iPrayer 4/26/11 Happy Easter

Hi!

Ok, so I took the month off because it has been crazy busy! Easter was such a blessing and (even though I was running around doing tons of things at the same time) I thought it was great fun! Hope you had a great one too! Did the Easter Bunny bring you anything? :-)

But, the prayer requests don't stop just because we do!

Without further ado (what's that mean anyway).....

Lord God, we pray that Your will would be done, even in our prayers. Let us even pray for the things you want us to pray for. We pray Father that your hand would be on all of these requests, and the many, many we do not know anything about. We want to praise You for Easter. For the time when You have told us the story of Your Son Jesus. Of His death and resurrection. You could easily have achieved our Salvation without us ever knowing it, but You did not. You allow us to know the amazing story and be saved through it. You give us the opportunity to know You better. Keep us safe Lord, and I pray you would bless everyone who reads this, everyone who takes 5 minutes to say a prayer for these people. Hear us Lord, as You always do. In Jesus Name, Amen.

Request #1: Please pray for Janie's father, Jim, who has had a heart attack. She is at the VA Hospital with him now.

Request #2: Focus on the Family: (April 12) Frank Schwendeman, who had a remarkable (miraculous) recovery from serious lung cancer last summer when we all prayed is now in critical condition in a South Carolina hospital because of unexpected side-effects of the radiation treatments he received then.  He is in the ICU of a local hospital there and his progress has been very slow since he was admitted last Thursday. His life too hangs in the balance. Frank has been a tireless pro-life worker in Central Kentucky for decades and is significantly responsible for the large number of pro-life legislators from that area.

Request #3: Focus on the Family: (April 12) This morning, Rep. Dewayne Bunch (R-Dist. 82), a Kentucky State Representative who serves Whitley County and parts of Laurel County, was critically injured attempting to break up a fight between two male students at Whitley County High School, where he works as a teacher. Reports indicate that he sustained a serious head injury.

According to news reports, "Bunch was transported to Baptist Regional Medical Center for treatment. According to Whitley County Schools Superintendent Scott Paul, Bunch was going to be moved to a hospital in Lexington." Ryan Alessi of CN|2 is reporting that Rep. Bunch has since been airlifted to The University of Kentucky Medical Center.

Also See Update Below.

Request #4: We need to pray for Barbara to have healing please.

History: Barbara- She had to have her gall bladder removed (luckily, they were able to do it Laparoscopically) on Monday night.They have kept her in the hospital since then, and said she may have a minor infection, they are doing tests to find out. There is also a concern that she may be having a liver problem, and they have done a biopsy to find out, but do not have results back yet. Please keep her in your prayers. She was sick off and on throughout the holidays as well.

Request #5: From Barbara: Karen is a friend of a family member,She is very ill with cancer, She is asking if you would send her a birthday card as soon as you can.The family needs prayers and LOVE no matter who it may come from. Karen Wehunt 13810 Megan Dr. Justin Texas 76247. Thank You and God Bless You. Love To All Barbara

Request #6: Laura: Oh nooooooooo....woke up this morning with true laryngitis.....a fate worse than death for someone like me. I CAN'T TALK!!!

Request #7: Beth: Frank & the team in Honduras say thanks for the prayers.
Feel free to send me more as you hear them or think of them! I will create another list in the next few days to catch us up again!

Update:  (April 14) A Kentucky lawmaker remains in critical condition on April 14, two days after he was injured trying to break up a fight between two high school students. A statement from Representative Dewayne Bunch's family indicated his condition had not changed at the University of Kentucky Hospital. The statement also thanked the community for support and prayers. Whitley County sheriff Colan Harrell said Bunch, a teacher at Whitley County High School, was punched in the head and fell on April 12. His head hit the tile floor.

Thanks so much for all your time!

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"Rejoice always! Pray constantly. Give thanks in everything, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (HCSB)

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We own that domain name now (and it redirects here) but that should make us much easier to find online! Plus, we will come up under website searches on google, whereas before you had to mark "search blogs" to find us!


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MJ

iPrayer March 14th

Hi!

It's been too long! Amazing how fast time goes by. Here are some requests for today! But first, let's begin with a prayer together!

