Christ in our home: A loving community

Christ in our home: A loving community: Colossians 3:12-17 Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.  (v. 14) Dear God, he...

A loving community

Colossians 3:12-17

Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony.  (v. 14)

Dear God, help me focus on your love and not on trivial things.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  The new year

Amen to that !

Christ in our home: First Sunday after Christmas

Christ in our home: First Sunday after Christmas: Luke 2:41-52 When he was twelve years old, they went up as usual for the festival.  (v. 42) Jesus, gift of all life, help us to seek ...

First Sunday after Christmas

Luke 2:41-52

When he was twelve years old, they went up as usual for the festival.  (v. 42)

Jesus, gift of all life, help us to seek your wisdom this day.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Children with learning disabilities

Amen to that

I have fond memories of Christmas's past ..  no so present.

Off to church after I publish this post.

Christ in our home: A dance party for Jesus

Christ in our home: A dance party for Jesus: Psalm 148 Young men and women alike, old and young together!  Let them praise . . . the Lord.  (vv. 12-13) God, help me celebrate you...

A dance party for Jesus

Psalm 148

Young men and women alike, old and young together!  Let them praise . . . the Lord.  (vv. 12-13)

God, help me celebrate your love for me in Christ Jesus with my heart, my soul, and my body.   In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who have not felt joy for a long time

That would be me

Christ in our home: The Holy Innocents, Martyrs

Christ in our home: The Holy Innocents, Martyrs: Rachel weeping for her children;  she refused to be consoled, because they are no more.  (v. 18) Lord Jesus, hear our prayers, even whe...

The Holy Innocents, Martyrs

Rachel weeping for her children;  she refused to be consoled, because they are no more.  (v. 18)

Lord Jesus, hear our prayers, even when they come in the form of tears.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Children living in refugee camps

My prayer today is Topeka rescue mission volunteers with Barry Feaker in charge and all the good charities today ...   just be vigilant with them.

And yes, I had a good night's sleep ...   with Edgar :)

He was barking for some reason, maybe having a bag doggie dream

Christ in our home: John, Apostle and Evangelist

Christ in our home: John, Apostle and Evangelist: If it is my will that he remain until I come, what is that to you?  (v. 23) God, help me to rejoice in the ways you shower all people w...

John, Apostle and Evangelist

If it is my will that he remain until I come, what is that to you?  (v. 23)

God, help me to rejoice in the ways you shower all people with your gracious love, through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Missionaries

My prayer concern is ME

and my wife

Stephen, Deacon and Martyr

Acts 7:51-60

Filled with the Holy Spirit, he gazed into heaven and saw the glory of God.  (v. 55)

Prayer concern:  Those having suicidal thoughts

Thinking of my fellow veterans when I pray for those thinking of suicide.  I once applied to work at the VA for that purpose also.

NO ...  They only wanted professionals.  I tried to tell them that I have  P(ile) H(igh) D(eeper) degree :)

Christ in our home: Christmas Day

Christ in our home: Christmas Day: Psalm 96 Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice.  (v. 11) Dear God, help us to be glad and to sing songs of hope.  In the...

Christmas Day

Psalm 96

Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice.  (v. 11)

Dear God, help us to be glad and to sing songs of hope.  In the name of our newborn king Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who are missing loved ones today

My 1st cousin Darvy

My Kodak camera battery died ...  I'm still alive and blogging.


MERRY CHRISTMAS

Christ in our home: Christmas Eve

Christ in our home: Christmas Eve: Luke 2:1-14 {15-20} Let us go now to Bethlehem and see this thing that has taken place.  (v. 15) Jesus, on the eve of your birth, we ...

Christmas Eve

Luke 2:1-14 {15-20}

Let us go now to Bethlehem and see this thing that has taken place.  (v. 15)

Jesus, on the eve of your birth, we celebrate life and life-giving moments.  In your name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who are traveling today

Like the family and friends for my cousin Darvy's funeral.

Sad day for me ...   missing my JKM family

Christ in our home: Fourth Sunday of Advent

Christ in our home: Fourth Sunday of Advent: Luke 1:39-45 [46-55} The child leapt in her womb.  And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit.  (v. 41) God, help me see your glor...

Fourth Sunday of Advent

Luke 1:39-45 [46-55}

The child leapt in her womb.  And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit.  (v. 41)

God, help me see your glory in the ordinary and extraordinary events that happen every day.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concerns:  Parents of newborns

My prayer concern:   Getting the hackers out !!!

Christ in our home: It's just a sandwich, right?

Christ in our home: It's just a sandwich, right?: Hebrews 10:5-10 We have been sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all.  (v. 10) Prayer concern:  Thos...

It's just a sandwich, right?

Hebrews 10:5-10

We have been sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all.  (v. 10)

Prayer concern:  Those in need of your random act of kindness

Been the  ...  done that

RIP  coz Darvy

Christ in our home: Unexpected angels

Christ in our home: Unexpected angels: Psalm 80:1-7 Restore us, O God of hosts;  let your face shine, that we may be saved.  (v. 7) O God of hosts, shine your grace upon us...

Unexpected angels

Psalm 80:1-7

Restore us, O God of hosts;  let your face shine, that we may be saved.  (v. 7)

O God of hosts, shine your grace upon us through Christ, that we may be saved.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Nursing home residents and staff

Amen to that

Christ in our home: Soli Deo Gloria

Christ in our home: Soli Deo Gloria: Micah 5:2-5a And he shall be the one of peace.  (v. 5) O come, O come, Emmanuel, and place your peace within my heart.  In Jesus'...

Soli Deo Gloria

Micah 5:2-5a

And he shall be the one of peace.  (v. 5)

O come, O come, Emmanuel, and place your peace within my heart.  In Jesus' name I pray.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those feeling exhausted by the season

Praying for my 1st cousin Darvin *darvy* Holter.  He is in a hospice room as of last night ...   per a text from my sister.

Christ in our home: Snacks help

Christ in our home: Snacks help: Isaiah 42:10-18 These are the things I will do, and I will not forsake them.  (v. 16) God, help me to be patient as you smooth the r...

Snacks help

Isaiah 42:10-18

These are the things I will do, and I will not forsake them.  (v. 16)

God, help me to be patient as you smooth the rough places in my life.  In Jesus' name.  Amen

Prayer concern:  Those waiting to be parents

I will attempt to locate the writers of these articles and add them to my address book.

