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Hi Gigi, sometimes that happens. I started posting about three years ago but stopped about a year later. I became discouraged because I was not (and still am not) healed.

After many, many people (and some are still) praying for me, the Lord Jesus Christ has yet to heal me.

I know that according to His Word, by Jesus' stripes I am healed, but there is no manifestation of Him healing me.

I wonder why many of His children stay sick. We cannot be blamed of not having faith,

Well, I can keep on going, but I'll stop. I hope and will pray that she is ok.

God bless you sister

I have a very close friend who is suffering terribly from Dementia. Their world has been turned upside down and I do not know of anyone or anything that wil help except for Jesus; so I am asking for Prayer for this person.

Hi F , it sounds as if , for some reason your wife does not trust you . Maybe you did or said something that's hurt her feelings and she can't get past it ? You two have to get to the root cause of her attitude towards you . Sometimes we do or say something and don't realise what effect it has had on some one else . Or , it could just be all in her mind , maybe you didn't do or say anything but she thinks that you did ? Communication and trust are essential in every relationship . The only way you two are going to sort this is by talking and , more importantly listening to each other . Next time your wife is telling you how she feels , even if she is shouting , listen to what she is actually saying and try to talk to her about her feelings , if she is still trying to communicate with you , even by shouting , that's something good . It's when people don't communicate that relationships are in big trouble because this means that they just don't care any more . Listen to her complaints and try to address each one calmly , she is shouting because she wants you to hear her ! I hope the two of you can sort this out , for the moment she needs to know that you are listening to her , her relationship with God is something that can be worked on , by both of you , when you have sorted your relationship with each other . You are her husband , how can she believe that God loves her and hears her if she can't see that her own husband loves her and hears her ?

please pray for me and please pray for my daughter Jessica

All there is to know about our LORD SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST is in scripture. Let us study to show ourselves approved, with the knowledge of being able to discern and apply HIS word daily as it glorifies HIM. 2 Timothy 2:15

May we add daily unto our knowledge and wise application the attributes and character of our GOD the LORD JESUS. Colossians 3; 2 Peter 1

(many more)

Numbers 6

24 The LORD bless thee, and keep thee:

25 The LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee:

26 The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.

27 And they shall put my name upon the children of Israel; and I will bless them.

Happy New Year everyone!

December 30, 2023

I will "F". I have been praying for you since you brought his need to us a few weeks ago. I am so sorry that your relationship is so seriously difficult now. May God intervene and miraculously change what needs to be changed inn each of you.

Brother James, such good advice. I wish we had been more diligent in this regard when raising our kids. This is one of my regrets as a parent, one that I have sought forgiveness for from our Lord. We could have done better in this way. We thought that God would preserve our children in faith that we taught and exemplified to them. We underestimated the power of the "world" and the evil one. And we did not see their defection from the faith they possessed in their late teens coming. We were pretty shocked by it, and had much remorse for where we had let them down even though we had done a very good job parenting them as a whole. But we had to face the fact that we could have done better. God loves our sons, and He is able to restore them to faith when He wills it. But we have had much heartache over this even though we place them into His hands each time we pray for them.

Thank you for sharing how you fulfilled God's command to teach our children properly concerning God and our relationship to him and being faithful in praying for one another. I hope that they continue this example in their own families and that others who still have young ones will prayerfully work at this most important aspect of training our children up in the ways of the LORD.

Hi, again, Patricia,

Texsis was posting on this forum for many months until about a month or so ago. I miss people when they don't check in with us once in a while. She moved from Texsis to Utah. We heard from her after she got settled in Utah, but then we have not heard from here since..

There are others that we regular posters here in times past. I think of them often and pray for them.

Richard,

Yes, he does see me that way, as I know he is a godly man. We still have to deal with the differences in our personalities as all married couples do. We have had only rare occasions where we were really at odds in 44 years. Our partnership has been blessed over the years.

I am glad to hear that your mom has agreed to the hvac clean. We need to do that, too-never been done yet. We did redo the crawl space a couple years ago and need to redo the attic spaces as well as the hvac clean out. With my reactive airways, it would be very helpful for this to be done. I am sensitive to dust, mold and mildew. We have a hepa filter on our furnace, which helps.

It would be good for your parents' health to have this done soon. I continue to pray for God's interventions to come quickly for your needs and for your parents' needs as well. Lots for you to prayerfully consider, Richard, may the Holy Spirit guide both you and influence your parents, too.