Dear Father in Heaven, We pray that Your will would be done. Even in this time that we stop to pray. Let us pray Your words and thoughts after You. Forgive us for our sins, our busy lives, and our distracted minds. Allow us to come to You with these requests today. You are the great Healer. You are the great Comforter. Be especially with all those people who are still trapped in Japan. Those who may be hanging on, waiting for help. People lost at sea, people covered by debris. Let them be found and rescued. Also we want to lift up the families of the many, many who have died. The families who have lost everything. Not just their homes, their jobs, their churches, but even their loved ones. Thank You for being with us, and blessing us, and keeping us safe. In Jesus Name we pray, Amen.

Request #1: The first, I'm sure you all have already had on your lists, but I think it deserves our attention anyway. If you have turned on any TV, Radio, or Computer this weekend, you have seen the devastation in Japan following what they are now calling a possible 9.0 Earthquake Friday. Now they are waiting to see if their nuclear reactors will hold up. For More Info Click Here.

Authorities have been pouring sea water into three reactors at the plant after cooling system failures in the wake of Friday's massive earthquake and tsunami, which is estimated to have killed at least 10,000 people. The latest explosion triggered an order for hundreds of people to stay indoors, said Chief Cabinet Secretary Yukio Edano. FoxNews.com

Request #2: Christine- My sister is suffering from so much right now. She has arthritis, Fibromyalgia, bipolar disorder, depression, and constant pain, What makes it even worse is that the medications she is taking for all of these cause her to be sleepy, more depressed, and have many other side effects. To make matters worse, she hates the job she has. She loved it at first, but they have reassigned her to do things she doesn't want to, and are never letting her do the parts she first loved. The medicine keeps her sooo sleepy she actually fell asleep at work, and lost even more privileges. Please keep her in your prayers.

Request #3: Samaritan's Purse International Relief- Staff members are on their way to the quake and tsunami affected area. We will be working with Japanese Christians to distribute food, water, blankets, hygiene supplies, and other aid to people who have lost virtually everything. Please continue joining us in prayer.

Request #4: Jeremy- my son madyn is sick and he has trouble breathing he has severe asthma... please send out a prayer to God for him.

Praise #1:/Request #5: Suzanne- Daddy came home from the hospital today! Heart is doing better, pneumonia better, cancer is the thing we are concerned about but he is not in pain, thank you sooo much for your love and prayers!!! Still have a lot of recovery so continued prayers appreciated. We feel blessed. Much love In Jesus

Request #6: Niki- Saturday was great, but I am completely sick of the Saturday night/Sunday morning migraine.

Request #7: Julee Glass Hayes, lifelong friend of Shannon's, passed away on Monday (2/21) evening from pneumonia, after battling the flu for a couple weeks.  She was 34 years old, and leaves behind her husband Carl, and her son CW who just turned five on 2/12.  Prayers are needed for her entire family, including her mother and 3 sisters.  Her memorial service was held on Friday 2/25. 

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"Rejoice always! Pray constantly. Give thanks in everything, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (HCSB)

iPrayer Week of 2/14 Happy Valentine's Day!!!

Happy Valentine's Day!   

Hope your week is a great one!

Request #1: Sam's Mom had a heart attack on Saturday afternoon, about 3pm. She is home today and doing really really well. They said it was a slight blockage, probably, in the very bottom edge of the artery that leads to the bottom of her heart. Nothing to be done about it except rest (no work for a month Yipee!!!!) and then exercise to strengthen the muscle.

Request #2: Derema- My Co-Worker, Rob, has been diagnosed with Cancer. It is Lymphoma. 

Praise: Denise- is very blessed to have witnessed Brandon asking Sarah Elizabeth to marry him!! She said YES!! Praying for them both & many blessings!! Love that we are part of their "family"!!

Prayer requests come rolling in!

I told you when we agree to pray, the prayer requests come rolling in! :-) I'm just glad we know that God always answers prayers!

Request #1: Amber - Two emergency room trips in one day ... whew!! I took Landon this afternoon because he was having severe chest pains (that he's been having for 3 days) and he was diagnosed with pluerisy. Got home and Rylan's fever had spiked again (over 104) and it's day 4 of the fever so I took him tonight and he has the flu and a double ear infection. Got them medicine ... now I just need something for sanity. :-)

I looked on www.BibleGateway.com and found several encouraging verses that tell us that God hears and answers our prayers. I thought they might help you today to remember that even though sometimes when we hear these sad stories and upsetting prayer requests, we don't need to throw our hands up and think "well what can I do?" Our prayers DO make a difference. I was especially interested in James 5:15. I would be interested to hear your thoughts on that one! :-)

I left the links that the computer automatically made to go to each verse on Biblegateway, in case you wanted to read more about them!

