I'm cutting back on my blogging for an indefinite period of time. This is the only blog that I'll be updating with any regularity for the next month or so. Of course, I will still be spending time with the Lord. (I'm not cutting back on that.)
I'm just cutting back on the time consuming process of posting my studies and prayers every day until I can get my life organized into a mangle, sane schedule.
So, this morning I'm officially announcing my sabbatical from blogging.
I hope to be back soon... But until then, stay safe. Stay Grounded in the Lord. And be thoughtful and diligent in your prayer life...!
Dear Heavenly Father,
Lord, I give You thanks and praise. I am nothing without You, Lord. Father God I ask a blessing on my schedule. Help me get caught up. Help me to be a better manager of my time.
I want to honor You Lord, and I know that involves making the best use of my time. By Your grace I will be a good steward of my resources, especially my time.
Lord I have many requests and You know what they are. I just commit them to you, Father. And I pray these things in Jesus' name,
Amen.
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
Monday, February 26, 2007
Encouragement
I'm having a good day today... The weather is beautiful out there, and I'm excited about all the things the Lord is doing in the life of my family.
First of all, Monica attended a ladies event at our church this Saturday that was well attended by the local community. Our Sunday was blessed as Pastor Dave preached another awesome sermon. And We enjoyed some family time in the afternoon with a trip to Lake Jackson and then a much needed relaxing evening at home.
Connor and I had a particularly nice weekend. We went to a tennis tournament together Saturday and enjoyed lots of good heart to heart conversation, and we went out and played a little tennis together Sunday evening. I don't think there was really even one negative moment...
-PRAISE THE LORD!
I came across a new 'Favorite Scripture Verse' this weekend...
Proverb 16:3... Commit to the Lord whatever you do and you will enjoy success.
That is such a true statement. This weekend's tennis tournament is a good case in point. It was forecasted to rain all morning Saturday. Well, it did rain most of the morning in surrounding areas, but the tournament location never had a significant rain delay the entire weekend.
God is Good...! And there's nothing more exciting and encouraging than to see the power of the Lord at work in circumstances and life experiences.
Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for blessing my life so abundantly. Father God I commit today to You. I pray that my entire day today and everyday is lived out in glorifying You.
I love You Lord and I pray these things in Jesus' name, Amen.
First of all, Monica attended a ladies event at our church this Saturday that was well attended by the local community. Our Sunday was blessed as Pastor Dave preached another awesome sermon. And We enjoyed some family time in the afternoon with a trip to Lake Jackson and then a much needed relaxing evening at home.
Connor and I had a particularly nice weekend. We went to a tennis tournament together Saturday and enjoyed lots of good heart to heart conversation, and we went out and played a little tennis together Sunday evening. I don't think there was really even one negative moment...
-PRAISE THE LORD!
I came across a new 'Favorite Scripture Verse' this weekend...
Proverb 16:3... Commit to the Lord whatever you do and you will enjoy success.
That is such a true statement. This weekend's tennis tournament is a good case in point. It was forecasted to rain all morning Saturday. Well, it did rain most of the morning in surrounding areas, but the tournament location never had a significant rain delay the entire weekend.
God is Good...! And there's nothing more exciting and encouraging than to see the power of the Lord at work in circumstances and life experiences.
Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for blessing my life so abundantly. Father God I commit today to You. I pray that my entire day today and everyday is lived out in glorifying You.
I love You Lord and I pray these things in Jesus' name, Amen.
Friday, February 23, 2007
In a bad mood...
I'm not doing well at the moment... I'm in a bad mood. I'm angry with someone. I'm angry with a situation. I'm upset with myself that I have over committed with too much activity. It's 3 AM Friday morning, I've been busy since 6 AM Thursday. I have only about 2 or 3 hours to sleep before I start all over again, but I can't sleep... Oh well...
All I can do is ask God to take charge of me and the circumstances I am in...
Dear Heavenly Father,
I am pushing myself way too hard. Monica is pushing herself way too hard as well. We are both a couple of physical wrecks right now. Dear Lord, help me make it to Sunday and I'll take it easy, I promise.
All I can do is to throw myself at Your mercy. I am such a mess at managing my schedule. Father God, I'm sorry. I want to honor You with my time. I pray Lord with the help of Your Grace that I will live differently from now on. I'll re- prioritize, I'll get help, and I'll make certain that You get my best time all the time.
