Thursday, April 23, 3:23

Brethren,
Two sisters, Faith and Caitlin K., were just in a car accident with a semi truck, and are now in the hospital, and desperately needing your prayers! Our God is a great Healer, and nothing is too great for Him.
So please lift up these girls and their family as they struggle for their lives. Pray for strength, faith, and complete healing.


John 15:7 If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you.


Ceira

Brothers and sisters,

Our brother in China, Gao Zhisheng, has been kidnapped for his work as a Christian Attorney, defending and aiding Christians under persecution.

He was seen being hauled away on February 4th, and he has not been seen or heard from since. He has a wife and two children who are very worried for him, and have been very anxious to have him back in their home again.

Please keep this man and his family in your prayers. That Gao would be strong for his Savior and that his family would trust God and remain faithful. Pray that the Lord would be gracious to them all!

There is no greater honor than to suffer for our Savior.

In Jesus,
Rach

On March 5, Marzieh Esmaeilabad and Maryam Rustampoor were arrested by Iranian security forces and labeled "anti-government activists," according to Farsi Christian News Network (FCNN). Marzieh and Maryam are being held at Evin Prison, which is notorious for treating women badly. "Both women are allowed just a one minute telephone call everyday to their immediate families. Both are unwell and in need of urgent medical attention," FCNN reported. During their last call on March 28, Mazieh said that she was suffering from an infection and high fever. She said, 'I am dying.'

Marzieh and Maryam's apartment was searched and their belongings were confiscated. "Their only crime is that they are committed Christians who follow the teachings of Jesus," FCNN added. 'They are being unfairly labeled as 'anti government activists' because of the hostility of the government towards practicing Christians.'

Please remember those who are suffering in bonds for our Lord's holy name. They need support and encouragement from their brethren around the world.


In Him,


Ceira

"Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves; ensure justice for those being crushed. Yes, speak up for the poor and helpless, and see that they get justice." Proverbs 31:8,9

We received an email, asking and reminding us to pray:

The United States is in dire need of foster parents. Please, pray that willing parents will come forth, and the children will go to happy, loving, Christian homes.

Thank you for lifting up holy hands to our Savior!

Fellow Believers,

Thanks to all of you for your loving prayers and words of encouragement. It went well at the doctor's office today. The doctor concluded that our son's *name removed* heart is fine. EkG showed that his heart was delaying but not skipping.......His heartbeat is much improved now.

We're praising God that this wasn't a more serious issue!

Praise the Lord for answering prayers!

Dear beloved believers in Jesus,
"Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his might power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes" Ephesians 6: 10-11

A sister in our Savior reminded us to continually pray for our troops, here in the States and those who are away from their families across the ocean. Please pray that the Lord will give them strength when they are weak and encouragement in Jesus.

"However, I consider my life worth nothing to me, if only I may finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me-the task of testifying to the gospel of God's grace." Acts 20:24

This beloved sister also reminded us to lift up our missionaries...those who are furthering the gospel and spreading the Word of God to tribes, people groups, and countries all over the world.

May Christ Be Glorified!
Jessie

Hebrews 3:15 --
But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.

Brothers and Sisters in Jesus,

I wanted to take just a quick post to introduce you to our team. The Lord has blessed us with some great willing hearts and I am thrilled at what He is doing!

We are a few fellow believers in our saving Lord Jesus Christ who have joined together in prayer for the Saints all around the world. Our goal: To glorify God with our Hearts, Minds, and Souls in all we do, and to try our very best to honor our Lord through prayer and supplication to our King.

Our blog authors are taking turns posting requests, moderating comments, and designing the sites! Please meet: Jessie, Petros, Rach, Ceira, Benjo, Reed, Kris, Jono, and Paulos.

In Christ,
Jessie

Prayer Warriors,

There is a family in our church that have 5 kids, and he just lost his job. Also, please pray for this dear family. Our brother in Christ just lost his wife due to influenza. The death of his wife has been really hard on him. Also, pray for their four children. They are all under the age of 10. Thanks so much! God Bless!

                                                                                A sister in Christ

Hello Brothers and Sisters,

Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

I would like to lift up our dear blog team member - Ceira who broke her ankle (her tibia)! Please pray for complete healing, patience, and trust in Christ's unfailing love during the next couple of weeks. "Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus" (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)

We love you Ceira!

Jessie, for the team

Brethren,

Alyssa has been having ongoing health issues, causing her pain. So far doctors have not been able to find the reason. I know this can be very trying, so please pray that the cause will become apparent, and that the loving Physician will ease her pain, and heal this dear girl.

In Him,
Ceira

Dear brothers and sisters,

Please pray for me.

All day I have been suffering from hypothermia. My temperature goes from 95.1 to 93.5.

In a few rare cases, an MS lesion can block a particular nerve and cause this untreatable condition that can lead to a coma or even death.

Or it could be a sinus infection interfering with the MS and causing this reaction. I am taking antibiotics starting today.

Over the last few weeks, I have been having some symptoms. I took my temp. and because it was so low, I just thought the thermometer was broken. Two weeks ago, I went to a general practitioner doctor and after they took my temp. twice, they thought 2 thermometers were broken! The Dr. saw some redness in my right ear and gave me a prescription for antibiotics (just in case) there was an ear infection. I did not take it at the time, thinking I did not have an infection. However, lately I have had some pain in my face- in my sinus area- and my ears still seem a little blocked. Especially since this onslaught of continuous lower temperature I am taking the antibiotics today.

I am crying out to God for His mercy and healing. I know if He but "says the word" I will be healed. I am also asking for wisdom on how I should cope with this and what treatment I should pursue. I am particularly thinking about calling an ambulance soon.

Please pray to our Father and ask Him to heal me and show me mercy. I know the scripture says, "The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much." So I am asking you, my brothers and sisters, to pray for me now.

God bless you all! "He Gives and Takes Away. Blessed be the name of our Lord!"

Sincerely,

Chris K

Please pray so very fervently for this man. Pray the Lord would be merciful to him, and relieve him of his trials.

In Jesus,
Rach