PM#0491 Prayer and Involvement With Others.

PM#0491

Prayer and Involvement With Others

Are we involved with others?  By that, I do not mean just a passing involvement, but one which is long term, really takes an interest in others.

When we pray with others, that prayer is an involvement with them.  However, many times do we pray that only scratches the surface superficially?  This may happen because our involvement is very limited.  If we take the time to build a personal relationship with the individual, then that effort should also lead to the opportunity to pray for things close to that person’s heart.  Such prayer could encourage them to look to Jesus.

Why not ask the Lord in prayer to guide you, so that you can be more involved with others, that will help you to pray effectively for them. 

‘Father, I need you to guide me and help me to be more involved with others so I can effectively pray for them.  In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Showing God's Love

PM#0482

Showing God’s Love

John 12:32, John 14:9, I John 4:8

How can we lift the Love of Christ so high that others will be drawn to it?

We see scripture that if Christ is lifted up, He will draw all men to himself.  Yet many are told “You” must go and evangelize.  The first statement is what Christ tells us.  The second statement is what man tells us.  What man tells us may be following the old saying—if you want it done, do it yourself.

If we want Christ’s help, then how do we lift Christ up?  Christ said, he who has seen me has seen the Father. John 14:9  I John 4:8 says God is love.  Therefore if we have seen Christ we have seen love. Lifting up Christ would be to share God’s love with others. 

Perhaps we should ask the Lord to help us show the love that really lifts Jesus us.  Consider this prayer:  Father, Help me to show your love to others, in Jesus’ Name, Amen.  


The above 'Prayer Minute' is an example of the many One Minute thoughts on prayer that Wheatland Ministries has written.  Many of them can be found on www.Prayerminutes.blogspot.com, and now on www.YouTube.com -- search for 'LewisT777'.

A Prayer to Pray for Pastors

A Prayer for Pastors


 “Lord Jesus, we begin this New Year by thanking You for the opportunity we have serve You.  Each day brings new opportunities, and challenges. You alone know what the future holds for us, and You are faithful.  The good work that You began in us, will be accomplished. (Philippians 1:6)  


I ask You to work in the lives of each member of our congregations in powerful ways this coming year, leading them to grow in their love for Christ.   May we be found faithfully serving You, proclaiming Your love to others, what Christ has done for us.   May we pray for each other out of our love for Christ. Prayer is an Act of Love--Our Love for Christ"  In Jesus Name, Amen.”

Defining the Word Humble found in II Chronicles 7 vs 14

Defining the Word Humble found in II Chronicles 7 vs 14

The Hebrew word for humble has deep meaning which we can attempt to learn by examining the meaning of each letter in the word.  From the meaning of letters of the word, it is possible to develop a meaning for the Hebrew word for humble and gain some insight into the depth of its meaning.  This should always be done in the context of scripture that the word is found in.

In developing the a meaning of the word humble using the meanings of the Hebrew letters, those meanings of each letter of the word humble are listed below followed by a possle letter meaning of humble. 

The meaning is posted after the listing of the letters below.

Humble  wə·yik·kā·nə·‘ū     וְיִכָּנְע֨וּ  Found in II Chronicles 7 vs 14 
Hebrew Strongs’s Number H3665

ו     Vav- Nail, to secure – add, secure, hook (2b) The literal meaning is a nail. The symbolic meaning is "to secure or fasten" "add" "a connection". The letter in grammar serves to connect or join together, two words or phrases as in English our word “and” (1a) (inferred—lasting—vs  Psalms 119:144- עוֹלָם‎ ʿôlām  -everlasting))  F

י    Yud - deed done, to make, power, might- Work, worship (2b) In the ancient Hebrew word pictures, the yod was drawn as a "hand" complete with the arm above the elbow. It symbolized work done - (1a) (note: the picture of the letter Yud-of how it was represented in the Alphabet used in Abraham’s time, looks like a possible handshake-a handshake could infer ‘agreement’.)    JI

     

כּ כ ךְ       Kaph - It's symbolic meaning is to cover, to allow or to open. In the picture Hebrew of Moses it was drawn like what it represented, an open hand. The center of the Hebrew alphabet, it shows the open hand of God's blessing for all who embrace Him. (1a) Open, Allow (2b)   The meaning where kaph is used in a work preceded by a word like ‘lo’ לֹא֙ which is a negative could also infer that in the presence of pure Holiness –all our wrong doings are known.  Therefore, to open would be to show faults (10)  K

נ    Nun-Propagate increase, In the ancient picture language this was pictured as a seed in ancient Hebrew and Egyptian cultures. As mentioned, it represented "life", "posterity", "active life". As used in the Hebrew word for son, the nun symbolized the posterity of the house.(also by inference, Nun could mean purpose—it is used in the word—potter  יֹצְרֵ֔נוּ –see Isaiah 64:8—a potter makes a vessel Humblefor a specific purpose) Continue, heir, son (2b)  N