AMEN

Feisty for the faith

Acts 28:23-31

He lived there . . . teaching about the Lord Jesus Christ with all boldness.  (vv. 30.31)

O Lord, thank you for all Spirit-led encouragers in my life.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Faith mentors and counselors

My prayer is always the same

Thanks be to God

Picture of lies

Isaiah 11:1-9

He shall not judge by what his eyes see, or decide by what his ears hear.  (v. 3)

God, give me faith to look to the good of the world.  It's not perfect, but it's yours and that means it's good.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Families trying to do their best

Amen to that ...  I can relate

Please pray for my JKM estranged family too ...

Third Sunday of Advent

The people were filled with expectation.  (v. 15)

God, help me wait for Christ's coming with expectation, knowing that the best is yet to come, through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those feeling blue this holiday season

YUP

Christ in our home: Every circumstance

Christ in our home: Every circumstance: Philippians 4:4-7 Rejoice in the Lord always;  again I will say, Rejoice.  (v. 4) I will rejoice in you, dear God.  Help me rejoice i...

Every circumstance

Philippians 4:4-7

Rejoice in the Lord always;  again I will say, Rejoice.  (v. 4)

I will rejoice in you, dear God.  Help me rejoice in every circumstance.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Prisoners and jail guards

I can relate

Christ in our home: Just trust

Christ in our home: Just trust: Isaiah 12:2-6 I will trust, and not be afraid.  (v. 2) I trust you, Lord.  Please help me overcome my distrust.  In Jesus' name. ...

Just trust

Isaiah 12:2-6

I will trust, and not be afraid.  (v. 2)

I trust you, Lord.  Please help me overcome my distrust.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those coping with betrayal

Like me with my neighbors and the city

Oh well

Justice will prevail ...   use the Internet to do so.

Christ in our home: The power of song

Christ in our home: The power of song: Zephaniah 3:14-20 He will exult over you with loud singing as on the day of festival.  (vv. 17, 18) Help us sing for joy, dear God, e...

The power of song

Zephaniah 3:14-20

He will exult over you with loud singing as on the day of festival.  (vv. 17, 18)

Help us sing for joy, dear God, even as you sing with joy over us.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Church musicians and choir directors

Well hello !!!   That would be us :)

Christ in our home: Remember what matters

Christ in our home: Remember what matters: 2 Peter 1:12-15 I think it right, as long as I am in this body, to refresh your memory.  (v. 13) Keep me mindful, dear God, of what ...

Remember what matters

2 Peter 1:12-15

I think it right, as long as I am in this body, to refresh your memory.  (v. 13)

Keep me mindful, dear God, of what is most important . . . your merciful love for me, through Christ Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Accountants, financial planners

Amen to that

And the video reflects that too

Thank you Donald Trump for all you do.

Team spirit

Isaiah 19:18-25

Blessed be Egypt my people, and Assyria the work of my hands, and Israel my heritage.  (v. 25)

Holy One, help us to see you presence in those who are strangers to us.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Lutheran Immigration and Refugee

Just ignore the video ...

Christ in our home: Bedspreads

Christ in our home: Bedspreads: Isaiah 40:1-11 Comfort, O comfort my people, says your God.  (v. 1) Lord, comfort me with your promises of a new day, in Christ.  Am...

Bedspreads

Isaiah 40:1-11

Comfort, O comfort my people, says your God.  (v. 1)

Lord, comfort me with your promises of a new day, in Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Textile workers

My prayer concern is the same as before in previous blogs.

I have a new smart phone ..  the operator needs to hire a 12 year old to try to figure out how to use it to the glory of GOD. ...   anybody?

Maybe a call to Sprint will help me out.

Christ in our home: Second Sunday of Advent

Christ in our home: Second Sunday of Advent: Luke 3:1-6 The word of God came to John son of Zechariah in the wilderness.  (v. 2) Lord, help us to see signs along the way pointin...

Second Sunday of Advent

Luke 3:1-6

The word of God came to John son of Zechariah in the wilderness.  (v. 2)

Lord, help us to see signs along the way pointing us to where you are caling us to act.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Leaders of Bible study groups

That would be me ...   using the Internet to do so

Heading for church in a bit.

Christ in our home: One and done

Christ in our home: One and done: Hebrews 9:24-28 {Christ} has appeared once for all . . . to remove sin by the sacrifice of himself.  (v. 26) Prayer concern:  Housek...

One and done

Hebrews 9:24-28

{Christ} has appeared once for all . . . to remove sin by the sacrifice of himself.  (v. 26)

Prayer concern:  Housekeepers and maintenance workers

My prayer concern:  My family

Christ in our home: A peculiar career path

Christ in our home: A peculiar career path: Luke 1:68-79 You will go before the Lord to prepare his ways.  (v. 76) Holy God, prepare us to welcome Christ with repentance and joy...

A peculiar career path

Luke 1:68-79

You will go before the Lord to prepare his ways.  (v. 76)

Holy God, prepare us to welcome Christ with repentance and joy this season.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those facing career choices and changes

John, listen to this and reply in kind.

You father loves you.

A generous faith

Malachi 3:1-4

The messenger of the covenant in whom you delight - - - indeed, he is coming.  (v. 1)

Thank you, Lord, for all who live a generous faith.  Inspire us to do the same.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Children in foster care

FYI:  My battery died in the middle of my video ..  If you want to read what I would have read, get a copy of Christ in our home, here's the info:

CHRIST IN OUR HOME
Augsburg Fortress
P.O. Box 1553
Minneapolis, MN
55440-8730

Words matter

Philippians 1:12-18a

What does it matter?  Just this, that Christ is proclaimed in every way. (v. 18)

God, let our words and deeds today in every way.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Campus ministry sites

My prayer concern today:  The family and friends of my hero

GEORGE HW BUSH

RIP my friend in Christ

Watching the funeral today

Pray for justice for us too ...

AMEN

A necessary note

Malachi 4:1-6

Lo, I will send you the prophet Elijah.  (v. 5)

Holy Spirit, give me the will to repent in preparation for the coming Savior.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Strained relationships among friends

How about among family too ..

I am NOT allowed to see my only grandchild Madeline

Far-reaching kingdom

Daniel 7:19-27

All dominions shall serve and obey.  (v. 27)

Ancient of Days, use my words and deeds to be a witness to Christ this day.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  ELCA  Young Adults in Global Mission

Christ in our home: Luke 21:25-36

Christ in our home: Luke 21:25-36: First Sunday of Advent When you see these things taking place, you know that the kingdom of God is near.  (v. 31) Prayer concern:  Ho...