I love You Lord. And I love my family. Thank You for for the blessing of my wife and children.
Lord I give You my all. I give You my everything, I live for You, my King. And I pray these things in Jesus' name, Amen.
All I can do is ask God to take charge of me and the circumstances I am in...
Dear Heavenly Father,
I am pushing myself way too hard. Monica is pushing herself way too hard as well. We are both a couple of physical wrecks right now. Dear Lord, help me make it to Sunday and I'll take it easy, I promise.
All I can do is to throw myself at Your mercy. I am such a mess at managing my schedule. Father God, I'm sorry. I want to honor You with my time. I pray Lord with the help of Your Grace that I will live differently from now on. I'll re- prioritize, I'll get help, and I'll make certain that You get my best time all the time.
I love You Lord. And I love my family. Thank You for for the blessing of my wife and children.
Lord I give You my all. I give You my everything, I live for You, my King. And I pray these things in Jesus' name, Amen.
Wednesday, February 21, 2007
Discouragement
The Enemy is the Lord of Discouragement. He will use anything he can to distract or discourage the walk of the believer. I have this theory that if he can't get to the believer personally he will go after the believer's loved one's. Today, though... He's getting to me personally.
I'm discouraged a little bit today. I'm coming down with some kind of flu-like virus. Today's post will be brief. In fact, this it for the morning. I'm going stay in bed mostly today and just let my body rest. So today I ask for your prayers. Please pray for my health and encouragement.
coach sam
I'm discouraged a little bit today. I'm coming down with some kind of flu-like virus. Today's post will be brief. In fact, this it for the morning. I'm going stay in bed mostly today and just let my body rest. So today I ask for your prayers. Please pray for my health and encouragement.
coach sam
Tuesday, February 20, 2007
Prayer Habits...A True Story...!
The fervent prayers of a righteous man availeth much....
Growing up I learned set, memorized prayers which I could recite in a monotone voice devoid of any feeling or emotion. After a time, I was encouraged to confess my sins to an adult whom I didn't know very well and then he told me I wasn't so bad, and assigned me a penance that comprised of reciting a number of the memorized prayers repeatedly and then, -Voila...! My sins were erased and I could go out and start sinning again with a clean slate...!
It seemed like a pretty good system at first, but it got old after awhile... We had one adult we had to confess to who was from China and no one could understand a word he said...! My parents weren't really into it, either. But occasionally as a family we would recite the same old tried and true meal blessing before a special dinner. However, most of the time we just dove right in to eating giving no thought to God or eternal matters what so ever. That routine continued right up into my freshman year of college.
Around that time I met a Godly family who took me under their wing and showed me what a personal relationship with the Lord looked like. When they prayed it was like they were speaking to a REAL person. They prayed publicly, and it didn't matter who was watching. They seemed to really know who they were praying to... God was like a part of their every day existence. -It was so different from what I was accustomed to. And I was completely drawn into that life-style.
I wanted to be able to speak to God like that. -To know him personally... -Like a friend. -A BEST friend...! My association with that family continued for some time and they just loved me and witnessed to me through their life style.
I ended up giving my life to Christ because of their witness. -Listening to their prayers really impacted me greatly. There were many times when they prayed for me right when I was in their presence. That was mostly during meal times. -It is such an awesome feeling when some one prays for you and you are right there to hear them speak to the Lord on your behalf...
They prayed all the time, -before every meal for sure. And many times they would just pray when ever they learned some information that seemed to require prayer. It was a tremendous witness.
I can honestly say it was the intercessory prayer habits of a Godly family that saved my life.
Prayer is so powerful. And the bible has much to say about prayer. And that's the core of what this website is about. I know I am all over the scale with topics and subject lines from one day to the next. Sometimes it doesn't seem as if there's continuity to what I write. But that's ok. That's just how the Holy Spirit works through me.
Remember back a few weeks ago I started an independent study of Proverbs...? I haven't forgotten about it... And we'll get back to it soon, I'm sure.
Father God, I want to thank You once again for the gift of prayer. My life was forever changed when I heard another believer pray an authentic, heart felt prayer to You on my behalf. Thank You for that man and tank You for his family. But Lord THANK YOU most of all for Your precious gift of salvation.
