Tuesday, November 11, 2008

scripture

1 Timothy 2:1-2 (New International Version)

1 I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone—
2 for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.

Monday, November 10, 2008

prayers for the president-elect

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77 Days of Prayer for our New President

Day Six: November 10, 2008
71 days, 16 hours and 20 minutes left until inauguration day.


For the President-Elect to be genuinely humbled before God as he faces the daunting task of leading our nation for the next four years The fear of the Lord teaches a man wisdom, and humility comes before honor.—Proverbs 15:33

Holy God, You give us the gift of communication with You through prayer. You promise to guide us as we humble ourselves before You, and You declare Your truth and insight to us as we listen to You respond to our supplications.

Today, Heavenly Father, we ask that You would empower our new President to revere You, putting aside all pride and self-centeredness as he acknowledges who You are and what You wish to accomplish through him. Show him that for him to be honored, he must humble himself before You and be taught by Your voice and by Your Word. As he does this, Lord, give him confidence that, as he trusts in You, You will equip him to meet the challenges of his high calling as President of the United States. In the name of Jesus we pray, amen.

Sunday, July 13, 2008

Warrior's prayer

Heavenly Father,
Your warrior prepares for battle.
Today I claim victory over Satan by putting on the whole armor of God!

I put on the Girdle of Truth!
May I stand firm in the truth of Your Word
so I will not be a victum of Satan's
and his demons' lies.

I put on the breastplate of Righteousness!
May it guard my heart from evil
so I will remain pure and holy,
protected under the blood of Jesus Christ.

I put on the Shoes of Peace!
May I stand firm in the Good News of the Gospel
so Your peace will shine through me
and be a light to all I encounter.

I take the Shield of Faith!
May I be ready for Satan's fiery darts of
doubt, denial and deceit
so I will not be vulnerable to spiritual defeat.

I put on the Helmet of Salvation!
May I keep my mind focused on You
so Satan will not have a stronghold on my
thoughts.

I take the Sword of the Spirit!
May the two edged sword of Your Word
be ready in my hands
so I can expose the tempting words of Satan.

By faith your warrior has put on
the whole armor of God!

Sunday, January 20, 2008

the throne

I remind myself often and lately, many times per day, that He is still on the throne. That He is still King of kings and Lord of lords...

As Toby Mac sings:

Hush little baby don't you cry
Daddy's gonna sing you a lullaby
Everything's gonna be alright
The Lord's gonna answer your prayer tonight

Hush little baby don't you cry
Daddy's gonna sing you a lullaby
Everything's gonna be alright
The Lords gonna answer your prayer

Hey little girl with the pressures of the world on you shoulders
Don't say that it's over
I heard your prayers, just cast your cares
And I'll be there so don't you fear (2x)

Everything's gonna be alright (3x)
Be alright (2x)

(Yeah)Father I'm stronger I say
Father I'm stronger I say
Father I'm stronger
than when I first believed yeah (2x)

I say hey little girl with the pressures of the world on her shoulders
Don't say that it's over (2x)

I heard your prayers, just cast your cares
And I'll be there, so don't you fear

The Lord's gonna answer your prayer tonight
The Lord's gonna answer your prayer


I have a dear friend whose then-6yr old daughter prayed and asked God to "throw her allergies and her epilepsy in the garbage." Well, I'm going to learn from this child and pray that God throws my stress, worries, concerns, anxieties, fears and high blood pressure in the garbage! Lord, please take them and throw them in the garbage! InJesusname I pray!



Friday, December 28, 2007

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23 (NRSV)
Now after they had left, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream and said, 'Get up, take the child and his mother, and flee to Egypt, and remain there until I tell you; for Herod is about to search for the child, to destroy him.' Then Joseph got up, took the child and his mother by night, and went to Egypt, and remained there until the death of Herod. This was to fulfil what had been spoken by the Lord through the prophet, 'Out of Egypt I have called my son.'

When Herod saw that he had been tricked by the wise men, he was infuriated, and he sent and killed all the children in and around Bethlehem who were two years old or under, according to the time that he had learned from the wise men. Then was fulfilled what had been spoken through the prophet Jeremiah:
'A voice was heard in Ramah,
wailing and loud lamentation,
Rachel weeping for her children;
she refused to be consoled, because they are no more.'
The Return from Egypt

When Herod died, an angel of the Lord suddenly appeared in a dream to Joseph in Egypt and said, 'Get up, take the child and his mother, and go to the land of Israel, for those who were seeking the child's life are dead.' Then Joseph got up, took the child and his mother, and went to the land of Israel. But when he heard that Archelaus was ruling over Judea in place of his father Herod, he was afraid to go there. And after being warned in a dream, he went away to the district of Galilee. There he made his home in a town called Nazareth, so that what had been spoken through the prophets might be fulfilled, 'He will be called a Nazorean.'

