Let Us Pray

Hi Friends,


There is so much taking place in our world these days. Although the present events from the news headlines may be alarming and/or frightening to some,  nothing happening today is new to our world.  War is not new; poverty is not new; nuclear concerns is not new; race relations is not new, Women's rights issues not new; humanitarian crisis not new; War on drugs not new; catastrophic weather, also not new.


I enjoy listening to Public Radio and Public TV news/documentaries because you get to hear and see things on a personal everyday life level that are not covered by mainstream media.  One such coverage that I watched recently is about women and little girls in Syria during this war that witness their fathers, brothers, uncles being murdered and then they are taken away as sex slaves.  The one that is so disturbing is an 11 year old girl that was rescued however she is SOOOO traumatized that she refuses to speak or even eat..... Lord Have Mercy.


My heart is just so overwhelmed right now, because We are I am so spoiled with the comforts of life. If we just take the time to listen and watch what people are existing through, we have no problems really.....


Can we take the focus from ourselves today and pray for our world and our fellow human beings that are really suffering today?  I just feel that there are a few people crying out to the true and living God for help, desperate for relief, in some way or the other. Can we pray for those who have sacrificed the comforts of life to seek out and help our fellow humans suffering in one way or the other?  Can we also make the sacrifice at this time to support financially an organization or two that is helping meet the desperate needs of our fellow humans around the world?

Let us Pray....


Our loving Father, we know that you see and hear the desperate cry of your people. We know you care, and we know you love.  We know that because you have given us the freedom of choice and some will chose evil rather than good; and we know and believe that you will fulfill your promise to destroy all wicked, evil, and sin once and for all, and that we will inherit a new life with no more suffering, sin, evil and the desire for disobedience. Thank you for dying for us so that when you come back, those of us who believe and accept will have the rights to your promise and enter in the eternal rest and place that you have prepared for us. 

Have mercy on our world Lord, we pray that more will believe in you and learn to know and trust you, The true and Living God, even during these uncertain, difficult and trying times.  We pray that our lives will be of influence  for your Kingdom wherever we find ourselves.  We pray that we will find ways to help those in need around us whenever we see a need and even seek out ways in which to help. We pray that you will equip us and prepare us to be your helpers in the Mighty Name of Jesus we pray....Amen.

These Days

Can evil become any more evil?  When you think the worst of the worst could happen, you recover from one tragedy, here comes another.

Have you ever wondered, Lord where are you?  How can you allow such a murderous actions to happen to your Children? in Your house of worship?!

What about the passing of laws that contradict God's institution of Marriage?

I would say these are fair questions that we should not be afraid, or shy away to ask our King.

One thing we need to remember is that there is a Battle taking place between Good and Evil. The excerpt below from The Great Controversy by Ellen White offers some helpful insight on what is taking place today and why...

The great controversy between good and evil will increase in intensity to the very close of time. In all ages the wrath of Satan has been manifested against the church of Christ; and God has bestowed His grace and Spirit upon His people to strengthen them to stand against the power of the evil one. When the apostles of Christ were to bear His gospel to the world and to record it for all future ages, they were especially endowed with the enlightenment of the Spirit. But as the church approaches her final deliverance, Satan is to work with greater power. He comes down "having great wrath, because he knoweth that he hath but a short time." Revelation 12:12. He will work "with all power and signs and lying wonders." 2 Thessalonians 2:9. For six thousand years that mastermind that once was highest among the angels of God has been wholly bent to the work of deception and ruin. And all the depths of satanic skill and subtlety acquired, all the cruelty developed, during these struggles of the ages, will be brought to bear against God's people in the final conflict. And in this time of peril the followers of Christ are to bear to the world the warning of the Lord's second advent; and a people are to be prepared to stand before Him at His coming, "without spot, and blameless." 2 Peter 3:14. At this time the special endowment of divine grace and power is not less needful to the church than in apostolic days.  Through the illumination of the Holy Spirit, the scenes of the long-continued conflict between good and evil have been opened to the writer of these pages. From time to time I have been permitted to behold the working, in different ages, of the great controversy between Christ, the Prince of life, the Author of our salvation, and Satan, the prince of evil, the author of sin, the first transgressor of God's holy law. Satan's enmity against Christ has been manifested against His followers.