I love You, Lord and I give this day to You. I ask a special blessing on my precious wife today as she has had a difficult night and is operating on very little sleep or rest right now. I also lift up Connor who is struggling spiritually. Of course I lift up my sweet little baby, Elijah. He has been a little sick lately.
And as always I pray for sister and her family and my brothers, too.
Father God, I lift up all our family from Monica and Connor's side. They all have special needs Lord. And You are aware of every single one of them. You are such a Mighty, Awesome God. I worship and praise You my King. And I pray these things in Jesus' name. Amen.
Growing up I learned set, memorized prayers which I could recite in a monotone voice devoid of any feeling or emotion. After a time, I was encouraged to confess my sins to an adult whom I didn't know very well and then he told me I wasn't so bad, and assigned me a penance that comprised of reciting a number of the memorized prayers repeatedly and then, -Voila...! My sins were erased and I could go out and start sinning again with a clean slate...!
It seemed like a pretty good system at first, but it got old after awhile... We had one adult we had to confess to who was from China and no one could understand a word he said...! My parents weren't really into it, either. But occasionally as a family we would recite the same old tried and true meal blessing before a special dinner. However, most of the time we just dove right in to eating giving no thought to God or eternal matters what so ever. That routine continued right up into my freshman year of college.
Around that time I met a Godly family who took me under their wing and showed me what a personal relationship with the Lord looked like. When they prayed it was like they were speaking to a REAL person. They prayed publicly, and it didn't matter who was watching. They seemed to really know who they were praying to... God was like a part of their every day existence. -It was so different from what I was accustomed to. And I was completely drawn into that life-style.
I wanted to be able to speak to God like that. -To know him personally... -Like a friend. -A BEST friend...! My association with that family continued for some time and they just loved me and witnessed to me through their life style.
I ended up giving my life to Christ because of their witness. -Listening to their prayers really impacted me greatly. There were many times when they prayed for me right when I was in their presence. That was mostly during meal times. -It is such an awesome feeling when some one prays for you and you are right there to hear them speak to the Lord on your behalf...
They prayed all the time, -before every meal for sure. And many times they would just pray when ever they learned some information that seemed to require prayer. It was a tremendous witness.
I can honestly say it was the intercessory prayer habits of a Godly family that saved my life.
Prayer is so powerful. And the bible has much to say about prayer. And that's the core of what this website is about. I know I am all over the scale with topics and subject lines from one day to the next. Sometimes it doesn't seem as if there's continuity to what I write. But that's ok. That's just how the Holy Spirit works through me.
Remember back a few weeks ago I started an independent study of Proverbs...? I haven't forgotten about it... And we'll get back to it soon, I'm sure.
Father God, I want to thank You once again for the gift of prayer. My life was forever changed when I heard another believer pray an authentic, heart felt prayer to You on my behalf. Thank You for that man and tank You for his family. But Lord THANK YOU most of all for Your precious gift of salvation.
I love You, Lord and I give this day to You. I ask a special blessing on my precious wife today as she has had a difficult night and is operating on very little sleep or rest right now. I also lift up Connor who is struggling spiritually. Of course I lift up my sweet little baby, Elijah. He has been a little sick lately.
And as always I pray for sister and her family and my brothers, too.
Father God, I lift up all our family from Monica and Connor's side. They all have special needs Lord. And You are aware of every single one of them. You are such a Mighty, Awesome God. I worship and praise You my King. And I pray these things in Jesus' name. Amen.
Monday, February 19, 2007
Spiritual Warfare
There's a battle being waged right now. Right this very moment. It's a bloody battle. It's Brutal. It's savage. The ENEMY is as a cunning a foe as there ever was. He doesn't fight fairly. He uses circumstances, he manipulates situations, he twists the truth, he orchestrates chaos, and he is the Father of all deception and lies.
He prays on the innocent and the unsuspecting. The bible describes him as a powerful hungry animal lurking about in the dark seeking to kill and devour our souls. He is relentless and will stop at nothing to thwart the efforts of the ones who have dedicated their lives to TRUTH, JUSTICE, PURITY, and LOVE.
