Posted on 01/24/2025 9:47:19 PM PST by Maudeen
I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone: for kings and all those in authority that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. (1 Timothy 2:1-2)
FOR THE WAGES OF SIN IS DEATH, BUT THE FREE GIFT OF GOD IS ETERNAL LIFE IN CHRIST JESUS OUR LORD (Romans 6:23)
Heavenly Father, Oh God, Great and Mighty are You,
Our Hope in You gives us the realization that no day is without meaning or purpose for the believer. But for those who do not believe in Your Son’s death, burial and resurrection, “Where is their hope? Where is their peace? Where is their comfort?”
We live in troubling times in the United States of America. . .our focus is on the mundane, the trivial, the self-gratifying, the evil intentions. . . when the focus should be on You and Your Eternal Plan for our lives.
Please open the floodgates of truth in this country. We pray for both President Trump’s and Vice-President Vance’s discernment about those who serve them and our country. We pray for angels of protection around our President and Vice-President, their families, those seeking Your Will in leadership, the military men and women, defenders of freedom, and Christians standing for Righteousness and Your Principles.
Father God, We pray for your continued uncovering of the plans of those wishing to destroy the very threads of this Republic including the purposeful influx of illegals and criminals in this nation.
Our country has been weakened to the extent that its influence in the world has suffered. We come against the evil that has permeated this country, a country that was birthed to spread the Gospel.
Please continue to provide our President and leaders with the ability to set things right for those who have been victims of all forms of abuse (abortion, physical, sexual, psychological, emotional, and financial; the wrongly incarcerated; victims of storms/fires who were purposely not provided proper care and assistance; educational systems with agendas against Your Will; the pharmaceutical and health care systems and individuals who have unjustly caused death and injury; churches that have lost their way with congregants that have no clue of Your Biblical Truth; and children who have been brought up without the knowledge of Your Love and Saving Grace.
Father God, We know that without the practice of Biblical principles, ours will be a nation without freedom. Jesus said in John 8:31-32, “If you hold to My teachings, you are really My disciples. Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free.”
Please set us free Lord, equipping us with Your Truth to spread throughout our country and the world. For we know ”For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Romans 6:23).
In Jesus Name we pray, AMEN!
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WHY IS THERE SO MUCH EVIL IN THE WORLD? (Excerpt-GotQuestions.com)
Though evil has been rampant throughout history, God has always provided a way of forgiveness and rescue—salvation is always by God’s grace received through faith (Ephesians 2:1–10; Hebrews 11:1, 6; Romans 4). The Bible provides examples of rampant evil and its destructiveness, but also of God’s abundant grace and mercy. Further, the Bible teaches God’s judgment on evil and on those who continue to reject Him (John 3:36; 2 Peter 3).
If evil is so destructive and God has provided a means of rescue, why is there still so much evil in the world today? One reason, of course, is that mankind still has a sinful nature. Another reason is that God is patient. Second Peter 3:9–10 says, “The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. But the day of the Lord will come like a thief. The heavens will disappear with a roar; the elements will be destroyed by fire, and the earth and everything done in it will be laid bare.” God has not yet brought His full judgment against evil because He wants many more people to come to repentance.
In the meantime, Satan still has influence in the world, and our own human hearts still turn against God. Second Corinthians 4:4 explains, “The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ, who is the image of God.” Paul explains how people willingly reject the truth of God and that, “just as they did not think it worthwhile to retain the knowledge of God, so God gave them over to a depraved mind, so that they do what ought not to be done” (Romans 1:28). He also warns, “There will be terrible times in the last days. People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, without love, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, treacherous, rash, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God—having a form of godliness but denying its power. Have nothing to do with such people” (2 Timothy 3:1–5).
Even those who have put their faith in Jesus Christ and been rescued from the penalty of sin still struggle against the sinful nature (Romans 7—8). We still go against God and, as a result, contribute to the problem of evil in the world. God has graciously forgiven us in Jesus Christ and continues to cleanse us from sin (1 John 1:9). Through the work of the Holy Spirit, God also enables us to put our evil deeds to death and live in His ways (Philippians 2:12–13; Ephesians 4:17–32; Colossians 3:1–14; Romans 12:1–2; Hebrews 12:1–2).
