IDOK DEVOTION FOR WEDNESDAY, JULY 9, 2008
Please allow a re-run today. Tuesday morning was early out of the house to attend a Memorial Service, then on to gathering materials for a family reunion on Saturday, later grocery shopping, a birthday party in the evening and now home with three young ones for the week. And in all this I started a fresh IDOK but did not get far.
Bernie is scheduled to start chemo treatments tomorrow. Please continue specific prayer for him and Linda.
July 9, 2004
First thing this morning I picked up a little book; we have previously visited it together: God’s Promises to a Woman’s Heart by Jane L. Fryar. I highly value this little book for the promises it contains and for the one who gave it to me. So let me share with you what I read: Vindication – Of all the essential and enriching things you can learn, My daughter, This one is key: Learn righteousness! Not a righteousness arising from the wreckage of excuses and self-deceit. Not an illusion of righteousness, you conjure up from smoke and mirrors and your own imagination. No, learn the righteousness that comes as My gift, that flows from the blood-stained cross of MY SON. In that cross you are righteous, vindicated, victorious!
I also read some in Isaiah this morning just for the sheer pleasure of reading it. Father God is so Awesome in the things He has done and recorded for us…. I hope you are taking advantage of The Written Word and enjoying it more than just what you read on this computer screen.
Then I moved on to Journey and read the saddest words. In the story a young Hindu woman came to America; a woman of Christian faith saw her weekly at the grocery checkout but Jesus was not mentioned. Then the Hindu’s mother died – the woman of Christian faith prayed and the Holy Spirit gave an open door. The saddest words? She gave me her usual warm smile and told me that she had been interested in knowing more about Jesus since she came to America. BUT, as she put it, “NO ONE HAS EVER TOLD ME.” No one had ever told her of RIGHTEOUSNESS – the free gift that flows from the blood-stained cross of the ONE AND ONLY JESUS.
I wonder how guilty I am of this?
Romans 3
9 Well then, are we [Jews] superior and better off than they? No, not at all. We have already charged that all men, both Jews and Greeks (Gentiles), are under sin [held down by and subject to its power and control].
10 As it is written, None is righteous, just and truthful and upright and conscientious, no, not one.
11 No one understands [no one intelligently discerns or comprehends]; no one seeks out God.
12 All have turned aside; together they have gone wrong and have become unprofitable and worthless; no one does right, not even one!
Romans 10
8 But what does it say? The Word (God’s message in Christ) is near you, on your lips and in your heart; that is, the Word (the message, the basis and object) of faith which we preach,
9 Because if you acknowledge and confess with your lips that Jesus is Lord and in your heart believe (adhere to, trust in, and rely on the truth) that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.
Earlier we read the saddest of words and here THE WORDS of eternity!
Bernie is scheduled to start chemo treatments tomorrow. Please continue specific prayer for him and Linda.
July 9, 2004
First thing this morning I picked up a little book; we have previously visited it together: God’s Promises to a Woman’s Heart by Jane L. Fryar. I highly value this little book for the promises it contains and for the one who gave it to me. So let me share with you what I read: Vindication – Of all the essential and enriching things you can learn, My daughter, This one is key: Learn righteousness! Not a righteousness arising from the wreckage of excuses and self-deceit. Not an illusion of righteousness, you conjure up from smoke and mirrors and your own imagination. No, learn the righteousness that comes as My gift, that flows from the blood-stained cross of MY SON. In that cross you are righteous, vindicated, victorious!
I also read some in Isaiah this morning just for the sheer pleasure of reading it. Father God is so Awesome in the things He has done and recorded for us…. I hope you are taking advantage of The Written Word and enjoying it more than just what you read on this computer screen.
Then I moved on to Journey and read the saddest words. In the story a young Hindu woman came to America; a woman of Christian faith saw her weekly at the grocery checkout but Jesus was not mentioned. Then the Hindu’s mother died – the woman of Christian faith prayed and the Holy Spirit gave an open door. The saddest words? She gave me her usual warm smile and told me that she had been interested in knowing more about Jesus since she came to America. BUT, as she put it, “NO ONE HAS EVER TOLD ME.” No one had ever told her of RIGHTEOUSNESS – the free gift that flows from the blood-stained cross of the ONE AND ONLY JESUS.
I wonder how guilty I am of this?
Romans 3
9 Well then, are we [Jews] superior and better off than they? No, not at all. We have already charged that all men, both Jews and Greeks (Gentiles), are under sin [held down by and subject to its power and control].
10 As it is written, None is righteous, just and truthful and upright and conscientious, no, not one.
11 No one understands [no one intelligently discerns or comprehends]; no one seeks out God.
12 All have turned aside; together they have gone wrong and have become unprofitable and worthless; no one does right, not even one!
