Cast Your Burden to the Lord

March 31, 2014 - Cast Your Burden to the Lord – Manna by Dorothy Callies

Psalm 55:22, KJV “Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and He shall sustain thee: He shall never suffer (let) the righteous to be moved.” NLT, “Give your burdens to the Lord, and he will take care of you. He will not permit the godly to slip and fall.”

Even Peter encourages us to “Give all your worries and cares to God, for He cares about what happens to you” (1Pet.5:7 NLT). When we carry our worries, stresses, and daily struggles by ourselves, it shows that we have not trusted God fully with our lives. God spoke to my heart to share with you that we sometimes don’t realize that we are carrying our burdens upon ourselves.

The word, cast means to throw is like ‘to cast a stone’ or is like ‘to cast a fishing line.’ The word, throw means to send through the air is like ‘a ball we threw over the fence.’ So God is asking us to “throw all your worries and cares unto the Lord.” Let’s pretend that you have a ball into your hands, and we look at the ball and say, “I put all my worries and problems and sicknesses into the ball and now I am throwing the ball unto the Lord’s hands and He will catch it.” In the name of Jesus I will learn to “commit everything I do to the Lord. I will trust Him, and He will help me.” (ref. Ps.37:5)

Praise the Lord! It takes our humble hearts to recognize that God does cares. We need to admit our needs and let God have our anxieties and learn to submit our circumstances to the Lord who controls circumstances. Trust God who supports you to carry your cares, worries, and problems. Remember to “throw your burden to the Lord.” Why? It is because He cares for you.”

Song: Burdens Are Lifted at Calvary

1. Days are filled with sorrow and care,

Hearts are lonely and drear;

Burdens are lifted at Calvary,

Jesus is very near.

Chorus:

Burdens are lifted at Calvary,

Calvary, Calvary,

Burdens are lifted at Calvary,

Jesus is very near.

2. Cast your burden on Jesus today,

Leave your worry and fear;

Burdens are lifted at Calvary,

Jesus is very near. (Then chorus)

3. Troubled soul, the Savior can see,

Every heartache and tears;

Burdens are lifted at Calvary,

Jesus is very near. (Then chorus)

(John M. Moore, Sing His Praise)

Believe and You Shall Have

March 29-30, 2014 - Believe and You Shall Have – Manna by Dorothy Callies

Mark 11:24, NKJV Jesus said, “Therefore I say to you, whatever things you ask when you pray, believe that you receive them, and you will have them.” 

The Lord lay on my heart to start the prayer chains through the emails. If you have an urgent need that you want to add your name and prayer request, I’ll be happy to do that and send out to those who are willing to pray. The list will go to the blog on Deaf Prayer Partners Lifeline so everyone could see to pray or print out the copy. My goal is to type the healing scriptures on top of the prayer request as often as I can. I will quote the scripture and sing a song over the prayer request when I enter the Presence of the Lord. I will allow the Holy Spirit to lead me whatever deem necessary such as intercession, claim the healing verses and/or enter against the spiritual warfare. 

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Believing that receives is not something humanly produced; rather, it is a believing faith that God Himself put into the believer’s heart. Sometimes the fulfillment which true faith desires is granted immediately; at other times it is not. Yet God gives the faith that the prayer has been heard and the request will be granted.

His close presence and our obedience to His Word are important and our deep faith in Christ. One time Albert Jones gave a testimony that one time he lost his patience and ask God why He didn’t heal his eyes right away. God spoke to his heart to allow Him to mold his character and to develop the spiritual fruit of longsuffering which is long patience. Every morning, he would quote the scripture and sing song to the Lord and listen to the Lord explaining to him the meaning of the verses that he had memorized many years before. He could not read the Bible as He used to. So through the year, he enters into the Presence of the Lord and yield himself to Him. Gradually, his right eye improved to where he now could read big print.

This is where I am learning to enter into His Presence with quoting scriptures and with singing over the prayer request. At times, Tony and I would have personal Communion with the Lord; remember His Calvary, prayer for us and our friends. There would be various songs whatever the Holy Spirit would leads. There are several songs about the healing.

