IDOK DEVOTION FOR THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2009

When we refuse to do what we CAN do, God is not obligated to do the impossible for us.

I think that is not verbatim of what I heard Joyce say today but maybe it is close. I see it like this if we are so lazy or stubborn that we will not do what we CAN to take the best care we can of our spirits, souls and bodies, why should we expect God to perform miracles for us when we get sick or depressed? (Now hear me out here before you think I am being too hard on us. Illness and disease is not always a direct result of what we have on purpose refused to do for ourselves. It can be because of what others have done. Like crop dusting and a host of other harmful chemicals manufactured by man, most with the intention of helping, I think. ) But, as I said if we do not do what we can, is it really faith for us to expect Him to do the impossible for us? That is not to say in His GREAT Grace that He will not, but He may not. He may insist that we walk another path to healing, emotionally and physically. For sure, He expects us to DO what we CAN, rather that expecting Him to do what we WON’T. He expects us to Eat and Drink and Exercise responsibly. Some of us are starting really late here but I do believe He honors and helps and blesses even late starters. Now this is not new counsel, we have been here many, many times. Which I think makes us even more accountable. ABBA, knows I have made resolutions again and again and again and again. Joyce says I have heretofore failed in my good intentions because I have said to myself I will ‘try’. She said as long as our response is ‘I will try’, we will fail. And as I typed those words this Scripture came to mind. Romans 13:14 But clothe yourself with the Lord Jesus Christ (the Messiah), and make no provision for [indulging] the flesh [put a stop to thinking about the evil cravings of your physical nature] to [gratify its] desires (lusts).

Joyce further said, ‘if you let a piece of pie boss you around’, and to be honest I don’t remember the rest of the quote, but I get it! Don’t you?

I get that when I am confronted with right, holy and good counsel that I have the God given ability to DO and I say ‘I will try’, I am in that moment providing myself with the option to NOT do it! In that very moment I made provision for my flesh to boss me around, instead of obeying My Messiah. And in addition to that I just sent an invitation to Satan to come beat up on me and shove me around. How stupid is that!?

DADDY GOD, we are so accustom to saying I will try and have even on many occasions said I will do and then have not, that we are uneasy about saying it again. Help us throw off that fear and that guilt and trust You today for today. As I write this, this ‘today’ is far spent already. It is late in the day to begin, but that is just a tired, worn out excuse; an excuse that I am refusing right now. I am excited to see just how much You and I can accomplish before bed time and how much will be accomplished on the day this reaches our IDOKs’ screens. Thank You for the plans You have for us. Thank You for this Word for us. Thank You that You bless late arrive-rs. Thank You, I remember that Scripture when You told that story. You rewarded the laborers that came early and those that came late You are so AWESOME. .

We commend these listed here to You. They need Your help today and I know You are willing and so we are waiting to hear and see what You do in and through them.

We pray for the peace of Israel and I am again renewing my prayer for the cleansing of Washington and all 50 States; praying too for the poor and needy children around the world that we will do what we CAN do and see You do what You desire to do. And I pray for the privileged children here in the United States that You will protect them, tender their hearts and rescue them from falling victim to having so much they become greedy and discontent. Encourage us in these times, give us eyes to see the great opportunities that these times are generating for us. Help us believe that in You we are more than conquerors. Help us rejoice in times like these and know that we are here for Your Glory. Prosper us so we can give to others. Amen and amen.

A SPECIFIC UNSPOKEN. Unspoken Requests – situations so close you can only speak to Father about. Irene C. Kim T and her parents. Martha McC. Cathie R’s Family. Tamra and Family. Rachel and family. Joe and Rose. Emily. Stellan. Chandler. Mrs. Walker. Christopher H and his family. Darlene’s Sister. Mr. Matthews. Tammy B and Family. Jackie K. Brian T. Ricky M. Chloe Melissa. Linda and Family. Joe. Michael H. Linda W. Debbie W. Mike and Vickie. Natalie. Kathy and family. Tommy and Raye. Doug. Frank. Jeanette. Francis T. Cathy T. Jacqueline and Sons (River and Jackson). Emily. Walt. Phillip. Margie and Craig. Sandra. Terry and family. Dot B. Julia O. Ann C. Stan and Jowanna and Family. Carolyn. Mary. Mabel. Amy, Kevin and Girls. Joan. Kimberly. Shay and Emma’s Kids (orphanage in Zambia) Ministry. Susan D. Melissa and daughters. Jason A and his mother. Wayne B. Melinda H. Trisha. Brennan and his family. Joshua. Branson. The O’Brien family. Kim and her Fiancee. Jonathan. Mabel’s Aunt Lou. Heather and Brandon. Darlene and Torkel. W C and family. Maggie and Family. Joseph Toomey and Family. DeLois. Katelyn (B). Janie B. Vickie. J Lloyd and family. Janet and Steve. Cathy. Bay and family. John and Carolyn and Family. Larry and Claudia and family. Jeanette and Earl and family. Callie. Ruth. Cynthia. Martha F and Bob. Allyson and Glyn and family. Brittney and Kersten 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. Mollie and family. Julia. Bobbie. Erin. Alan. Tj. Zack. Phillip. Jessica. Larry. Lance. Candance and Family. Laura and family. John and Sandy. Bill and Judy. Andrew and Daughters. Lee. Sharron and family, Linda and family, Bev and Family, Mollie B. Friends at work.

Public and Private School Teachers.

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.

ABBA, I am posting this here in prayer as a daily prayer and I am praying as pure in motive as I know how today, asking that You by whatever ways and means You choose, see to the removal from office of every elected Official in Washington and all 50 States that is not sensitive to and is not inclined to work to preserve Judaeo-Christian values and the Constitution of this Nation in its Original Intent. Lord, I am so sorry that many (and thank You not all) offices of this Nation are filled with corrupt, reprobate-minded people who have no regard for You or Your Word and if I have done anything that has contributed to the election of these people, please forgive me and stop me from any further actions that will damage and bring this Nation to complete ruin. I pray Holy Spirit that You will stir the hearts and prayers of enough people to bring this Nation to repentance and will clean and cleanse the offices and the Officials of this Nation. Father God, please have mercy on us. Lord Jesus, clean Washington even as You did the Temple if need be. Amen and amen.

IDOKs Military Families.

IDOKs Troops (foreign soil) – Ethan. Christopher. Raul. Robert. Billy. Buddy. Mark. Josh W. James. Bryan. Nick. Brant W. Christopher R. Joshua M. Brent. Drew. Justin G. Michael K. Sgt. Bozicevich. Bay N. T. Palin. Richard M. Bobby G. (added 12/16/08) Tommy T. Chad B (3/2009) Kyle N. (3/26). Jessica D. (4/09)

IDOK Troops leaving shortly for foreign soil: Brandon B.

Serving Stateside: Jonathan. Jasmine B. Shaun. Bay. Danny. Lee. George. Travis N. Hawk. Justin G.

Injured: Lukas S. (11/30/08)

Military at home, specifically those emotional-spirit wounds that only God and Time can heal – Adam M. (great news, not only is Adam at home he is getting married!!!) Captain Tran. Josh. John L.

As I post this it is 79°F and light haze in Kuwait, KW (Airport) and the time there is 6:11 AM AST on April 30, 2009.