Yes, there is a war out. And it's deadly. And in the balance hangs the direction of the lives of those we love and cherish, -Our young people. This war is fought on the terrain of of our thought life. It is waged in a spiritual realm deep inside of our minds and our hearts. And this war is on going, 24/7 around the clock. It is also played out every minute, every day in the daily events of our lives in the here and now.
This morning I stand guard against the Evil One. I stand in the Gap in prayer to protect the weak and the innocent. I lift up Connor and Elijah and bathe them in prayer. I give thanks and praise for my dear sweet wife, Monica. I also acknowledge fellow spiritual warfare guerrilla fighters, Brother Ryan. Brother Mark , Pastor Dave, and many others who stand in gap along side of me helping to prepare the way for the return of our risen Lord and Savior.
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He prays on the innocent and the unsuspecting. The bible describes him as a powerful hungry animal lurking about in the dark seeking to kill and devour our souls. He is relentless and will stop at nothing to thwart the efforts of the ones who have dedicated their lives to TRUTH, JUSTICE, PURITY, and LOVE.
Yes, there is a war out. And it's deadly. And in the balance hangs the direction of the lives of those we love and cherish, -Our young people. This war is fought on the terrain of of our thought life. It is waged in a spiritual realm deep inside of our minds and our hearts. And this war is on going, 24/7 around the clock. It is also played out every minute, every day in the daily events of our lives in the here and now.
This morning I stand guard against the Evil One. I stand in the Gap in prayer to protect the weak and the innocent. I lift up Connor and Elijah and bathe them in prayer. I give thanks and praise for my dear sweet wife, Monica. I also acknowledge fellow spiritual warfare guerrilla fighters, Brother Ryan. Brother Mark , Pastor Dave, and many others who stand in gap along side of me helping to prepare the way for the return of our risen Lord and Savior.
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Saturday, February 17, 2007
Prayer for Tennis Interests
This weekend the Houston Professional Tennis Association has a junior tournament in Katy. There are 144 participants registered. I pray for safe travel for every one and good clean competition as well.
I've recently been blessed with two wonderful candidates for assistant pros to help me grow tennis at Columbia Lakes and the surrounding area. I want to lift up Tony and David and pray for the Lord's guidance as I integrate these two gentlemen into my tennis programs.
Dear Heavenly Father,
Lord Jesus, thank You for the Houston Pro Tennis Association Junior Gran Prix. Father I pray for traveling mercy for all involved in the tournament this weekend. I pray that You bless the organization of Glen and his tournament staff. I thank You for good weather. And I just pray that everyone associated with the tournament goes away with a good experience.
Lord I also want to thank You for the blessing of David and Tony. I've been praying for people to come into my life who share my same desire for growing tennis and impacting lives in a positive way. Lord I really feel that my encounter with Tony and David has been Divinely Orchestrated. Thank You Dear Lord for that blessing. Thank You for working in Mine and Monica's lives like You do. We see evidence of You all around us, Lord.
Answered Prayer is just another way that You show Your Power and Glory. You are truly an Awesome God. You've certainly got my attention, My King. I love You, Jesus.
And I pray these things in the power of Your holy name...
Amen.
I've recently been blessed with two wonderful candidates for assistant pros to help me grow tennis at Columbia Lakes and the surrounding area. I want to lift up Tony and David and pray for the Lord's guidance as I integrate these two gentlemen into my tennis programs.
Dear Heavenly Father,
Lord Jesus, thank You for the Houston Pro Tennis Association Junior Gran Prix. Father I pray for traveling mercy for all involved in the tournament this weekend. I pray that You bless the organization of Glen and his tournament staff. I thank You for good weather. And I just pray that everyone associated with the tournament goes away with a good experience.
Lord I also want to thank You for the blessing of David and Tony. I've been praying for people to come into my life who share my same desire for growing tennis and impacting lives in a positive way. Lord I really feel that my encounter with Tony and David has been Divinely Orchestrated. Thank You Dear Lord for that blessing. Thank You for working in Mine and Monica's lives like You do. We see evidence of You all around us, Lord.
Answered Prayer is just another way that You show Your Power and Glory. You are truly an Awesome God. You've certainly got my attention, My King. I love You, Jesus.
And I pray these things in the power of Your holy name...
Amen.
Thursday, February 15, 2007
501
This is the five hundred and first post to my prayer journal blog since I started it back in 2004. That's kinda neat.