Have a good one!

MJ

Psalm 17:6 I call on you, my God, for you will answer me; turn your ear to me and hear my prayer.

Proverbs 15:29 The LORD is far from the wicked, but he hears the prayer of the righteous.

Matthew 21:22 If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.”

Mark 11:24 Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.

Philippians 4:6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayerand petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.

Colossians 4:2 Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.

James 5:15 And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven.

James 5:16 Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.

1 Peter 3:12 For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and his ears are attentive to their prayer, but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.”

iPrayer Week of 2/10/11

Greetings Prayer Warriors!

I was trying to figure out why I hadn't updated the blog in so long, when I realized I hadn't sent you a request list in that long!!!

Gracie had her 4th Birthday on Feb. 1st and who knew planning a tea party for a 4 year old could take that much mental energy! Ok, yes, Robin, you tried to tell me....

Anyway, here are some requests! Now, as usual, I'm sure I will receive a bunch in the next couple of days, so I will pass them on!

Thanks!!! Here we go!

Request #1: (Feb. 1) Robin- From Rosie's Sister: I have been here for 75 days. We came in at 19 weeks for an ultrasound. We found out we are having another girl and that my cervix is dangerously short. They put me on strict bed rest that day, Nov 18, and I have yet to touch my feet to the ground. I will be 30 weeks tomorrow. The baby is developing great, I feel fine and have had no signs of preterm labor. They will let me go home a 35 weeks, March 9, but they are sure my water is going to break before then. We will see. 36 days and counting.

Request #2: Connie- I'd like to share through an email a ministry opportunity in Harlan County, KY: We have a special prayer request for you. Please consider praying for our ministry as we enter into the second of three Winter months where our needs are great. January saw most all of our pantry food given out and we are currently trusting in God for his provision for our next open date of February 17th. With winter heating bills at their biggest ever, food can often take a back seat to the local’s priorities. We expect large numbers of people showing up for food boxes at our pantry. This give us an even greater opportunity to tell them about Jesus and His ministry and the free gift of salvation.

Request #3: (Yesterday at 9:30pm) Amanda- I lost my Granny today. She made it to 93 yrs and 5 days. The passing was a blessing, but she will be missed so very much!

Request #4: Day of Prayer & Fasting: Next Thursday, Feb. 17, The Family Foundation, along with Kentucky Right to Life and a host of ministries and churches, are calling for a solemn Day of Prayer and Fasting on behalf of The Ultrasound Bill (Senate Bill 9). House Leadership has planned to kill the bill at the committee hearing that day and we are challenging all believers to agree with brothers and sisters in their neighborhoods, at the workplace, and at their churches to the end that God would intervene and help pass The Ultrasound Bill. Please pray as you can, with whom you can, and believe that God will move.  (Please reference the story in 1 Samuel 14:1-15 – Jonathan and his armor-bearer.)

Request #5: Amanda- It's official I will be shaving my head March 13th in order to raise money for St. Baldrick's Childhood Cancer Research!!! Go to www.stbaldricks.org to donate to this wonderful cause!!! If you don't find me by name, look for me at the Louisville, Ky 4th Street Live location. 

Let's Pray for LOTS of supporters and for people to be inspired by Amanda's decision, and that she's willing to post this (and baldy pictures!) on Facebook for all to see! Let's pray for many blessings on all these brave ladies (and guys)! 

Want to Give to Amanda's Cause? Check Out: 

http://www.stbaldricks.org/participants/

Want to Have it Off? Go to: http://www.stbaldricks.org/

Scared to Shave? Ok, let them cut 10" off for Locks of Love! 

http://www.locksoflove.org/

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"Rejoice always! Pray constantly. Give thanks in everything, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (HCSB)

Hi!

I know it's been awhile, but what a crazy, snowy, January we've had!!!

I'm wasting no (more) time and jumping right into the requests:

Request #1: From BC- A 13teen yr. old boy who just had a cancerous tumor removed from his spine. the surgery went well they got 90% but he will have to go to Tennessee for further treatment and they are not sure of the outcome because it is a rare form only 9 cases reported in the US. His mother is a brand new Christian and needs our prayers to hold on to the little faith she has right now. His name is Andrew and her's is Regina.

Request #2: From BC- The second one is a couple in Haiti who are missionaries, the wife is nine months pregnant. they have arrested the husband but will not charge him with a crime but they also will not let him go. His name is David and they did not give her name.