Keep me posted. It is good to have a friend in you.

Thank you Patricia,

I know he knows that we need to get going on this remodel. We talked more today and got more info from the insurance company-good news. So, if they pay for the damage from the leak that would be half of our downstairs that will be redone on the insurance companies dime. This would mean that the cost to us to do the remainder would be much less than if we were to pay for the whole downstairs remodel. The two upstairs bathrooms have wall repair, new paint, and new flooring as they got damaged, too. So that would leave us with less to remodel upstairs, too. We need to replace carpet in the bedrooms and hall, paint, and replace the tub surround and shower pan and surround upstairs. Maybe all will get done! it would be great to have this all done in one full swoop.

Thanks for your prayers. I told my husband that God began our remodel for us. He laughed.

Please pray for me. My wife does not respect me and is constantly cursing and fighting me and making accusations, railing and throwing things, and making threats. I am so tired of this. I just want to have a normal day. She has "ocd" but does not follow her own "ocd" habits. She only wants me to follow them because it makes her feel more comfortable with not worrying about them. She needs professional help but does not want to spend money on it, she needs to read the Bible but thinks it is "boring". She sits around and watches Taylor Swift videos and has an abnormal interest in the topic of divorce on her drama shows. I am so sick of this.. she does not trust me, and I am constantly trying to show her that I am the man and she is the woman.. and that she needs to go to Jesus about her complaints and listen to me. She refuses because she believes I will hurt her if she subjects herself to me. Please pray for me.

Powerful, educational, wise words Richard.

Heavenly Father, I pray for Star1964's health. Guide Your child in what is needed to be done for all health issues to be healed, in Jesus' name. Amen

For those of you who do believe that a part of us lives on after our physical death , for those of you who do not believe that we die and remain dead until Christ returns to earth and resurrects us , Mark Ch 10 V 30 . Thy Kingdom Come .

Pre write a list of things that come to your mind as being a servant for God. Never in my life would I know that I would be in the Prison Ministry with my husband.

All for God's glory and honor. God bless you

I'll pray this doesn't cause too much dissention. I wanted to share that my mom finally started discussion with my dad on getting the ducts cleaned out and I plan to ask my friend in a week when he gets back from vacation to give me the name of the company he heard about who can do the job relatively inexpensively.

My mom also was able to sleep the best she had in months (of course crediting herself for a special back support and specific stretching exercises and a makeshift ankle brace). I am sure your prayers helped in these things! I'm glad you were able to pray for me before this crisis started blossoming on your end.

Your husband should see you are a godly woman no matter what. I will also ask God to bring the right people to give him some impetus in the right direction.

Agape; RIch P

When we forget secular history, Biblical history, and especially GOD'S blessings and promises; we are heading for destruction.

May we saints be diligent, faithful in our prayers for all areas of our life.

Happy New Year brethren!

December 30, 2023

More thoughts on atheism

Some would claim not to believe in anything; while many who claim to be atheists are involved with Satanism. This could be twofold; there is some fascination with rebelling against society (which "coincidentally" intersects with man's perverse fleshly tendencies). Otherwise; some wish to hide their true intentions by stating they are atheists who are in reality closet Satanists.

Again from a purely logical viewpoint it becomes clear that as a spiritual entity; worship; prayer and various rituals make such individuals just as "religious" as their Christian counterparts just focusing on the enemy rather than God.

There are some who follow their own maxims and would be turned off by the thought of the evils committed by others in such occult practices. It is sad but true that there may actually be MORE marriages held together among nonbelievers than in the "Christian" community; although some are content today to live with someone without making a legal commitment of a marriage certificate. There are; no doubt those who volunteer more; donate larger gifts to charities and perform other "good deeds" that often can outmatch what we as believers perform. When we leave things to unregenerate men; however we see the quick decay from the humanistic idealism of the late 19th Century to the "Free love" of the sixties to today's society with sodomy; and other same sex relationships and what is heading rapidly toward pedophelia.

Of course history has shown the bloodbath of those who are worshipped as dictators but officially demand atheism otherwise of their citizenry. Just as dangerous; of course is nationalism which usually attempts to assimilate the "Christian" cause in their own form of adulation for the man in charge. No doubt an amalgamation of all the characteristics of the old fallen empires will constitute the final "Beast" system ( Dan. 7:23 and following verses). Antichrist will exalt himself above all and claim to be God.

