Prayer Board (F.A.C.T.S)
It is our desire that this board reflect this great treatise on prayer,
Spiritual growth is impossible apart from the practice of prayer. Just as the key to quality relationships with other people is time spent in communication, so the key to a growing relationship with the personal God of heaven and earth is time invested in speaking to Him in prayer and listening to His voice in Scripture.
As central as these twin disciplines of prayer and Scripture are to our spiritual life, most believers in Christ are frustrated by hit-or-miss approaches to both. As a result, their time in prayer and the word can become unsatisfying, routine, and even boring. It is no surprise, then, that most people spend a minimal amount of time in either of these disciplines and fail to develop intimacy with the One for whom they were created.
The problem with prayer is heightened by the fact that people often succumb either to the extreme of all form and no freedom, or the opposite extreme of all freedom and no form. The first extreme leads to a rote or impersonal approach to prayer, while the second produces an unbalanced and undisciplined prayer life that can degenerate into a litany of one “gimme” after another. - Kenneth Boa, Handbook to Prayer : Praying Scripture Back to God (Atlanta: Trinity House, 1997, c1993).
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For Derek & Connie,
because we will need God’s wisdom, patience and strength, For our family – specifically balance and health in our marriage and family, our Protection – Satan will attack us, our families, and anyone who wants to join us, for Vision – that God would guide us in planning and give us a clear vision for the new church, for a Launch Team – that God would provide the right people to form the core of the new church and finally, for Finances – that only God can provide.
(Derek), For my mom, who, “I am still sick. I was out of work Friday and slept mostly throughout the weekend. I had to go back to work yesterday and it was hard. there is some kind of flu going around that lasts quite long.”
Ditto.
Greg and Cindy Bailey
Dear Greg,
I apologize, but for some reason my home email: eph61820@bellsouth.net does not play well with ‘aol’ so I am writing from work (quickly). Catching up would be a great thing. Let me know and maybe we can grab a coffee compared to a phone conversation (like last time). Hope things are going well for you and thanks for checking out the Oasis (http://oasisgc.wordpress.com) site and commenting. It is getting there, and to be honest, it (the website) has a long way to go with the vision that I have for it. Is there anything that we can intercede with you for? We have a prayer board that we are using to share corporately as well as ‘to the ends of the earth’ as the internet allows. The ‘prayer board’ is at: http://oasisgc.wordpress.com/prayer-board-facts/
I look forward to talking with you brother, and remember to always be stunned by the gospel.
Brothers and Sisters:
My wife and I are considering what God has for use to do in the near and long term. I am a seminary grad with some Chaplaincy experience and Cindy has a Cert in Women’s Studies from the same seminary. In the professional world she has me beat (literally makes 2+ times what I make). We have some debt that has been a slave keeper to us. Cindy has been given a new job that is to be done from home, provides almost the same income, and is mobile (anywhere in the roughly mid-atlantic area). We have a few different options and we are trying to pursue all of them to see where God would take us to serve him and in what manner.
IN Christ Alone,
Greg
For a co-worker who is having heart surgery and complications.
1) For an unresolved, ongoing sin issue that I am not ready to discuss right now.
2) For work/business opportunities with my painting company.
Prayer for our kids, their choices (recently had one delete some accounts on social networking sites), and for discernment.
Prayer also that my husband and I would be unified regarding our bringing up the kids.
Prayer for my job, it is quite stressful, and although I work for a Christian boss, the stress level with my condition, family, and time is need of much prayer… thank you!
1) Our children whom we love very much, they both need the power of prayer to help them work through their problems
2) Our A/C stopped working last night – hopefully just needs a break from the hot summer for a couple of hours!!
3) Our hot water heater part arrived and looks like I may be able to install it myself – hopefully I will be able to!
OASIS PRAYER REQUESTS
1. Please pray for our friend, XXX who starts back to work after being on maternity leave.
2. Please pray for XXX and their work schedule.
3. Please pray for our friends, the XXX family during their vacation travels that they be safe and have fun!
4. Please pray for our serving old and new friends during the July 19th picnic – may we have great fellowship and everyone feels welcome.
5. Please pray that the burden of our hearts at Oasis be manifest in talking to and investing in our community.
Please pray for Andrea (Derek’s Mom). Iam employed in a toxic work environment; I applied for another job with my same employer, but in another department, with a different supervisor, and different team mates. Although the job is very much suited for me, please pray that if it is God’s will, I am offered the job at the salary I deserve. I honestly don’t know if God wants me to stay where I am (to learn something) or to have this new position. Please pray that if it’s only His will, I will be offered this new position. God Bless you.
Could you please also pray for my friend, Karol. She had knee surgery two weeks ago and a complication of the surgery caused blood clots to form in her foot and toes. These clots may necessitate her having her foot cut off. She is presently in Beth Isreal Hospital in Boston. Also, her twin sister, Karla, who I work with is very stressed and has been crying. They are very close and live together, but, the travel to Boston is very difficult for Karla, after a long day at work.
please pray for my neighbor wally sondermark.. His brother mirlan had him arrestred and sent to be evaluated at va mental hospital. His brother mirlan had tried to get him arrested on june 16 but when that did not work he did a court order thing and to make a long story short while wally was being evaluated his brother mirlan emptied/ cleaned out the house and locked wally out. wally has no key no place to stay and no id as of 7-09-08. Wally has lives next door to me with his 90&91 year old parents since i moved into saddlbrook in 2002. he has acutally lived in his and his parents trailer since 1985. his father had a stroke about 6 month ago and his mom went to stay with her oldest son mirlan. Mirlan has placed both parents in assisted living home, sold fathers car and is trying to sell mobil home.
Its very sad that waly’s older brother would do this. wally does not know the lord and has been a disabled vet since 1972. Please pray for his salvation and the salvaation of his brother mirlan and that some one might help him with a place to stay and to get justice for him. by that I mean that some how wally might get restitution finacially for what his brother did by putting him in the street and throughing away all his clothes and stuff.
Dear Brothers and Sisters:
I just recieved a call from my daughter Melissa in Summerville, SC. A young man in her SS Class at Summerville Baptist (married with 2 children, early 30’s) has been hospitalized for blood clots in his lungs. Apparently one was found in his leg (4 cm… I think 4mm actually) and that apparently led to testing where more than one was found in a lung. Please pray for this family. They are in dyer straights. They desperately need Christ’s comfort and healing, physically and spiritually. Also pray for Jamie’s parents who are elderly and live in Spartanburg. I am sure they are on the road to be with him. Mr. Woods does have heart problems himself…one of my chaplaincy patients when I was at SRMC.
IN CHRIST ALONE,
Greg
1. Please pray for XXX & XXX’s finances and that they both be reminded that God is involved in all areas of their lives and in each other.
2. An E.G.G. (evidence of God’s grace) in that XXX’s son asked to do a bible study together – how cool is that!?
3. Please pray for XXX and a situation that has long been in prayer, that their love for God become more important than the situation and that God would have mercy on them because they cannot do it on their own.
4. Pray for the cookout this weekend, that everyone is welcomed and leaves with making a new friend.
Brother Iannelli,
Thank you for keeping me in your mind in prayer. I am doing well with family and the ministry too. My ministry has so far expanded and much devotion and commitment is required of us despite the economic hardship here in Kenya. My wife and I have vowed not give up.
Thank you for willing to do what the Lord has shown you to do. Right now we do not have any other way of receiving money except if you go to a Western Union station around your city. Western Union is now everywhere you use them. You can also go online send it through your bank. Another way would by posting the dollars as registered parcels and then you send via post by FedEx mail delivery. It can reach us after two days. Just use the same address I gave you.
Otherwise thank you so much.
Pastor George Ouma
> George Ouma
> P.O Box 8618-00300
> Ronald Ngala St,
> Nairobi, Kenya.
Tel. 011-254721908796
E.G.G (evidence of God’s grace) i have been blessed to have a few friends come to help tar my roof to see if we can stop it from leaking
a huge thank you to you and to God for putting all of you into my life
much love
God has recently shown me that He was using me to do an important task at my work. Please join me in taking a moment to praise and worship Him for His goodness and love for us. He truly is a God of surprizes and sufficiency.
Friends,
I will be in Asheville, NC all day Saturday with some other friends from Columbia International University. We will be bringing the gospel to the party crowd at the Bele Chere festival. More than 365,000 people will descend on the streets of Downtown Asheville, North Carolina on July 25-27 for this three-day street party that has become one of the largest outdoor street festivals in the Southeast.
Our Lord willing, I will be leaving early Saturday morning and will return late Saturday night.
Please pray for:
1) more laborers for the harvest;
2) Holy Spirit empowerment;
3) for clear, unhindered communication of the gospel by seed sowing, conversation and open-air proclamation (as the Lord leads);
4) true conversions;
5) energy (especially as I wrestle with asthma and allergies).
