Good Morning Forgiven, Made-New, Recharged Followers of Jesus! Jesus is the only way to know these things and accept them deep in your heart--your whole being really. Thanks Jesus! And we are followers of THE Way--Jesus and His good ways. Amen! I got a late start and started with a great huddle with Adam Roberts. God really speaks to us as we seek Him and His plans. He does the same for all of us, even when we don't always want to hear or process what He is saying/revealing. He is with us and has great plans custom made for each of us and us as His Body. He is always with us and at work and inviting us to join Him, as we are. What is He calling you by name to hear, see, do ? What will you do about it? Be available and on the lookout for His invitation to join Him. Pray for eyes to see and feet ready to respond and to not miss His inviting you. Ask for a submitted, humbled and ready heart. Then watch the praise-worthy things He will do and worship! Then share your story with someone! Encourage someone with God's ever-present faithfulness in and through you! Amen!
I gotta fly and get ready for the 10 Zoom Huddle. Take some time to mediate on our devotionals (below) for . What's God saying to you or inviting you to do? Who might you process with or encourage . DO IT!!! I'm praying for you and a mighty movement of God--miracles even and I believe He can and will make Himself known to you and others through you ! PTL! Rejoice! Prepare and Go! Your Kinmgdom come and will be done Lord! Amen! Shalom Shalom!
Upper Room: The Crocus
Anyone who needs wisdom should ask God, whose very nature is to give to everyone without a second thought, without keeping score. Wisdom will certainly be given to those who ask. - James 1:5 (CEB)
My life seemed to be in a slump, and I felt stuck. I went outside hoping a breath of fresh air would cheer me up. The snow had almost disappeared, and a cacophony of bird calls welcomed the spring. A soft southwesterly breeze greeted me, and the warmth of the on my face was delightful. A small patch of purple crocuses had bravely pushed through a clump of snow. I wondered how such tiny, delicate flowers had overcome the daunting obstacle of the frozen ground. It was a miracle — a hopeful sign of new life. I began to feel better as I reflected on the lilies of the field and the birds of the air that Jesus spoke about, marveling at his providential care.
Not everything in life comes easily. We are faced with hard choices, challenges, and obstacles at every turn. But when we walk with God we are not alone. God does not always remove our difficulties but gives us the wisdom to accept the struggle, the courage to meet the challenge, and the strength to overcome. We need only to ask.
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's Prayer
Dear God, give us wisdom, courage, and strength to face the obstacles that arise, trusting in you to walk with us through them all. Amen.
Our Daily Bread
Belle’s Belief
Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life, but whoever rejects the Son will not see life. John 3:36
Belle wanted nothing to do with her parents’ faith in Jesus. In college, she proclaimed herself an agnostic and sought to live without God. But a breakup with her boyfriend and growing depression sent her on a downward spiral. She thought of ending her life.
In those depths of despair, she thought of her parents’ joy in Christ and, despite her struggles, eventually trusted Jesus as Savior. Later, she heard a man speak about a people group in China who’d never heard the gospel. She wanted to go there to tell them, but some people discouraged her because of the danger. She went anyway. Together with a young man she met in college and whom she later married, Belle spent the rest of her life taking the gospel to people in China and Thailand. Thousands of people trusted Jesus, and the legacy of this woman, Isobel Kuhn, lives on in those lands.
Who gave a young woman a new life and hope and walked with her as she dealt with difficult life challenges? Jesus.
Are you wondering what life is about? Perhaps questioning your existence? Turn to Christ—“God’s one and only son” (John 3:18) who died for you (Romans 5:8). He loves you enough to provide life that lasts forever (John 3:16). Yes, “whoever believes in [Jesus] the Son has eternal life” (3:36). And when we believe in Him, as Belle did, He will be with us as we face life’s challenges and help us extend His love to others.
By Dave Branon
REFLECT & PRAY
How does God provide purpose for your life? What does it mean for you to find hope in Christ?
Dear Jesus, thank You for the purpose and plans You have for me!
Nicodemus genuinely didn’t understand Jesus’ challenge that only those who were “born again” could see the kingdom of God (John 3:3). The language of rebirth, though it might be familiar to us , was strange to the Pharisee, and his follow-up questions highlight his confusion (v. 4). With great patience, Christ unpacks His meaning for Nicodemus, culminating in verse 16, one of the most dearly loved verses in the Bible. The impact on him is inescapable. He advocated for Jesus to receive a fair hearing (7:50-51) and helped prepare Him for burial (19:39-41). Nicodemus’ fledgling faith in Christ prompted his love for the Savior and challenges us to also extend His love to others.
The Word for You
Sarah Update:
Hi Warriors.......
Activate the prayer warriors (as Dean would say)
Ed Rohrer (Lori's husband) is currently in the hospital with Chest pains. He has not had a heart attack. His medical team wants to
do another catheterization. They are not sure when they will perform the catheterization. Prayers for peace and wisdom for his
medical team
Marilyn Ritter is in the process of moving into Fellowship Manor - Tower, for rehabilitation. Please keep her in your prayers to accept
the life change and may she meet new friends and get involved. Prayers for her family as they help and support this life change.
Terry will be having his port inserted on . Please pray for continual peace for Terry and Jane and steady hands for his
medical team doing the procedure.
Gail Lichtenwalner - prayers for continual healing and patience in allowing the healing process to happen.
I spoke with Bill and Bert Richards , and they are both doing well, and say HI to everyone. They are asking for prayer
for their granddaughter, Kim who has cancer. She is currently having infusions every 6 weeks. She is doing well. Prayers
for peace and strength through this journey
Thank you to all the volunteers that are stepping in to assist with Bread Ministry
Please pray for Robert and Kelly (a couple that comes to Bread Ministry and to our Evening Gatherings) they are in need of
some permanent housing arrangements.
Thank you everyone, for making time to lift these folks up in your prayers.
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