The folly of atheism.

God states that those who say there is no God are fools ( Psalm 14:1-2). I suppose I should capitalize the word atheism as it indeed is a belief system or "religion" albeit man made. Even the demons believe and shudder as James 2:19 states.

From a purely logical and scientific level; of course any such logic is seriously flawed. First of all not believing in God (as opposed to being "agnostic" removes any hope of life after death that is verifiable). God in His infinite wisdom has allowed such items as the shroud of Turin that seems to defy logic and appears to be the image of Christ Himself. The integrity of the scriptures prophesying Jesus' birth death and resurrection and future ramifications are hard to argue against; and the lack of any body found are pretty clear indications of the Resurrection. The deaths of all the martryrs (12 Disciples) which except for John were martyred would be for naught if the Resurrection weren't real.

We also can't explain things such as decay from the second law of thermodynamics if indeed evolution is true and things evolved to MORE complex structure and order from lesser; and we can't prove so many of these "missing links" which when not turning out to be proven fraud (such as with "Piltdown man") often are proven to be separate genus or even kingdoms of animal species. When we see the ancient giant structures of great complexity which are being discovered all the time the concept of man being primitive also is challenged; and the story of fallen angels and their offspring of "men of renown" seems the likely answer for such large building blocks and scientifically complex structures pointing to the stars. ( Gen. 6:4).

Our own moral structure proves to any objective outside observer at least to be sorely deficient; we are incapable of externally keeping the law and our hearts don't have the desire to serve selflessly or to worship our Creator. Surely the complexity in nature proves a Creator.

I would to put in a prayer request for Mr. and Mrs. Crockem business Alwayscookingllc in FWTX

Heavenly Father, I pray that Texsis return to Gigi where she belongs. Guide her, bless her with discernment, wisdom and knowledge of her life. That she please You. In Jesus Christ's name. Amen

Sister Keyonna

One thing I had GREAT success with in my home was instituting a daily "Family Time" (actually GOD-focus time) with my children (I was a single father at the time). This was a time wherein we'd gather together to read and learn the Word, discuss what is going on in our lives and openly pray for each other and for our family. This time period was NON-NEGOTIABLE; everyone had to attend on a nightly basis (usually around 7pm). Nothing was permitted to push Family Time onto the backburner (this is based on CHRIST's instruction that if we would put His kingdom FIRST everything else would basically fall into place).

This drew us closer together as a family and closer to CHRIST. Additionally, I gave them teachings on issues I knew would confront them as they progressed in life and in school. And I'm so glad I did.

As a result, I experienced essentially zero serious issues with my kids throughout their middle and high school years. Zero-rebellion. They turned out great and are doing great. And they've always shown the utmost respect and love for me as their father.

There's something extremely important about giving family members, especially kids, this nightly opportunity to express things they are going through. I know it means a lot to them to hear the other family members praying specifically for them and encouraging them. It's SO important!

If there's one thing I would recommend so strongly to all Christian couples (husband and wife) and Christian families, it is making this commitment and putting GOD FIRST in your home and relationships. IT WORKS.

Not only is it a "good idea", GOD COMMANDS us to do this. Please read and REFLECT on Deuteronomy 6.5-7. GOD DESERVES and DEMANDS more than our one-hour a week sitting in a pew. He is to be ABSOLUTE FIRST in our lives, in our hearts and in our homes...every day.

When we truly grasp this- that's the game-changer! GOD honors those who honor Him.

Yes, I am praying for your husband to realize that your house has to be updated. To keep all things working fine. Check the house once a year for maintenance. Everything you said I agree.

Heavenly Father, bless Gigi's husband with wisdom and knowledge on money. Help him understand that certain things must be done concerning money. Amen

The good soil vs bad

Jeremiah 17:8 along with Psalm 1 bring out the benefits of a tree whose roots are planted near the water. This steadfast faith in the Lord is contrasted in the next verse which describes the vicissitudes of the heart of unregenerate man. These vital concepts describe the state of a soul; who needs to be vigilant to bearing fruit and testing themselves to see if they are in the faith is a necessary prerequisite ( 2 Cor. 13:5). Those who do not bear fruit are cut off and burned; a figurative statement describing a very real state of the lost at Judgment Day (see John 15:2).