Thank you for your partnership in this ministry. Carry on boldly in the name of our Lord Jesus as He gives you opportunity!
–
Sharing the faith while there’s still time,
James Wilson, Head-dibber, since 2004.
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Please pray for sale of our house. It’s going on the market this week and will require a significant move of God to sell in this market.
Praise report! Thank you to Scott Lowry of The Association of Biblical Counselors for providing a complimentary membership renewal this year for me! This was an unexpected gift and I was stunned. http://christiancounseling.com/
Prayer Testimony… something has changed at work. It’s as if a dark cloud has lifted from my everyday experience. I no longer feel the intense stress and anxiety I felt in the past. In fact, I’m glad I didn’t get the “other” job I applied for! Praise God for his mercy and goodness (and your prayers for me.)
Oasis Prayer Requests:
1. Children’s/Adults Curriculum: God’s Story, as part of the ministries of Oasis.
2. XXX needs prayer for their household: a motorcycle was stolen; their father is in hospital with terminal illness; both sons are being rebellious and demanding.
3. Acts29 Network Bootcamp in October – Derek and Connie will be attending for assessment.
4. Pray for the leadership in all of our local churches.
5. XXX asked for prayer for their family of a cousin and her fiance killed in a motorcycle accident in Wilmington, NC.
My dad is terminally ill and in the hospital. We as a family are taking it hard and have to think through; grief, funeral, spirituality, loss, and denial. Please pray.
Motorcycle was stolen and that insurance companies and police would resolve the issue.
Prayer for healing.
Parishoner is having hernia surgery, with twins who will require bottle feeding and care as she heals.
Please pray for the following;
1. That Jesus Christ would be my centre.
2. That I would be a leader in my home and to my kids and others.
3. That I could find a place to live by Wednesday next week.
4. That I would have a car/transportation for me and my family for a good job and being responsible.
5. That I would remember to forgive others as much as I have been forgiven.
6. That God would be glorified in my life despite how I feel!
I would appreciate your prayers greatly for finances and school. I am asking the Lord to provide for me to be able to purchase school clothes for my kids. I just found out every pair of shorts my son has violates the school dress code (no elastic waist athletic shorts). I can’t afford to buy all four children new wardrobes, but because of their growth spurts over the summer they need them.
I would also like you to pray for God to lead me in school, as I prepare to graduate this fall, and that God will help me continue on my path to graduating with honors. I am trusting Him to meet the financial need involved with this final semester.
Lastly, I am beginning to pray God will prepare me for love. I haven’t dated seriously since my divorce, and I have started to feel a desire to start dating again. This time I want to be with the man God wants me to be with, and if you guys can agree with me I would appreciate it. Pray God will prepare his heart as well, whoever he is, that he will be open to the responsibility of my children when the time is right.
I would ask for prayers that everything goes well on Monday when I meet with the G.A.L. This is a meeting that I have been waiting almost 9 months for. I pray that the guardian works fairly and to the best interest of my children. What he decides will most likely be the final ruling on the custody of Kelsey and Kenneth. This will be the first of many meetings between myself and him and some with the kids. Thank you.
Kenny
Please pray for.
1. I — Incline my heart to Your testimonies (Psalm 119:36), O — Open my eyes that I might behold wonderful things in Your Word (Psalm 119:8), U — Unite my heart to fear Your name (Psalm 86:11), S — Satisfy me in the morning… (Psalm 90:14) (can you guess where I got this?)
2. We have our Phone Interview with Acts29 Network on Thursday.
3. Prayer for our city, the other churches, and opportunities to serve both.
4. Prayer for my daughter, that she would come to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior manifested through fruits of brokenness, repentance, and contrition.
5. For those that continue to attack us (through emails, apathy, non-response, postings, harassing & manipulating our visitors, gossip, slander, etc). I read somewhere that you need to pray for your enemies… I sometimes want to ‘give them something to pray about’ versus submitting to scripture in this area.
6. For the recent ‘neighbors’ I have met, the ones who have NO SOLICITATION OF ANY KIND signs and posters on their houses, for their families, finances, and spiritual lives.
7. For the next article series on INCARNATIONAL.
Grandpa (Glen Ahlf) is home from the hospital, but not doing well. I’m really struggling with how to pray for him right now. He’s 93, in a lot of pain, suffers from dementia, and now may have total limited mobility… it would be easier if God just allowed him to go to sleep and wake up in the Holy Presence of his Creator. Almost 70 years in the ministry… he has led an amazing life!
update 28Aug08: Mom is taking my Grandpa back to the hospital… possible stroke. Pray for God to be merciful.
Today after church, a friend of mine’s house burned down, there was total loss of everything. Here name is Olivia, and her and her family would greatly appreciate your prayers as they recover and get some normalcy back in their lives.
E.G.G our family will be moving into a new home later this week that doesnt leak and has proper working utilities it is only a few doors away so we are grateful to not have to transfer the kids to another school
Please pray for me and our family, our finances, for time management and priorities…and our health… thank you!
Hey Brothers and Sisters:
Please pray for our daughter Katie (26) who is a student at UNC-Chapel Hill. She is on a trip for a friends wedding and just found out her duplex was broken into and her laptop (which her entire life is on, all school, personal info, every CD she ever owned, etc is on was stolen as well as much of her jewelry. She has no backups. Laptops are mandatory at UNC and she has very little savings. She is also feeling very “violated” and is very shaky about staying in the house again. Please pray for her coping materially and emotionally with this incident and as most of you are our Christian friends, please pray for her place with Christ. This is a tremendous occurence as you can imagine and she is very much upset.
IN Christ Alone,
Greg and Cindy Bailey
Please pray for my foster mother who has breast cancer.
One of our visitors from a few weeks ago is requesting our prayers over her family situation. God’s grace and mercy is much needed for her and her daughter while in the midst of this traumatic event.
Please pray for these friends of Oasis:
1. Shawn & Rachel Maze of Sanctuary
http://www.charlestonsanctuary.com/map
Please pray for the sale of their house. The situation is becoming every more pressing and critical to their family.
2. Mark Turner of Ashley River Presbyterian Church, PCA
http://www.oakbrookpca.org/index.htm
Please pray for the church to continue moving forward and that workers would be raised up to grow and serve.
Dear Brothes and Sisters:
I am sorry I haven’t been in contact with some of you for awhile, but, I can’t help but ask humbly for your prayers over the next few months. Many of you know that in July we moved to Summerville, SC (20 or so miles from Charleston) to be with our eldest daughter and her family. Pretty much circling up the wagons to aid Jeff and Melissa in maintaining there house while Jeff’s contracting business was…well we all know that realestate and realestate finance dependent jobs are hurting in the extreme after years of large bubble. We are able to help but not terribly much right now. Please pray for our family as we work through these problems and as Jeff’s new business (minus a shaky partner) gets off the ground and as we knit together under one big roof.
I also ask that you all please pray for me as I am preparing to write what maybe the most important email of my middle aged life. Friday night I attended a Banquet put on by the School of Education at my Alma Mater, The Citadel, to honor some worthy citizens who had graduated from Citadel programs and/or been benefators to the Ed program. I recieved an award from the Department (before we were a School) when I graduated and was invited. If not for my dear wife, I would not have attended. A little hurt pride (semi-employed right now) and just tired after a couple of tough weeks. It was a very good time as a few of my now retired professors were there and we had a good time meeting a couple of cadets and other friends of the School of Education, including a dear brother who I knew in BSU who helped to sponsor the evening (he is now listening to Sinclair Ferguson every Sunday at 1st Pres Columbia, SC for my Reformed friends). However, the personal highlight was running into Dr. Ouzts, a recently retired prof of mine who is still very active (emeritus faculty) in the program. He is probably the Mr. Chips (think of old black and white movie about the Latin Master of a British boys school), of The Citadel School of Education. We talked for most of the 90 minutes after the formal program when he said, “Greg, you need to apply to be a consultant for the School!” Of course, having only a little experience in the classroom and nothing really to commend me to a College classroom, I fumbled. “Thank you Dr. Ouztz, but what could I do?” “Pastoral Counseling! The School could foot the bill, and the cadets need more personal counseling. It is a tough time.” Kathy, the admin goddess we had been sitting with heartily agreed. So, within a few minutes, I will email Dr. Ouztz with my resume and some explanation and my strong desire to serve our Triune God and Savior by serving cadets at a place I love and had so much impact on my life. I do not know if anything will come of it, or if it does what that maybe. But I most humbly beg you all to pray for opportunity to develop in a way that brings Him the most glory and I hope puts me in a place to serve Him that will use the gifts and experiences He has given me.
In Christ Alone,
Greg Bailey
Thank you Derek. Same problem with your email returning. Off to work at Ft. D today for 1/2 day-1/2 pay.
