee far away and stay in the desert; I would hurry to my place of shelter, far from the tempest and storm.
My place of shelter, JESUS. Perhaps with age has come wisdom, the wisdom to realize that it`s not about me, it`s all about JESUS. Without Jesus I wondered aimlessly in a world of darkness, lies, bondage and strongholds. What a blessing to have received what Jesus died on the cross for me to dwell within. The forgiveness of sins. Isaiah 9:6 For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and this government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Have you received this free gift? Have you invited Jesus into your heart? Once I truly desired to know Jesus, God began the process of awakening, healing and cleansing. He supplied me with God-sent friends and a well equipped tool-box to get the job started. Have you erected walls of protection to keep everyone out, even Jesus! I did, but thanks to the Sozo Healing Ministry, the walls came crumbling down, allowing me to receive God`s blessings!
Ask yourself (the Holy Spirit within) the following questions: Is there a wall I have used to protect myself? Is it safe for the wall to comes down? If "yes" ask Father God to send angels to protect you if the wall comes down. Show me the wall. Give me a tool to tear down the wall. As you pray, tear down the wall.....What do you see now that the wall is gone? If parts of the wall remains ask, "Who do I need to forgive?"
Who do I need to forgive, my list was long and painful but God took it easy on me.......directing my from heaven above. Knowing when I was prepared and healthy enough to forgive! Indeed a process and long-term journey of healing! There were ladders to climb and doors to close.
THE FATHER LADDER, earthly family members representing your heavenly family. Your earthly father representing FATHER GOD,---your BODY, identity, value, protection and provision. JESUS, your relationship with siblings and friends, the SOUL--communication and companionship. THE HOLY SPIRIT,---- your SPIRIT, fulfilled by your earthly mother----the comforter your teacher. Was there a break somewhere in your family? Like me, do you need to forgive family members?
THE FOUR DOORS, getting to the root of issues, discovering the door that will allows us to forgive and be released to finally close the doors behind us. The door of FEAR---includes--worryy, unbelief, need to control, anxiety, isolation apathy, drugs and alcohol. HATRED--bitterness, envy, gossiping, slander, anger, self-hatred(low self worth). SEXUAL SIN---adultery, pornography, fornication, lewdness, molestation and rape. OCCULT-WITCHCRAFT----astrology, fortune telling-tarot cards, seances-Ouija boards, manipulation, participation in covens, casting curses- witchcraft practices. Oh yea, I had to close some doors!
Spiritual healing, inner healing and physical healing, I encourage you to pray to God and invite Him to begin the process! Be patient, it takes time--- God`s time, but well worth the journey! What you might expect to feel--- SYMPTOMS OF SPIRITUAL AWAKENING AND HEALING---- --an increased tendency to let things happen rather than make them happen----frequent attacks of smiling----feelings of being connected with others and nature----frequent overwhelming episodes of appreciation----a tendency to think and act spontaneously rather than from fear based on past experiences-----an unmistakable ability to enjoy each moment----a loss of interest to worry----a loss of interest in conflict-----a loss of interest in interpreting the actions of others---a loss of interest in judging others-----a loss of interest in judging self----gaining the ability to love without expecting anything.
Once restored and healed always healed, not really, but equipped and prepared for battle! I just strap on my God-given tool belt. Ephesians 6:10-14 Finally, be strong in the LORD and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil`s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when then evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground........
Thank you Father God, for the years of love and Patience as you have walked with me, hand in hand, navigating this broken vessel into a journey of healing and holiness! I pray Father that you will open the hearts and souls of readers of your blog to receive JESUS CHRIST! LET THE HEALING SPREAD LIKE WILD FIRE, AMEN
My place of shelter, JESUS. Perhaps with age has come wisdom, the wisdom to realize that it`s not about me, it`s all about JESUS. Without Jesus I wondered aimlessly in a world of darkness, lies, bondage and strongholds. What a blessing to have received what Jesus died on the cross for me to dwell within. The forgiveness of sins. Isaiah 9:6 For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and this government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
Have you received this free gift? Have you invited Jesus into your heart? Once I truly desired to know Jesus, God began the process of awakening, healing and cleansing. He supplied me with God-sent friends and a well equipped tool-box to get the job started. Have you erected walls of protection to keep everyone out, even Jesus! I did, but thanks to the Sozo Healing Ministry, the walls came crumbling down, allowing me to receive God`s blessings!