Prayer: Lord have mercy on our souls. We desire to draw closer to you to get to know you and your word more than ever before; we recognize there are bold distractions and subtle distractions. We recognize evil, we recognize deficit in morality and blatant disregard for your instructions and commands in our World.  We ask that you be our guide as we aspire to live your way, we ask that you keep us grounded and focused.  Let your testimonies and praise never cease from our lips. Protect us from all Evil and save us in your Kingdom as you have promised when you come is my prayer in Jesus name. Amen.

Dreaming Again

What do you do when a desire dream is elusive? I've had a specific dream for some time that appears so elusive.  I've been discouraged, hopeful, discouraged again, hopeful once more, annoyed, confused, withdrawn, fearful, optimistic and the cycle of emotions continue to rotate.

I heard a message this week at church once more on Faith, and was reminded that... without faith it is impossible to please [God], for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him Hebrews 11:6.


God it is my desire to please you. I know that I am not right all the time and my actions and attitude are not always right. But I'm even more thankful that you look beyond my actions and attitude and know that my heart/mind/soul desires is to love you, live for you and please you. I've been discouraged yet somehow hopeful that you will bring to pass this dream. I trust that you have already established it, perfected it and is bringing it to pass. I believe my testimony and account will be to your Names Honor and Glory and Praise. I believe your word that there is no good thing that you will withhold from those who walk confidently with you.  Lord you have been blessing me beyond measure, you have been protecting me like a treasure, you have been sustaining me like a tower; God let your glory reign in my life and in the desires of my heart. Thank you FOREVER........In the Mighty Name of Jesus I pray Amen.

Affirmation in 3Dimensions

This morning I've been receiving words of affirmation from left and right; up and down.  The first was an E-mail to me that included several Managers thanking me for something I did yesterday.  After I responded and said "You're welcome" One of the Managers wrote my last name  Favor rules!!!, My Manager chimed in to confirm that she does rule with a little humor chimed in.

A little after that I got a phone call from a colleague in a different Division, who  called just to tell me how "STUNNING" I looked at a function we had at work yesterday.  Other words used were blown away, beautiful.

A few moments after that I got a text message from a potential suitor saying " enjoy this day...let the sun sine on you today."

Lord you know how much I needed to be encouraged and re affirmed today. Thank you for your spirit of light that illuminates around me so that others see your beauty radiating through me.  Thank you for your spirit of patience and diligence that allows me to go beyond myself even when annoyed to provide excellent service and be a resource to those around me.  Thank you for your blessings and words that affirm what you already told me and what you are teaching me.  I appreciate you and I continue to surrender all to you. Not my will Lord, but yours be done in my life, In Jesus name I pray Amen.

What a Week

I had a ROUGH week. I've been so disturbed I didn't even get to write and wrap up on the Spirit Health series as I intended to do this week.

God only you see and know all about it. You are omniscient, omnipresent the beginning and the end. The attacks I faced this week is too much. Why God? Is this a test? Is this a trial?  Is this an attack from principalities and powers you spoke about in your word?  Whatever the answer is I need your grace to sooth my heart/mind and soul.  Balm in Gilead, anoint me with your oil and give me what I stand in need of most.  Help me Jehovah, give me a heart that will forgive even when it seems so hard to do. Break every chain of oppression, control and attacks that the enemy of my has set up for me.  I am weak but you are Mighty. Almighty King help me to sing and Praise your name forever more.

A Heart That Forgives (Kevin Lavar)

Our World

Dear Lord,

I thank you for bringing me through the Month of February.  There were more joys than sorrows and even in the sorrows I praise you because you are a comforter. You certainly know how to wipe tears and bring joy.

I pray today for my brothers and sisters in the eastern region of the world. Refugees fleeing from war, Individuals oppressed by Government, I cry out to you for the human lives in Syria, Sudan, Iraq, Ukraine, North Korea, Congo and all the nations where there is suffering and oppression. People fleeing for their lives, starvation, dehydration, malnutrition, sickness, debase sanitary conditions.  Lord have Mercy please. 