In Christ Alone,
Greg B
Pray that God place me in the church he wants me to serev. I left my church 6 weeks ago under pressure and I still feel hurt. I pray for wisdom and direction as I meet with the convention about a new work.
1. inclusion of children before the start of the new year and ” God story”
2. opportunities for outreach
3.Christine’s family member house burned down
4.Connie and Derek will attend boot camp October 24th
5.xxx searching for steady work and an unspoken issue
6.opportunities/ideas as to where to use for God’s glory Oasis’ 10% each month
7.David needs a car and a job
8.xxx son’s health
9.Connie is having intense counseling
10.that Oasis would become to more people like it has to Connie and I the “Dearest place on Earth” for others
11.Michael’s job, his “time off” and how God would reveal a little more about His love in that
12.that the “president” would experience a deep and fulfilling presence of God in every area of life.
May God work His will in each of these situations
Mike was able to keep his job. We are so thankful for that.
That I would continue to walk in God’s will, Winthrop, Ministry involvement, and being a good steward with finances, time, and resources.
1.landyn paul 10 months old in hospital, swallowed a dime, surgery to remove. pray for recovery
2.andrea needs prayer, season of changes, ect. with life and work
3.mike and kia marriage, that we can have better communication and for mike walk with the kids
4.pray for growth, pray for assessment, pray for fear of man, pray for salvation of …..
5.pray for full time employment for xxx
6.kia health diabetes, high blood pressure, high colesterol pray meds will do their job
7.continue to pray for ideas as to where we should use our 10%
8.connie and derek will go to boot camp in a couple weeks
9.john’s mom
10.that oasis would continue to grow and reach the community and God sees fit
11. a team mate of marcus’ was hurt last week and has recovered from his back injury
12.mike got a raise
I need prayer for mental focus to address issues around my house, just getting a little overwhelmed this evening. Found a leak in kitchen sink and have to figure out how to fix it or even worse where to find $$$ to pay a plumber.
I’ve been praying for a way for me to fix it, no $$$ for plumbers, nice guys that they are.
Praise Jesus and thanks Oasis!
Prayer requests this week:
1. Pray for those in our community who are far from God.
2. Pray for Ashley’s classmates at Goose Creek High School.
3. Acts29 Assessment starts next week for Derek and Connie. Please pray for them.
4. Praise report! Michael got a raise at work!
5. Pray for Brittany’s relationship with God.
6. Please cover Marcus in prayer about his bicycle and about his current sore throat.
7. Pray for peace for Lynn and permanent employment.
8. Pray for Kia’s hand and wrist – carpal tunnel syndrome has been getting worse.
I pray that:
- For the growth of Oasis
- That we’ll see new faces from tonight again at our Men’s Tribe meetings
- That we, as a Church, would have hearts more like Jesus’ and follow His lead
- For Derek & Connie’s safe and successful trip this coming week and for safe travel
- I am always thankful for the little things
1.bobby sommers and family
2.connie and derek safe trip to st.louis and safe return on thurs.
3.alend’s mom robin upcoming surgical procedure and biopsy of swollen lymphnodes
4.george praying for oasis and growth
5.marriages,families, kids, messy people, the men, visitors
funeral and leadership
6.oasis mission project
Prayer requests for this week 10/27/08
1. A friend of Oasis house flooded on Friday, please pray for peace amidst the chaos of repair.
2. Pray for Oasis to have a Gospel-centered Core Group.
3. Pray for Sanctuary, a Park Circle church plant, our city and those who are far from God.
4. Bob Sommers and family during this time of grieving the loss of their father.
5. Pray for the women of Oasis that they may be aware of God’s grace and love in all of life.
6. Pray for school among the youth.
7. Pray for full-time employment for Lynn.
8. Pray that John’s employer pulls through this depression, that he may still have a job after the New year.
9. Pray for John’s Mom and Dad
Lots of praises to our Lord and Savior for bringing us through the assessment process excited and re-juiced for His Glory!!!
AMEN!!!
mike has been laid off for an undetermined amount of time we need employment as soon as possible
Hello Derek!
I trust you are savoring Christ today! I wanted to let you know that beginning the first of the new year I will be making a ministry transition. I’ll still be part of our Sovereign Grace Church here in Greenville. My counseling activities with NANC since my Fellowship have ratcheted up and Jim and I are in faith that this would be a good and necessary fit for me. God has granted so much favor through the blog, NANC, Fellow supervision, etc.
I have several things for you to prayerfully consider. Here’s the list:
1. Pray for Rick and Lucia as we make this transition.
2. The bottom-line deal is we’re in faith God will use this endeavor to pay our bills. Prayer would be appreciated.
3. Would you know of anyone who would be willing to advertise my blog? You can find a banner here that can be placed on any blog or website: http://competentcounseling.com/grab-this/
4. Here is the list of things I’ll be doing so any referrals would be appreciated (and it’s all fee based):
a. Personal or couple counseling
b. Church consultation, analysis and vision
c. Small group equipping
d. Seminars, teaching on any subject
e. NANC certification supervision
f. Telephone counseling
If you know of anyone or church that could use my services I’d appreciate the hook-up. You’ve read enough about me and know enough about SGM to have a good idea about my approach.
Thank you for your prayers and thank you for reading this email.
Much grace to you!
Rick
http://www.competentcounseling.com
1. Mike job situation. pray he finds one soon.
2. kia and mike better communication, willingness to ask for forgiveness and willingness to give forgiveness
3. lynn- to repent of my current idolatry and draw near to God.
4. prayer for the launch/core/member training, for the gospel to transform my heart regarding hateful people- to pray for them, to serve them, to confess my self- righteousness
5.my daughter’s salvation
6.comfort and peace for andrea
7.george prays to better understand and appreciate all that Jesus has done and what role i can play for His glory
8.pray for me to understand the gospel better
9.pray for me as a christian to understand God’s will in my life and to know he’s in my heart no matter what also keep my mother in your prayers
10.rashia little sister of samanthas friend had a concussion at school
1.mike’s job situation.
2.recent conflict with the girls
3.connie’s mom on way down south, safe travels
4.community unity for goose creek
5.repentance from my current idolatry
6. salvation for brie, opportunity to serve her, brokenness for david, spiritual hunger for alenda, conversation would continue with ryan, biblical growth for oasis, humility and stewardship of the gift given of leading the vision for oasis.
7. for brittany that her doctors would take care of her seizures and that ashley would not have any more seizures as she comes off her medication.
8.my sister kim that she would get the teaching job she desperately wants/needs.
9.calm my anxious spirit about the whole situation at home.
1.general prayers for family-healing of relationships-pray for traveling mercies
2.peace for connie
3.salvation for connie’s doughter
4.pray mike finds a job a job as soon as possible
also for better relationship with the kids
5.pray school gets easier
6.for global economy and for out new president: his life, safety and his ideas for our world
7.pray for core team/launch/membership class, spiritual warfare with others, that we would be more missional, pray for the lost in our city
8.lynn would return wholeheartedly to the lord
9.christine would walk closer to God
10. george feels better
Pray for our house to sell, major financial strain.
Pray for comfort and peace during this difficult time with my Uncle Bill looking at the edge of glory and the demons looking to torment his heart before he is out of their reach forever.
Pray for my Aunt Robin as she loses the love of her life and is not in regular Christian fellowship in Austin, though they are people of faith.
1.pray for the lost
2.pray that mike finds a job very soon
3.i pray that my pride might die so i can learn humility and that Jesus would guide me and my life
4.pray that above all,Jesus will be rightly represented by us this holiday season
5. bring me closer to God, that george’s health is good and he doesn’t have any seizures
6. please pray and thank God for more work.He has provided a great , timely job that i am currently busy with. but, also ,pray i would draw very near to the Lord.
7.pray that during Thanksgiving/Christmas season;the only presents we receive is being in the presence of God after death although we will never be deserving of it but because of Jesus we can have it.
8. pray for continued humble wision for oasis and those that are far from God, for my “tomatoes”- fear of man-and approval suck….for oasis launch in january ( 3 groups- leadership, care, and sunday)
Please pray for Paige Doughty. I work with her Dad at Embarq & she is in the pediatric unit at Arnold Palmer. They have already put in a stint for kidney dialysis, and are doing surgery probably tomorrow to remove a mystery substance from her lungs. I think she is just about 2 years old. The parent’s names are Sam and Robyn. Thanks!
1. pray for deliverance from an idol that i am struggling with so that i could draw near to God.
2. for the health of ;my “3 girls”
3. my son salvation,recovery connie and derek(cold, for understanding and love (for myself). for george no more seizures… the girls too.
4.pray for our “pie slices”- pray for my fear of man, worried about what people think verses what God want to be said. for our city, for men to rise up and be leaders in home, work, and spiritually. for opportunities to share Jesus, that col.1:9-12,eph.1:15-23 would be reality in our lives.