Ask yourself (the Holy Spirit within) the following questions: Is there a wall I have used to protect myself? Is it safe for the wall to comes down? If "yes" ask Father God to send angels to protect you if the wall comes down. Show me the wall. Give me a tool to tear down the wall. As you pray, tear down the wall.....What do you see now that the wall is gone? If parts of the wall remains ask, "Who do I need to forgive?"
Who do I need to forgive, my list was long and painful but God took it easy on me.......directing my from heaven above. Knowing when I was prepared and healthy enough to forgive! Indeed a process and long-term journey of healing! There were ladders to climb and doors to close.
THE FATHER LADDER, earthly family members representing your heavenly family. Your earthly father representing FATHER GOD,---your BODY, identity, value, protection and provision. JESUS, your relationship with siblings and friends, the SOUL--communication and companionship. THE HOLY SPIRIT,---- your SPIRIT, fulfilled by your earthly mother----the comforter your teacher. Was there a break somewhere in your family? Like me, do you need to forgive family members?
THE FOUR DOORS, getting to the root of issues, discovering the door that will allows us to forgive and be released to finally close the doors behind us. The door of FEAR---includes--worryy, unbelief, need to control, anxiety, isolation apathy, drugs and alcohol. HATRED--bitterness, envy, gossiping, slander, anger, self-hatred(low self worth). SEXUAL SIN---adultery, pornography, fornication, lewdness, molestation and rape. OCCULT-WITCHCRAFT----astrology, fortune telling-tarot cards, seances-Ouija boards, manipulation, participation in covens, casting curses- witchcraft practices. Oh yea, I had to close some doors!
Spiritual healing, inner healing and physical healing, I encourage you to pray to God and invite Him to begin the process! Be patient, it takes time--- God`s time, but well worth the journey! What you might expect to feel--- SYMPTOMS OF SPIRITUAL AWAKENING AND HEALING---- --an increased tendency to let things happen rather than make them happen----frequent attacks of smiling----feelings of being connected with others and nature----frequent overwhelming episodes of appreciation----a tendency to think and act spontaneously rather than from fear based on past experiences-----an unmistakable ability to enjoy each moment----a loss of interest to worry----a loss of interest in conflict-----a loss of interest in interpreting the actions of others---a loss of interest in judging others-----a loss of interest in judging self----gaining the ability to love without expecting anything.
Once restored and healed always healed, not really, but equipped and prepared for battle! I just strap on my God-given tool belt. Ephesians 6:10-14 Finally, be strong in the LORD and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil`s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when then evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground........
Thank you Father God, for the years of love and Patience as you have walked with me, hand in hand, navigating this broken vessel into a journey of healing and holiness! I pray Father that you will open the hearts and souls of readers of your blog to receive JESUS CHRIST! LET THE HEALING SPREAD LIKE WILD FIRE, AMEN
Thursday, May 31, 2012
Working For God Day 397
Matthew 16:24-25 The Jesus said to his disciples, "If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow me.. For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for me will find it.
In 2006 when I closed my Curves franchises, I remember the puzzled look on Rose`s face when she ask of me what was I going to do next. Without hesitation I responded, "I`m going to work for God." I must confess at the time I had no idea when, where, what or how!
Six years later without formal schooling, I was recently hired by Marketplace Chaplains USA, as a part-time chaplain and member of their chaplain team. If you are like me, you had no clue that such a company exist. So how did I find out about their open position. God! Well, for sure He has been answering prayer and directing my steps. Isaiah 25:1 O LORD, you are my God; I will exalt you and praise your name, for in perfect faithfulness you have done marvelous things, things planned long ago.