Dispatch your ministering Angels from heaven to attend.  Please allow favor for organizations and establishments with aid and relief to reach those who need them. Remove all barriers and obstacles in Jesus Name.

You see in Heaven the atrocities, Lord only you know.  Please hear my cry today for those who can no longer cry, hear my cry today for those who are too weak, hear my cry today for those who have lost hope.

You are Great and you are God Almighty.  We know that when you decide it is finished, and you have pronounced your final judgment all oppressors will receive their reward and all oppressed will receive their reward.

I don't take my blessings for granted.  I'm grateful Lord because I'm covered.  Have mercy on the Human Race is my prayer today In Jesus Name.

 

My Season

Dear Jesus,

I want to thank you for being so gracious and kind to me.  You love me so much so that sometimes I feel guilty because I can do and be so much better. But I am so grateful that your love is not conditional.  Your love is not based on my actions, words or deeds. Your love is pure and true.  I am so secure and content in my surroundings and your provision. You have been Faithful.

There is a resonate feeling that I have been sensing lately.  I am convicted that this is my season. You have greater things in store for me and I just smile with a reassured spirit, knowing and anticipating your move.  I am watching you work, I know that I know that I know that I know, I am BLESSED; Every day of my life I am blessed.  When I wake up in the morning till I lay my head and rest, I am blessed, I am blessed.

God I am prepared and ready for where you are taking me. No weapon or principalities or powers of darkness has no share, no part, no authority to distract, delay or deny what you have spoken, established and provided for me.  Lord I thank you, God I give you praise.  You are worthy.  Hallelujah, Glory and Honor, be unto you for ever and ever. AMEN. 

Thank you Jesus.

I am Blessed and Highly Favored.

A New Season

Hello Friends,

I am returning from a one week 'vacation' from work since the New Year started.  I didn't go any where or do any thing extra special as most would consider a vacation.  I spent the week at home, went shopping a couple days, had lunch with mom a couple days, lounged around the house, got my hair braided (kinky twist) went to Church and had a great relaxing time.

Want to take this time to welcome all my new readers/followers.  Thank you and Welcome!!!

Praying that you will be reassured by the word of God this year, that no matter what challenges/difficulties you may face in the days to come  know that "The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms" Deut: 33:27 (KJV)

Love You,

Highly Favored

You've Been Faithful

My father, My Creator, God of Heaven and Earth, as we draw to the close of another calendar year, I am so thankful to you for your continued faithfulness in my life. Words cannot seem to quench my appetite in offering my thanks to you. 

You have kept my resources afloat, you have promoted me, you have kept me in good health, you have blessed my Mother in a remarkable way.  You continue to to be our guide, provider, protector, lover, friend...Our everything.  Thank you Jesus, thank you Daddy... Thank you Thank you Thank Yooooouuuuu!

As I approach this new year, there is this deep seated expectancy that I sense and I get exticed just thining about how you are going to bless me and answer my prayer.  I don't know what you have in store for me, but I know you are going to make me smile and continue to declare that My God is Awesome. 

Lord I love you more than anything else, I want to be saved in your kingdom.  I want to inherit the gift of eternal life when you return to earth to take us home.  I want to recieve your seal of salvation as the signs of the times we are living in point to your soon return.  Father please save me, please forgive me of all my sins.  Thank you for your faithfulness to me. I look forward to being even more faithful to you by investing more in our relationship.

In Jesus name I pray.  AMEN

For You

The words to the prayer below inspires me and I hope it will inspire, encourage and uplift you too...

My Prayer for You

May God remember you like Noah,

Favor you like Moses,

Honor you like Mary,

Fight for you like the Israelites,

Prosper you like Isaac,

Promote you like Joseph,

Intervene for you like Ester,

Protect you like Daniel,

Use you like Paul,

Heal you like Naaman,

Answer you like Elijah,

Anoint you like David,

Keep you safe like Shadrach, Meshack and Abednego

Amen!