5. mike has gone back to work. what a blessing to the family. definately E.G.G
1.kia is having alot of back and wrist pain
2. george- i pray that oasis becomes a magnet for those around ;us that dont have God in their life.
3.repent of my current idolatrous sin and have a much closer relationship with the Lord.
4. every one has a safe and prosperous christmas and new years, that the new year brings jobs for those without. also pray that i am a leader in christ for oasis
5.we all have a great christmas and out family comes closer
6.that the love felt at oasis between the original players will always be there.
7.the love for the lost would become more evident as oasis continues to grow
8. that i would continue to be burdened for those who are far from God, that i would continue to remember that God has been patient with me and that i would be patient with others. that we would pray for our city, love our city, would invest in others
Thank you all for praying for Paige Doughty. She is home from the hospital much earlier than expected and doing awesome! Our team at Embarq received a special bonus this past month, and instead of selfishly using for our own benefit decided to provide the family with a blessing. I was very blessed by this move of God for Sam and Robyn.
I would also like to share a praise in my life… on Saturday, December 6, I graduated with my Bachelors of Science Degree in Human Services from Southeastern University in Lakeland, FL. If anyone is looking for a great University which offers online degrees… I will be happy to answer any questions.
I would like to ask for prayer for my family, as we are grieving the loss of my Uncle, Rein Krohn from Iola, Ks. Uncle Rein’s physical heart gave out on Saturday, December 13, and his spiritual heart is now rejoicing with his Savior! Praise God for Salvation!
Love to all my Oasis Family! I pray for you every day for God to build up a strong and mighty work of God!
Christa
1. kia niece, anna, has double ear infection and gasteral intestine infection
2. my heart would grow immensely toward christ and away from my sin and idolatry
3.george prays for growing boldness in jesus and better leadership of my family
4. salvation love and protection for family
5.personal tentions and problems with people i have tried to talk to and settle differences. give me the power in voice to end all of my discrepencies, with others. continue to pray for my mom and dad health issues.
6.the continued relationship with god when i pray
7.alenda’s health and neighborhood- that oasis would serve and connect
8.that i would grow in kindness, tenderness and forgiveness
lost family members
sunday, wednesday, and bi saturdays decons and elders
pray the we would grow in christ
Sure, Derek…thx so much for asking!
The young guy is doing better, but still is working thru some issues.
We’re still looking for worship leaders…I served for 15 years as a music minister/worship pastor, so I’ll prob’ly so double-duty for a minute, but I don’t want to have to do that for too long…
Don’t mind at all if you post these!
Friends,
As we prepare for the coming months of discipleship and ministry, I want to ask you boldly to please pray for me and my family. There is so much work to be done and I need focus, wisdom and discernment regarding what our Lord wants us to learn as we press on through further evangelism training. Moreso, our Lord reminds us the fields are ready for harvest and the laborers are few, so please ask the Lord of the Harvest to provide more workers. And the lost. Pray for the lost.
Would you please dedicate a focused time of prayer for these things? As you are praying, would you join me in praying for these three people I am corresponding with?
1) Dorkas lives in Jawa Tengah, Indonesia. She is a new Christian and wrote me asking to pray for her family. No other details at this time. There may be persecution involved;
2) Manpreet lives in New Delhi. He is not a Christian and has been reading some books that bring together teachings of world religions toward “enlightenment.” He wrote me this morning about his sudden concern that the people in the books are not real and the teachings are confusing to him. Pray that God opens the eyes of his heart.
3) Fatah lives in the United Arab Emirates prayed just this morning to ask the Lord Jesus Christ to save him. Pray he finds a fellowship of believers.
Thank you brothers and sisters.
This is a request for prayer for YWAM (Youth With a Mission) missionaries and their churches in Orissa, India . The request came from Mable Hurst, an associate of HCJB Global. Please read and make this a matter of urgent prayer.
Dear beloved sponsors and friends of Good News India . We have never seen anything like this. We knew that Orissa was the most resistant and hostile State in India as far as the Gospel is concerned. And we brushed off the continuous threats and harassment we faced as we went about His work. But none of our staff imagined that they would see this kind of carnage…. And it seems to be totally under the radar of the Western Media ….
Let me explain…. A militant Hindu priest and 4 of his attendants, who were zealously going around the villages of Orissa and ‘reconverting’ people back to Hinduism, were gunned down by unknown assailants in Central Orissa last weekend. Immediately the Christians were blamed. The cry rose up…’Kill the Christians!’
And the horror began…. In the past 4 days, we have first hand witness to hundreds of churches being blown up or burned and many, many dozens of Christian tribals have been slaughtered. For no other reason than they bear the name of Christ.
Night and day I have been in touch with our Good News India Directors spread across 14 Dream Centers in Orissa… they are right in the middle of all this chaos. In Tihidi, just after the police came to offer protection, a group of 70 blood-thirsty militants came to kill our staff and destroy the home. They were not allowed to get in, but they did a lot of damage to our Dream Center by throwing rocks and bricks and smashing our gate, etc. They have promised to come back and ‘finish the job.’
Our kids and staff are locked inside and have stayed that way with doors and windows shut for the past 3 days. It has been a time of desperately calling on the Lord in prayer. More police have come to offer protection. In Kalahandi, the police and some local sympathizers got to our dream center and gave our staff and kids about 3 minutes notice to vacate. No one had time to even grab a change of clothes or any personal belonging. As they fled, the blood thirsty mob came to kill everyone in the building. We would have had a mass funeral there, but for His grace. In Phulbani, the mob came looking for Christian homes and missions. The local Hindu people, our neighbors turned them away by saying that there were no Christians in this area So they left.. We had favor. The same thing happened in Balasore.
All our dream centers are under lock down with the kids and staff huddled inside and police outside. The fanatics are circling outside waiting for a chance to kill. Others were not so fortunate. In a nearby Catholic orphanage, the mob allowed the kids to leave and locked up a Priest and a computer teacher in house and burned them to death. Many believers have been killed and hacked into pieces and left on the road…. even women and children. At another orphanage run by another organization, when this began, the Director and his wife jumped on their motorbike and simply fled, leaving all the children and staff behind. Every one of our GNI directors that I have spoken to said: ‘We stay with our kids…. we live together or die together, but we will never abandon what God has called us to do.’ More than 5000 Christian families have had their homes burned or destroyed. They have fled into the jungles and are living in great fear waiting for the authorities to bring about peace. But so far, no peace is foreseen.
This will continue for another 10 days…. supposedly the 14 day mourning period for the slain Hindu priest. Many more Christians will die and their houses destroyed. Many more churches will be smashed down. The Federal government is trying to restore order and perhaps things will calm down. We ask for your prayers. Only the Hand of God can calm this storm. None of us know the meaning of persecution. But now our kids and staff know what that means. So many of our kids coming from Hindu backgrounds are confused and totally bewildered at what is happening around them. So many of their guardians have fled into the jungles and are unable to come and get them during these trying times.
Through all this, I am more determined than ever to continue with our goal: the transformation of a community by transforming its children. Orissa will be saved… that is our heart’s cry. If we can take these thousands of throw-away children and help them to become disciples of Jesus, they will transform an entire region. It is a long term goal, but it is strategic thinking in terms of the Great Commission.
What can you do? First, please uphold all this in fervent prayer. Second, pass this e-mail on to as many friends as you can. We must get the word out and increase our prayer base for this is spiritual warfare at its most basic meaning. We are literally fighting the devil in order to live for His Kingdom. The next 10 days are crucial. We pray for peace and calm to pervade across Orissa.
Thank you for taking the time to read this. Please pass it on and help us to get as many people to partner with us on this cutting edge effort to fulfill His mandate: Go and make disciples of all nations…. Prayer works!
Blessings,
Chip & Sandy Wanner Col 2:2
MBI Team Facilitators to YWAM frontlines
“Pray without ceasing.”
I’ve been corresponding the last few days with Manpreet, a 17-year old who lives in New Delhi, India. He is a disciple of the Sikh religion and wants very badly to be a follower of God. This is an interesting statement, coming from Sikh. Sikhism teaches (basically) that God is an impersonal force, but that He is the Creator and inner teacher who manifests Himself as the Universe. Gurus are “saints” who embody “divine light” and salvation is achieved by uniting with God–become “one” with the Universe.
Just a few minutes ago, I sent him a formal gospel presentation. Please pray for “tongues” (as it were). His English is ok and I wrote as simply as possible. Please pray he understands, that communication would be unhindered and they eyes of his heart would be opened. He contacted me initially through this website: http://www.trueloveandgod.com/ of which I am an Online Missionary. We’ve been working through many questions.
Thanks.
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Sharing the faith while there’s still time,
James Wilson, Head-dibber, since 2004.