Request #3: Cyndi - I got up extra early today....need to be at the hospital at 7am for Alex's surgery. Praying the surgery and recovery goes smoothly. (Tonsils Out today)

Request #4: As Dr. Tackett comments, please be in prayer for our brothers and sisters in Egypt: One of my former students is married and living in Cairo with their two precious children. Another student’s father is on dialysis there and needs to get to the hospital three times a week. She was visiting her brother in Australia when all of this happened and is wrestling with the “terrible worry that rises in my heart” for her family and for her country. This is not a minor situation. The outcome could be even more serious. Please pray that God will protect His children there and that He will bring this to a good end. http://deltackett.com/2011/01/28/praying-for-egypt/

Request #5:Connie- I am attending Dena's funeral today. Thirty-eight is far too young to die. Please keep her children, Karlee Jo and Carson, in your prayers.

Request #6: MJ- Our friend Chris and his family found out that the man across the street from them has broken into their home SEVERAL times and taken lots of things including jewelry and money. He apparently saw them hide a key for a friend, and let himself in. He has confessed to the police. No idea what will happen now, but they told them they should not expect to recover much if anything.

  

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Happy New Year 2011

Happy New Year 2011! 

I hope everyone has had a wonderful year! It's been what, 49 hours already? :-)

"Prayer wonderfully clears the vision; steadies the nerves; defines duty; stiffens the purpose; sweetens and strengthens the spirit."  S.D. Gordon 

Several Requests and Several Praises!!! 

Let's say one together to start out the New Year. You know, I always feel awkward writing out prayers for others to read, and worse when I try to pray over someone else's words. But, since this is a written/read medium, it's the best we can do! So, I'll type as I pray, then you pray your own words as you read. :-)

Keep new requests coming in! I love the ladies who always reply with a blessing for me. I love you ladies who don't too....here we go.

Dear Father In Heaven,

We thank You for this all new, fresh year. It's just the flip of a calendar page to us, but to You, it is all part of the big plan. We ask Lord God, that You would bless our families in this coming year. Keep us safe, healthy, and focused on doing Your will. Life is soooo very busy. Let us not lose sight of Your Truth. I pray that Your Holy Spirit will guide me as I lay down these words, cut and paste these requests, gather these ladies together to Praise You and ask for Your Hand to be on these Requests. Let us Really Believe that what Believe is REALLY REAL. A funny sounding phrase, but a very profound thought. Not my words Lord, but from my heart. Forgive us our sins, forgive us for not living up to Your perfect standards, but allow us to accept your forgiveness by believing in Your Son Jesus. Thank You for all You do and for all You are. In Jesus Name we Pray, Amen

Request #1: Amanda- Paul's Dad has been put on hospice care and they had to travel back down to Atlanta this weekend to see him.

Request #2: (1/2/10) Jessica- I just left the funeral home and I have never been to something so terrible. Seeing baby Will  covered up with his Sponge Bob blanket looking so peaceful. When I left, Libby and Billy were laying on the casket. I felt helpless...what can you say to them after such a tragedy? I hugged them, held them tight and cried with them. I cannot begin to imagine their pain. (Will is age 3, he died of cardiac arrest on 12/29)

Request #3: (12/29/10) Jessica- I am up to THREE lives lost in 24 hours. A friend lost her 3 year old son, Will, tonight to cardiac arrest. Then, Beau lost his battle with cancer last night. And, then there's Sally. I am heartbroken.

Update: Janie's hip replacement surgery went so well, that she went home late this afternoon. Please continue to pray for her speedy recovery w/o complications.(12/31/10)

Original Request: Please pray for Janie who is having a left total hip replacement today (12/29/10) at BHE@noon. Pray the Holy Spirit will comfort and give her peace during this time. Pray for a successful surgery and recovery w/o complications.

Request #4: Denise- is praying for a dear friend who has a rough day tomorrow (Monday, 1/3/11)! Please pray with me!! Thanks!!

Request #5: Shannon- The newly elected Mayor of our 5th Class City, Woodlawn Park (here in Louisville) has had a major stroke, 3 days after he was officially in office! He is very young too. Early 40s.

Praise #1: Samaritan's Purse International Relief Last week we were desperate for medical volunteers to serve in Haiti during Christmas & New Year's. This morning we learned that all needs have been met. We praise the Lord for his provision and thank you for your prayers!

Praise #2: Stephanie- Received the sacrament of BAPTISM today :) It feels wonderful to show my obedience to my Savior and participate in something He himself did as well. To know He loves me just the way I am is such a miracle. Praise Jesus!