My friend, Debbie our administrative assistant at church, invited me to her home to join she and a friend for lunch and a time prayer. Through out the past year Debbie and I have prayed together many times, mid-week in the privacy of the sanctuary at church. Just the two of us, praising and praying to God, soaking in the presence of the LORD.
This time, my spirit filled friend felt the nudge to get her ordained friend Donna, a current chaplain at Marketplace, and I together. She had no clue why, just for a time of prayer. After sharing a delightful lunch Donna and I started chatting. Her job involved visiting work places and ministering to employees as a trained, experienced, dedicated care-giver. I was amazed, that was the exact thing that God had me doing while I worked at my Little Debbie job. That was the reason I started this blog, to share my experiences and to glorify God and His mighty works Psalm 73:28 But as for me, it is good to be near God. I have made the Sovereign LORD my refuge; I will tell of all your deeds.
Donna also shared that she was planning to leave her position at Marketplace, one thing lead to another. I now have new part-time job. God has placed me in a new and exciting position at Marketplace Chaplains, yes I get paid to share the "Good News and Pray." I`m still in awe of my faithful God!
In the past six years, God had truly taken me by the hand, healed, taught, restored, renewed, answered prayers and directed my steps. What are his plans for me for the next six years, not sure! Maybe some additional education, I`m only 61 years young. He`s large and in charge, and I know his voice; I will continue in obedience with desire for His divine guidance.
I`ve included parts of a Memorial Day message from Marketplace Chaplains, please visit website if you desire additional info.
Blessings and Peace, ROSE, I`M WORKING FOR GOD, AMEN!
Marketplace Chaplains USA's Rallying Cry
"CHAPLAINS CARING FOR WORKERS AND THEIR FAMILIES"
May 2012
I was privileged to serve for more than 20 years as an Air Force Reserve Officer in readiness for being called to battle. The faces and names of so many with whom I served flood my mind on Memorial Day.
The battlefield is a stark reality and our troops in far distant lands are in danger moment by moment. We pray for their safety and safe return. You and I, here at home, see the front lines of another battlefield in our neighborhoods and communities and, perhaps, in our own families.
The evil one lurks at every turn, seeking to devour and destroy; drugs, depression, discord ... just look at the rate of divorce in our churches, and outside of them as well. Conflict - absolutely ... danger, for sure. Lives literally snuffed out with anger, hate, jealousy and disconnection that impact all of life going forward. We have often heard ... "we're still friends" and "we did it for the kids" ... that is not the reality.
You and I are on the front lines. You and I are setting examples in our family and the extended family of our client employees we visit daily. You and I are being watched ... do you know it; can you feel it
Our strength, presence and image comes not from us, but from Christ and Christ alone. When we are in His Word, when we are prayed up, when we are humbled by the reality of our representing HIM, when there is nothing more of us, then, it is Him, praise God. Those we serve must see that and, I want you to know, they do. The client owners are so grateful for your every expression of care in word and deed, and so am I. When I'm talking to company Presidents everywhere and they say "thank you, I just love my Chaplains," my buttons burst with thanksgiving.
We have built and continue to build our Marketplace Chaplain family with warriors ready to face battle - that's what you are doing, around the clock, moment by moment. I just heard a client owner telling another client owner in the same business that having a Marketplace Chaplain was the very best decision they had ever made. Did you hear that ... the very best decision, to have you by their side, in and through the battle of life. You and I are truly on the front lines and I thank you for your service. You are seeking out the wounded, binding them up and saving lives ... oh, we pray, that none might perish.
Did I tell you I am proud of you - well, I am. To God be all the Glory and Praise.
Press on; keep looking up.
Blessings.
In 2006 when I closed my Curves franchises, I remember the puzzled look on Rose`s face when she ask of me what was I going to do next. Without hesitation I responded, "I`m going to work for God." I must confess at the time I had no idea when, where, what or how!