Evil will persist until Christ returns, but we can rest assured that God allows no more evil than will ultimately play into His good and perfect purposes. He restrains evil (Job 1—2; 2 Thessalonians 2:6–12). Though God never authors or applauds evil, He is able to use it to His good ends (Romans 8:28–30; James 1:2–4; 1 Peter 1:6–9).
Though the evil in our world can seem overwhelming, it has by no means overcome the goodness of God. God’s children—those who have put their faith in Jesus Christ (John 1:12)—live in this world as ambassadors and lights (2 Corinthians 5:20–21: Matthew 5:13–16). We are tasked with sharing the good news about Jesus with the world (Matthew 28:18–20; Acts 1:8) and demonstrating His character through actively loving others (John 13:34–35; Galatians 6:9–10; 1 John 4:7–12). The Holy Spirit resides in us (Ephesians 1:13–14; 1 John 4:13). Nothing will separate us from God’s love, not even the darkest evil (Romans 8:28–39).
Romans 12 gives advice for how to be a “living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God” (Romans 12:1). As regards evil, we are told, “Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good” (Romans 12:9); “Do not repay anyone evil for evil” (Romans 12:17); and “Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good” (Romans 12:21).
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LET US HOLD TIGHTLY TO THE LORD AS WE WALK THROUGH THE STORMS OF LIFE. WE HAVEN’T BEEN PROMISED A TROUBLE-FREE PASSAGE, BUT WE’RE ETERNALLY SECURE IN OUR SAVIOR WHO LOVES US AND WALKS WITH US THROUGH EVERY TRYING TIME (Charles Stanley)
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WE SHOULD LOOK BEYOND OUR IMMEDIATE CIRCUMSTANCES, REALIZING THAT GOD WORKS WITH A BIG PICTURE IN MIND (Charles Stanley)
Please cover newly confirmed Defense Secretary Hegseth with Your angels and grace. In Jesus’ name. Please divinely prepare Kash Patel, Tulsi Gabbard, RFK Jr. and the others remaining. In Jesus’ name.
I had the privilege of seeing Charles Stanley when he was the guest minister at our church in Florida.
“let us hold tightly to the Lord...” is just what I needed to hear tonight, praying for my daughter, Katy, who is on vacation in Mexico now in a supposedly safe town..
And I thank God for the wonderful election result.
Only GOD can make America Great Again.
May we follow His Commands, so He will forgive and heal or land.
AMEN!!! to all you prayed.
AMEN and AMEN! thank you. Joining in prayer with all.
Amen!
Amen
Father God, help us as individuals and corporately to move away from the darkness.
Help us to repent of our unfaithfulness.
Help us to put You first and in front of our culture.
You have given us a respite in President Trump. Let us celebrate this blessing with You, giving You all the glory.
Amen
Amen.
Amen
Amen !!! <><
Psalm 124
A Song of Ascents. Of David.
1 If it had not been the Lord who was on our side
—let Israel now say—
2 if it had not been the Lord who was on our side,
when our enemies attacked us,
3 then they would have swallowed us up alive,
when their anger was kindled against us;
4 then the flood would have swept us away,
the torrent would have gone over us;
5 then over us would have gone
the raging waters.
6 Blessed be the Lord,
who has not given us
as prey to their teeth.
7 We have escaped like a bird
from the snare of the fowlers;
the snare is broken,
and we have escaped.
8 Our help is in the name of the Lord,
who made heaven and earth.
Amen to your prayers for our nation. Yes Lord Jesus, there is light in the darkness with you. I saw healing and correction in the California meeting with president Trump yesterday.
In Jesus Name we pray
AMEN
God bless your daughter Katy!
I remember back in 2003—just before the Iraq war, when I was in the UAE, and I had many back home praying for my safety. God bless all those who were praying for me back then!
Amen.
Amen.
Amen to your Beautiful, Power-Filled Prayer, Dear Servant of Jesus Christ.
Praying with you in Heartfelt Agreement.
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