This is my Cry_This is my Plea

I feel so left out and abandoned.  Why not me Lord?  I know that you have not forsaken me, I know that you love me but there is this one thing that seems to be out of my reach.  I've prayed and cried, cried and prayed and you have been silent on this matter.  Is it me?  what is it that is blocking?  You said in your word  that you desire that I should prosper and I am convinced that you mean I should not only prosper in material things but emotionally, socially and relationally as well.  I trust you God,  I believe you, reveal any flaws that I need to change, anything that stands in my way that his holding back this blessing I bind in the name of Jesus Christ, Father I ask you to reverse every curse, every stumbling block, every shadow of doubt.  I ask you to release from the storehouse of heaven what I stand in desire of.... A Husband the one selected by you and will be sent by you.  You said if our earthy father knows how to give good gifts How much more my Heavenly Father.  God you said there isn't any good thing that you will withhold from those who love you and keep your commands.  Please continue to uphold me, please continue to teach me, please continue to have mercy upon me Oh God my Strength and my Redeemer.

Not About Me

Sometimes I am unable to pray.  I think about talking to God and wanting to be closer in relationship with Him but sometimes there is a valley that I experience and the longer I take to start reading His word again and have consistent prayer the more guilty I feel and the more I stay away. 

This week the the Holy Spirit revealed to me that I worship God and acknowledge Him because of who HE is, not because of how right/wrong, righteous/unrighteous, worthy/unworthy, guilty/free I feel. I worship God because Worship is all about acknowledging HIM as Creator, Lord of lords and King of kings.  The frame of mind that I am In does not change those facts. As a result there is no need for me to feel that valley of guilt when I need to talk to my God even though I have not been purposeful in attending to our relationship.  He remains 'I AM' irrespective of anything else and for that He will always accept me as I acknowledge Him,  Praise Him and be mindful of Him; why? He is worthy to be Praised. 

 My favorite: Psalm 19

The heavens declare the glory of God;
And the firmament shows His handiwork.
² Day unto day utters speech,
And night unto night reveals knowledge.
³ There is no speech nor language
Where their voice is not heard.
⁴ Their line^[a] has gone out through all the earth,
And their words to the end of the world.

In them He has set a tabernacle for the sun,
⁵ Which is like a bridegroom coming out of his chamber,
And rejoices like a strong man to run its race.
⁶ Its rising is from one end of heaven,
And its circuit to the other end;
And there is nothing hidden from its heat.

⁷ The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul;
The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple;
⁸ The statutes of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart;
The commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes;
⁹ The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever;
The judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether.
¹⁰ More to be desired are they than gold,
Yea, than much fine gold;
Sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb.
¹¹ Moreover by them Your servant is warned,
And in keeping them there is great reward.

¹² Who can understand his errors?
Cleanse me from secret faults.
¹³ Keep back Your servant also from presumptuous sins;
Let them not have dominion over me.
Then I shall be blameless,
And I shall be innocent of great transgression.

¹⁴ Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart
Be acceptable in Your sight,
O Lord, my strength and my Redeemer.

When I look back I thank God because HE had something better in store for me

I got an unexpected yet highly expected surprise yesterday.  I discovered that someone I had admired, hoped for, like and respect is engaged and will be getting married.  The title of this post gives some hidden reference to a related post I wrote about this person last year.

I am genuinely happy for him because he is a respectable and nice person.  Just disappointed that that I was not the chosen one. 

I am waiting Lord, you have been so faithful to me, you have given me all that I need but this want that I have has been delayed.  Is it your desire for me to be married to a Godly, respectful, ambitious, handsome loving Man?  It is my desire to be united in Marriage and have children, now I don't see any prospects as the one I hoped for is no longer available.

By Faith I declare that you Lord God Almighty have something better in store for ME.

Thank You Jesus

In the year 2011.....

 I thank you for being:

A deliverer for my Family
Our Provider
My Lover
My Strong Tower
Miracle Worker
Healer
Patient with me
My Sustainer

God, you have been all that and more for me.  I thank you, I love you, I appreciate you, You are the Great I AM, the Bright and Morning Star. The Greatest Lover of ALL.