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Wednesday, December 26, 2007

Praise Him

Scripture: Psalm 148 (NRSV)
Praise the Lord!

Praise the Lord from the heavens;
praise him in the heights!
Praise him, all his angels;
praise him, all his host!
Praise him, sun and moon;
praise him, all you shining stars!
Praise him, you highest heavens,
and you waters above the heavens!
Let them praise the name of the Lord,
for he commanded and they were created.
He established them for ever and ever;
he fixed their bounds, which cannot be passed.

Praise the Lord from the earth,
you sea monsters and all deeps,
fire and hail, snow and frost,
stormy wind fulfilling his command!
Mountains and all hills,
fruit trees and all cedars!
Wild animals and all cattle,
creeping things and flying birds!
Kings of the earth and all peoples,
princes and all rulers of the earth!
Young men and women alike,
old and young together!

Let them praise the name of the Lord,
for his name alone is exalted;
his glory is above earth and heaven.
He has raised up a horn for his people,
praise for all his faithful,
for the people of Israel who are close to him.

Praise the Lord!



Sunday, December 23, 2007

Jesus' Resume

>> The Resume of Jesus Christ
>>
>> Address: Ephesians 1:20
>> Phone: Romans 10:13
>> Website: The Bible
>> Keywords: Christ, Lord, Savior and Jesus
>>
>> Hello. My name is Jesus - The Christ.
>> Many call me Lord!
>> I've sent you my resume because I'm seeking
>> the top management position in your heart.
>> Please consider my accomplishments
>> as set forth in my resume.
>>
>> Qualifications
>> * I founded the earth and established the heavens, (Proverbs
> 3:19)
>> * I formed man from the dust of the ground,
>> (Genesis 2:7)
>> * I breathed into man the breath of life,
>> (Genesis 2:7)
>> * I redeemed man from the curse of the law,
>> (Galatians 3:1 3)
>> * The blessings of the Abrahamic
>> Covenant comes upon your life through me,
>> (Galatians 3:14)
>>
>> Occupational Background
>> * I've only had one employer,
>> (Luke 2:49).
>> * I've never been tardy, absent, disobedient,
>> slothful or disrespectful.
>> * My employer has nothing but rave reviews for me,

(Matthew 3:15-17)
>>
>> Skills Work Experiences
>> * Some of my skills and work experiences -- empowering the poor to be poor no more,

healing the brokenhearted, setting the captives free, healing the sick, restoring sight to the blind
>> and setting at liberty them that are bruised,

(Luke 4:18)
>> * I am a Wonderful Counselor,

(Isaiah 9:6).
>> People who listen to me shall dwell safely and shall not fear evil

(Proverbs 1:33).
>> * Most importantly, I have the authority, ability and power to cleanse you of your sins,
>> (I John 1:7-9)
>>
>> Educational Background
>> * I encompass the entire breadth and length of knowledge, wisdom and understanding,

(Proverbs 2:6).
>> * In me are hid all of the treasures of wisdom and knowledge,

(Colossians 2:3).
>> * My Word is so powerful; it has been described as being a lamp unto your feet
>> and a light unto your path,

(Psalms 119:105).

>> * I can even tell you all of the secrets of your heart,

(Psalms 44:21)
>>
>> Major Accomplishments
>> * I was an active participant in the greatest Summit Meeting of all times,

(Genesis 1:26).
>> * I laid down my life so that you may live, (II Corinth ians 5:15).
>> * I defeated the archenemy of God and mankind and made a show of them openly,
>> (Colossians 2:15).
>> * I've miraculously fed the poor, healed the sick and raised the dead!
>> * There are many more major accomplishments, too many to mention here.
>> You can read them on my website, which is located at: www dot - the BIBLE.
>> You don't need an Internet connection or computer to access my website.
>>
>> References
>> * Believers and followers worldwide will testify to my divine healings, salvation,

deliverance, miracles, restoration and supernatural guidance
>>
>> In Summation
>> Now that you've read my resume,
>> I'm confident that I'm the only candidate uniquely qualified to fill
> this vital position in your heart.
>>
In summation, I will properly direct your paths,

(Proverbs 3:5-6),
>> and lead you into everlasting life,

(John 6:47).
>> When can I start? Time is of the essence,

(Hebrews 3:15).
>>
>> Send this resume to everyone,
>> you never know who may have an opening!
>> Thank you for your help,
>> may God bless you!
>>
>> ~Author Unknown