Six years later without formal schooling, I was recently hired by Marketplace Chaplains USA, as a part-time chaplain and member of their chaplain team. If you are like me, you had no clue that such a company exist. So how did I find out about their open position. God! Well, for sure He has been answering prayer and directing my steps. Isaiah 25:1 O LORD, you are my God; I will exalt you and praise your name, for in perfect faithfulness you have done marvelous things, things planned long ago.
My friend, Debbie our administrative assistant at church, invited me to her home to join she and a friend for lunch and a time prayer. Through out the past year Debbie and I have prayed together many times, mid-week in the privacy of the sanctuary at church. Just the two of us, praising and praying to God, soaking in the presence of the LORD.
This time, my spirit filled friend felt the nudge to get her ordained friend Donna, a current chaplain at Marketplace, and I together. She had no clue why, just for a time of prayer. After sharing a delightful lunch Donna and I started chatting. Her job involved visiting work places and ministering to employees as a trained, experienced, dedicated care-giver. I was amazed, that was the exact thing that God had me doing while I worked at my Little Debbie job. That was the reason I started this blog, to share my experiences and to glorify God and His mighty works Psalm 73:28 But as for me, it is good to be near God. I have made the Sovereign LORD my refuge; I will tell of all your deeds.
Donna also shared that she was planning to leave her position at Marketplace, one thing lead to another. I now have new part-time job. God has placed me in a new and exciting position at Marketplace Chaplains, yes I get paid to share the "Good News and Pray." I`m still in awe of my faithful God!
In the past six years, God had truly taken me by the hand, healed, taught, restored, renewed, answered prayers and directed my steps. What are his plans for me for the next six years, not sure! Maybe some additional education, I`m only 61 years young. He`s large and in charge, and I know his voice; I will continue in obedience with desire for His divine guidance.
I`ve included parts of a Memorial Day message from Marketplace Chaplains, please visit website if you desire additional info.
Blessings and Peace, ROSE, I`M WORKING FOR GOD, AMEN!
Marketplace Chaplains USA's Rallying Cry
"CHAPLAINS CARING FOR WORKERS AND THEIR FAMILIES"
May 2012
I was privileged to serve for more than 20 years as an Air Force Reserve Officer in readiness for being called to battle. The faces and names of so many with whom I served flood my mind on Memorial Day.
The battlefield is a stark reality and our troops in far distant lands are in danger moment by moment. We pray for their safety and safe return. You and I, here at home, see the front lines of another battlefield in our neighborhoods and communities and, perhaps, in our own families.
The evil one lurks at every turn, seeking to devour and destroy; drugs, depression, discord ... just look at the rate of divorce in our churches, and outside of them as well. Conflict - absolutely ... danger, for sure. Lives literally snuffed out with anger, hate, jealousy and disconnection that impact all of life going forward. We have often heard ... "we're still friends" and "we did it for the kids" ... that is not the reality.
You and I are on the front lines. You and I are setting examples in our family and the extended family of our client employees we visit daily. You and I are being watched ... do you know it; can you feel it
Our strength, presence and image comes not from us, but from Christ and Christ alone. When we are in His Word, when we are prayed up, when we are humbled by the reality of our representing HIM, when there is nothing more of us, then, it is Him, praise God. Those we serve must see that and, I want you to know, they do. The client owners are so grateful for your every expression of care in word and deed, and so am I. When I'm talking to company Presidents everywhere and they say "thank you, I just love my Chaplains," my buttons burst with thanksgiving.
We have built and continue to build our Marketplace Chaplain family with warriors ready to face battle - that's what you are doing, around the clock, moment by moment. I just heard a client owner telling another client owner in the same business that having a Marketplace Chaplain was the very best decision they had ever made. Did you hear that ... the very best decision, to have you by their side, in and through the battle of life. You and I are truly on the front lines and I thank you for your service. You are seeking out the wounded, binding them up and saving lives ... oh, we pray, that none might perish.