What touches my heart when I started to pray over the requests was the song called, Burdens are Lifted at Calvary. Oh! When Holy Spirit leads, the song seems to bring the radiant of healing power over requests through the anointing of Holy Spirit.

Song: Burdens Are Lifted at Calvary

Cast your care on Jesus today, Leave your worry and fear;

Burdens are lifted at Calvary, Jesus is very near.

Burdens are lifted at Calvary, Calvary, Calvary;

Burdens are lifted at Calvary, Jesus is very near.

(John M. Moore, Sing His Praise)

The Word of God Stands

March 27-28, 2014 - The Word of God Stands – Manna by Dorothy Callies

Isaiah 40:8, KJV “The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever.”

Reading from Isaiah 40:6-8, NLT “A voice said, “Shout!” I asked, “What should I shout?” Shout that people are like the grass that dies away. Their beauty fades as quickly as the beauty of flowers in a field. The grass withers, and the flowers fade beneath the breath of the Lord. And so it is with people. The grass withers, and the flowers fade, but the word of our God stands forever.”

People are compared to grass and flowers that wither away. The word, wither means to lose liveliness, force, or freshness and to shrivel from or as if from loss of bodily moisture and especially sap like the crops withered during the drought. We are mortal, a human being and certain to die. But God’s Word is eternal and never-failing. Public opinion changes all the times and is not reliable, but God’s Word is constant. Only in God’s eternal Word we will find lasting solutions to our problems and needs.

Reading from 1 Peter 1:24-25, NLT “For you have been born again. Your new life did not come from your earthly parents because the life they gave you will end in death. But this new life will last forever because it comes from the eternal, living word of God. As the prophet says, “People are like grass that dies away, their beauty fades as quickly as the beauty of wildflowers. The grass withers, and the flowers fall away. But the word of the Lord will last forever. And that word is the Good News that was preached to you.”

Peter said, “As the prophet says,” he read the book of Isaiah and quoted from chapter 40:6-8 to encourage the born-again Christians that our new life is in Christ. All created life is frail meaning, not having normal strength or force and weak and our bodies will eventually come to an end, but God’s word endures forever. God’s promises will be fulfilled. His truth cannot be changed.  

What does this means to me? While I was still amazed what has happened to Tony, I drew out the Bread Card and read the verse on Isaiah 40:8 that grass and flowers faded is like our bodies are slowly dying away. I felt God revived me when it says, “But the word of our God shall stand for ever.” I felt the strength stronger than before. I asked Tony how he felt and he felt stronger, too! I realized that standing on God’s Word gives strength to our bodies as well. Thank God for you who prayed for Tony and me. If you need prayers, please send your request by March 29. To see the prayer list, log in: http://www.deafprayerpartners.blogspot.com/

Chorus: The Bible Stands

The Bible stands though the hills may tumble;

It will firmly stand when the earth shall crumble;

I will plant my feet on its firm foundation,

For the Bi … ble … stands ….

(Haldor Lillenas, Sing His Praise)

Fellow Citizens with God's People

March 25-26, 2014 - Fellow Citizens with God's People – Manna by Dorothy Callies

Ephesians 2:19 “… ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints …” (You are members of God’s family)

Reading from KJV: “Now therefore ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellow citizens with the saints, and of the household of God. And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief corner stone; In whom all the building fitly framed together growth unto an holy temple in the Lord: In whom ye also are builded together for an habitation of God through the Spirit.

                                                                                                                               

Reading from NLT: Ephesians 2:11-22, talked about one in Christ. It was through Christ’s death on the cross brought two groups (Jews and Gentiles) together into one body. V.19 “So now you Gentiles are no longer strangers and foreigners. You are citizens along with all of God’s holy people. You are members of God’s family. V.20 We are his house, built on the foundation of the apostles and the prophets. And the cornerstone is Christ Jesus himself. V.21 We who believe are carefully joined together, becoming a holy temple for the Lord. V.22 Through him you Gentiles are also joined together as part of this dwelling where God lives by his Spirit.