עָ     Ayin   - see, know, knowledge, experience, insight, symbol of sight and insight and other possible meaning eye and fountain. (1a) watch, know, shade—(to shade could infer hiding) (2b)   O

ו  ן     Vav- Nail, to secure – add, secure, hook (2b) The literal meaning is a nail. The symbolic meaning is "to secure or fasten" "add" "a connection". The letter in grammar serves to connect or join together, two words or phrases as in English our word “and” (1a) (inferred—lasting—vs  Psalms 119:144- עוֹלָם‎ ʿôlām  -everlasting))  F

Possible letter meaning of humble wə·yik·kā·nə·‘ū   וְיִכָּנְע֨וּ :  The deed of sacrifice that opens the insight of life (Life that comes from God).

As you study the word Humble, you will find the meaning of that word does have a significant meaning, and adds much depth to our understanding of II Chronicles 7:14.  

Link to study on Humility-a Patter of Sanctification and Spiritual Renewal based on II Chronicles 7:14:
 http://wheatlandministries.blogspot.com/2007/03/humility-biblical-study-and-proposed.html


©2014 Lewis Turner

 

Personal Time With the Lord

Subject: Personal Time With The Lord
Written by Lewis Turner

Over the years, I have been able to have some personal time with the Lord. I will admit that that while time has not always been consistent, my thoughts throughout the day to focus on the Lord and what He is doing. I want to share some of the items that are a part of my personal time with the Lord.

Personal time with the Lord
• Time to read God's Word
• Time to meditate on the Word of God
• During the time of meditation and reflection on God’s Word, the Holy Spirit speaks to my heart. Whe He does, personal time give me opportunity to take to listen & journal
• Time to sort issues
• Time to focus away from work or other cares
• Time for personal prayer and personal requests
• Time for praise and worship of God
• Time to care for my personal needs and also ask the Lord to help me be able to focus on the other person when I pray.

Also, seek the Lord's guidance for the challenges of the day.
When take personal time with the Lord, you may see only a few of the above elements of the above listing in a particular day, but that time alone with the Lord is still very important. The personal time with the Lord, will help you when you spend time in prayer with others.

There is a song, 'More time alone with thee Lord Jesus, More time alone with thee'. The more time we spend alone with the Lord, the more we will desire it.

©2011 Lewis Turner

Part 1 Convoy of Hope Frederick Md June 18, 2011

Frederick Convoy of Hope

June 18, 2011

Compiled by

Lewis Turner


Isaiah 58

6. Is not this the fast that I have chosen? to loose the bands of wickedness, to undo the heavy burdens, and to let the oppressed go free, and that ye break every yoke?
7. Is it not to deal thy bread to the hungry, and that thou bring the poor that are cast out to thy house? when thou seest the naked, that thou cover him; and that thou hide not thyself from thine own flesh?
8. Then shall thy light break forth as the morning, and thine health shall spring forth speedily: and thy righteousness shall go before thee; the glory of the Lord shall be thy rereward.
9. Then shalt thou call, and the Lord shall answer; thou shalt cry, and he shall say, Here I am. If thou take away from the midst of thee the yoke, the putting forth of the finger, and speaking vanity;
10. And if thou draw out thy soul to the hungry, and satisfy the afflicted soul; then shall thy light rise in obscurity, and thy darkness be as the noonday:
11. And the Lord shall guide thee continually, and satisfy thy soul in drought, and make fat thy bones: and thou shalt be like a watered garden, and like a spring of water, whose waters fail not.


Intercessors Covering Convoy of Hope Event
Frederick, MD June 18, 2011


Our Prayer Team Leader, Rev Ivy Coleman

Our Intercessors

Tents of Convoy of Hope as seen from the Intercessors Prayer Area

Tents of Convoy of Hope

Convoy of Hope
Washing feet and fitting new shoes

Yes for the Hungry there was: Food Line—Lunch!

There were activities for the kids,
Health Screening, Dental checks, Haircuts,and much more..

Then the Prayer Tent---

The Prayer Tent

Here Real People Prayed with all who were there—what ever the need!

Now go to the Next Post to see the rest of the Story of Convoy of Hope!!!!!

Part 2 pf Prayer at Convoy of Hope Frederick, Md, Jun 18, 2011

There were Pastors present too. 







And Many Prayed

People leaving the prayer tent to go receive groceries

There there was the Food Distribution

To God Be the Glory—Great Things He has Done!

I saw a lady in tears when her feet were washed and she received new shoes. Does not God see that and bottles up those tears?

Actions of Love—speak more words than a picture.

A note—I met a Vietnamese Pastor who pastured a church in Springfield Va. I shared with him that I had been in Thailand, but that the language was different. I shared with him in Thai that Jesus Loves Him—Though the language was different, he seem to understand me.

God saw us reach out to others in the Love of Christ—The Love of Christ is a universal language that speaks to hearts.

Yes, God will do great things when we lift Jesus up!!!!