Romans 10
8 But what does it say? The Word (God’s message in Christ) is near you, on your lips and in your heart; that is, the Word (the message, the basis and object) of faith which we preach,
9 Because if you acknowledge and confess with your lips that Jesus is Lord and in your heart believe (adhere to, trust in, and rely on the truth) that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.
Earlier we read the saddest of words and here THE WORDS of eternity!
Culture, creed, race, philosophy — matters only if it keeps one from saying YES.
But then someone has to tell them… May it be me , may it be you.
10 For with the heart a person believes (adheres to, trusts in, and relies on Christ) and so is justified (declared righteous, acceptable to God), and with the mouth he confesses (declares openly and speaks out freely his faith) and confirms [his] salvation.
Father, thank You for again meeting with us; for again opening Your Word and Your Heart to us and Your Heart is for humanity… Give us such a heart, Father. Some of us have not the gift of evangelism and that You well know as You know with what You have gifted each of us but this I know that You can and You will open doors of ministry for each and everyone of us … You have; forgive us for those we have missed; those when we could have quietly given a Word of encouragement, a word of Praise. And so with that confessed and acknowledged, give us hearts and minds and wills to see those times today that You will grant us the privilege of speaking and living the Righteousness that You by Your Precious Son imparted to us. Lord Jesus, touch people today through me, through us IDOK — sisters and brothers to encourage them and those who have not yet said Yes to You and Your gift of Righteousness. Thank You Father for this reminder, help me to not forget for Jesus sake.
And Abba, we can only amen that four years later. We specifically pray for Bernie that chemo treatments will be successful with a few side effects as possible and with those unavoidable we pray for special grace to bear them. We pray for strength and a full recovery for Bernie and for Linda peace and encouragement. There are others listed here and we are unaware of their specific status at this time, we only know to pray for Your Awesome Presence with them and for their abandonment to Your Will; that will be more than enough. Thank You for Your protection of our IDOK Troops; thank that You are more than enough to care for them. Thank You for watching over Israel. Thank You for Your mercy and grace to America. Thank You for little boys who are 9 now and still give good night hugs and kisses. Thank You for children and grandchildren, for friends, for this great love You give to us. Thank You Daddy God. Thank You for each IDOK; whatever they need in this moment, I ask You to grant it for Jesus Name Sake. Amen and amen. Tye B. Joann. Sheri, Tyler, Hannah. Edie. Ann J. Bernie. Malpas Family. Darlene. Rachel. W C and family. Richard and Emma and family. Chris B. Maggie and Family. Josh. Donnie S. Renee’. Cathy’s friend and son. Odessa H. Kathy S. Glen Beck. Tonya and family. Dall T. Dylan. Marsha’s grand-baby. Kathy N. Kyle A. Joseph Toomey and Family. DeLois. Terri. Kim T. Kevin and the children. Lisa’s Mother. Katelyn (B). Janie B. Pattie S. Vickie. Lisa W. J Lloyd and family. Janet and Steve. Cathy. Toy and family. Caleb and family. Bay and family. Jennifer B. John and Carolyn. Larry and Claudia and family. Taylor & family. David & Allison. Jeanette and Earl and family. Libby and family. Callie. Madie. Ruth. Cynthia. Martha F and Bob. Allyson and Glyn and family. Brittney and Kersten and family. Sharron and family. Sheila and Andy. Carrie and Rachel and Jacob and family. Billy and Gina and boys. Lance and family. Grace and family. Tressa. Brad, Lindsay, Karah and Haley. Chuck. Windy and Jared and families. Helen and Dan and family. Jen and Larry and family. Chad and Brittany and family. Mollie and family. Julia. Bobbie. Tj. Zack. Phillip. Jessica. Larry. Kayla. Trey. Jacob. Ashely. Lance. Candance and Baby. Laura and family. John and Sandy. Bill and Judy. Adam & Family. Andrew. Cindy, Sharron and Tonya’s houses to sell.
Unspoken Requests – situations so close you can only speak to Father about
Every IDOK and every IDOK son and daughter and grandchild.
Every IDOK Pastor and Family. Every IDOK church.
The Peace of Israel
Revival in America.
IDOKs Military Families.
IDOKs Troops (foreign soil) – Ethan. Christopher. Raul. Robert. Billy. Josh. Buddy. Mark. Josh W. James. Bryan. Nick. Brant W. Christopher R. Joshua M. Brent. Drew. Justin G. Kyle N. Michael K. Sgt. Bozicevich. Bay N.
IDOK Troops leaving shortly for foreign soil: Albert R III.
Serving Stateside: Jonathan. Jasmine B. Tommy T. Shaun. Bay. Danny. Tim. Lee. George.
Injured and brought State side: Anthony. Hector
Hospitalized outside USA: Corpl. Light. Bradley T.
Military at home adjusting – Mack. The 226. Troy. Brad. Tommy. Desi. Edward J.Travis N. Hawk. Lyndon A. Jason G.