Surely all flesh is as grass ( 1 Peter 1:24) and like a vapor this life soon passes away ( James 4:14). Eternity is in men's hearts showing that indeed the nature of man is for their spirit to live forever after the body and soul perish ( Ecclesiastes 3:11). This means their legacy is either eternal glory and recognition of those things done while living for the Lord; or eternal damnation for the lack thereof. (see Matthew 25:34 and associated verses).

There is some hope for us who still are producing works of wood; hay and stubble ( 2 Tim. 2:21-23) to change to better works if we have a foundation in Christ ( 1 Cor. 3:11). This results in varying degrees or levels in the harvest and subsequent reward for those who are saved (see also Mark 4:20).

Those in the flesh and not Born Again can only interpret what they see around them in the world (the actions of others who serve as their peers and interpreted through their own understanding). God alone as I see it through predestination determines who will be saved. On our end it takes a fair evaluation of who we really are as compared to a righteous God which then leads to godly sorrow and repentance (which is indeed a gift from God as about half a dozen scriptures indicate). John 16:8 must enlighten us to our desperate plight that SHOULD be aided by proper evangelism appealing for individuals to repent.

Our SAVIOR, GOD the LORD JESUS CHRIST is faithful in all HIS promises. Whatever we need to accomplish HIS work, HE will provide.

Ephesians 4:

11 And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers;

12 For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ:

13 Till we all come in the unity of the faith, and of the knowledge of the Son of God, unto a perfect man, unto the measure of the stature of the fulness of Christ:

2 Timothy 3:

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16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:

17 That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.



Although the work may be important, there is nothing more important than to spend a "rest time" with the LORD.

As CHRIST always had a time of rest, and prayer with HIS FATHER; let us do the same that we may be restored spiritually, physically as we await the coming of our KING of Glory, the LORD of HOST.

Ps 24:8 Who is this King of glory? The LORD strong and mighty, the LORD mighty in battle.

9 Lift up your heads, O ye gates; even lift them up, ye everlasting doors; and the King of glory shall come in.

10 Who is this King of glory? The LORD of hosts, he is the King of glory. Selah.

Numbers 6:

24 The LORD bless thee, and keep thee:

25 The LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee:

26 The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.

Happy New Year, brethren! Our redemption is near.

December 30, 2023

We haven't heard from Texsis for awhile.

I pray, LORD, that you keep her, that You bless her in every way, and that You urge her to return here and continue with us. Amen.

Amen to you .

May God bless your efforts Christopher .

Judgment is coming

First Timothy 5:24 states:

Some men's sins are open beforehand, going before to judgment; and some men they follow after.

What is interesting is the next verse which contrasts this with good works that also become clear even if they start off being hidden.

The effects of sin are what is known as bad fruit. The cause of sin is of course from a corrupt and fallen nature (see Jeremiah 17:9 on the state of a human heart without saving grace).

James 3:6 states this:

And the tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity: so is the tongue among our members, that it defileth the whole body, and setteth on fire the course of nature; and it is set on fire of hell.

This figurative expression no doubt will eventually lead to one's destruction in fire; as well as the destruction of the earth in like manner as we see stated in 2 Peter 3:10 and numerous other verses. God made everything good; but the fall of man led to death for all forms of life; as well as even the stars not being pure in His sight ( Job 25:5 seems to corroborate this with Job 15:15). He is going to create therefore a new heaven and earth where righteousness dwells ( 2 Peter 3:13 and see Revelation 21 and 22.)

God had to bring a total cure for the total corruption in what was made originally pure in His sight (see Ecclesiastes 7:29). This brought Christ part of the Godhead to personally die as our atonement and also of course to restore all nature from the fall which consummates when He returns and eventually at the end of the Millennium when the last enemy death is destroyed ( 1 Cor. 15:26). Judgment comes to the angelic realm who fell after Lucifer's rebellion. Some have already been judged ( 1 Peter 3:19-20 also read book of Jude). The rest of mankind; of course lives on borrowed time and because God is patient to ensure all His elect come to Him people try to get away with all they can ( Ecclesiastes 8:11).

A spoonful of sugar won't help this medicine go down; God's love will

Pray for Strength this coming year, pray for less crazy thoughts this year, pray for more close family connections this coming year

pray for a better year on the job this year. Lord bless me in those moments when I am over my head with these things when I'm weak. Amen

I need prayer. Prayer for my family to become closer and to become more closer to Christ.