I'm up extra early this morning. I just awakened at about 2 AM feeling the need to pray. When I went to bed at 10 AM a few hours ago I didn't set my alarm but instead preyed that God would wake me before 6 AM. Well, it looks like God is way ahead of schedule today.
Dear Heavenly Father, Thank you Lord for my precious wife. I just want to lift her up to you again. I pray for her sleep tonight. Allow her to rest well tonight. Allow Elijah to rest well.
Father I pray for my wife's schedule. Help her to get caught up on things. Help her to prioritize.. (me too, Lord.) We don't mind living life at break neck speed as long as we're living it to the fullest for Your Glory. Lord I pray that everything we do today brings glory to You. Thank You for blessing our marriage. I, (we) love You, Lord. And pray these things in Jesus' name, Amen...
I'm up extra early this morning. I just awakened at about 2 AM feeling the need to pray. When I went to bed at 10 AM a few hours ago I didn't set my alarm but instead preyed that God would wake me before 6 AM. Well, it looks like God is way ahead of schedule today.
Dear Heavenly Father, Thank you Lord for my precious wife. I just want to lift her up to you again. I pray for her sleep tonight. Allow her to rest well tonight. Allow Elijah to rest well.
Father I pray for my wife's schedule. Help her to get caught up on things. Help her to prioritize.. (me too, Lord.) We don't mind living life at break neck speed as long as we're living it to the fullest for Your Glory. Lord I pray that everything we do today brings glory to You. Thank You for blessing our marriage. I, (we) love You, Lord. And pray these things in Jesus' name, Amen...
Tuesday, February 13, 2007
Prayer Requests and Praise Reports
Today we have some prayer requests... Pam Henry's daddy is in Brazosport hospital. Please keep her family in your prayers. Also 'Amy White' from small group is traveling during her pregnancy and needs prayer as well.
Praise Report: I visited with two gentlemen yesterday who will most likely be joining me to help build tennis interest in the area. Yea...!
Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank You Lord, for blessing me so abundantly... Father God I know You will always meet my needs. You are an awesome God...! Lord I lift up the Henry family today. Bless them and lift them today. I lift up Amy as well, Lord. Guard her and her babies' health, Father.
Lord I give You praise and thanks for sending Tony and David into my life to help me grow tennis. I pray that I am a blessing to them and they to me.
Lord I give this day to You and pray that everything I say, do, and think will give Glory to You and Your Kingdom. And I pray these things in Jesus' name
Praise Report: I visited with two gentlemen yesterday who will most likely be joining me to help build tennis interest in the area. Yea...!
Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank You Lord, for blessing me so abundantly... Father God I know You will always meet my needs. You are an awesome God...! Lord I lift up the Henry family today. Bless them and lift them today. I lift up Amy as well, Lord. Guard her and her babies' health, Father.
Lord I give You praise and thanks for sending Tony and David into my life to help me grow tennis. I pray that I am a blessing to them and they to me.
Lord I give this day to You and pray that everything I say, do, and think will give Glory to You and Your Kingdom. And I pray these things in Jesus' name
Monday, February 12, 2007
Spiritual Attack
It's interesting how when a person gives their testimony the Enemy mounts a counter -attack... That's been the case with me.
I went on the offensive Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday speaking to a youth group during the week and a few adults this past Sunday at church.
I've been praying that God would make me more bold to proclaim is HIS Good News. And True to form, God was faithful. But Satan was right there every step of the way, firing his firey darts.
Today I'm a little down, a little discouraged. Even though I know that Satan is the Father of discouragement, and I know that I oughtn't give in, I'm a little weak this morning.
I need to get back into my independent study of Proverbs.
I need to dive back into The Word.
Pastor Dave was preaching yesterday about dry, dead men's bones and how we get down into the valleys of life. I wouldn't say I'm deep in a valley, but I'm definitely on a slope or an incline this morning...! I wouldn't exactly say I'm experiencing desolation, but I'm not feeling bold today, that's for sure.
One of Pastor Dave's four key points on how to get out of a valley experience was to take the first train out...! That's exactly what I'm going to do this morning. I'm going to just give this circumstance to Jesus. I'm going to give my day to CHRIST.
HE is the Author of All Good Things. He is the conductor of the Train of Salvation. I will rest in Him...