Praise #3: Abby- I am so proud of my Lilly! She went forward this morning at church and told David she wants to be a Christian. Thank you Jesus!!

"Hold everything in your hands lightly, otherwise it hurts when God pries your fingers open."
— Corrie ten Boom

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"Rejoice always! Pray constantly. Give thanks in everything, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."


1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (HCSB)

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Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas!

Only 4 Days Remaining Until Christmas. I know these are heavy for the holidays, but life goes on no matter what. So, we need to be diligent in praying no matter what. I also realize I said I wasn't sending out another this week, but well, it wouldn't wait. :-)

²¹ She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins.”
 ²² All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet: ²³ “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel” (which means “God with us”). Matthew 1:21-23

Some Christmas readings from the Bible:
Luke 2 : 1-20, - Luke tells the traditional nativity story.

Matthew 1-2, - Joseph visited by an Angel and Story of the Magi.
John 1 : 1-18, - John's Gospel reveals how Jesus was destined to be born from the very beginning of time.
1 John 4:7-14 - Reminds us of God's love for us in giving His Son to be born as a human baby.
Isaiah 9:2,6,7  - The prophet Isaiah foretells the coming of the Prince of Peace.

Request #1: Robin- Friends of a friend were in a tragic accident last night. Julie, Rick & 8 yr old daughter, Hayley were going to Alabama to spend Christmas with family. Drunk driver hit them from behind & pushed them into the car in front. Hayley was killed instantly. Julie & Rick are in ICU in Huntsville. Rick's injuries are life-threatening. Pray for this innocent family who were torn apart because someone chose to drink & drive.

Request #2: Connie- A co-worker, Josh, stepped into his backyard to let their dogs potty and slipped on ice.  He has shattered his hip and will be having surgery today.  He's only 37 and may have to have a hip replacement.  The doctor told him and his wife that it's the worse hip break he's seen other than from car accidents.  The wife also works with me at the library and is "freaking out" to quote another co-worker.   With both of them out, we will be very short-staffed at the library, so say a prayer for us too!

Requests #3: Shannon- Original request (sent 12/17):
Just received news that my coworker Jan and her husband have just made the very difficult decision to discontinue his chemo treatments due to complications caused by the toxicity.  He had a scan done as well and chemo has not been working, which further validated their decision.  They have called in hospice and my coworker will be working from home during this difficult time.  Please pray for Jan and her husband. Update from Jan (as of 12/20):   As many of you are aware, my husband was  admitted to Hosparus at Norton Pavilion this morning. Given his condition,  they are speculating that he has very little time left - days to possibly a week.  They are doing what they can to keep him comfortable which is no longer possible at home.   I will not be working during this time. I appreciate all of your support during this very difficult time.

Request #4: Carmen- Ok so Noah hasn't been out of bed today, he is throwing up, headache, and high fever! Are you serious?!?! My poor kid can't get a break either!  No I kinda wish it was something like strep, instead of the unknown. He has done this 3 times in a week, might be migraines. He is worrying me to death, just hoping it is completely unrelated to the bump on his nose. Trying not to worry and patiently wait for pathology report. (4 hours ago)

Request #5 & Update: Brodie Family- We spent most of the afternoon and evening in the ICU Trauma unit again today. I received a phone call at 11:50 tonight that my sweet, kind-hearted Louisville adopted Mom had passed away 30 minutes after she was taken off life support. Cathern "Granny" Board was a wonderful, loving women of God with a true servants heart. Her smile & cheerful spirit will be missed! She & her husband were married 60 years!

Original Request: Katherine- Please pray for my Granny Board. She took a bad fall tonight and the doctors don't expect her to make it through the night. It's a really hard time as it is for the family. So please send a few prayers tonight. Thanks. 

Request #6: (Revised) Carrie- Makayla is having surgery over Christmas break to remove her tonsils and adenoids.  Makayla is in Kindergarten and very nervous and scared. Please remember to say a prayer for her over the Christmas break.  Her surgery is Tuesday the 21st!!!

Update: From Kelly- Jaxon is much better!!! It was strep and with antibiotics he is much better!!!

Original Request: My Poor Jaxon has a temp of 103. this morning....

Update: From Me! I was worried about Thomas before, and it turns out he also had strep (last week) and again, 1 day worth of antibiotics stopped it in its tracks! Thanks to God for penicillin!