This has been an exceptional 12 months; You have given me many testimonies. I look forward to continued growth in my walk and relationship with you.

I Love you Jesus

Lord Your Holy

My God is truly a deliverer.  I just want to say Thank You! My Heart Cry's Thank YOU UUU

Song By Helen Baylor: Lord Your Holy

Wonderful, Glorious, Holy, and Righteous, Victorious, Conqueror, Triumphant and Mighty
Healer, Deliverer, Shield and Defense; Strong Tower and My Best Friend
He's Omnipotent, Omnipresent Soon Coming King
Alpha, Omega, Lord of everything...............Holy, holy, holy is Your Name

There's not enough words that I can say
To tell you how much I appreciate
All the wonderful things You've given me
Your loving kindness
Your tender mercies
It's my desire to praise You
And tell you how much I love You
You're worthy of all the honor
Lord You're worthy of all the praise

Who Hooo

I'm so happy to log in and see that I have my first follower!  What a Blessing to have 'Blessing O' to be my first interested reader.  I am now so happy.....thanks Blessing. 

I'ts just so coincidental that I was going to write a blog on who will be the first to officially follow me and to my surprize.  Anyway, welcome to you and all the others who will "Follow me" in the future!

I am feeling a little sad that I did not spen quality time with God this weekend.  But I will not allow any guilt over  my lack of not spending time with Him to seperate me from approaching my father.  I just wan't my life to be a complete sacrifice of praise.

Trust and Never Doubt

The title of this post is inspired by a song that I don't know the official title of but somewhere in the chorus it says


Trust and never doubt, Jesus will surley bring you out, He Never Failed you me yet.  My family face some trials and situations that we need God's divine favor to come through for us again.  Situations like these remind me of the children of isreal who were taken out of Egypt and then "wondered" through the wilderness before the got to the promised land.  During the wilderness experience God provided for their every need and fought off their enemies.  Please join me in petitioning our  Father God to continue to release His favor over the life of my family and that he will continue to favor us, deliver us, use us and fight our battles.   Victory is ours in Jesus Name Amen.

The Wonder of IT All

Today is a wonderful day.  I am so secure in my Savious love and protection.  Lord, I thank you for taking such good care of me.  I thank you for your Grace and Mercy.  As the song says, When I think of the goodness of Jesus, and all He has done for me.  I get excited, I feel dancing in my feet, I feel clapping in my hands. My desire is to please God and to honor, rightly represent Him by bing obedient, respectful and having a servanthood response to life.  Not to be served but to serve those who God places in my life. 

Song:
"Make me a servant Humble and meek
Lord let me lift up those who are weak
And may the prayers of my heart always be
Make me a servant Make me a servant
Make me a servant today."

Hear My Prayers Oh LORD

Why should I feel discouraged? Why should the shadows come... Why should my heart feel lowly. Jesus is my portion, a constant Friend is He. 


I'm on the winning side.  We shall overcome.  I know my Redeemer Lives. 


Dear Jesus,


You know all about my situation.  I have been so bruised and battered by trials in this life but I testify that You have been my Shield and Strong defense.  You have never left my side.  Please create in me a clean, patient, sensitive heart and renew a right spirit within me.  Help me to honor and uphold the dearest in my life.  help us to get through.  Please remember us, fight for us, please defend and deliver us and let our joy be continually full in our hearts.  In Jesus Name......Amen.

My Hearts Desires

04/29/2011

It is my hearts desire to please God and to live a life of honor, respect and allegiance to my King, the God of heaven and Earth, the creator and ruler of all.  I am so honored to be loved and cared for by Him. I consider his love such a privilege and honor. Thank you Jesus for Loving me so much. 

As I watched the Fairy Tale wedding of Kate and William this morning, my heart was filled with joy and I could sence the level of peace and comfort they shared with each other.  I admired the simple elegance of the Wedding.  There is something breathtaking about simple elegance, something almost to the sort of reverence.  May their union be blessed with patience, peace, joy and fulfillment as they journey on in service.

I look forward to the day when I will join my God chosen prince to share all of lifes joys, challenges and priases to our Heavenly King.