Luke 21:25-36

First Sunday of Advent

When you see these things taking place, you know that the kingdom of God is near.  (v. 31)

Prayer concern:  Hospice nurses, volunteers, and grief counselors

I'm reminded of the Westboro Baptist Cult when reading this

As the Lord sees us

1 Thessalonians 3:9-13

And may the Lord make you increase and abound in love for one another and for all, just as we abound in love for you.  (v. 12)

Let our hearts increase and abound in love for each other, Holy God, through Christ our Lord.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Communities mired in conflict

Like my neighbors and the city ? ... 

Christ in our home: Andrew, Apostle

Christ in our home: Andrew, Apostle: John 1:35-42 He first found his brother Simon and said to him, "We have found the Messiah."  (v. 41) God, make us worthy bu...

Andrew, Apostle

John 1:35-42

He first found his brother Simon and said to him, "We have found the Messiah."  (v. 41)

God, make us worthy builders of your church, through Jesus Christ our Lord.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Mission churches in America

Old Farm Church
5112 1/2 SW 33rd ST
Topeka Kansas

From Thanksgiving to Advent

Psalm 136:1-3

A way to begin our evening together

This is a final prayer from our weekly bible study on Wednesday night at OSLC Topeka KS

Thanks Sally & Pastor Jim for this prayer last night.

Not always what they seem

Psalm 25:1-10

Make me to know your ways, O Lord;  teach me your paths.  (v. 4)

Good and gracious God, thank you for your gift of prayer.  In Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Construction workers

TRUST BUT VERIFY ...  Ronald Reagan

Christ in our home: The gift of waiting

Christ in our home: The gift of waiting: Jeremiah 33:14-16 The days are surely coming, says the Lord.  (v. 14) Teach us to wait, O God, on your goodness and mercy, through Ch...

The gift of waiting

Jeremiah 33:14-16

The days are surely coming, says the Lord.  (v. 14)

Teach us to wait, O God, on your goodness and mercy, through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Speech and occupational therapists

GOD GRANT ME PATIENCE ...

AND I WANT IT RIGHT NOW ...   LOL :)

Christ in our home: Pastoral care

Christ in our home: Pastoral care: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22 Esteem them very highly in love because of their work.  (v. 13) Gracious God, help us to lead the holy lives ...

Pastoral care

1 Thessalonians 5:12-22

Esteem them very highly in love because of their work.  (v. 13)

Gracious God, help us to lead the holy lives to which you call all of us.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Congregations in conflict

And thank you to all the pastors in my Lutheran life:

Bersagel
Larson
Loddigs
Stulon (sp?)
Iserhagen
Candea-Krum (sp)
Sponheim
Peters


to name a few ...   thank you

Christ in our home: Doing Battle

Christ in our home: Doing Battle: John 16:25-33 But take courage;  I have conquered the world!  (v. 33) Almighty God, thank you for your love and for your Son, in whos...

Doing Battle

John 16:25-33

But take courage;  I have conquered the world!  (v. 33)

Almighty God, thank you for your love and for your Son, in whose name we pray.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those battling anxiety

That would be my wife of many years.

Love you babe ...   we'll get through this too !!

Christ in our home: Christ the King

Christ in our home: Christ the King: John 18:33-37 For this I was born, and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth.  (v. 37) Nourish our faith and trust ...

Christ the King

John 18:33-37

For this I was born, and for this I came into the world, to testify to the truth.  (v. 37)

Nourish our faith and trust in you, O God, that we may testify to your truth through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who fee estranged from God

You'res truly can relate.

Christ in our home: Affirmation

Christ in our home: Affirmation: Revelation 1:4b-8 So it is to be.  Amen.  (v. 7) Illumine our hearts and minds, O God, and draw us nearer to you, through Chrsit Jesu...

Affirmation

Revelation 1:4b-8

So it is to be.  Amen.  (v. 7)

Illumine our hearts and minds, O God, and draw us nearer to you, through Chrsit Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  College students

Watch, listen, and reply in kind.

Amen

Christ in our home: Prayer covers us all

Christ in our home: Prayer covers us all: 1 Timothy 2:1-7 I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings should be made for everyone.  (v.1) Most Holy G...

Prayer covers us all

1 Timothy 2:1-7

I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings should be made for everyone.  (v.1)

Most Holy God, thank you for this day.  Help us to spend all our days in Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Brothers and sisters in Christ

Amen to that

l8r

Thanksgiving, USA

Matthew 6:25-33

Do not worry about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink.  (v. 25)

Feed us with your word, O Lord, so that we may fill up one another with love, through Christ Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who are working today

that would be firemen, police, health care ,etc.

Thanks be to GOD

God's permanent prescence

Psalm 93

You are from everlasting.  (v. 2)

Holy God, you are sovereign over all and we praise you.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Seminary students and professors

Amen to that

To turn toward

Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14

His clothing was white as snow, and the hair on his head like pure wool.  (v. 9)

Grow our trust in you, O God, that we may turn to you always, through Christ Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those with no shelter from the elements

The immigrant "invaders" come to mind.

BUILD THE WALL !!!  (WITH GATES!)

Christ in our home: On movement and stillness

Christ in our home: On movement and stillness: Mark 13:9-23 And the good news must first be proclaimed to all nations.  (v. 10) Abide in us, O Christ, as we follow your light and ...

On movement and stillness

Mark 13:9-23

And the good news must first be proclaimed to all nations.  (v. 10)

Abide in us, O Christ, as we follow your light and love.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Christians persecuted for their faith

Have I been persecuted for my faith? .. .  (just wondering)

Christ in our home: A princess who served

Christ in our home: A princess who served: Hebrews 10:11-14 (15-18) 19-25 Let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good deeds.  (v. 24) Turn our hearts to you, O...

A princess who served

Hebrews 10:11-14 (15-18) 19-25

Let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good deeds.  (v. 24)

Turn our hearts to you, O Christ, that we may love one another as you have commanded.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Cancer patients and their caregivers

Amen to that ...


I'm back too

Christ in our home: Violence, chaos, evil, and hope

Christ in our home: Violence, chaos, evil, and hope: Daniel 12:1-3 There shall be a time of anguish.  (v.1) Protecting God, in times of violence, chaos and evil, give us your peace, thr...

Violence, chaos, evil, and hope

Daniel 12:1-3

There shall be a time of anguish.  (v.1)

Protecting God, in times of violence, chaos and evil, give us your peace, through Christ Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those living in war-torn countries

Amen to that

Christ in our home: Being blessed

Christ in our home: Being blessed: Ruth 4:7-22 May the Lord make the woman who is coming into your house like Rachel and Leah.  (v. 11) Loving God, thank you for blessi...