I went on the offensive Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday speaking to a youth group during the week and a few adults this past Sunday at church.
I've been praying that God would make me more bold to proclaim is HIS Good News. And True to form, God was faithful. But Satan was right there every step of the way, firing his firey darts.
Today I'm a little down, a little discouraged. Even though I know that Satan is the Father of discouragement, and I know that I oughtn't give in, I'm a little weak this morning.
I need to get back into my independent study of Proverbs.
I need to dive back into The Word.
Pastor Dave was preaching yesterday about dry, dead men's bones and how we get down into the valleys of life. I wouldn't say I'm deep in a valley, but I'm definitely on a slope or an incline this morning...! I wouldn't exactly say I'm experiencing desolation, but I'm not feeling bold today, that's for sure.
One of Pastor Dave's four key points on how to get out of a valley experience was to take the first train out...! That's exactly what I'm going to do this morning. I'm going to just give this circumstance to Jesus. I'm going to give my day to CHRIST.
HE is the Author of All Good Things. He is the conductor of the Train of Salvation. I will rest in Him...
Thursday, February 08, 2007
Prayer for Boo Boo
My sweet little baby is sick today. And both his momma and daddy are starting to get a little under the weather as well... Please lift us up in prayer today...!Dear Heavenly Father,
I can hear little Elijah crying in the background as I compose this prayer. Lord I pray for healing for our little baby! He's got a runny nose and a bit of a fever. We're going to take him to the doctor later today but Lord I give this situation to You, this morning.
You're the Divine Healer, my King...! Father I trust in You. I Rest in You. Thank You for being the Lord of My Life...! Lord I lift up Elijah and Monica today. Bless them Lord. Guard their health, Lord.
And bless me, Father. help me to get all the work done that I need to do before I have to leave this afternoon...
Father God I love You. Thank You for another day to go out and impact the world for You. I pray that I am an effective witness, and I pray that you help me to not miss one single opportunity to win a soul or influence others for the Kingdom.
Lord Jesus, I pray these things in Your Holy Name, Amen.
Wednesday, February 07, 2007
I'm typing this morning with only my right hand. Elijah is sound asleep on my other arm. He's a little sick today and Monica has been up most of the night with him.
This morning I'm speaking to the high school bible club again.... I was going to get up early and work but I'm happy to take care of Elijah and let Monica rest.... It's very peaceful and relaxing to hold a sleeping baby... I'll catch up on my work later this morning. I'll take Elijah back to Monica before I have to go....
Dear Lord, Thank You for my family. I love You Lord. Amen
This morning I'm speaking to the high school bible club again.... I was going to get up early and work but I'm happy to take care of Elijah and let Monica rest.... It's very peaceful and relaxing to hold a sleeping baby... I'll catch up on my work later this morning. I'll take Elijah back to Monica before I have to go....
Dear Lord, Thank You for my family. I love You Lord. Amen
Tuesday, February 06, 2007
Prayer Requests and Praise Reports
I promise that I haven't given up on my independent study of Proverbs, but prayer requests will always take priority over independent studies.
There are many prayer requests on the table today...
There are many prayer requests on the table today...
- Coach Henry has recently suffered a loss in his family, and he has a student who is battling cancer right now.
- My Sister had a dear family friend pass away recently and that friend's family needs prayer.
- My younger brother is having employment difficulties.
- We need prayer for the men's ministry at my church as we are planning new curriculum and expanding the program.
Praise Report:
God has been blessing me with quite a bit of ministry outreach opportunity lately. Praise the Lord as I have been praying for Him to use me more effectively for the Kingdom....!
Dear Heavenly Father,
Praised be Your name, my King. You are my focus, my main event, Lord. Everything I do is for Your glory and honor. You are Worthy to be Praised, my King. You are Wonderful. You are Marvelous. You are my Everything.
Father God you are a God who knows all. You already know of these situations Lord. And Lord I just pray that Your will be done in these matters.
Father I pray for Coach Henry's step mom and her loss. I pray for comfort for her and her family. I lift up Eva as she is struggling with cancer.
I pray for Michael LaRontonda's family. Bless them Lord.
I lift up my younger brother as He makes some serious career decisions soon, Lord. And Father I pray for Pastor Dave and Brother Bob as they decide on a new study for the men's ministry.