1 Corinthians 2:2
Specific prayer requests…right now we could use prayer on a couple things. 1) Negotiating with the co-owners of a building that has a ton of potential for ministry downtown. They want to sell…we’re presenting some creative financial scenarios and holding our breath. 2) Coming up is a chance for me to meet with the head of the community association where we want to minister and serve. I’d love to see a solid connection there.
That is kind of you Derek. It would be kind of God to continue to show favor on my business, which is to come alongside pastors to help equip them as they equip their folks.
God is opening many doors around the world, which is quite exciting and humbling. My prayer is for wisdom to serve and more opportunities to serve.
I pray for the boldness of Jesus Christ when “doing life” and talking about my faith.
Please pray for the Ackerman’s, specifically his health and for an opportunity to share the gospel.
1. Shawn Maze- To be able to sell his house. To get the new job he’s hoping for. For continued Leadership growth at the ministry.
2. Kia and Mike- For the Elders deliberation at Metro North. Kia: For Grace with her kids.
3. Brie- Give praise to the Father Brie found a house!
4. Lynn- For job to paint houses in New Jersey.
5. Connie- For the woman she is counseling with depression.
6. Christine- That our kids have a great relationship with God. That George doesn’t have anymore seizures. For George’s walk with Jesus.
7. For all the Oasis Marriages.
Especially and not to be forgotten:
Marcus needs to have his brakes fixed on his ten speed.
Please pray for,
Derek’s Mom (Andrea), she is trying to find a job…prayerfully a good one. Please pray for her as she deserves a stress free job after all these years.
Urgent Prayer Request:
Stephen Sullivan, Don Navorska’s nephew, has been
seriously injured in a bad traffic accident = broken ribs, facial fractures,
etc, etc. from and ejection from the vehicle. Please pray for healing and for
the family. Another young man was in this acccident also – no name or info on
his condition.
Please Pray For,
Please pray for Kevin and Amy. They are separated, with three children, and
need a miracle. They do not have an active walk with the Lord. Thank you.
Please Pray For,
Please pray for the health of our Supreme Court Justice
Ruth Ginsburg. We are told she has had surgery to remove a small tumor.
Please pray that during her recovery she will recieve a healing of her body
and will accept Christ as her Saviour. May Ministers of the Gospel reach her
with the truth – we ask that you Lord Jesus heal her phyiscally and
spiritually. Brother Rick – Pray for those in authority.
Please Pray For,
From Ken Lewis. aka. “Ready One”
I am headed out the door for Tuesday morning mentoring. At 0930 this morning I
have a meeting with my attorney to discuss a custody countersuit strategy for
our granddaughters. Please add us to the prayer list. Ken
PRAISE THE FATHER!
Praise report from Cam Kirker aka covert 2. Surgery went well and the
Doctors believe they found and removed all cancerous cells. Carol is home and
resting well. Thank you all for praying. Glory Be To God.
Please pray for,
John’s mother’s health : So far she is doing okay but still can use our prayers to help bring her through her recovery.
PRAISE THE FATHER,
For the opportunity to fellowship with Tom & Ashlea, of South Carolina Organic Church Network, on April 4th 2009, All of us at Oasis are looking forward to worshipping together.
URGENT REQUEST
Greg Smith’s grandmother went to be with our Lord. At the same time, his wife is being admitted to the hospital and his infant son is sick.
Grace and mercy for the Smith family as they walk through this time of grief and suffering.
my friend has to put her dog to sleep friday evening. Jake has been like a child to her for a long time. i am going to sit with her while it is done and for a bit afterwards. i pray i will have the right words to comfort her.
i also need to pick up some more houses to clean. i pray god will send the right amount of houses for me to handle and that it will be enough income to sustain my kids and myself.
We pray for Trinity Worldwide Outreach Ministries, Sanctuary, Living Word Church, and Ashley River.
For our current series in Care group (Book of John & How to Grow In Christ), Genesis (Celebration) and for those who are far from God who have been attending, that God would draw them to the point of admitting, believing and committing to Christ Jesus as Lord!!!
George’s meetings with Trinity Worldwide Outreach Ministries would produce an online presence for them for the glory of the Lord.
Shawn Maze: for the continued success of Blanket & Breakfast
Kia: For her friend Joanne’s pet (see above), and for more houses to clean (see above)
George: For discernment and focus to lead a more effective, Jesus centered life
Derek: For help in dealing with his fear of man
Lynn: For a better relationship with the Lord
Brie: For Grace to deal with her boss, and safety in her new home
Mike: for more time with God and his family
Friends,
Leslie and I will be visiting with Abdullah tonight around 8:00. We are taking him some food. I talked with him on the phone again today and he told me that he has been coming up short in paying his child support. When he took what money he did have to the court, the judge did not arrest him because he was attempting to make payment with “something.” The thought of going to jail scared him half out of his wits–he was very shaken! He instantly began lamenting about being such a poor, weak Muslim and his need to “get right.”
Please pray for our sensitivity in talking with him and with the judicial system so close to his experience, please pray he can see his need for Christ when he understands how he has broken God’s moral law and the need for cleansing from sin.
In case you did not get it from Facebook, I have attached a picture of Abdullah (a bit fuzzy,but oh well).
Thank you, friends.
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Sharing the faith while there’s still time,
James Wilson, Head-dibber, since 2004.
1 Corinthians 2:2
Please Pray for My sister in Christ,
Connie: After she helps so many…so often. Connie needs your prayer for her job situation is not good. Your prayers are needed for her to receive an answer from the Holy Spirit to give her the courage needed to begin a “Personal Shopper” for the elderly business.
Please Pray for,
Marcus Lewis informed us this morning that his wife’s
daughter, Shawna, has been told she has throat can*er. * is in the diagnois
on purpose – Please pray for her and her Mom, Noreen. The Lewis’ are making
plans to go to New York to be with Shawna as immediate surgery is being
considered.
Please Pray for,
From BJ Harris, Stealth 67, Please pray for my wife, Melanie, as she has had
major surgery and is in the hospital recovering. Shalom and thanks for your
prayers
Urgent Prayer Reuest: Patrick Dunbar, Light Saber 1, has had a mind heart
this morning and has been admited to St. Anthony’s in Atlanta, GA. We are
told that he is stable an has a temporary pacemaker. Please pray for Patrick
and for the Doctors and nurses decisions for his care. via, his son, Bryan
Partick Dunbar
Urgent Prayer Request,
From a friend, Ed Phipps: In our adult Sunday school class, one of our
members very tearfully gave us an update on her friend Susan May’s son Nick.
Nick, who has suffered with heart problems since infancy and is now a high
school senior, will be operated on Thursday for a serious condition affecting
his aortic valve at Children’s Hospital of Atlanta in Egleston. The doctors
have told the family that they will either be successful in repairing his
damaged heart or he will die on the operating table on Thursday. They have
told the family there is no other possible outcomes.
Urgent Prayer Request,
Prayer Request from the Arizona Sqaudron Leader: Doug Ball
Pray for Dr. Naomi Paget’s son, Tod Is a Houston Firefighter and was badly
injured while fighting a house fire on Sunday. Naomi’s husband John is on his
way to Houston today. Tod will have surgery(ies) on Thursday for skin
grafting.
Dr Paget is our Chaplain Trainer for Disaster Relief. Please be praying for
their family.
Please Pray For,
Prayer Request from Ken Lewis, aka, “Ready One”
Please take a moment for ME, and lift up the following to our Lord thy God.
This may be forwarded.
We are supporting our son in a custody suit for our granddaughters, Athena and
Anastasiya.
Pray as the Lord leads, but include:
Judge Andy Morales for patience and ears to hear (assigns hearing Judges)
The unknown Judge (who will hear the case) for wisdom
Judge Rene Diaz (Former District Court Judge) is our attorney. He asks the
Lord to be with him as he prepares and presents the case that the truth will
prevail and protect the girls.
The family (Ken, Deb, Jason, Bea, et al.) has given full and honest accounting
and disclosure.
And, anything else the Spirit leads you to lift up.
Here are some key verses we feel apply.
Ephesians 6:12 (NKJV) 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but
against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of
this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.
James 5 (NKJV) 13 Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone
cheerful? Let him sing psalms. 16 Confess your trespasses to one another, and
pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of
a righteous man avails much.
Matthew 18:20 (NKJV) For where two or three are gathered together in My name,
I am there in the midst of them.”
2 Samuel 22:7 (NKJV) In my distress I called upon the LORD, And cried out to
my God; He heard my voice from His temple, And my cry entered His ears.
James 1:17 (NKJV) Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and
comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or
shadow of turning.
Mark 9:36-38 (NKJV) 36 Then He took a little child and set him in the midst of
them. And when He had taken him in His arms, He said to them, 37 “Whoever
receives one of these little children in My name receives Me; and whoever
receives Me, receives not Me but Him who sent Me.”
James 4:3 (NKJV) 3 You ask and do not receive, because you ask amiss, that you
may spend it on your pleasures.