This is another ladies' prayer group online that I found: Very cute!

http://srccgirlfriends.blogspot.com/2010/09/yada-yada-prayer-group.html

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"Rejoice always! Pray constantly. Give thanks in everything, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (HCSB)

Merry Christmas and December Requests!

Merry Christmas!

²¹ She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because He will save His people from their sins.”
 ²² All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had said through the prophet: ²³ “The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel” (which means “God with us”). Matthew 1:21-23

Some Christmas readings from the Bible:
Luke 2 : 1-20, - Luke tells the traditional nativity story.

Matthew 1-2, - Joseph visited by an Angel and Story of the Magi.
John 1 : 1-18, - John's Gospel reveals how Jesus was destined to be born from the very beginning of time.
1 John 4:7-14 - Reminds us of God's love for us in giving His Son to be born as a human baby.
Isaiah 9:2,6,7  - The prophet Isaiah foretells the coming of the Prince of Peace.

With Only 9 Days Remaining Until Christmas, I have attached several Christmas Prayers at the bottom. If you want to read more about them, you can look at the very bottom and I attached the links to these pages. 

Also, I learned a new trick on facebook that you may be interested in. You can go to the search box and type in "prayer" and at the bottom of the list click on "More Results for Prayer." This will give you anyone who has specifically asked for prayer recently.

Be safe in the ice and snow!!!! One little personal request: Thomas has popped up with a low grade fever today and sore throat. Ugg. Let's pray whatever it is will be gone soon!

Here is my Christmas Card to you, shared to me by several others already! It's soooo neat. Best one I've ever seen. Click Here: To See the Christmas Angel. 
Now, on with the iPrayers:

Request #1: From Carrie- Makayla is having surgery over Christmas break to remove her tonsils and adenoids.  Makayla is in Kindergarten and very nervous and scared. Please remember to say a prayer for her over the Christmas break.  I think her surgery may be scheduled for Monday the 20th.

Request #2: From Amber- I am asking for prayer today for my sister, Heather. She is having major surgery where she is having two of the vertebrae in her neck fused together. Please pray for wisdom for the doctors and guidance for their hands and a calming peace for my sister. Thank you so much to all my faithful prayer warriors!!!

Request #3: From Kelly- My Poor Jaxon has a temp of 103. this morning....

Request #4: From Gregory- It's sooo cold out! My prayer goes out to the homeless people that don't have any place to go. See we sometimes have to take the focus off ourself & think about the people that don't have. Just some food for thought!!!

Request #5: From Kayla- Just got back from seeing my grandmother. Please pray for her. She's doing better than yesterday, but still needs the power of prayer. I know you're a fighter, just fight harder. I love you Memaw.

Request #6: From Claire, A Chaplain- I am asking everyone to say a prayer for "Darkhorse" 3rd Battalion 5th Marines and their families. They are fighting it out in Afghanistan & they 

have lost 9 marines in 4 days. IT WOULD BE NICE TO SEE the message spread if more could pass it on, it would be greatly appreciated.

Request #7: From Susan- Please everyone , would you say a prayer for my cousin. He lives in Nicholasville and he has throat cancer and the Dr. said he has about 2 months to live. He is not a Christian :-(

Update: From Suzanne- ‎3 year old Steven Acree went home to be with the Lord 1:20pm Dec. 9....his short life has made a big impact on many...his courage, bravery and strength ...surely God had an amazing set up for him in heaven. Praise: The auction/dinner to raise money for Stevies' funeral, raised more than enough to meet their goal! 

From Previous iPrayer Request: Suzanne - Please pray for my friend Amy's nephew Stevey...he is 3 years old and has been in remission for the past 8 or so months...The medulla blastoma is back. 

Previous Update: My dear friend Amy's nephew has been sent home with hospice, there is nothing else they can do for him. They do not have the money to pay for his funeral.

Wave 3 News Article: LA GRANGE, KY (WAVE) - 3 year-old Steven Acree's cancer has returned in the worse case. He had been in remission for over a year, making improvement and thought to be doing well. When Steven started throwing up and complaining of pain. His parents, Josh and Lisa Acree, thought it was a stomach flu but quickly found that it was a result of the large growing tumor on his brain and  and small ones on nodules. Doctors sent Steven home with hospice telling him and his family he doesn't have much longer to live. Steven passed away on December 9.

Steven has 3 siblings, Shane 10, Lindzey 9, and Sammy 4. His parents are Josh and Lisa Acree.