Lord Jesus I love You and pray these things in Your precious holy name.
Monday, February 05, 2007
Testimony...
Remember how I've been praying for God to use me to be an effective witness to those within my sphere of influence.?
Well, I was asked by one of the local youth ministers to give my testimony to a group of high schoolers from our local high school...
I stayed up until 2:30 this morning updating my testimony and practicing in front of a mirror. I gave my presentation at 7:30 this morning and I think it went well... The only problem was that I had to glance down at my notes too much. And the bell rang before I completed my presentation... But I've been invited to come back on Wednesday and complete my story...!
One thing that made it very special this morning was that Monica, Connor and Elijah came to be there with me.
I'm looking forward to really polishing my story and giving mywitness more often. I praise God for the opportunity I had this morning. I was blessed by it andI think it may have blessed others, too...
My sweet wife Monica gave a brief testimony in church this past Sunday morning, too. I praise God for her. She is such a strong inspiration to me... And she says I am the same for her... It's awesome that God brought us together and we work so well as a team together. My marriage is a great big blessing to me...
Friends, I ask that you please join Monica and I in prayer about a business venture we're considering. We've already had some encouragement in this regard but we're still in the prayer and planning stage of things. Lots needs to happen before we can move forward. We are definitely seeking God's will in this.... We need a miracle for something to happen, but the good news is that God's in the miracle business...!
Dear Heavenly Father,
Lord You are Wonderful, Lord You are Marvelous...! You are everything to me. Thank You for being the great big God You are... Thank You for Blessing me with an awesome wife who loves You just like I do.
And Lord I can't thank You enough for blessing me with opportunity after opportunity to serve You and be a witness for Your Kingdom. This morning was great... And the block party also went great on Saturday, too. Thank You God....!
I love You Lord and Give You the Glory for every good thing in my life. Lord Monica and I want to be faithful and obedient to You. We want to be right in the center of Your will. We seek Your guidence in the matter of a business venture. We know what we'd like to see happen if we could have our wildest wish, but Lord we just want to serve You right where You have called us. We're just waiting on You, my King. We pray for these things in Jesus' name, Amen.
Well, I was asked by one of the local youth ministers to give my testimony to a group of high schoolers from our local high school...
I stayed up until 2:30 this morning updating my testimony and practicing in front of a mirror. I gave my presentation at 7:30 this morning and I think it went well... The only problem was that I had to glance down at my notes too much. And the bell rang before I completed my presentation... But I've been invited to come back on Wednesday and complete my story...!
One thing that made it very special this morning was that Monica, Connor and Elijah came to be there with me.
I'm looking forward to really polishing my story and giving mywitness more often. I praise God for the opportunity I had this morning. I was blessed by it andI think it may have blessed others, too...
My sweet wife Monica gave a brief testimony in church this past Sunday morning, too. I praise God for her. She is such a strong inspiration to me... And she says I am the same for her... It's awesome that God brought us together and we work so well as a team together. My marriage is a great big blessing to me...
Friends, I ask that you please join Monica and I in prayer about a business venture we're considering. We've already had some encouragement in this regard but we're still in the prayer and planning stage of things. Lots needs to happen before we can move forward. We are definitely seeking God's will in this.... We need a miracle for something to happen, but the good news is that God's in the miracle business...!
Dear Heavenly Father,
Lord You are Wonderful, Lord You are Marvelous...! You are everything to me. Thank You for being the great big God You are... Thank You for Blessing me with an awesome wife who loves You just like I do.
And Lord I can't thank You enough for blessing me with opportunity after opportunity to serve You and be a witness for Your Kingdom. This morning was great... And the block party also went great on Saturday, too. Thank You God....!
I love You Lord and Give You the Glory for every good thing in my life. Lord Monica and I want to be faithful and obedient to You. We want to be right in the center of Your will. We seek Your guidence in the matter of a business venture. We know what we'd like to see happen if we could have our wildest wish, but Lord we just want to serve You right where You have called us. We're just waiting on You, my King. We pray for these things in Jesus' name, Amen.
Saturday, February 03, 2007
Prayer for Tennis
Dear Heavenly Father,
Lord I thank You for Today. I am grateful for another day to make a difference in this world. I thank You that it's not raining this morning.