We have an access to our heavenly Father through Christ – His shed blood on the cross and His heavenly intercession for all who come to Him. The Spirit’s indwelling power makes it possible to pray and call on God according to His will and purpose. (Eph.2:18)

It has been a burden on my heart to share the concerns with those who are in need of prayers. Some of you have shared your need to pray with you. I would like to know if you like for me to record your names and your needs for all the readers to join as prayer warriors. The Lord gave me a verse that we are not strangers to one another, but that we are members of God’s family. Reading the Scriptures inspired me to do something for those who are struggling and that we could join together in prayer for them.

What I will do is to put a different document of date, names and request. When prayers are answered, I will put under “Praise and Thanksgiving” with dates. Seeing this on the list would encourage us to pray more fervently. As I wrote this earlier before going with Tony and I came home surprised how God answered prayer. I realized God was showing me how powerful prayer group are as long as we call upon God according to His will and purpose. I asked a few for permission to record their names and needs so I will work on it. So I rejoice that God bind us together and there’s a song called “Bind Us Together.”

Prayerfully: Bind us together, Lord; Bind us together with cords that cannot be broken. Bind us together, Lord; Bind us together, Lord; bind us together with love. There is only one God. There is only one King. There is only one Body, That is why we can sing: Bind us together, Lord; Bind us together with cords that cannot be broken. Bind us together, Lord, bind us together, Lord; bind us together with love. (Bob Gillman, Sing His Praise)

Song: Blest Be the Tie That Binds

Blest be the tie that binds

Our hearts in Christian love;

The fellowship of kindred minds

Is like to that above.

(John Fawcett, Sing His Praise)

Recognized that God Pursue You

March 22-24, 2014 - Recognized that God Pursue You – Manna by Dorothy Callies

Luke 15:7 “… heaven will be happier over one lost sinner who returns to God …” NLT.

            Reading from March 19 from RBC, Our Daily Bread and what impressed me was the word, pursue. This word means “to follow in order to catch up with and seize; to take hold of.” Wow! What a beautiful picture, the way God was to pursue the person until one finally repents and that the heaven rejoice over one sinner who repents.

            The writer, Anne Cetas wrote a short story about a daughter who grew up in a Christian’s home and when she went to college, she walked away from God. Her family prayed for her. After graduation, she traveled, always looking for happiness, but never feeling satisfied. While experiencing some difficulties, she recognized that God was pursuing her and that she needed Him. She called her parents that she has received Christ. Her parents called over some family to rejoice with her.

            The Pharisees and Scribes complained about the tax collectors and sinners who ate with Him. So Jesus gave three illustrations about a lost sheep, a lost coin and a lost son to the religious people of His day to show how He came to earth to pursue lost sinners. So I choose one illustration to show how Jesus pursues a lost sheep.

            “If you had one hundred sheep, and one of them strayed away and was lost in the wilderness, wouldn’t you leave the ninety-nine others to go and search for the lost one until you found it? And then you would joyfully carry it home on your shoulders. When you arrived, you would call together your friends and neighbors to rejoice with you because your lost sheep was found. In the same way, heaven will be happier over one lost sinner who returns to God than over ninety-nine others who are righteous and haven’t strayed away!” (Luke 15:1-7 NLT)

            Why would it bother the Pharisees and teachers of religious law that Jesus would fellowship with these people? It was because of the Old Testament law that, they were always careful to stay “clean.” Their law taught them to avoid certain people who were considered “unclean.” For this was the reason, they complained to Jesus that He was being “defiled or unclean.” Jesus didn’t worry about their accusations. Jesus risked being “defiled” (unclean or corrupt the purity) by offering salvation to sinners and to show them that God loves and pursues them.

            It may seem foolish for the shepherd to leave 99 sheep to go search for just one. But the shepherd knew that the 99 would be safe in the sheepfold so the lost sheep was in danger. Because each sheep was of high value, the shepherd knew that it was worthwhile to search diligently for the lost one. Jesus associated with sinners because He wanted to bring the lost sheep--people who considered beyond hope--the Good News of God’s Kingdom. God’s love for each individual is so great that He pursues each one and rejoices when a person is “found.”