1 Corinthians 5:3-5 (NKJV) 4 In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, when you
are gathered together, along with my spirit, with the power of our Lord Jesus
Christ, 5 deliver such a one to Satan for the destruction of the flesh, that
his spirit may be saved in the day of the Lord Jesus.
A full background story is available upon request. I want the burden of prayer
to be the focus of this message.
Thank you,
KEN LEWIS
Please Say a Prayer for,
Pastor Robinson, who’s Aunt passed away this Saturday. Pastor Robinson and she were very close. Our Father has called another angel home to Heaven, she was 72. Pastor Robinson you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Your Sister in Christ
Christine Conklin
PRAISE THE FATHER!!!
Praise Report from Ken Lewis, aka, Ready One:
Thank you Jesus! The glory is Yours, as we celebrate the VICTORY.
The results of last night’s prayer plea and your faithful petitions have move
the hand of God in favor of Athena and Anastasiya (); hands down, slam dunk!
We cannot thank you enough for your prayers in this matter.
Continued specifics are:
Judge Diaz (Jason’s attorney)
Jason; father
Rosanna (Rosie); mother and her attorney (Romans 5:10)
Family and friends involved
My employment, school, ministry, family balance
Deb’s spine ailment for healing/reprieve. As soon as I am back to work, she’ll
get surgery.
And, anything else the Spirit leads you to lift up.
For the full story, read about Hansel and Greta on the TransformSA forum.
Blessings,
KEN LEWIS
Please Pray For My Oasis Brothers and Sisters,
Brie – That God would draw her closer to himself.
Samantha – The school issues she needs help with, along with grades.
Marcus – That he be able to focus more.
Mike – actually 2 things for Mike : 1) His niece found a lump in her daughter’s chest and her daughter is only 2 yrs old.
Mike – 2) His cousin just had a baby “PRAISE THE FATHER”
John – Please continue to pray for his mother while she goes through recovery process. She has been through much pain.
Connie – Will need a job soon. I personally hate that this is happening considering all she does for everyone she knows. Please pray she finds a job soon.
Kia – Is still looking for more work.
Lynn – Wants to be closer to God. He also wants Oasis to be God centered and the people of Oasis to be God seeking.
George – Hopes for Great results with Trinity and a blessed relationship.
Derek – His mom found a job. “PRAISE THE FATHER”, for sermon series with TWOM, and that Oasis would continue to grow and become more of a total church
Please pray that I would would grow in contentment.
A friend of Oasis on Facebook.
FROM LAST NIGHT’S PRAYER REQUEST: Derek lingered on and was inspired by the quote below from Tim Chester’s “Total Church”…
“Rather than expecting church members to adapt to these life changes on their own, others have thought together about what changes it means for them as a church. They have reviewed their their weekly meeting times, rethought their gospel opportunities, and shared responsibilities.”
Derek also is thankful for the opportunity to meet with Gapo and prays that Gapo comes to a saving grace.
Oasis prayer requests from 3/11/09
HEALTH CONCERNS
Faye, (Brie and Denise’s bosses wife) is having a liver biopsy done.
Brittany having tests done at MUSC regarding seizures.
Christine additional changes in her medications.
GOD’S WILL
Bob S. for his mobile home to sell.
Shawn M. for his house to sell.
Keisha’s (with Trinity Worldwide) mother went to be with the Lord.
Jim G. financial prayers.
Andrea T. training for new job.
Michael R. for his company’s business to improve.
Michael R. for his niece and her baby.
Brie J. for God to draw her closer to Himself.
MINISTRIES
Sanctuary’s Breakfast & Blankets outreach.
Trinity Worldwide having a Youth Spelling Bee.
Prayer warriors: thank you ahead of time for praying for our evangelism out reach, here are the details.
Remember we will be meeting at noon at Hardees (maps and other information found here: http://www.stpatsinfivepoints.com/) I will actually be on the street by about 10:30.
Please note that the temperature will be a bit “down” on Saturday, so dress warm, and please bring a collapsible umbrella–be prepared. I will bring gospel tracts, unless you absolutely want to bring some yourself. Note: Buses do not allow backpacks, so if you park and ride, please prepare accordingly. Also, bring $$ for concessions if you need them.
For those who will be preparing for open-air preaching (you know who you are), I draw your attention to the following passages that will be read aloud in between messages:
Romans 3, 5-6
Hebrews 9-10
Matthew 27-28
Isaiah 53
We will rush into battle for the purpose of not killing, but making alive in our Lord Christ Jesus!
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Sharing the faith while there’s still time,
James Wilson, Head-dibber, since 2004.
1 Corinthians 2:2
PRAISES:
Brittany C. is home now with a treatment plan.
HEALTH CONCERNS:
Brie J. for Will’s hand surgery and that they have discernment with their finances during his recovery.
John B.’s mom is still receiving chemo, pray for her comfort and perseverence.
GOD’S WILL:
Bob S. for his mobile home to sell.
Shawn M. for his house to sell.
Brie J., Ashley & Brittany C. for God to draw them closer to Himself.
Michael/Kia marriage/relationship/communication.
Alex/Denise marriage.
Marcus needs to improve his behavior at school.
John B. struggling with forgiveness of brother.
Lynn for him to die to himself and for God to increase his love of God’s people.
George for the work he doing with TWOM.
Christine for spiritual warfare during her prayer time and for her to gain control of her thoughts.
MINISTRIES:
Lynn for the music ministry of Oasis.
Marcie – Please pray for the “Battle of the Sexes” evangelistic Outreach this Friday
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at CITC!!! It is for high school students/8th graders and is a city-wide
event sponsored by Urban Youth Ministries, this Friday, the 20th 7-9 PM.
Please pray for all the details to come together and that God would bring
LOTS of kids who don’t yet know Him! Also pray for Salt as he prepares the
message and gives it. May many kids come to know Jesus this weekend!!!
Also, please keep Adama, Melinda, Rachel, Mikealia and Jamie in your prayers
- that they would make good choices and seek after God!
Max – Greetings in the matchless name of our LORD and SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST!
Please continue to pray for Unity on site for all involved with the
building (Project Nehemiah). Praise God for your petitions and prayers!
Have a blessed week in Yeshua! God Bless…keep lifting them up! Amen
Eliza – Grades, Grades, Grades
School, School, School.
Steffen – Pray for me to stay healthy, and to hold on to my dreams…to be
a police officer when the future comes. Pray for me to have
confidence in myself, and be positive when I think. I’ve been to
negative in my life.
Levi – I need prayer for a spiritual awakening. I need a new wineskin, and
a heart longing for God. And not the things of this world. And to
honor and respect my parents
Chance – Pray for the Salazar Family that peace would come to them. And
God would keep in my life and that He would help me get stronger
and better at baseball
Jovan – This last gathering you spoke of influencing those around you. I
don’t know how I can. I go to a school full of people who feel as
if God has betrayed them. They are hurt and proud and hardened. If
I mention Christianity at all…people are going at eachothers
throats. I ask you to pray for them and for me.
Chelsie N. – I just want to give thanks to God because I got into DU this
week. Which was my 1st choice school. And He also provided a
$9000 dollar scholarship so a 1/3 of my tuition is paid off
and it’s renewable each year. I’d like to give thanks to God
for His blessings and grace. With Him all things are possible
Leon – Lord can you help me find a job. My cousin Fonzo and that all would
would go well with his surgery…Amen
Michael – Help my Dad…his sister just died of cancer
Shanekqua – Pray for Fonzo’s surgery. Help Brookllen feel better. Help
her to heal. Help me trust in God no matter what happens.
Thank You.
Please say a prayer for Pastor Robinson :
1. Kids and uniforms (toastmasters).
2. Staying in shape (personal)
3. Freezer for all the food and needs in the area.
Ramon Robinson ask prayer for his brother J.O. Carter. J.O. is 75 years old and recently fell and broke his hip. He has had heart problems over the last several years along with internal bleeding which the doctors can’t seem to find. Because of that the surgery was a high risk factor. It went well but it seems that my brother has given up. Please pray for his strength to return as well as for his physical and Spiritaul health. I am praying that the Lord will use J.O. to glorify His Mighty name and use this to bring others in the family to his grace.
PRAISES:
Kia R. added 2 more houses to her cleaning business.
Faye, (Brie and Denise’s bosses wife) who was having a liver biopsy done…she just had gall bladder surgery that was the real issue and is recovering well.
HEALTH CONCERNS:
Kia’s Uncle Bob suffers from dementia and is getting worse – he’s not recognizing people.
Kia’s Aunt Nelda’s kidney’s are shutting down but she refuses dialysis; also needs re-occuring knee surgery.
GOD’S WILL:
Bob S. for his mobile home to sell.
Shawn M. for his house to sell.
Brie J., Ashley & Brittany C. for God to draw them closer to Himself.
Michael/Kia marriage/relationship/communication.