My King I pray blessings on the tennis event I am assisting with this morning. I pray for good organization. I pray that the participants have a great time and that many are influenced in a positive way for tennis.
Lord God help me make the most of this opportunity as I meet many people for the first time. And Father I just give You the glory for anything good that happens today.
Lord Jesus I pray these things in Jesus' name, Amen.
Lord I thank You for Today. I am grateful for another day to make a difference in this world. I thank You that it's not raining this morning.
My King I pray blessings on the tennis event I am assisting with this morning. I pray for good organization. I pray that the participants have a great time and that many are influenced in a positive way for tennis.
Lord God help me make the most of this opportunity as I meet many people for the first time. And Father I just give You the glory for anything good that happens today.
Lord Jesus I pray these things in Jesus' name, Amen.
Friday, February 02, 2007
How's Your Schedule Today...?
I was listening to a sermon by the late Dr. Adrian Rogers this morning. He was preaching on blessings and how we spend our time and what we're doing with our lives. I only caught the last half of the sermon but I heard enough be greatly impacted by the Pastor's message.
He said everyone was given 24 hours in a day and that is more than enough time to get accomplished what God has ordained with our lives. If we seem to be running out of time every day then we have our priorities wrong. He suggested going to the Lord in Prayer and to get to work clearing out the clutter of our lives. -Oh that's something I've been trying to do for some time, now.
Now, I haven't had the opportunity to interview every great Christian who's inspired me over the years but I have noticed one common thread they all had in common. And that's been a relaxed countenance and general sense of calmness about them. Indeed, I've often thought that these men had an 'air' or 'presence' that can only be described as resting in Christ.
If they felt rushed, or were plagued with 'busyness' it certainly didn't appear that way. I know that my presence doesn't give off that air. Indeed, I've composed many a journal post lamenting how I'm plagued with 'busyness'. Yes, I've felt a steadily growing conviction to get my act together for some time now. I want every aspect of my day to point to Jesus Christ. I want everything I say, do, or think to be done for God's Glory.
But although I suppose I'm striving for perfection I realize that the bible says ALL have sinned and fallen short of the Glory of God. Yet, still I want to give my utmost for His Highest at all times.
This discussion is to be continued....
Dear Heavenly Father, Thank You Lord for the message of Dr Rogers this morning. Thank You for his ministry that continues to bless others even though Dr Rogers has gone on to be with You.
Lord, I'm seeking that calmness, peace and serenity. I don't want to be busy any longer. Help me to rest in You. I love You Father. I give You thanks and praise and all the glory for ny life and accomplishments. I am nothing without You, my King.
Lord Jesus, I pray these hings in Your precious, holy name, Amen.
He said everyone was given 24 hours in a day and that is more than enough time to get accomplished what God has ordained with our lives. If we seem to be running out of time every day then we have our priorities wrong. He suggested going to the Lord in Prayer and to get to work clearing out the clutter of our lives. -Oh that's something I've been trying to do for some time, now.
Now, I haven't had the opportunity to interview every great Christian who's inspired me over the years but I have noticed one common thread they all had in common. And that's been a relaxed countenance and general sense of calmness about them. Indeed, I've often thought that these men had an 'air' or 'presence' that can only be described as resting in Christ.
If they felt rushed, or were plagued with 'busyness' it certainly didn't appear that way. I know that my presence doesn't give off that air. Indeed, I've composed many a journal post lamenting how I'm plagued with 'busyness'. Yes, I've felt a steadily growing conviction to get my act together for some time now. I want every aspect of my day to point to Jesus Christ. I want everything I say, do, or think to be done for God's Glory.
But although I suppose I'm striving for perfection I realize that the bible says ALL have sinned and fallen short of the Glory of God. Yet, still I want to give my utmost for His Highest at all times.
This discussion is to be continued....
Dear Heavenly Father, Thank You Lord for the message of Dr Rogers this morning. Thank You for his ministry that continues to bless others even though Dr Rogers has gone on to be with You.
Lord, I'm seeking that calmness, peace and serenity. I don't want to be busy any longer. Help me to rest in You. I love You Father. I give You thanks and praise and all the glory for ny life and accomplishments. I am nothing without You, my King.
Lord Jesus, I pray these hings in Your precious, holy name, Amen.
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