BETTER

Mark 6:46 

And when He had sent them away, He departed to the mountain to pray.

The prayer life of Jesus is a lesson rich and instructive for all,

It's the greatest story of prayer I have read; none other can I recall.

When His tasks for the day were over, he climbed the mountain to pray,

And poured out His heart to the Father in a place alone, far away. 

When the pressures of life are upon us, do we take them to God in prayer?

Do we secretly ask such questions: Does God really care?

We are assured as we read God's Word that our heavenly Father sees,

Come to Him in prayer; He will certainly answer and your burden ease. (RP)

We are thankful that last night was better for Margie. She did get to sleep. Thanks for your prayers for her. We were privileged again to have our son and grandson here and we enjoyed having lunch with them. I still have frozen stuffed bell peppers in the freezer, and they gave us a nice meal, along with other things Margie fixed. Today, Lord willing, we attend morning worship service at Hovander Park in Ferndale. We trust your day goes well. 

WHAT A NIGHT!

For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world, and loses his own soul? Mark 8:36

Some mind sets are focused on money alone, and all they can get here on earth,

Their only concern is what they possess, and tell others how much they are worth.

God snaps us to attention with one verse from the Book; what profit is this for you?

If gaining the world and losing your soul is all,is there something left for you to do?

There really is something, and Jesus explains: Receive Me for life eternal right now.

And when you do this, forsaking you sin, He forgives, and before Him you will bow. (RP)

Margie could not sleep so went into the family room to her lift chair. I also went to my Lazy Boy chair to be near her. She was complaining of her heart hurting. She took some over the counter help for that and eventually slept. But it was a poor night, to be sure. We pray it will improve tonight.  Thanks for praying. 

AGAIN

Therefore comfort each other and edify one another, just as you also are doing. 1 Thessalonians 5:11

We may wonder how we can obey this verse; we need help to learn how,

Just go to the Lord in prayer and ask Him to give you wisdom right now. 

Each one of us can edify others,saying things that encourage and bless,

Keep at it each day and build that special one up, and never digress.

I think you are doing this right; it seems like you have tried and won,

Keep it up and improve your work; and stay faithful til your work is done. (RP)

Unfortunately Margie had another bad start to her night. She could not sleep. She went into the family room and rested in her lift chair for a long time. Eventually she was able to return to her bed. It seems from there it went okay. As I write this she is still in bed, and that is good. She has such a hard time with sleep. Yesterday's trip to the dentist went well. He put in a temporary filling until she can return for a regular appointment. Thanks for praying.

DENTIST

Moreover, as for me, far be it from me that I should sin against the LORD in ceasing to pray for you; but I will teach you the good and the right way.1Sa 12:23

From this we see the power of prayer as we intercede for souls,

The prophet thought it sin indeed to cease to pray for men.

Can we do less than follow his steps?And do it over and over again? (RP)

Margie got a surprise when a large filling fell out of her tooth yesterday morning. Fortunately we were able to get an appointment this afternoon. The only negative about this is, it breaks into our afternoon prayer meeting.  But that is the way things go. Thanks for praying. 

BETTER

1 Thessalonians 5:18 

In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.

We are prone to be thankless in so many things and most of you will agree.

He does not ask us to be thankful FOR these things, but IN them; do you see.

God's will for us is to be thankful, in the trials we face every day,

What a joy it is to be thankful, and from the heart His will obey. (RP)

Thanks for praying. Margie had a good night. Yesterday was a busy day but she managed to keep going and at night slept well. We are thankful. Today is another full day. Thanks for praying

PRAYER REQUEST

I John 5:12 

He who has the Son has life; he who does not have the Son of God does not have life.

The gospel message is so plain, John gives it to us here,

It is not hard to understand for it is very clear.

If you have the Son you are safe for sure,

Eternal life is yours and your future is secure.

I plead with you if you do not have the Son,

Believe in Jesus and the victory's won. (RP)

Please pray for Margie. She is having serious problems with sleep.  Last night she was awake until about 3 or 4 this morning. She has tried about everything. She was so discouraged this morning with her sleeplessness. We thank you for praying about this. 

HOPEFUL

Proverbs 4:7

Wisdom is the principal thing;Therefore get wisdom. And in all your getting, get understanding.

There are many important things in the world; wisdom tops them all,

It matters not who you are, because this is for the great and small.

We are admonished to get wisdom;we should pursue it now,

When we get wisdom, understanding comes, this God does allow.

Wisdom means we do it God's way, and this is the best way to go,

And because He gives understanding, this too helps us grow. (RP)

I am hopeful now that I am on the mend. We did attend church yesterday. It was great to be there. So many approached us assuring of their prayers and interest. WE spent a very quiet day at home, gladly. Our son was here until Sunday morning, then returned home. His presence here was a blessing to us. He did many things for us which helped, given my weakness. Thanks so much for praying.