Alex/Denise marriage.
Marcus needs to improve his behavior at school.
Lynn for him to die to himself and for God to increase his love of God’s people.
John B. Aunt went to be with the Lord last week…pray for peace and comfort in his family.
Brie J. needs peace/comfort concerning her kids.
Mike R. prayer for his family, and his job (business to pick up)
MINISTRIES:
Lynn for the music ministry of Oasis.
-Pastor Robinson – for the 50 days of prayer with his church, for continued coverage for the students with uniforms.
-Pastor Turner – zoning meeting on Monday, for the continued growth of new leaders, spiritual maturity and a passion for spiritual transformation be at he heartbeat of His church.
-Pastor Maze – The gospel is making a mess and I am Jesus’ mop right now, please pray.
-Shelley Walker’s Uncle “John” is in a drug induced comma by Doctors who gave him a mechanical heart while he is waiting for a heart donor. They are trying to bring him out ot the comma and are having complications – multiple life threatening problems. Please pray NOW for John, the attending Doctors and Nurses – Uncle John’s Family – Thank You, Bro. Rick for Dave Walker, aka, “Rollin Thunder”
-Brynn Woods a 3 year old little girl has been diagnosed with an extremley rare form of cancer. In fact, she is the only 3 year old know to have been diagnosed with Malignant Fibrous Histiocystoma. Her parents are moving her to MD Anderson in Houston. That is a days car ride from Mobile and will create a great burnden for her family. Brynn knows God hears and answers our prayers and asks she ask us to prayer for her and her family during this difficult time. Tony Snell, LA Squadron
-For Alec & Denise
-For David & Alenda
-For Michael & Kia & the kids
-For Brie’s salvation, confession and commitment to Jesus as Lord and savior
-For Lynn’s job prospect in Florida (that more jobs too would be closer to home…)
-For John’s Mom whose sister past away
-For Derek’s faithfulness and long-suffering
-For Oasis, its vision, its call and growth
-For Berkeley County, Mayor Heitzler, Goose Creek Comprehensive Planning
-For Thom, i’m having trouble focusing right now. between the semester wrapping up and outside distractions, it’s been a rough few weeks for me. i think that would be a huge blessing.
Please Pray For
Pastor Jim Sink who has
had a heart cath in Raleigh/Durham – healing and recovery. Thank you -Mike
Daniels, aka, Dive Bomber.
Praise that that Kat’s (Ian and Kat) Mom is not in critical condition, she’s getting her own room and is improving. Prayer for healing
For Michael and Kia’s relationship, and Michael’s financial situation
For Marcus to focus more on his teachers and keep his hands to himself
For 2 of our self-employed members, that they would find more employment and that Lynn would draw nearer to the Lord
For Michael that work would pick up
That Derek would have more faithfulness and long suffering
That George would have slower anger, realize that “its not about me” and success in discipling Chris and my girls
For John’s back, he needs pain relief and healing
For speedy healing of the stress fracture on Kia’s right foot
For my friend Dana and his wife Hope, prayer for their extended family
Derek, If you could keep Me, my wife and son in your prayers that would be great. We are all sick. My son has bronchitis and my wife and I have a sore throat and a bad cough. I ended up not going to the men’s prayer breakfast. Thanks -Stephen Richards
Please Pray For Signet Stone’s Daughter,
Our 1 year old daughter, Melody Joy, is having surgery at 7:45 AM Thursday,
which is tomorrow. She was born with some congenital defects that did not
require repare at birth, but the surgeons will repair them now that she is a
year old. She will have 3 to 4 surgeries over a six month period.
Since my wife is the biggest bread winner of the family, I am the one who is
not going to work for 6 months to take care of Melody Joy while she recovers.
This has put a strain on our finances and we have had to majorly reconfigure
the budget.
Please pray for Melody Joy that she will have a quick recovery with the least
amount of pain. Pray for the doctors, nurses and all involved in the process.
Also, pray for us in the area of our finances becaus this will not be an easy
6 months.
Daryl Hunt – http://livingwordchurch.com/ Advisory Board Member:
-Personal: Psalm 19:14 Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.
-Ministry: For leadership training with the Life Groups
-Personal: For Diane (wife) and his daughter’s safe travel to/from conference.
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Pastor Herman Robinson – http://www.trinitasfoundation.org
-They are currently on day 5 of their 50-days of Prayer, please continue to pray for us.
-Uniforms for the youth toastmasters.
-Technology decisions.
-Anthony’s mother – health concerns.
-Church’s vision banquent
Oasis Prayer Request,
Shawn Maze – For his house to sell and for the celebration and continued peace while installing elders
Mark Turner – That Ashley River would be patient in their next phase of their building project, and that spiritual hunger and thirst would continue to grow
Brie – That God would continue to draw her to Himself to the point of confessing Christ Jesus as Lord and Savior
Derek – Faithfulness and perseverance through long-suffering
Lynn – God’s Heart for unbelievers
Connie – Clarity
Kia – More work
Alec & Denise – Brokenness & Repentance and that Christ would be the reason for restoring their marriage
Bob Summers – That his trailer would sell and that he would continue to persevere with his fibromialsia, and for patients w/ his family
Mike & Kia – Brokeness & Repentance as God restores better communication in their marriage.
Marcus – That Christ would be his Lord and Savoir and give him the fruit of the spirit of self-control, Teachers conference.
Oasis – That we would embrace the celebrations of our context.
Connie & Derek – That we would spiritually/prayerfully touch everything, that we would invest in our family with gospel intentionality, that our finances would continue to be blessed and we would increase, that we would continue to grow in the knowledge and grace of our Lord and Savior Christ Jesus.
Christine & George – George and Girls seizure free and Christine and girls conflict free. Pray for continuing healthy marriage and that regular intake of the Bible would be a part of living to give.
As far as praying for me, I feel so fortunate and blessed-i would be hard to say I would need ask for anything though I do think often about my little sister Chavonte, and imagine she could use many prayers to help guide her in her learning, keeping her safe and surrounded by good people who will support her education, help maintain providing her shelter and a supporting a direction for her future that doesn’t involve drugs, gangs or alcohol.. If you could pray for her-it would be much appreciated!
Urgent Prayer,
Prayer Request and Up-Date from AZ Squadron:
Prayer needed for Mark Doub. This is from the wife, Jo.
My daughter and I had to take Mark to the ER again last night. We didn’t get
home until 4:00 a.m. so I’m operating on adrinaline right now. However, I
wanted you to know that not only is Mark completely filled with excess fluids,
he has an infection. We talked to the hospital doctor tonight and she told us
Mark has several abcesses floating around inside the fluid at the bottom of
the abdomen and that is what is causing all of Mark’s pain. She has requested
our surgeon to see Mark tomorrow along with this specialist in infections.
Our oncologist will return tomorrow as well. This team of doctors will have
to counsel together to try and determine the best next step/treatment for
Mark.
I’m reserving that diagnosis of abcesses until our oncologist reports to us
tomorrow morning. Show Low Hospital tried to tell us he had an abcess and it
turned out to be a hematoma.
Mark is pretty upset, right now at the possibility of surgery. The Dilaudid
impairs Mark’s thinking and has affected his hearing. Dr. Ray also mentioned
they might elect to go through the infected belly area to get to the abcesses.
That really set Mark off and he told her under no uncertain terms that no one
was to touch that area w/o putting him out! This is the area that is so
tender and painful! He’s been in more pain today despite the Dilaudid too.
This doctor ordered a pain patch plus increased his Dilaudid to every 2 hours
instead of every 4 hours.
Pray for all the doctors that will filter through Mark’s room tomorrow that
they will have real wisdom in determining the next step. My daughter-in-law
is staying with me at the hospital tomorrow morning to help me to understand
and not get too overwhelmed with all the medical information that will
probably get thrown at us.
Thanks.
In His Grip,
Jo
Urgent Prayer,
Prayer Request from San Antonio Squadron:
Warriors,
Kirk and Patty . Their youngest daughter Sarah has been in and out of the
hospital several times over the last couple of months. Sarah is only about 6
months old and is on a list for a new liver. . she is running a fever . 101+.
they have had to take her back to the hospital again. Please join me in
praying for a complete healing for her and God’s peace for her parents. . I
know we serve a powerful God who is able to do exceedingly abundantly above
all that we ask or think, according to the Power that works in us. Join me as
I lift them up to Jesus.
Blessings,
KEN LEWIS
Urgent Prayer Request,
URGENT: Please pray for Jack Richardson aka “Anchor Man”, he is in Medical
University of South Carolina in Charleston after suffering a heart attack.
Jack is in CCU and is stable. Doctors are running a battery of tests tomorrow
to assess damage. Thank you.
PRAISES
Kia got another house for her cleaning business.
HEALTH CONCERNS
Kia’s nephew Dillon is getting tubes in his ears.
