Praying the Word

A quote from "somewhere"


"No prayer is more effective than the one that finds its roots in the pages of Gods Word."


Pray the Word.


When you are reading...pray it!


like this:


Father I thank you that You Who began a good work in _________ will be faithful to bring it to completion.  
I am thankful that I can cast all my cares on You for You care for me!  
Lord I lift my eyes to the hills from where my help comes from.  
I am thankful that You will keep me from falling!  
Lord I fear no evil for You are with me. 
You know my every need and I thank You for Your plans to prosper me and give me a hope and a future.
I love that when I call out You are there to save me.
Your Word says that when I am weak You will be strong!  Be strong in me Lord!
etc etc etc

Read and Pray ......Pray and read...

Blessings

The Antidote to Poison

Talking and praying with a young mom the other evening I saw a picture of her and her husband praying over the children.   They were praying dedication, life, purpose and direction over their family.   This family, like many, have felt the destructive power of the enemy.


Our society is inundated with visual temptation and sin.   Many are lied to, talked about and suffer abuse on a daily basis.  Don't be fooled into thinking that this "poison" is reserved for teens and above.  Our smallest babies and young people are being attacked daily by an enemy that wants to simply annihilate them.


I truly believe that one of the most powerful ways we can overcome and reduce the damage caused by this frontal attack is to dilute it with the Word and Prayer.   We need to gather one another, our children and families, on a daily basis, and pray  the Will of God over their and our lives.  We need to stand on the promises.  We need to declare what the Word says.


Father, in the powerful Name of Jesus, we come.  We pray for Your Presence and Your Word to dilute the power of poison that  may have attached itself to us today.  We come against worthless words and accusations, within and without, and cast them down , keeping the Word of God exalted.  
We speak life, freedom and plenty over our children, our church bodies and  ourselves.  We dedicate ourselves  to You and Your services again today.  
Use us as You will Lord and grace us with the ability to stay close to You and help us to remember that we are covered by the Blood of the Lamb..   
You are worthy of all praise and we trust that You who began a good work in us will be faithful to bring it to completion in Jesus' Name!


Blessings!

BEWARE BEWARE BEWARE

GOD ANSWERS PRAYER!


and the enemy hates it.  So much so that he slinks around trying to steal "it" as soon as its delivered. One of his biggest tactics takes place in the mind ... his playground.  Doubts appear out of nowhere.  Little voices denounce and play down what God has said or done.  Reason comes in to ~ reason.  We lean on our own understanding.


Hang on tight friend!    HE DOES  hear and answer... if not today, one day soon you will hear and know.  He will direct your path.    Discipline yourself to stand firmly on HIS Word and refuse to waiver.  Your resolve will be strengthened as you stand.  He will give grace and strength.


Resist the devil and he will flee.  


Again  HE DOES ANSWER PRAYER.  He does hear you.  He does care.  His timing is perfect.  Quiet yourself and rest on HIS faithfulness


Blessings!

Small Thinking ~

I was in a meeting recently where we joined in prayer for a group of women that were about ready to embark on an African trip.  As a few of us prayed I was struck by the thought that perhaps some of the women, not standing, might be thinking that they would never have an opportunity like this.  
"There is NO WAY that I would ever be able to go on a missions trip"  
"I could NEVER afford to go to Africa"  
" I would have nothing to offer if I did go"


It prompted me to think about how often we limit the Lord.  
The Maker of the universe, our Intimate Father and Friend, Who has EVERYTHING at His disposal plus MORE, has said in Scripture that His arm is not too short.  He is a way maker!  Nothing is impossible for Him!


Let's not do this anymore.  
When we pray ~ Lets PRAY BIG!   
Don't hold back~   Follow your heart in prayer and instead of having "stinking, shrinking thinking"  Dare to pray the Will of God over your life (and others as well)  realizing that He can accomplish it all!   Don't let money, health, circumstances, etc etc cramp your prayers.... He listens and He cares


Father knows best!


Blessings!


ps going on a retreat this weekend....please pray that the Lord will show Himself BIG!!

Long Story~ Short

My daughter has a friend.   She does not know the Lord.  She lost her dog ( L O N G story)   My daughter prayed with her right then and there for her and the situation.   A few days went by and the dog returned home ( the circumstances of the story made this nearly an impossible happening)

The friend called crying as she told the story...."Prayer WORKS..  OMG!! PRAYER REALLY WORKS!!"

The Lord WANTS to answer  prayer.  He loves to do it!

I watched a show a long time ago of an interview of some "desperate housewives".  These women were real, everyday, upper middle class women  They were doctor's wives, professional women etc etc.  The one thing they had in common?

They were DESPERATE!

They were addicted to drugs, alcohol, shopping, sex, money, shoplifting and the list goes on.  Seemingly having everything they were empty.

As I watched I dialoged with the Lord,  "Father how would I ever talk to a woman like that...?  Not only would her wall be thick, who am I that she would even listen?"
The Lord replied, " Oh, you only need to introduce them to me and  I WILL DO THE REST!"

He only needs us to put the welcome mat down for Him to walk in  on.
Don't be afraid. (Exodus 4:1)  People are DESPERATE!  Nothing works except the Lord.  He is the only real and lasting answer.

He even will bring a dog back home.
Thank you Lord
Blessings!

Well Done good and faithful servant

I'm imagining that the Lord said this to David Wilkerson today as he entered heaven.  


Please take a moment to pray for :
His wife who is in critical condition
the driver of the 18 wheeler who was involved in the accident
the Wilkerson's family
Time Square Church
and the many others intimately acquainted to him


He was a prophetic voice in the world.  Teen Challenge was established by him.  He wrote many books and preached 1000's of sermons.   He will be sorely missed
Lets support with our prayers.
Thanks


Blessings!

A New Stance on Life!

Try looking at your life from your knees!

Sometimes it's good to get a "birds-eye-view" or perhaps a "side-long glance".  But I don't think there is any better way to look at life than ON YOUR KNEES!

I'm not sure why it is but things just look different when on my knees,  the fog lifts, the haze clears and the stress just seems to melt away.  I feel closer to God  and more focused.  Many times when people come to visit the Balm we  do the  "work" while  kneeling by the couch....presenting our requests to God with thanksgiving.  You know what?  It's not long before the "peace of God that transcends ALL understanding" quiets our hearts and  washes over us with a peace that is not available anywhere else on earth.

If you are laden with a burden of care  the Lord says to you today,  "Son/Daughter come,  you who are weary and stressed, lay your head on My lap and talk to Me.  I AM always here, able and willing. I long to hear your voice.  I love YOU!

Blessings!

Is it well with your soul?

Jesus...He's as close as the mention of His name.   The scripture says that there is POWER in the name of Jesus!
Call out to Him today.  You have unlimited minutes and a face to face appointment.  In fact He is LONGING to hear your voice.
He is interested in EVERY LITTLE THING!     Stop now and call on the Lord...
He will answer.  He is always faithful.  He will strengthen you and guide you