Did I tell you I am proud of you - well, I am. To God be all the Glory and Praise.
Press on; keep looking up.
Blessings.
Saturday, May 12, 2012
Unbound Day 396
Last week I attended another healing seminar, this one is called "Unbound." Neil Lozano and his wife travel extensively lecturing, teaching and applying their foundations of love for Jesus, as the requisite for all deliverance. Deliverance what an intimidating word! Not. Deliverance is a good word. It is taking hold of the full freedom God has given to you in His Kingdom.
Did I receive deliverance? Yes. Did green bile flow from my mouth as my head spun out of control, of course not! Deliverance is not exorcism, deliverance transfers us from one kingdom to another; from darkness to truth and light. 1 John 5:19 We know that we are children of God, and that the whole world is under the control of the evil one. We know also that the son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know him who is true. And we are in him who is true---even in his son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life.
As I strive and pray to walk a life of holiness, God has begun and continues the tedious job of cleansing, restoring and renewing me to the fearfully and wonderfully made daughter that he created. This on going clean-up is proving to be a long and extensive process, but well worth the work. Psalm 139:23-24 Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thought. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.
The Unbound ministry teaches deliverance as understanding, "Five Keys," repent, forgive, renounce in the name of Jesus, take authority in the name of Jesus, and receive the Father`s blessing. How simple is that? Just imagine a treasure chest of riches yours for the taking, five keys open the chest and receive the riches. Freedom and deliverance.
But what stands in the way; is it God given free-will that holds us captive in bondage to sin under Satan authority. Is it my will to stay in the stagnation of hurts, lies and strongholds or do I choose to make healing progress by walking in and through the pain and discomfort. Bring on the Kleenex's Father God, I`m ready. I choose to depart from the wilderness striving to reach the mountain top, receiving all that God has planned for me. Show me the face of Jesus! Matthew 17:1-2 After six days Jesus took with him Peter, James, and John the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. There he was tranformed before them. His face shone like the sun, and his clothes became as white as the light.
Renounce--- to give up, especially by formal declaration, repudiate,disown; I am so done with this! Renunciation breaks the power of our enemies, verbalizing the authority releases the stronghold of lies over us and breaks Satan's legal access over us. Renunciation is part of our ongoing conversion. After we make a personal decision to follow Christ, we must choose to become His disciple and be like Him by renouncing anything that does not belong to Christ.
In the name of Jesus, I renounce bitterness. In the name of Jesus I renounce hatred. In the name of Jesus, I renounce anger, rebellion, self-will, stubbornness, quarreling, control, retaliation, accusation, rejection, insecurity, jealousy, withdrawal, escape(biggy for addiction), depression, heaviness, fear, pride, doubt, lust, greed, compulsive behavior, guilt, the occult.....anything strike home?
Desire, another very important key. Desire to know the will and the ways of our Heavenly Father! Psalm 37:4 Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of you heart. Psalm 119:2 Blessed are they who keep his statutes and seek him with all their hearts. Proverb 13:12 Hope deferred makes a heart sick but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life. Isaiah 26:9 My soul yearns for you in the night; in the morning my spirit longs for you. When your judgments come upon earth, the people of the world learn righteousness. 1 John 2:15-17 Do not love the world or anything in the world. if anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For everything in the world---the craving of sinful man, the lust of his eyes and the boasting of what he has and does--come not from the Father but from the world. The world and its desires pass away, but the man who does the will of God lives forever. What is the desire of your heart?
Last night at another healing and prayer class that I `m taking, my friend Maria said to me, "you look good.....I mean from the inside out good, peaceful good!" I responded, "I`m UNBOUND."
Father God, I thank you for the desire that I have for you, I thank you for the Unbound Ministry, I look forward to sharing what I`m learning for your glory. Amen.