            Before you were a believer, God sought you, and His love is still seeking those who are yet lost. This is the kind of love that urged Jesus to come to earth to search for lost people and save them. This is amazing love that God has for you. If you feel far from God, don’t despair. He is searching for you and pursuing you.

 

Song: Something Beautiful

Something beautiful, something good;

All my confusion He understood;

All I had to offer Him was brokenness and strife,

But He made something beautiful of my life.

(Gloria Gaither, Sing His Praise)  

Recognize Christ

March 17-21, 2014 - Recognize Christ – Manna by Dorothy Callies

Matthew 22:41, NCV “What do you think about the Christ?”

            Reading from Matthew 22:41-46, NLT “Then, surrounded by the Pharisees, Jesus asked them a question: “What do you think about the Messiah? Whose son is he?” They replied, “He is the son of David.” Jesus responded, “Then why does David, speaking under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, call him Lord? For David, said, ‘The Lord said to my Lord, Sit in honor at my right hand until I humble your enemies beneath your feet. Since David called him Lord, how can he be his son at the same time?” No one could answer him. And after that, no one dared to ask Him any more questions.”

            It was the Lord’s last week on earth. He had just been challenged four different times by four different religious leaders. He had met each group and answered their questions. Christ had silenced those who opposed His claim to be the Messiah. And now it was His turn to ask the most important question of all, “What do you think about the Christ?” Pharisees recognized that Christ was descendant of David. They were right, but Jesus wanted to help them to recognize something else, too.

            Jesus pointed out the claim of Scripture—the Messiah is Lord. David called the Messiah, Lord in the Spirit; that is, David’s words were spoken under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. God was directing him. David said that “the Lord [Jehovah God] said to my Lord [the Messiah].” The Messiah is exalted by God.

            David said that my Lord’s “enemies are to be made His footstool.” The Messiah is Lord, for all His enemies are to be subjected under Him. “That the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth: and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father” (Ph.2:10-11).

            The common idea among the religious leaders was that the Messiah, the Son of David was to overthrew the Roman empires and take over the kingly rule which the Pharisees were waiting for. The Pharisees know that the Messiah would be a descendant of David, but they did not understand that Jesus would be God himself and the Messiah would be greater than David.

            It was the same week that the religious leaders had put Him on trials. They only accepted Him as a descendant of David whom they expect the Messiah to rule, but they did not expect Him to claim that He was the Son of God. Therefore they could not accept His Word of truth that He was greater than David. So they rejected Him even though Christ tried to give them a chance to understand that He was indeed the Son of God and that God was His Father.

            When Jesus was at the cross, they yelled at Him, “If you are truly the Son of God, come down and save us,” like a King who has power to change things. I am thankful that Christ finished the work at the Calvary so that we could be saved.

            A song came to my heart at this moment: Isn’t He wonderful, wonderful, wonderful? Isn’t Jesus my Lord wonderful? Eyes have seen, ears have heard, what’s recording in God’s Word. Isn’t Jesus my Lord wonderful? (Author: Unknown)

            Oh, the riches of His Word abide in our hearts. May His Presence be full of joy! Do you recognize Christ, our Messiah? Truly, He is the Son of God!

Recognize the Lord

March 13-16, 2014 - Recognize the Lord – Manna by Dorothy Callies

1 Chronicles 16:28, NLT, “O nations of the world, recognize the Lord, recognize that the Lord is glorious and strong.” KJV, Give unto the Lord, ye kindreds (relationship of same blood) of the people, give unto the Lord glory and strength.”(Ref: Ps. 96:7)

The word, recognize means to be willing to admit; to notice; to know again and to identify its character. The word, give is a very broad subject to pick which meaning to use so I translate that give is an action to say something about God. Be willing to admit that God is glorious and strong.  

1 Chronicles 16:4, NLT “David appointed the following Levites to lead the people in worship before the Ark of the Lord by asking for His blessings and giving thanks and praise to the Lord, the God of Israel.” Certain Levites were appointed to give continual praise and thanks to God.