Being blessed

Ruth 4:7-22

May the Lord make the woman who is coming into your house like Rachel and Leah.  (v. 11)

Loving God, thank you for blessing me.  Send me to be a blessing in the lives of others.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Newlyweds

Brianna Holter (my great niece)

It's OK to ask for help

Then {Ruth} told {Naomi} all that {Boaz} had done for her.  (3:16)

Providing God, thank you for all who help me.  Strengthen me to serve as a helper to others.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those living with dementia and their families

Amen to that

bye-bye

Christ in our home: How did this happen to me?

Christ in our home: How did this happen to me?: Ruth 1:1-22 Your people shall be y people, and your God my God.  (v. 16) Present God, when I'm facing unexpected changes, remind ...

How did this happen to me?

Ruth 1:1-22

Your people shall be y people, and your God my God.  (v. 16)

Present God, when I'm facing unexpected changes, remind me of your constant presence.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Widows and widowers

Anitra Holter ...   my sister-in-law

Our Place in the world

Today's adult bible study

Twenty-fifth Sunday after Pentecost

Mark 12:38-44

They devour widows' houses.  (v. 40)

Giving God, as you take care of me, help me to take care of others.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Veterans and their families

Christ in our home: One and done

Christ in our home: One and done: Hebrews 9:24-28 {Christ} has appeared once for all . . . to remove sin by the sacrifice of himself.  (v. 26) Forgiving God, thank you...

One and done

Hebrews 9:24-28

{Christ} has appeared once for all . . . to remove sin by the sacrifice of himself.  (v. 26)

Forgiving God, thank you for your permanent gift of forgiveness in Christ.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Housekeepers and maintenance workers

That would be Sally & me.

bye-bye for now.

Christ in our home: Leadership

Christ in our home: Leadership: Psalm 146 Happy are they whose help is the God of Jacob.  (v. 5) Dear God, when all around us is changing, help us to place our trust...

Leadership

Psalm 146

Happy are they whose help is the God of Jacob.  (v. 5)

Dear God, when all around us is changing, help us to place our trust in you.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Government workers

THANK YOU DONALD J. TRUMP FOR ALL YOU DO !!!

Christ in our home: Scarcity and abundance

Christ in our home: Scarcity and abundance: 1 Kings 17:8-16 Bring me a little water in a vessel, so that I may drink.  (v. 10) Abundant God, when I see scarcity, remind me of yo...

Scarcity and abundance

1 Kings 17:8-16

Bring me a little water in a vessel, so that I may drink.  (v. 10)

Abundant God, when I see scarcity, remind me of your promised abundance.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who are malnourished or hungry

Amen to that.

My prayer concern is to my wife Sally ...  LOVE YA BABE!!

Not to worry about finances ...

For whom would you die?

Romans 5:6-11

Christ died for the ungodly.  (v. 6)

Forgiving God, help me to give to others as you have given to me.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those living on the margins of society

UFFDA

Christ in our home: Forgiving and for giving

Christ in our home: Forgiving and for giving: Deuteronomy 15:1-11 Give liberally and be ungrudging when you do so.  (v. 10) Generous God, as you forgive me through Christ, help me...

Forgiving and for giving

Deuteronomy 15:1-11

Give liberally and be ungrudging when you do so.  (v. 10)

Generous God, as you forgive me through Christ, help me to forgive others too.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Volunteer reading and language tutors

My prayer concern for today:  VOTE REPUBLICAN

Christ in our home: The treatment of women

Christ in our home: The treatment of women: Numbers 36:1-13 The descendants of the tribe of Joseph are right in what they are saying.  (v. 5) Loving God, when anyone is being mi...

The treatment of women

Numbers 36:1-13

The descendants of the tribe of Joseph are right in what they are saying.  (v. 5)

Loving God, when anyone is being mistreated, help me proclaim your love for all.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Lawyers and lawmakers

UFFDA !!!  (my battery died in the middle of my ranting)

All Saints Sunday

John 11:32-44

Did I not tell you that if you believed, you would see the glory of God?  (v. 40)

Life-giving God, in the midst of death, help me to see resurrection life.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who are grieving

Ronald *ronny* Holter 11/17/1938-09/16/2018  rip in my brother

Christ in our home: Wiping away the tears

Christ in our home: Wiping away the tears: Revelation 21:1-6a God himself will be with them;  he will wipe every tear from their eyes.  (vv. 3-4) God of new life, be with us a...

Wiping away the tears

Revelation 21:1-6a

God himself will be with them;  he will wipe every tear from their eyes.  (vv. 3-4)

God of new life, be with us as we mourn, and wipe away all our tears.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who are near death today

Amen to that

Christ in our home: Who is in charge?

Christ in our home: Who is in charge?: Psalm 24 The earth is the Lord's and all that is in it.  (v. 1) Ruling God, when I'm feeling overwhelmed, help me to see that...

Who is in charge?

Psalm 24

The earth is the Lord's and all that is in it.  (v. 1)

Ruling God, when I'm feeling overwhelmed, help me to see that you're still in charge.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those in positions of authority

Thank you Donald J. Trump for all you do

Amen

Christ in our home: Comfort food

Christ in our home: Comfort food: Isaiah 25:6-9 The Lord of hosts will make for all peoples a feast of rich food.  (v. 6) God, thank you for swallowing up death and gi...

Comfort food

Isaiah 25:6-9

The Lord of hosts will make for all peoples a feast of rich food.  (v. 6)

God, thank you for swallowing up death and giving me new life, through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who prepare food for others

That would be my wife and sister along with many others from our church and elsewhere.

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Terminal greed

2 Peter 2:1-10

And in their greed, they will exploit you with deceptive words.  (v. 3)

Gracious God, give me the wisdom to recognize truth from your Son, Jesus Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those wrestling with greed

Reminder:  FEAR AND GREED ...   runs the stock market ...   BEWARE !!!

Christ in our home: Persistent prayer

Christ in our home: Persistent prayer: Psalm 119:17-24 Deal bountifully with your servant, so that I may live and observe your word.  (v. 17) Father, keep us mindful of you...

Persistent prayer

Psalm 119:17-24

Deal bountifully with your servant, so that I may live and observe your word.  (v. 17)

Father, keep us mindful of you and prayerful at all times, In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those in need of your prayers

Like all of us.

Christ in our home: Discernment

Christ in our home: Discernment: 1 John 4:1-6 Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits.  (v. 1) Lord Jesus, teach me to know your voice and share yo...

Discernment

1 John 4:1-6

Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits.  (v. 1)

Lord Jesus, teach me to know your voice and share your love.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Prayer partners

My wife and anybody who would like to reply in kind.