Did I receive deliverance? Yes. Did green bile flow from my mouth as my head spun out of control, of course not! Deliverance is not exorcism, deliverance transfers us from one kingdom to another; from darkness to truth and light. 1 John 5:19 We know that we are children of God, and that the whole world is under the control of the evil one. We know also that the son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know him who is true. And we are in him who is true---even in his son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life.
As I strive and pray to walk a life of holiness, God has begun and continues the tedious job of cleansing, restoring and renewing me to the fearfully and wonderfully made daughter that he created. This on going clean-up is proving to be a long and extensive process, but well worth the work. Psalm 139:23-24 Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thought. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.
The Unbound ministry teaches deliverance as understanding, "Five Keys," repent, forgive, renounce in the name of Jesus, take authority in the name of Jesus, and receive the Father`s blessing. How simple is that? Just imagine a treasure chest of riches yours for the taking, five keys open the chest and receive the riches. Freedom and deliverance.
But what stands in the way; is it God given free-will that holds us captive in bondage to sin under Satan authority. Is it my will to stay in the stagnation of hurts, lies and strongholds or do I choose to make healing progress by walking in and through the pain and discomfort. Bring on the Kleenex's Father God, I`m ready. I choose to depart from the wilderness striving to reach the mountain top, receiving all that God has planned for me. Show me the face of Jesus! Matthew 17:1-2 After six days Jesus took with him Peter, James, and John the brother of James, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. There he was tranformed before them. His face shone like the sun, and his clothes became as white as the light.
Renounce--- to give up, especially by formal declaration, repudiate,disown; I am so done with this! Renunciation breaks the power of our enemies, verbalizing the authority releases the stronghold of lies over us and breaks Satan's legal access over us. Renunciation is part of our ongoing conversion. After we make a personal decision to follow Christ, we must choose to become His disciple and be like Him by renouncing anything that does not belong to Christ.
In the name of Jesus, I renounce bitterness. In the name of Jesus I renounce hatred. In the name of Jesus, I renounce anger, rebellion, self-will, stubbornness, quarreling, control, retaliation, accusation, rejection, insecurity, jealousy, withdrawal, escape(biggy for addiction), depression, heaviness, fear, pride, doubt, lust, greed, compulsive behavior, guilt, the occult.....anything strike home?
Desire, another very important key. Desire to know the will and the ways of our Heavenly Father! Psalm 37:4 Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of you heart. Psalm 119:2 Blessed are they who keep his statutes and seek him with all their hearts. Proverb 13:12 Hope deferred makes a heart sick but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life. Isaiah 26:9 My soul yearns for you in the night; in the morning my spirit longs for you. When your judgments come upon earth, the people of the world learn righteousness. 1 John 2:15-17 Do not love the world or anything in the world. if anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For everything in the world---the craving of sinful man, the lust of his eyes and the boasting of what he has and does--come not from the Father but from the world. The world and its desires pass away, but the man who does the will of God lives forever. What is the desire of your heart?
Last night at another healing and prayer class that I `m taking, my friend Maria said to me, "you look good.....I mean from the inside out good, peaceful good!" I responded, "I`m UNBOUND."
Father God, I thank you for the desire that I have for you, I thank you for the Unbound Ministry, I look forward to sharing what I`m learning for your glory. Amen.
Monday, April 30, 2012
I Was, I Am, I Will Be Day 395
James 1:2-6 Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trails of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and will be given to him. But when he asks, he must believe and not doubt, because he who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind.
I was a lost vessel, bobbing and weaving aimlessly in a sea of defeat destruction and bondage. I now have a captain who is large and in charge! I`m merely a passenger, as God navigates this fractured earthly container. Thank you, Father God! It wasn`t until I truly received Jesus Christ as my savior, that I surrendered the helm to His control and direction.
James 1:12 Blessed is the man who perseveres under trail, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.
I was in bondage, a believer of lies decieved by the Satan and his band of ruling spirits. Deuteronomy 11:16 Be careful, or you will be enticed to turn away and worship other gods, and bow down to them. I was an alcoholic, nurturing the addiction that allowed me to escape reality, pain and suffering. I am celebrating six years of sobriety while walking in and through spiritual, physical and inner healing.
