Christmas Prayer

I have loved ones I'm missing at this time of year as do most of you.
Some from long ago that you think of tenderly. Other's have gone to be with the Lord only this year or maybe this week. Your hearts are grieving and it's a lonely pain. Men & Women in our armed forces have made tremendous sacrifices for our freedom and protection of our democratic government putting their lives on the line for us daily. Too many have died in service to this nation. Their families and friends are suffering a mighty heartbreak. Still other's are suffering loss of a different kind: job, home, health, a friendship at odds, family bickering or devastatingly divisive disputes. This time of year can be very lonely where people feel like outcasts with no one to gather with, no one to love on or no one to love on them. We're celebrating our Saviors birth. A Savior! He came that you might have life, and have it to fullness(eternity) John 10:10 He came to love you, help you, guide you, teach you His ways. He came to hold you in His arms when you cry & hurt. I'm praying for you and may we all reach out in caring love to family, friends and strangers with all the love Christ Jesus has put in us. Bless you precious friend. Amen and amen.

For those who may be grieving or suffering we stop to say a Christmas prayer:
We celebrate this time of year because our Lord was born;
But let us not forget that there are others who may mourn.

In times of sorrow, times of strife, it's sometimes hard to smile,
So, Holy Spirit, please come in and tarry for awhile.

Touch those who may be suffering; touch every wounded heart,
Touch all those burdened souls when they feel distant, set apart.

Remove the pain, and fill their hearts with happiness and mirth,
And let them all rejoice now in The Savior's holy birth. Amen and amen

Veterans' Day

Today is Veterans' Day. Originally, it was a day set aside to honor the Veterans of World War I because the signing of the Armistice which ended World War I took place on the 11th day of the 11th month at the 11th hour. Since that time, it has become a day to honor the Veterans of all wars. To all of our Veterans, thank you. We salute you, we are grateful for your courage and your sacrifice. We are blessed by your commitment and your service.

"Yahshua, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families for the selfless acts they perform for us in our time of need. Amen and amen."

A Prayer by Max Lucado

"You Have Our Attention, Lord"

Our friends lost their house
The co-worker lost her job
The couple next door lost their retirement
It seems that everyone is losing their footing

This scares us. This bailout with billions.
These rumblings of depression.
These headlines: ominous, thunderous -
"Going Broke!" "Going Down!" "Going Under!" "What's Next?"

What is next?

We're listening.
And we're admitting: You were right.

You told us this would happen.
You shot straight about loving stuff and worshipping money.
Greed will break your heart,You warned.
Money will love you and leave you.
Don't put your hope in riches that are so uncertain.
You were right.

Money is a fickle lover and we just got dumped.

We were wrong to spend what we didn't have.
Wrong to neglect prayer and ignore the poor.
Wrong to think we ever earned a dime.
We didn't. You gave it.
And now, tell us Father, are You taking it?

We're listening. And we're praying.
Could you make something good out of this mess?

Of course you can. You always have.
You led slaves out of slavery,
Built temples out of ruins,
Turned stormy waves into a glassy pond and water into sweet wine.
This disorder awaits your order. So do we.

Through Christ, Amen

God will always give what is right to His people who cry to Him night and day, and He will not be slow to answer them. (Luke 18:7 NCV)


Max Lucado
www.maxlucado.com

Prayer for a Sister in Christ Jesus

Sixty-six Days of Intercession for Gov. Sarah Palin according to Psalm 27

From August 29 through November 4

Pray for Sarah, husband Todd, sons Track, baby Trig, daughters Bristol, Willow, Piper



Pray for:
Singleness of Vision, Moral Clarity
Ps 27:1a - The Lord is my light and my salvation; Whom shall I fear?

Fearlessness, Boldness
Ps 27:1b - The Lord is the defense of my life; Whom shall I dread?

Protection from Libel, Slander, Hatred, Persecution
Ps 27:2 - When [not "if"] evildoers came upon me to devour my flesh, my adversaries and my enemies, they stumbled and fell.

Confidence in Christ, a Guarded Heart
Ps 27:3 - Though a host encamps against me, my heart will not fear; Though war arise against me, in spite of this I shall be confident.

Priorities: Devotions, Rest, Balance
Ps 27:4 - One thing I have asked from the Lord, that I shall seek: That I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord, and to meditate in His temple.

Deliverance, Favor
Ps 27:5 - For in the day of trouble He will conceal me in His tabernacle; In the secret place of His tent He will hide me; He will lift me up on a rock.

An Overcoming Spirit, a Higher Perspective
Ps 27:6 - And now my head will be lifted up above my enemies around me; And I will offer in His tent sacrifices with shouts of joy. I will sing, yes, I will sing praises to the Lord.

Direction, Wisdom, Surefootedness
Ps 27:7, 11 - Hear, O Lord, when I cry with my voice, and be gracious to me and answer me. . . . Teach me Thy way, O Lord and lead me in a level path because of my foes.

A Release of Faith, an Expectancy of Good,
Ps 27:13 - I would have despaired unless I had believed that I would see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living.

Strength, Courage, Endurance,
Ps 27:14 - Wait for the Lord; Be strong and let your heart take courage. Yes, wait for the Lord.

And let Your kingdom come and let Your will be done.

From the lips of children and infants you have ordained praise because of Your enemies, to silence the foe and avenger. Psalm 8:2

TWO THOUSAND EIGHT

Dear God, It is a new year on this earth. I want to begin the year with praise and thankfulness to you. I want to recommit myself to you; to do your good will; to follow your word and the guidance of your Holy Spirit. I want to draw closer to you in word, thought, and deed. I want to have an attitude of gratitude, a smile on my face and in my voice, and energy to do whatever task or ministry you want me to do. Please continue to provide my every need, as only you can do. Please bless me that I may be a blessing to others. Please give me wisdom, knowledge, desire, and power to go forth and live for you to make a difference in the lives of those around me and to glorify you. Please bless my coming and my going and open my mouth to speak words of truth and love. Thank you, God. In Jesus' name I pray, Amen and amen.

JESUS WHISPERS

"PEACE, BE STILL"
The charm of a sunset I cannot capture
Or carve a mountain high,
Sculpt a majestic eagle's wings
Or paint rainbows across the sky
...Clothe one tree with leaves
Of glorious colors of crimson and gold,
Or bring to it greening in Springtime ~
'Cause sweet roses' petals to unfold.
I cannot feather a sparrow
Or create for the fish one fin,
Mold for the peacock its brilliant plume,
Build a nest the birds could live in.
But, there is a mighty Sovereign,
The Creator of all things who can,
With the voice of many waters,
Calm raging seas at His command.
And, when I am confused and troubled,
As a storm toss'd vessel at sea,
That Voice simply speaks,
"Peace, be still,"
Restoring to me sweet tranquility!

© 2002 by Mary Carter Mizrany -- all rights reserved

Lord I need blogging protection

Dear Lord,

So far today, I am ok.
I have not gossiped, or lost my temper.
I have not been greedy, grumpy, nasty, selfish, or self-indulgent.
I have not whined, complained, cursed, or eaten any chocolate.
I have charged nothing on my credit card. Nor have I hotlinked - I don't think?





But I will be getting out of bed in a minute, and I think that I will really need your help then. Amen