My church friends

My family

My government

Everybody

Christ in our home: Reformation Sunday

Christ in our home: Reformation Sunday: John 8:31-36 Very truly, I tell you, everyone who commits a sin is a slave to sin.  (v. 34) Jesus, thank you for your sacrifice.  Fo...

Reformation Sunday

John 8:31-36

Very truly, I tell you, everyone who commits a sin is a slave to sin.  (v. 34)

Jesus, thank you for your sacrifice.  Forgive me when I refuse your love and forgiveness.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who feel they are unforgivable

And pray for the immigrants coming up from Guatemala

Free towing

Romans 3:19-28

For we hold that a person is justified by faith apart from works prescribed by the law.  (v. 28)

Thank you. God, for the loving gift of Christ Jesus, who delivers us from the ditches of our lives.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Tow truck drivers and mechanics

That would be my neighbor across the street ..  Todd Moore of Camel towing

Fear's antidote

Psalm 46

Therefore we will not fear, though the earth should change.  (v. 2)

Thank you, God, for meeting me in prayer and holding me close when I am afraid.  Come, Lord Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those immobilized by fear

Like traders / investors in the stock market

Christ in our home: Remember me

Christ in our home: Remember me: Jeremiah 31:31-34 I will put my law within them, and I will write it on their hearts.  (v. 33) Holy God, thank you for your law that ...

Remember me

Jeremiah 31:31-34

I will put my law within them, and I will write it on their hearts.  (v. 33)

Holy God, thank you for your law that guides us and Jesus who leads us by your Spirit.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those seeking a living faith

And pray for my friend Frank W. who is trying to help a friend Mel ...  details through the web.

Christ in our home: How do we love God?

Christ in our home: How do we love God?: Mark 12:28-34 Love the Lord your God with all your heart . . .  sould . . . mind . . . strength.  (v. 30) God, use my hands, stir my...

How do we love God?

Mark 12:28-34

Love the Lord your God with all your heart . . .  sould . . . mind . . . strength.  (v. 30)

God, use my hands, stir my heart, and let my sould bloom in love, for Jesus' sake.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Disaster relief workers

Amen to that!

Blessings of living mercifully

Mark 10:46-52

Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me.  (v. 47)

God of love, help my response to human suffering reflect Christ's love and care.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those longing for healing

Like my brother Dale.

Hope leads to peace

Hebrews 6:13-20

We have this hope, a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul.  (v. 19)

Gracious God, thank you for hope that keeps me joyful, through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who feel there is no hope

Amen to that

fyi . . . I have hope that the time I spend in prison has a purpose. 

My hope is built on nothing less than Jesus blood and righteousness

Christ in our home: Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost

Christ in our home: Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost: Mark 10:35-45 Teacher, we want you to do for us whatever we ask of you.  (v. 35) Lord, Jesus, teach me to serve God and neighbor wit...

Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost

Mark 10:35-45

Teacher, we want you to do for us whatever we ask of you.  (v. 35)

Lord, Jesus, teach me to serve God and neighbor with contentment.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Volunteers in homeless shelters

Amen to that ...   Details through today's video

Leading or following ?

Hebrews 5:1-10

Although he was a Son, he learned obedience through what he suffered.  (v. 8)

Holy God, teach me to desire humility so that I find your strength, through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who are prideful

FYI . . . The battery died in the middle of the video ...  I'm still alive :)

GOD GRANT ME PATIENCE . . . AND I WANT IT RIGHT NOW !!!


or

O Lord, it's hard to be humble when you're perfect in every way :)  LOL ...

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Time to replace my batteries and get ready for the day.

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Christ in our home: Trusting God's strength

Christ in our home: Trusting God's strength: Psalm 91:9-16 When they call to me, I will answer them.  (v. 15) Gracious God, thank you for your patience with me.  In Jesus' n...

Trusting God's strength

Psalm 91:9-16

When they call to me, I will answer them.  (v. 15)

Gracious God, thank you for your patience with me.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who resist God's healing

And He will raise you up on eagles wings ..

Christ in our home: Luke, Evangelist

Christ in our home: Luke, Evangelist: Luke 1:1-4; 24:44-53 Everything written about me in the  . . . prophets, and the psalms must be fulfilled.  (24:44) Holy Jesus, send ...

Luke, Evangelist

Luke 1:1-4; 24:44-53

Everything written about me in the  . . . prophets, and the psalms must be fulfilled.  (24:44)

Holy Jesus, send me into the world with enough confidence to share my faith.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who no longer believe

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Christ in our home: Blood sacrifice

Christ in our home: Blood sacrifice: Isaiah 53:4-12 But he was wounded for our transgressions.  (v. 5) Prayer concern:  Those who don't trust God's grace Amen t...

Blood sacrifice

Isaiah 53:4-12

But he was wounded for our transgressions.  (v. 5)

Prayer concern:  Those who don't trust God's grace

Amen to that

Rewards and recognition

Genesis 14:17-24

I have sworn . . . that I would not take . . . anything that is yours.  (vv. 22-23)

Gracious Lord, fill me with your love and help me share it.  In Jesus' name.

Prayer concern:  Those trapped in greed and insecurity

My prayer concern:  Getting financially secure again . . . I made some stupid financial decisions and am trying to recover (with God's help of course)

Also, I'm trying to seek legal justice for what has been done to the old farm church at 5112 1/2 SW 33rd Topeka KS 66614

SPREAD THE WORD

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Christ in our home: Jesus, our salvation

Christ in our home: Jesus, our salvation: Salvation belongs to our God who is seated on the throne, and to the Lamb!  (v. 10) Revelation 7:8-17 Saving God, when the world is ...

Jesus, our salvation

Salvation belongs to our God who is seated on the throne, and to the Lamb!  (v. 10)

Revelation 7:8-17

Saving God, when the world is too much, comfort us with your peace, through Jesus Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Nations in conflict

GOD BLESS AMERICA !!

Thanks be to GOD

Christ in our home: Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost

Christ in our home: Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost: Mark 10:17-31 But many who are first will be last, and the last will be first.  (v. 31) God, forgive me when I forget that I am your ...

Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost

Mark 10:17-31

But many who are first will be last, and the last will be first.  (v. 31)

God, forgive me when I forget that I am your beloved child.  Help me to trust in you always, through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Pastors, bishops, diaconal ? ministers

Yesterday our president prayed with the pastor who was released from prison.