Request #8: Katherine- Please pray for my Granny Board. She took a bad fall tonight and the doctors don't expect her to make it through the night. It's a really hard time as it is for the family. So please send a few prayers tonight. Thanks. 

Merry Christmas!!!!!

“Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. ¹¹Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. ¹² This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” Luke 2:10

A Christmas Prayer

Ah, dearest Jesus, holy Child,
Make thee a bed, soft, undefiled,
Within my heart, that it may be
A quiet chamber kept for Thee.

My heart for very joy doth leap,
My lips no more can silence keep,
I too must sing, with joyful tongue,
That sweetest ancient song,

Glory to God in highest heaven,
Who unto man His Son hath given
While angels sing with pious mirth.
A glad new year to all the earth!
Martin Luther
A reflective Christmas prayer :
Father God, When your precious Son became a tiny baby in a stable in Bethlehem in poverty and simplicity, you changed our world. As we imagine those surroundings, we join with the shepherds and the wise men in wonder and praise. We thank you for our material lives, praise you for our spiritual lives, and trust in you for our eternal life. Amen.

At present opening time :Lord Jesus, Wise men travelled for miles to bring you the first Christmas presents. So may we, too, remember with thankful hearts the love that comes with each present we open.  We also thank you for the amazing love you have for each of us, and we thank you for the many gifts that you give us. Amen


For those who work on Christmas Day :
Lord.  As I spend today going about my work, help me to put aside any bitterness that I'm not celebrating at home with loved ones. I ask you, Loving Father, to give me a special sense of your presence as I meet people, that I may shed on them the light of the Bethlehem Star, the Spirit of Christmas. Amen.

Children's Dinner Blessing

Happy Birthday, Jesus! We are happy because today is your special day, you were born today, just for us.. We thank you that you came from heaven to earth just for us. Thank you for all you did for us when you were here with us. You taught us how to love each other, help us to remember to be more loving. You taught us how to do the right thing, remind us that you are with us, even when we think no one is looking. We thank you that you didn't just stay a baby in a cradle but you grew up to be our savior and died on the cross for our sins. We thank you that you didn't stay dead but you came alive and went to heaven, opening a way so we can go there too, someday. Thank you for this food and for all our family and friends. Thank you for everyone who helped make this a great day. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Here are the links:

http://oldhamcounty.wave3.com/content/spaghetti-dinner-help-family-steven-acree?utm_source=fcbkiconbig

http://www.jacquielawson.com/viewcard.asp?code=2007134554829

http://www.prayerguide.org.uk/christmas.htm

http://www.prayer-and-prayers.info/christmas-prayers/

http://blessingsofchristmas.com/christmaspraymeals2.html

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"Rejoice always! Pray constantly. Give thanks in everything, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (HCSB)

Christian Fish

Week of December 1st, 2010

Hi again!

Hoping you all had a great Thanksgiving Week and are starting to get some of your Christmas decorations up now! I know my kids have been casually mentioning that our house doesn't have any lights up on the outside, or that we don't have a Christmas Tree up yet, nearly every day! My favorite was Grace, "Now, keep an eye out for lights on our neighbors' houses...."

We only have 4 real Requests this time, but most pretty serious. Great news is, we have just as many Praises! 

I have been trying to give a bit of history on each of the Updates we receive, and this time I have given a very extensive history on one, but I hate hearing someone asking for help, and I don't really know what to pray for, so if it helps, you can read it, if not, no harm done! :-)

Just FYI, I will probably only be sending these iprayer lists out a couple times during the holidays, unless of course we receive anything urgent! 

Here we go!!!

Request #1: From Denise- A fire began in the apt directly above Grandma's apartment. She was in her apt when the blaze started & was quickly evacuated w/ Little Girl, (her cat!)

Update: Praise God! I'm thankful that Grandma & Little Girl are safe at our house - many items that were in totes are now in storage.  Bldg to be completely boarded up Friday. Her apt was one of the worst. Keep the prayers coming!! Back to apt hunting!

Request #2: From Suzanne - Please pray for my friend Amy's nephew Stevey...he is 3 years old and has been in remission for the past 8 or so months...thank you in advance for praying with us! From Amy: The medulla blastoma is back. 1 tumor on the left base part of his brain & 3 nodules on the right hemisphere. Please pray for healing & peace for him & family. 

Update: My dear friend Amy's nephew has been sent home with hospice, there is nothing else they can do for him...he is 3 years old. Please pray for him and the family. They do not have the money to pay for his funeral.