It was a story about David had brought out the Ark of God and it was a great day for the people. So David sang the psalms unto the Lord. 1 Chronicles 16:23-33 is the passage parallel to Psalm 96:1-13. It is interesting to note that four parts of true thanksgiving are found part of the psalm: 1) remembering what God has done, 2) telling others about it, 3) showing God’s glory to others, and 4) offering gifts of self, time and resources. If you are truly thankful, your life will show it.

*The basis of our praise is declaring God’s character and quality in the presence of others. When we recognize and affirm (to state positively) His goodness, we are holding up His perfect moral nature for all to see. Praise benefits us because it takes our mind off our problems and needs and focuses on God’s power, mercy, majesty, and love. [*Note from QVLA Bible] 

 1 Chronicles 16:25, KJV “For great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised, He also is to be feared above all gods.” Do you ever recognize that praise and thanksgiving should be our regular part of our routine? When we praise God often, we will find that we won’t take His blessing for granted. We praise Him because we love Him. If you want His Presence, just praise Him because He dwells in the heart of praise. This is awesome!

     Song: I Will Serve Thee

I will serve Thee because I love Thee,

You have given life to me;

I was nothing before you found me,

You have given life to me.

Heartache, broken pieces,

Ruined lives are why you died on Calvary;

Your touch was what I longed for,

You have given life to me.

(William J. & Gloria Gaither)

The Voice of the Lord

March 11-12, 2014 - The Voice of the Lord – Manna by Dorothy Callies

Psalm 29:3, KJV, “The voice of the Lord is upon the waters: the God of glory thundereth: the Lord is upon many waters.” NLT, “The voice of the Lord echoes above the sea. The God of glory thunders. The Lord thunders over the mighty sea.”

The theme is that God reveals His great power in nature. This should encourage us to trust God to give us both the peace and the strength to face the storms of life. David wrote what the voice of the Lord was like. How could David know about this unless David had seen or heard what God had done?

Reading from Psalm 29:4-11, NLT, “The voice of the Lord is powerful; the voice of the Lord is full of majesty. 5) The voice of the Lord splits the mighty cedars; the Lord shatters the cedars of Lebanon. 6) He makes Lebanon’s mountains skip like a calf and Mount Hermon to leap like a young bull. 7)The voice of the Lord strikes with lightning bolts. 8) The voice of the Lord makes the desert quake; the Lord shakes the desert of Kadesh. 9) The voice of the Lord twists mighty oaks and strips the forests bare. In his Temple everyone shouts, “Glory!” 10) The Lord rules over the floodwaters. The Lord reigns as king forever. 11) The Lord gives his people strength. The Lord blesses them with peace.”

*The cedars of Lebanon were giant trees that could grow to 120 feet in height and 30 feet in circumference. A voice that could split the cedars of Lebanon would be a truly powerful voice—the voice of God. Throughout the history, God has revealed His power through mighty miracles over nature. He promises to continue to reveal His power. [*Note from QVLA Bible]

Paul urged us to understand how great God’s power is. It is the same power that raised Christ from the dead and His power is available to help us with our daily problems. When you feel weak and limited, don’t despair. Remember that God, the voice of the Lord can give you strength. It is the same power of strength He gives you that controls creation and raises Christ from the dead. (Ref: Ephesians 1:18-23) If you, with the Holy Spirit’s help, understood this, then claim God’s power of healing flowing into your body right now, in Jesus’ name, I pray. Amen!

May the Lord enrich you with His blessing through the song of praise!

          Song: How Great Thou Art

O Lord my God, when I in awesome wonder

Consider all the worlds Thy hands have made,

I see the stars; I hear the rolling thunder,

Thy power throughout the universe displayed.

Chorus:

Then sings my soul, my Savior God to Thee:

How great Thou art, how great Thou art!

Then sings my soul, my Savior God to Thee:

How great Thou art, how great Thou art!

(Stuart Wesley Keene Hine, Sing His Praise)

God Comforted His People

March 8-10, 2014 - God Comforted His People – Bread Card by Dorothy Callies

Isaiah 49:13, KJV “For the Lord hath comforted His people, and will have mercy upon his (your) afflicted.”