Thanks be to GOD

Pray for us too:

Here are the issues:

FARMERS
VETERANS
RELIGIOUS PROPERTY DESTROYED

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Powerful words

Hebrews 4:12-16

Indeed, the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword.  (v. 12)

Living Word, fill me with your hope, comfort, peace, and forgiveness, through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Poets and musicians

That would be Sally & I

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heading to Bonner Springs ..  for fun and frivolity

Christ in our home: Morning rush

Christ in our home: Morning rush: Psalm 90:12-17 Satisfy us in the morning with your steadfast love.  (v. 14) Risen Lord, thank you for meeting me with love each morni...

Morning rush

Psalm 90:12-17

Satisfy us in the morning with your steadfast love.  (v. 14)

Risen Lord, thank you for meeting me with love each morning, through Christ Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concerns:  Those without a safe place to sleep

Amen to that !!

Prophetic truth

Hate evil and love good, and establish justice in the gate.  (v. 15)

Almighty God, your prophets walk among us.  Give us courage to listen to them.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Truth-tellers and prophets

Amen to that !!

Christ in our home: Tradition

Christ in our home: Tradition: Matthew 15:1-9 So, for the sake of your trradition, you make void the word of God.  (v. 6) Steer me, Jesus, to uphold traditions that...

Tradition

Matthew 15:1-9

So, for the sake of your trradition, you make void the word of God.  (v. 6)

Steer me, Jesus, to uphold traditions that are life-giving and leave behind those that are not.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Elders in your community

My thoughts are with our veteran friend ..   Melvin

Christ in our home: Tip unnoticed

Christ in our home: Tip unnoticed: Luke 16:14-18 You . . . justify yourselves in the sight of others;  but God knows your hearts.  (v. 15) God, you know my heart.  Lead...

Tip unnoticed

Luke 16:14-18

You . . . justify yourselves in the sight of others;  but God knows your hearts.  (v. 15)

God, you know my heart.  Lead me to care for others in ways pleasing to you.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Workers who reply on tips

Gather ...   Watertown SD comes to mind.

Check out the writer too

Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost

Mark 10:2-16

And (Jesus) took them up in his arms, laid his hands on them, and blessed them.  (v. 16)

Loving God, thank you for children, who teach us the joy of hearing your promised blessing, through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Children who are neglected or abused

Thanks to the children of our church too ...   especially the two birthdays, you know who you are.

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Christ in our home: Unashamed siblings

Christ in our home: Unashamed siblings: Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:5-12 For this reason, Jesus is not ashamed to call them brothers and sisters.  (2:11) Jesus, guide us to see our nei...

Unashamed siblings

Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:5-12

For this reason, Jesus is not ashamed to call them brothers and sisters.  (2:11)

Jesus, guide us to see our neighbors as sisters and brothers in you, that we might love as you love.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Politicians

That's a tough one !!

Christ in our home: Ocean, mountain, and you

Christ in our home: Ocean, mountain, and you: Psalm 8 O Lord, our Sovereign, how majestic is your name in all the earth!  (v. 9) God, I am in awe of all you have made.  Help me to...

Ocean, mountain, and you

Psalm 8

O Lord, our Sovereign, how majestic is your name in all the earth!  (v. 9)

God, I am in awe of all you have made.  Help me to be a good steward of your creation, through Christ Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Ministries that provide clean water

My thoughts are about my childhood growing up ...   reply if you'd like.

Christ in our home: Together to serve

Christ in our home: Together to serve: Genesis 2:18-24 This at last is bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh.  (v. 23) Lord, lead us to be caring, helpful companions to on...

Together to serve

Genesis 2:18-24

This at last is bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh.  (v. 23)

Lord, lead us to be caring, helpful companions to one another.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  First responders

Amen to that.

Happy anniversary to the best wife I've ever had :)

I'll blog about it in another url  ...  Love ya babe !!

URL:  ???   What does that computer acronym mean?? who wants to be a millionaire?

A:  uniform remote language
B:  underwear removing longingly
C:  undercover riding low

UFFDA

Christ in our home: Quick to judge

Christ in our home: Quick to judge: Romans 8:1-11 There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.  (v. 1) Help me, God, to see others as you se...

Quick to judge

Romans 8:1-11

There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.  (v. 1)

Help me, God, to see others as you see them, as deeply loved and created in your image.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those struggling with depression

YUP

Christ in our home: Love your enemies

Christ in our home: Love your enemies: Sometimes that's hard to do

Love your enemies

Sometimes that's hard to do

Christ in our home: Christ in our home: Nineteenth Sunday after Pentec...

Christ in our home: Christ in our home: Nineteenth Sunday after Pentec...: Christ in our home: Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost : Mark 9:38-50 Have salt in yourselves, and be at peace with one another.  (v. 50) ...

Christ in our home: Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Christ in our home: Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost: Mark 9:38-50 Have salt in yourselves, and be at peace with one another.  (v. 50) God of peace, open my eyes to the true value of the ...

Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Mark 9:38-50

Have salt in yourselves, and be at peace with one another.  (v. 50)

God of peace, open my eyes to the true value of the people you place around me.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  People who are bought and sold

And pray for my friend Frank W. who is attempting to seek justice for the farmers.
I'll be picking up a lawyer today.

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Christ in our home: Michael and all Angels

Christ in our home: Michael and all Angels: War broke out in heaven;  Michael and his angels fought against the dragon.  (v. 7) Praise to you, O God, for the mysterious ministry o...

Michael and all Angels

War broke out in heaven;  Michael and his angels fought against the dragon.  (v. 7)

Praise to you, O God, for the mysterious ministry of Michael and all angels, in the Messiah's name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Child protective workers

Indeed

Christ in our home: Ongoing communication

Christ in our home: Ongoing communication: James 5:13-20 The prayer of the righteous is powerful and effective.  (v. 16) Holy Spirit, gather all our prayers into the embrace of...

Ongoing communication

James 5:13-20

The prayer of the righteous is powerful and effective.  (v. 16)

Holy Spirit, gather all our prayers into the embrace of Christ's love.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who struggle to pray

Amen to that.

Maria's gift

Psalm 19:7-14

O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.  (v. 14)

Jesus, priceless treasure, thank you for coming to us to be our rock and our redeemer.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who are traveling today

Praying for me to be able to give a hug to my only grandchild, Madeline.  I only see her in pictures.

Christ in our home: Where's the gravy?

Christ in our home: Where's the gravy?: Numbers 11:4-6, 10-16, 24-29 We remember the fish we used to eat in Egypt for nothing, the cucumbers, the melons . . . (v. 5) Father...

Where's the gravy?