Civilian in Country – Lee.
As I post this it is 82°F and clear in Al Asad, IQ & the time there is 7:20 AM AST – on July 9 , 2008
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10 For with the heart a person believes (adheres to, trusts in, and relies on Christ) and so is justified (declared righteous, acceptable to God), and with the mouth he confesses (declares openly and speaks out freely his faith) and confirms [his] salvation.
Father, thank You for again meeting with us; for again opening Your Word and Your Heart to us and Your Heart is for humanity… Give us such a heart, Father. Some of us have not the gift of evangelism and that You well know as You know with what You have gifted each of us but this I know that You can and You will open doors of ministry for each and everyone of us … You have; forgive us for those we have missed; those when we could have quietly given a Word of encouragement, a word of Praise. And so with that confessed and acknowledged, give us hearts and minds and wills to see those times today that You will grant us the privilege of speaking and living the Righteousness that You by Your Precious Son imparted to us. Lord Jesus, touch people today through me, through us IDOK — sisters and brothers to encourage them and those who have not yet said Yes to You and Your gift of Righteousness. Thank You Father for this reminder, help me to not forget for Jesus sake.
And Abba, we can only amen that four years later. We specifically pray for Bernie that chemo treatments will be successful with a few side effects as possible and with those unavoidable we pray for special grace to bear them. We pray for strength and a full recovery for Bernie and for Linda peace and encouragement. There are others listed here and we are unaware of their specific status at this time, we only know to pray for Your Awesome Presence with them and for their abandonment to Your Will; that will be more than enough. Thank You for Your protection of our IDOK Troops; thank that You are more than enough to care for them. Thank You for watching over Israel. Thank You for Your mercy and grace to America. Thank You for little boys who are 9 now and still give good night hugs and kisses. Thank You for children and grandchildren, for friends, for this great love You give to us. Thank You Daddy God. Thank You for each IDOK; whatever they need in this moment, I ask You to grant it for Jesus Name Sake. Amen and amen. Tye B. Joann. Sheri, Tyler, Hannah. Edie. Ann J. Bernie. Malpas Family. Darlene. Rachel. W C and family. Richard and Emma and family. Chris B. Maggie and Family. Josh. Donnie S. Renee’. Cathy’s friend and son. Odessa H. Kathy S. Glen Beck. Tonya and family. Dall T. Dylan. Marsha’s grand-baby. Kathy N. Kyle A. Joseph Toomey and Family. DeLois. Terri. Kim T. Kevin and the children. Lisa’s Mother. Katelyn (B). Janie B. Pattie S. Vickie. Lisa W. J Lloyd and family. Janet and Steve. Cathy. Toy and family. Caleb and family. Bay and family. Jennifer B. John and Carolyn. Larry and Claudia and family. Taylor & family. David & Allison. Jeanette and Earl and family. Libby and family. Callie. Madie. Ruth. Cynthia. Martha F and Bob. Allyson and Glyn and family. Brittney and Kersten and family. Sharron and family. Sheila and Andy. Carrie and Rachel and Jacob and family. Billy and Gina and boys. Lance and family. Grace and family. Tressa. Brad, Lindsay, Karah and Haley. Chuck. Windy and Jared and families. Helen and Dan and family. Jen and Larry and family. Chad and Brittany and family. Mollie and family. Julia. Bobbie. Tj. Zack. Phillip. Jessica. Larry. Kayla. Trey. Jacob. Ashely. Lance. Candance and Baby. Laura and family. John and Sandy. Bill and Judy. Adam & Family. Andrew. Cindy, Sharron and Tonya’s houses to sell.
Unspoken Requests – situations so close you can only speak to Father about
Every IDOK and every IDOK son and daughter and grandchild.
Every IDOK Pastor and Family. Every IDOK church.
The Peace of Israel
Revival in America.
IDOKs Military Families.
IDOKs Troops (foreign soil) – Ethan. Christopher. Raul. Robert. Billy. Josh. Buddy. Mark. Josh W. James. Bryan. Nick. Brant W. Christopher R. Joshua M. Brent. Drew. Justin G. Kyle N. Michael K. Sgt. Bozicevich. Bay N.
IDOK Troops leaving shortly for foreign soil: Albert R III.
Serving Stateside: Jonathan. Jasmine B. Tommy T. Shaun. Bay. Danny. Tim. Lee. George.
Injured and brought State side: Anthony. Hector
Hospitalized outside USA: Corpl. Light. Bradley T.
Military at home adjusting – Mack. The 226. Troy. Brad. Tommy. Desi. Edward J.Travis N. Hawk. Lyndon A. Jason G.
Civilian in Country – Lee.
As I post this it is 82°F and clear in Al Asad, IQ & the time there is 7:20 AM AST – on July 9 , 2008
Internet Daughters of the KING
THE WHITE STONE
His Ministry to You