Are you unhappy? Are you sad? Are you miserable? You don’t feel like you want to trust the Lord? Are the suffering causes you to give up hope of ever receive something from the Lord? Those are the exact meaning of the word, afflicted. Listen to His Word.  “This is my comfort in my affliction: for thy word hath quickened me,” (KJV). “When I suffer, this comforts me: Your promise gives me life,” (NCV)  Psalm 119:50.

*The emphasized: MY COMFORT IN MY AFFLICTION … THY WORD. God has ordained that His Word, made powerful by the Spirit, will bring comfort, hope, and strength to His faithful people as we experience trouble and sorrow. Because God’s Word is living, (Heb. 4:12), it has power to revive and restore us who abide in it and in God (John 14:27). When in trouble, turn to the Lord and His Word and wait for His Spirit to give peace to your heart (Phil. 4:6-9). [*Note from the Full Life Study Bible]

Reading: Heb. 4:12 niv, “For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow, it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” John 14:27 niv, Peace I leave with you; My peace I give you, I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.”

Reading: Phil. 4:6-9 niv, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends (rise above) all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.”

What impresses me in what Paul said in KJV, “Those things, which ye have both learned, received, and heard, and seen in me, do …” The word, “do” actually interpreted “put it into practice.” That inspires me to realize, how are we “to be comforted” by the Lord? God is a merciful God. God has seen your affliction. Paul had afflictions and Paul explained how he put God’s Word into practice and that was how Paul received the peace of God in his heart. My beloved, if you are suffering, yield your whole body into God’s hand, and let Him hold you and comfort you. Let Him give you peace in your heart to endure all things for Christ’s sake.  

           Song: When We See Christ

Sometimes the sky looks dark, with not a ray of light;

We’re tossed and driven on, No human help in sight;

But there is one in heaven, Who knows our deepest care;

Let Jesus solve your problem, Just go to Him in prayer.

Chorus: It will be worth it all when we see Jesus;

Life’s trials will seem so small when we see Christ;

One glimpse of His dear face, all sorrow will erase;

So bravely run the race till we see Christ.

(Esther Kerr Rusthoi, Sing His Praise)

The Lord is Our Shield

March 4-7, 2014 – The Lord is Our Shield – Bread Verse Card by Dorothy Callies

Psalm 3:3, KJV “But thou O Lord, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter of mine head.” NIV “But you, O Lord, are a shield around me, my glory, and the one who lifts my head high.”

            The word, “shield” refers to God’s protection where God is Abraham’s shield (ref. Gen. 15:1), and where He is Israel’s shield (Deut. 33:29). The word, shield interests me to go further study and it seems to visualize what God, as a shield, is like for us.

            The shield means protection from danger that tends to destroy us, so God is our protector, making sure that Satan has his limit. NLT Psalm 28:7 gives a good definition of shield, “The Lord is my strength, my shield from every danger. I trust in Him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving.”

            2 Samuel 22:3 “The God of my rock; in Him will I trust: He is my shield …” KJV. David fought against the Philistines and won the victories. David sang psalm of praise from 2 Samuel 22:1-51 which is also in Psalm 18:1-50. David visualized God as a rock, a shield, the (horn) power of salvation, the high tower, a refuge, and a savior (V.3).

            Psalm 84:9, “Behold, O God our shield ...” Ps. 84:11, “For the Lord God is a sun and shield …” Psalm 115:9, “O Israel, trust thou in the Lord: He is their help and their shield.” Proverbs 30:5, “Every word of God is pure: He is a shield unto them that put their trust in Him.”

            Even Paul mentioned in Ephesians 6:16, “Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.” John quoted, “Because everyone who is a child of God conquers the world—our faith. So the one who wins against the world is the person who believes that Jesus is the Son of God” 1 John 5:4-5 NCV.