Request #3: From Amber - I need prayers for my princess. She fell while working with one of her therapists today and landed on her face ... 30 seconds later she started seizing. She immediately fell asleep ... which scares me because of her hitting her head. I am not sure how to help her ... interrupting her sleep causes a seizure but letting her sleep could be bad after a fall. Thank goodness Jesus is watching over her and not just me! 

Update:  Thank you all so much for your support through prayers, everything went well at the hospital with Reagan ... we are now home and just have to keep a close eye on her for the next 24 hours. She's sleeping soundly in her bed and I am stalking her on the video monitor. Praying for no more seizures!

History on Amber's baby girl Reagan: 

Reagan has been having seizures since she was first born.

August 14, 2009 at 12:17am I desperately need prayers for Reagan ... tonight she stopped breathing and turned blue. We experienced this with Rylan but it's still so incredibly scary to see your newborn baby turn blue. We are trying a few different things for the next 24 hours but if it happens again she will be going to the NICU to be monitored and to rule out seizures. Please, please keep her in your prayers!!! 

August 17, 2009 at 4:04pm Reagan's Update: It's been a very, VERY rough day. After having three serious seizures within three hours (closer together than any have been before and her heartrate dropped to the 50s) the doctors have become gravely concerned. After much prayer and many, many tears, we consented to a spinal tap, which she came through like a trooper. She is still going through the EEG so I'll post more when it's finished tonight. 

December 1, 2009 at 8:45am We definitely appreciate all of your prayers ... we so desperately need them right now! Reagan had her 13th seizure this morning and her oxygen levels dropped to 8 and she turned completely blue. She finally began breathing (after five doctors and nine nurses came running) but it took her 20 minutes to come out of her seizure which is not normal. Please pray for her to recover completely! 

April 2010 Reagan has an extremely rare chromosomal abnormality. We were initially given a wide range of potential problems, which is why I was so nervous about our appt. yesterday. We found out, though, that while Reagan may still face some problems in life, she has a greater chance of not facing severe ones. They were encouraged by what all she can already do and *anticipate* a FULL life for her! 

November 6 at 9:31am  Today I am thankful for the prayers of amazing friends and family! I am thankful that my baby girl smiled at me hours after her seizures when it usually takes a day for her to even recognize anyone. I am thankful that she's gotten a good night's sleep (even if I didn't!). I am thankful that GOD is always in control!

November 20 at 11:00am  Have I ever mentioned how much I hate seizures? Especially when they inflict themselves on my baby girl. Even after experiencing over 100 with her, I get sick to my stomach and want to cry. It's just another opportunity to trust God even more!

December 2 at 1:15 pm I need prayers for my princess. She fell while working with one of her therapists today and landed on her face ... 30 seconds later she started seizing. She immediately fell asleep ... which scares me because of her hitting her head. I am not sure how to help her ... interrupting her sleep causes a seizure but letting her sleep could be bad after a fall. Thank goodness Jesus is watching over her and not just me!

 

December 2 at 10:15pm  Thank you all so much for your support through prayers, calls, texts and emails. I have been so encouraged today by my friends and family! Everything went well at the hospital with Reagan ... we are now home and just have to keep a close eye on her for the next 24 hours. She's sleeping soundly in her bed and I am stalking her on the video monitor. Praying for no more seizures!

Update! Praise!!! Connie- Update on my friend, Shirley.  Further tests showed NO CANCER!  Thank you for your prayers.  Praise be to God for His grace and mercy!

History:
Connie- A high school friend, Shirley, has 2 spots on two different ribs that doctors say is a 50/50 chance of cancer.  This is overwhelming because she just lost her brother to cancer three weeks ago.  Her husband also battled cancer this past year and is currently in remission.

Praise & Request #4: My brother Bill and his wife Sarah had their new baby Tuesday night at 6:33pm! Adam was 6 lbs 15 oz and 18.5 inches long. Let's pray that their 3rd baby boy will be a joy, a good sleeper, and continue doing a great job eating!

Praise! AB- What joy it brings to my soul to know that my son has asked Jesus into his heart and that he will be baptized this Sunday!!! I can remember so clearly praying over him while I was still pregnant (and every day since) that he would have a personal relationship with Jesus and I am overwhelmed at seeing this prayer answered. I can't wait to celebrate his baptism in Sunday!

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"Rejoice always! Pray constantly. Give thanks in everything, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (HCSB)