Numbers 11:4-6, 10-16, 24-29

We remember the fish we used to eat in Egypt for nothing, the cucumbers, the melons . . . (v. 5)

Father in heaven, thank you for enduring our acts of ingratitude, especially at the cross.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Complainers and their companions

UFFDA !!  Haven't we all complained about something? ...   including me :(

QYBA ...   QUIT YOUR BELLY ACHING

Thank you GOD for allowing me to vent my frustrations.

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Christ in our home: Time for tears

Christ in our home: Time for tears: James 4:8-17 Lament and mourn and weep.  (v. 9) Receive our tears and sighs as prayers, Lord Jesus Christ, and empower us to love eno...

Time for tears

James 4:8-17

Lament and mourn and weep.  (v. 9)

Receive our tears and sighs as prayers, Lord Jesus Christ, and empower us to love enough to weep.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those grieving the death of a loved one

My brother

Christ in our home: God won't take it back

Christ in our home: God won't take it back: Romans 11:25-32 For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.  (v. 29) Steadfast God, we thank you for giving us your Word a...

God won't take it back

Romans 11:25-32

For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.  (v. 29)

Steadfast God, we thank you for giving us your Word and also for keeping your word.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Jewish neighbors and their synagogues

My prayer concern:  My brother's family:  Kevin,Kent,Bryan, Bryce & Darin and all my family and friends, including my Jewish friends.

I will continue to post after the funeral sometime next week.

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Christ in our home: Christ in our home: Musical praise

Christ in our home: Christ in our home: Musical praise: Christ in our home: Musical praise : Psalm 119:169-176 My tongue will sing of your promise, for all your commandments are right.  (v. 172)...

Christ in our home: Musical praise

Christ in our home: Musical praise: Psalm 119:169-176 My tongue will sing of your promise, for all your commandments are right.  (v. 172) Holy life-giver, healer of ever...

Musical praise

Psalm 119:169-176

My tongue will sing of your promise, for all your commandments are right.  (v. 172)

Holy life-giver, healer of every broken past hope, fire of love, we joyfully sing to you!  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Church musicians

RIP:  Ronald Eugene Holter *Ronny* 1938-2018

Christ in our home: Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost

Christ in our home: Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost: Mark 8:27-38 And he sternly ordered them no to tell anyone about him.  (v. 30) Wise Messiah, show us when to be silent and when to sp...

Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost

Mark 8:27-38

And he sternly ordered them no to tell anyone about him.  (v. 30)

Wise Messiah, show us when to be silent and when to speak, and teach us to trust you.  In your holy name we pray.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Military personnel and their families

Praying for my brother Ronny too

Christ in our home: Clear water

Christ in our home: Clear water: James 3:1-12 Does a spring pour forth from the same opening both fresh and brackish water?  (v. 11) Pour your love over me, Lord, and...

Clear water

James 3:1-12

Does a spring pour forth from the same opening both fresh and brackish water?  (v. 11)

Pour your love over me, Lord, and make me new.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those in need of safe drinking water

Hurricane Flo & Ronny ...   Our thoughts and prayers

My brother's last meal was with us in Brookings SD eating pizza on Sept 2, 2018
Will this be his last supper?  Time will tell.

Calling my siblings almost daily for any updates.  Facebook can be a wonderful software program too.

Thank you for designing this program all you Facebook employers / employees

And thank you Google for allowing us to share our faith on the Internet.

I use this blog daily..

Christ in our home: Holy Cross Day

Christ in our home: Holy Cross Day: Psalm 116:1-9 You have delivered my soul from death, my eyes from tears, my feet from stumbling.  (v. 8) Thanks you, Lord Jesus, for ...

Holy Cross Day

Psalm 116:1-9

You have delivered my soul from death, my eyes from tears, my feet from stumbling.  (v. 8)

Thanks you, Lord Jesus, for showing me how much you love me through your death on the cross and your resurrection.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Pastors

My prayer concern:  My neighbors, the city code enforecers, our judicial system, hurricane Florence victims and mainly my brother Ronny

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Christ in our home: No judgement

Christ in our home: No judgement: Isaiah 50:4-9a It is the Lord God who helps me;  who will declare me guilty?  (v. 9) We give you thanks, O God. for freeing us from g...

No judgement

Isaiah 50:4-9a

It is the Lord God who helps me;  who will declare me guilty?  (v. 9)

We give you thanks, O God. for freeing us from guilt, through your Son, Jesus Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Theologians and Bible scholars

My prayer:  hurricane Florence - Ronny - and all my friends and family ..  may they seek you my Lord.

Christ in our home: It's all a gift

Christ in our home: It's all a gift: Matthew 21:23-32 The tax collectors and the prostitutes are going into the kingdom of God ahead of you.  (v. 31) By your grace, O Go...

It's all a gift

Matthew 21:23-32

The tax collectors and the prostitutes are going into the kingdom of God ahead of you.  (v. 31)

By your grace, O God. accept me as a beggar, through Christ Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who are in need of safe shelter

Hurricane Florence

Christ in our home: Running with perserverance

Christ in our home: Running with perserverance: Hebrews 11:29 . . . 12:2 Let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us.  (v. 1) Strengthen us to run with perseverance,...

Running with perserverance

Hebrews 11:29 . . . 12:2

Let us run with perseverance the race that is set before us.  (v. 1)

Strengthen us to run with perseverance, O Lord, the race you set before us.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Athletes of all ages

My prayer concern:  My brother Ronny & 911 victims and families

Christ in our home: The Possible

Christ in our home: The Possible: Nothing will be impossible for you.  (v. 20) Strengthen us when the impossible seeks to deter us from living fully in your reign, O God...

The Possible

Nothing will be impossible for you.  (v. 20)

Strengthen us when the impossible seeks to deter us from living fully in your reign, O God, through our Lord, Christ Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who are living in despair

Ronny ...   the future?

Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Mark 7:24-37

Even the dogs under the table eat the children's  crumbs.  (v. 28)

Keep me praying, dear Lord Jesus.  Keep me praying in your name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Friends who pray with you and for you

My prayer concern is my brother Ronny too along with dealing with my anger towards my neighbors and the government.

I KNOW ...  I KNOW ...   GET OVER IT !!!

Christ in our home: The great triumph

Christ in our home: The great triumph: James 2:1-10 (11-13) 14-17 Mercy triumphs over judgment.  (v. 13) Thank you for your mercy, dear Lord.  Let it cover me.   In Jesus&#...

The great triumph

James 2:1-10 (11-13) 14-17

Mercy triumphs over judgment.  (v. 13)

Thank you for your mercy, dear Lord.  Let it cover me.   In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who feel judged

That's me ...