I was trapped in guilt, shame, insecurity, rejection and feeling unworthy, excising in a life of fear and doubts. Ignorant to the truth. Not any more, with perseverance and obedience to God`s will for my life, I have died from self---- striving and desiring holiness. Ephesians 5:15-18 Be very careful, then how you live--not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are full of evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the LORD`S will is. Do not get drunk on wine, which lead to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit.
I am God`s child. I have been justified, (just as if I`ve never sinned). I am united with the LORD and I am one spirit with Him. I have been bought with a price. I belong to God. I have direct access to God through the Holy Spirit.
I am free forever from condemnation. I am free from any condemning charges against me. I cannot be separated from the love of God. I am confident that the good work that God has begun in me will be perfected. I have not been given the spirit of fear, but of power, love and a sound mind. I can find grace and mercy in time of need. So long Satan-----I am born of God and the evil one cannot touch me.
I am a branch of the true Vine, and channel of His life. I have been chosen and appointed to bear fruit. I am Christ`s personal witness. I am God`s co-worker. I am God`s workmanship. I may approach God with freedom and confidence. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
To function in the will of God: apply Biblical principles, seek wise council, know the Spirit man and live in peace! Colossians 3:15-16 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your heart to God.
I was, I am, I will be, thank you Father God! I was unemployed, I now have a new job (tell you about it later) Have a blessed day!
James 4:7-10 Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Grieve, mourn and wail. Change your laughter to mourning and your joy to gloom. HUMBLE yourselves before the LORD, and he will lift you up.
Thank your LORD, AMEN!
I was a lost vessel, bobbing and weaving aimlessly in a sea of defeat destruction and bondage. I now have a captain who is large and in charge! I`m merely a passenger, as God navigates this fractured earthly container. Thank you, Father God! It wasn`t until I truly received Jesus Christ as my savior, that I surrendered the helm to His control and direction.
James 1:12 Blessed is the man who perseveres under trail, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.
I was in bondage, a believer of lies decieved by the Satan and his band of ruling spirits. Deuteronomy 11:16 Be careful, or you will be enticed to turn away and worship other gods, and bow down to them. I was an alcoholic, nurturing the addiction that allowed me to escape reality, pain and suffering. I am celebrating six years of sobriety while walking in and through spiritual, physical and inner healing.
I was trapped in guilt, shame, insecurity, rejection and feeling unworthy, excising in a life of fear and doubts. Ignorant to the truth. Not any more, with perseverance and obedience to God`s will for my life, I have died from self---- striving and desiring holiness. Ephesians 5:15-18 Be very careful, then how you live--not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are full of evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the LORD`S will is. Do not get drunk on wine, which lead to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit.
I am God`s child. I have been justified, (just as if I`ve never sinned). I am united with the LORD and I am one spirit with Him. I have been bought with a price. I belong to God. I have direct access to God through the Holy Spirit.
I am free forever from condemnation. I am free from any condemning charges against me. I cannot be separated from the love of God. I am confident that the good work that God has begun in me will be perfected. I have not been given the spirit of fear, but of power, love and a sound mind. I can find grace and mercy in time of need. So long Satan-----I am born of God and the evil one cannot touch me.
I am a branch of the true Vine, and channel of His life. I have been chosen and appointed to bear fruit. I am Christ`s personal witness. I am God`s co-worker. I am God`s workmanship. I may approach God with freedom and confidence. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
To function in the will of God: apply Biblical principles, seek wise council, know the Spirit man and live in peace! Colossians 3:15-16 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your heart to God.
I was, I am, I will be, thank you Father God! I was unemployed, I now have a new job (tell you about it later) Have a blessed day!
James 4:7-10 Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Grieve, mourn and wail. Change your laughter to mourning and your joy to gloom. HUMBLE yourselves before the LORD, and he will lift you up.
Thank your LORD, AMEN!
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