            Most of the attacks come against faith, in what we believe. At this time, we are facing the changing of the weather that has never happened before and diseases in our bodies and some unexpected deaths in families and friends. We don’t feel safe and we don’t feel protected. This is where faith tested us like Peter said, “That the trial of your faith … be tried with fire …” meaning these troubles come to prove that your faith is pure and strong. Your faith will bring you praise and glory and honor when Jesus Christ comes. We have not seen Christ, but still we love Him. We cannot see Him now, but we believe in Him. (Ref: 1Peter 1:7-9)

            God is our shield of faith. He’ll see us through the trouble times. We cannot see Him, but we believe in God as our shield in time like this. I can’t think of any better song than to sing this: I Need Jesus. God, “the lifter of mine head” uses the song to lift my head high. So let us trust our God today!

          Song: I Need Jesus

I need Jesus, I need a friend like Him,

A friend to guide when the paths of life are dim;

I need Jesus when foes (enemies) my soul assail (attack);

Alone I know I can but fail, so I need Jesus.

Chorus:

I need Jesus (with me), I need Jesus (always),

I need Jesus every day;

Need Him in the sunshine hour,

Need Him when the storm-clouds low’r;

Every day along my way, Yes, I need Jesus

(George O. Webster, Sing His Praise)

Many Troubles, But Lord Delivers

March 1-3, 2014 - Righteous Man – Bread Card Verse by Dorothy Callies

Psalms 34:19, NIV “Righteous man may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all.”

            Today is a new month of March 1^st, 2014 and I was really impressed with the February 2014 list of “Jesus Is.” Manna requires time of study and I really enjoyed getting to know Jesus through His Word. This early morning was my usual routine to find God’s Word for my soul.

            I asked the Lord, “Why could there be any healings when I prayed?” As I pondered this, I took out a card with verse that says, “I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eyes” Psalm 32:8. Then I pulled out another card verse and read, “Righteous man may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all” Psalm 34:19, NIV.

            I looked up the KJV Bible and read Psalm 34:19 “Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the Lord delivereth him out of them all.” Then I happened to notice the next verse 20, “He keepeth all his bones: not one of them is broken.” NIV says, “He protects all his bones, not one of them will be broken.” [I am aware this prophecy was fulfilled when our Lord Jesus Christ was on the cross and that not one of his bones was broken.]

             The Lord brought back memory of many years ago when Tony was helping to fix someone’s Mobile Home roof and he was climbing on the ladder to about eight feet high. A friend was supposed to hold the ladder from wobbling; instead he didn’t feel good and sat down. Tony was swaying with the ladder and he fell eight feet to the concrete ground. Then ambulance came and took him to ER. They took x-rays through his body twice and checked them twice because they could not find any broken bones from the fall except a little fracture on his hip where he fell on the side.

            The Lord reminded me, “He protects all Tony’s bones and not one of them was broken.” All Tony suffered was the pain all over his body and he went home the next day. The nurse taught him to take aspirin every four hours for several days to tolerate the pain until all his muscles would heal itself. Then he was okay.

            Last two years ago, I had noticed Tony’s face was ash white and to save long story, the Skin Surgeon save his life by referred him to the heart Doctor which led him to have catheter and the surgeon put two stents in his upper heart. Before the stents, he had only 40% of oxygen, after the stents his oxygen improved and his face were pink and normal. The Lord reminded me that He led the doctors to spare Tony’s life two years ago.

            Now I am asking for special prayer request for Tony Callies. Please pray for Tony Callies’ upcoming Stress tests for two days at St. Joseph Hospital Admitting Outpatient on March 6^th and 7^th from morning to noon. They are going to test him with contrast fluid through an IV line which helps arteries to show up early for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm. When Tony meets with the Heart Surgeon on March 17, they will discuss about the tests result.

            Then I see the verse, “Righteous man may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all.” What kind of deliverance would that be? The Lord wants to deliver us from fears, depresses, worries and concerns? God wants us to have peace with Him and He has a plan for our lives. So I am trusting God day by day, how about you?

Song: Trust in the Lord

Trust in the Lord with all your heart

     and lean not to your own understanding.

In all your ways acknowledge Him

     and He shall direct your paths. (Repeat)

Trust in the Lord, trust in the Lord!

(Words: Proverbs 3:5-6, Roland Tabell 1970)