Christ in our home: Happy are they

Christ in our home: Happy are they: Psalm 146 Happy are those whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the Lord their God.  (v. 5) Thank you for the happiness yo...

Happy are they

Psalm 146

Happy are those whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in the Lord their God.  (v. 5)

Thank you for the happiness your presence brings us, Christ Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who long for happiness

Ronald *Ronny* Holter ...  my brother

Christ in our home: Be Strong !

Christ in our home: Be Strong !: Isaiah 35:4-7a Say to those who are of a fearful heart, "Be strong, do not fear!"  (v. 4) In times of fear, hold my heart i...

Be Strong !

Isaiah 35:4-7a

Say to those who are of a fearful heart, "Be strong, do not fear!"  (v. 4)

In times of fear, hold my heart in your strength, O God, for Jesus' sake.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those for whom death draws near

Ronald *Ronny* Eugene Holter ...   ???

Christ in our home: It's not genetics, it's gardening

Christ in our home: It's not genetics, it's gardening: Deuteronomy 4:1-2; 6-9 Loving Spirit, fill us and strengthen us as teachers of the faith, for Jesus' sake.  Amen. Prayer concern:...

It's not genetics, it's gardening

Deuteronomy 4:1-2; 6-9

Loving Spirit, fill us and strengthen us as teachers of the faith, for Jesus' sake.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Children and their caregivers

Pray also for a successful trip too

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Merciful listening

Exodus 32:11-14

And the Lord changed his mind . . . (v. 14)

God of mercy, teach us to listen to you.  Always.  Even when it seems impossible to do so.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those learning to listen to God

LISTEN ...  LISTEN ... LISTEN !!!

Christ in our home: Just in time

Christ in our home: Just in time: Ephesians 6:21-24 I am sending him to you for this very purpose . . . to encourage your hearts.  (v. 22) Gracious God, I give you th...

Just in time

Ephesians 6:21-24

I am sending him to you for this very purpose . . . to encourage your hearts.  (v. 22)

Gracious God, I give you thanks for those you send into my life to encourage my faith in Christ.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who are feeling discouraged today

And thank you John McCain for serving our country honorably.  And a little advice to our president ...   listen to the people and tweet honorably.

Just a little bit of advice to one and all

byebye

Family stories

Nehemiah 9:1-15

You are the Lord, you alone.  (v. 6)

God of love, we give you thanks for being your people, for where we have been and for who we are in Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Grandparents

That would be me.

Christ in our home: Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Christ in our home: Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost: Lord, to whom can we go?  You have the words of eternal life.  (v. 68) God of mercy, when we are tempted to look elsewhere for words of...

Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Lord, to whom can we go?  You have the words of eternal life.  (v. 68)

God of mercy, when we are tempted to look elsewhere for words of eternal life, help us to turn again to you, through Christ Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Sunday school teachers

Pray for me too

Christ in our home: Strength and perseverance

Christ in our home: Strength and perseverance: Ephesians 6:10-20 Put on the whole armor of God.  (v. 11) Merciful God, protect me and watch over me this day and always as I seek to...

Strength and perseverance

Ephesians 6:10-20

Put on the whole armor of God.  (v. 11)

Merciful God, protect me and watch over me this day and always as I seek to follow you, through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who are facing danger today

That would be our liberal government ...   our peace is at stake.

GOD BLESS AMERICA

Christ in our home: Bartholomew, Apostle

Christ in our home: Bartholomew, Apostle: 1 Corinthians 12:27-31a Now you are the body of Christ and individually members of it.  (v. 27) Spirit of life, make us bold to use t...

Bartholomew, Apostle

1 Corinthians 12:27-31a

Now you are the body of Christ and individually members of it.  (v. 27)

Spirit of life, make us bold to use the gifts you give us and bold to encourage others to use theirs.  In Christ's name.  Amen.

Prayer concern: Those unhappy in their daily work

That would NOT be me ..  I'm RETIRED

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Christ in our home: Filling in the cracks

Christ in our home: Filling in the cracks: Psalm 34:15-22 The Lord is near to the brokenhearted.  (v. 18) Dear Lord, flow into my heart when it is breaking and restore my crus...

Filling in the cracks

Psalm 34:15-22

The Lord is near to the brokenhearted.  (v. 18)

Dear Lord, flow into my heart when it is breaking and restore my crushed spirit.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who are brokenhearted

That be me.

Choose on this day

Joshua 24:1-2a, 14-18

But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.  (v. 15)

Dear God, we give thanks for your faithfulness whether we are as bold as Joshua or not.  In Jesus' name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Families of all shapes and sizes

Amen to that ...   even hateful neighbors? ...   just thinking.

btw ...   still seeking legal justice

Christ in our home: The search is on

Christ in our home: The search is on: Luke 11:5-13 Search, and you will find.  (v.9) Father in heaven, guide us to search and find you, as you search and find us through C...

The search is on

Luke 11:5-13

Search, and you will find.  (v.9)

Father in heaven, guide us to search and find you, as you search and find us through Christ.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who do not pray

That would NOT be me ..

Praying to release my ANGER in a good legal way.

Safe spaces

Ruth 2:1-23

I have ordered the young men not to bother you.  (v. 9)

God our refuge, makes our homes and our workplaces safe for everyone, through Christ Lord.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Women vulnerable to violence

Amen to that !!!

And pray for me in seeking legal justice for what has been done to our property.

Christ in our home: Biblical cafeteria workers

Christ in our home: Biblical cafeteria workers: Acts 6:1-7 We, for our part, will devote ourselves to prayer and to serving the word.  (v. 4) Abundant God, you call us to be your ha...

Biblical cafeteria workers

Acts 6:1-7

We, for our part, will devote ourselves to prayer and to serving the word.  (v. 4)

Abundant God, you call us to be your hands and feet in the world.  May it be so in Christ's name.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Cooks and food servers

Amen to that

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Christ in our home: Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost

Christ in our home: Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost: John 6:51-58 I am the living bread that came down from heaven.  (v. 51) O God, feed us with your bread of life, that we might be ble...

Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost

John 6:51-58

I am the living bread that came down from heaven.  (v. 51)

O God, feed us with your bread of life, that we might be blessed and given for the life of the world, through Christ Jesus.  Amen.

Prayer concern:  Those who have not yet heard the good news of the bread of life

Amen to that !!!

SPREAD THE WORD

Christ in our home: The gift of time

Christ in our home: The gift of time: Ephesians 5:15-20 Be careful then how you live . . . making the most of the time. (vv. 15, 16) Prayer concern:  Those who have termin...