Gapo’s son, Gunner has a hernia.
John’s mom is slowly healing.
GOD’S WILL
Bob S.’s house to sell – waiting for approval of buyer by the Park.
Bob S. wants to walk out Psalm 19:14 in his life – more witness and less firehose.
Alec prayer for his wife’s brokenness and repentence.
A friend of Oasis’ job and finances are critical.
Gapo’s marriage communication where he be diligent to set the tone and for God to draw him to Himself.
Lynn to have God’s heart for unbelievers.
George for God to continue drawing his girls to Himself…wants boldness for the gospel…having household issies with water heater…pray for employer and his employment.
Christine to be closer to God so she has the desire to post prayer requests.
Derek for humility, gentleness, patience and bearing with one another in love.
Brie’s finances and job ~ also a job for Will.
Nikki’s finances and new baby.
Michael/Kia communication.
Michael for a job.
MINISTRIES
Continue praying for Oasis and Berkeley County.
A freezer is needed for storing community food.
david has a friend that traveled over the weekend to be with his grandmother. she is suffering from complications from diabetes. the prognosis isnt good. she faces surgery and that may only extend her life for a few weeks. please pray that the doctors will have wisdom and the family will have peace. also that if it is in gods plan that she will be healed.
our living situation as reached a desperate point and i am asking that god grant me the wisdom to do what his plan is in this. also that my children although will be affected, that it not be a too tramatic thing for them.
Urgent Prayer Request,
Sonriseman has posted the following prayer request:
I am a pastor at SonRise Christian Church in Summerville, SC and have been
in ministry for over 30 yrs. My son was arrested over the weekend and accused
of armed robbery by two thugs who are security drivers for an escort service
called “Body Heat” in Charleston. Our son has no previous record and a friend
visiting in his home called the escort service…the last four digits of the
service are 6666…so now we know who is behind this attack on our family and
our son….please take this request nation wide…and ask on our behalf that
the enemy will not win! You can post my email address as I want everyone to
know our God reigns!
Jerry C. Thompson, Minister
jerry@sonrisechristianchurch.com
Urgent Prayer Request,
For Shelby McCarthy, for Sue Truesdale, mammograms and cancer in family.
Stealth 2 has posted the following prayer request:
The Affinity Gathering in Mobile is a matter of record. The Lord showed
Himself strong and we had a tremendous outpouring of God’s mercy and grace.
One young man in particular is on our hearts – please add Ryan to your ten
most wanted prayer list. That Ryan may be prayed into the Kingdom of God -
Brother Rick
Please Pray,
For David Farchild :
That God would grant grace, wisdom, knowledge, and clarity on their church plants that are coming up, for his traveling, and for Kaleo church.
Oasis and friends need prayer for…
Kia – current conflict situation and healing of cracked foot bone
Mike – for his job interview tomorrow that he might get the job, and prayer for his entire family, particularly in the area of finance
Marcus – school year ending, studies are progressing
Lynn – to have God’s heart for unbelievers
Brie – that God would draw her closer
John – prayers for the Heath family after the loss of a son
Shelby – her family is dealing with cancer, prayers for healing and comfort
Derek – for patience and against the fear of man; prayer for John’s brother Ricky that God would draw him to himself, and he would be reconciled; Mike B. that he would continue to grow in maturity and his desire to read God’s word
George – that God would continue drawing my wife and daughters to himself, and continue working the gospel in their lives; that I would be granted wisdom, patience and creative ways to find and make time in my life for work, God, ministering to my family, working on our finances, and learning his word; for my friend Dana who asks for strength, wisdom and understanding, and for his daughter’s best friend that God would heal her of her sickle cell anemia
Oasis’ Ministry – we continue praying for Oasis and Berkeley County; a freezer is needed for storing community food
Please say a special prayer for,
Stealth 3 has posted the following prayer request:
Shell Shocker 6 and Covert 2 are headed to Asia this morning to be on
mission for our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and are secluded to return on May
11. They will be in enemy territory and my spirit is troubled. Pray for their
safe travel and return, that they would find favor in their meetings, and that
the Lord would go before them and prepare the hearts of those around them for
the Gospel to be heard. Above all pray that God would be glorified.
Urgent Prayer Request,
Stealth 3 has posted the following prayer request:
Shell Shocker 6 and Covert 2 under attack.
Just returned to their hotel to find it locked down. One of the guests at the
hotel is suspected to have the flu virus. All supplies are locked in the
hotel. Nowhere to go for rest tonight. Pray for their safety as well as
protection against the virus. Pray for their wives as well.
Praise the Father,
Stealth 3 has posted the following prayer request:
Update.
Shell Shocker 6 and Covert 2 under attack.
Shell Shocker 6 and Covert 2 are being allowed to reenter the hotel. They will
be quarantined in the hotel for 1 week. We prayed this morning that Gods plan
would be our plan (ISA 30:1) and that His thoughts would be our thoughts, His
ways would be our ways (ISA 55:8-9) and that all things work together for
those that love Me (ROM 8:28).
For the next week they will have a captive audience in that hotel to share the
good news of Jesus Christ. God has strategically placed people in that hotel
for this reason. Pray that the Spirit has gone before them to prepare their
hearts. May God be glorified. Halleluiah.
Please Continue to Pray for,
Sonriseman has posted the following prayer request:
Update on Thompson Family…God is being honored and has surrounded us with
many acts of Christian love as we endure this time of storm and trial. Todd
was in church Sunday and heard a message delivered by the youth…about wise
decisions that I am sure sank into his head and heart…we also know that we
cannot hate “Body Heat”…we must forgive and ask God to have mercy on their
souls as well…as our battle is being played out in the Heavenlies against
the devil and not flesh and blood…(Ephesians 6) …and with God in control.
We have received blessings of money to pay off the bail bond as well as more
used toward the lawyer fees…and many cards and emails that are helping to
sustain us…Todd is in the process of moving out of his apartment to reside
with us…to free up money that is needed for fees…and to be out of that
environment as well…and to be close to his brother and parents as we listen
and learn from God together. Your prayers are making the difference and we
would love to hear from you…all emails are copied so my wife Cindy and son
Todd can read them as well…thanks brothers…Jerry C. Thompson…
jerry@sonrisechristianchurch.com
Please say a special prayer for,
John Bickle from Oasis – His uncle, Uncle John Quimby passed away today due to cancer complications. Father please be with John and his family during their time of need. John you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Please pray for the Oasis Missional Community,
Brie – Co-worker Frank Wells died suddenly Saturday night. He was only 35, with a family. Please pray for the ones he left behind…Father please let them feel your strength to deal with their loss…may they find peace knowing you are with them throughout it all and always.
William Mays father also passed away…William we are praying for your strength and understanding of this all…please know God will never leave you ever…lean on him.
John Bickle’s Uncle died… John I understand you were close to your Uncle…I’m so sorry to hear that he passed away. When I found out he had cancer I realized that he wasn’t in pain anymore, but were the one’s left in pain…only God can heal us and keep us strong and in peace…you are in our thoughts and prayers always.
The community of Oasis has been touched by the hand of God in the form of all these losses and is hard to understand. God has given us each other for support during our hardest times…you are all in our prayers so that you may find the peace and meaning of this.
Praise the Father – Kia’s sister Kelly is going to have a baby girl. Marcus’ grades came up.
Please Pray for,
Kia – Dylan is getting tubes in his ears.
Kia – thinks we should all say a prayer of comfort for all those who are mourning the loss of a loved one. whether it be recently or years past, parent, sibling, child, close friend, pet, spouse. the pain is still there and we all need God’s hand on our shoulder from time to time.
Mike – Waiting to hear about new job.
Lynn – To have God’s Heart for unbelievers.
Brittany – To have a seizure free prom.
Ashley – Grow closer to God
George – Patience and guidance, Learning to pray without ceasing.
Mitt – The Lord would reveal himself to us more and more.
Derek – Pray for the Richter’s and for Alec and Denise, for a new Disciple.
Christine – To recognize when I am being unkind and to allow people in my life more often. To be a better wife, mother and friend. To spend more time with God.
Please pray for,
Stealth 2 has posted the following prayer request:
Prayer Request from Bro. Rick Lindsay: 7MAY09
I am under attack – my right ankle is swollen and I am having trouble putting
any body weight on it. Probably going to have to get crutches or a cane to
enable me to get around today. Please pray as prompted. Thank you, Brother
Rick
Please continue to pray for,
Sonriseman has posted the following prayer request:
Brothers…waiting is tough but during the wait we hear God speak in many
ways…Thanks for lifting us up…we truly feel every prayer! The lawyer told
us it can take six months before he knows what will transpire…so we wait!
Cindy also suffers from migraines and will have a procedure next Thursday
(5-14) …as they burn a nerve in her neck to help eliminate the
pain…Prayers requested!
Please pray for Shawn,
Shawn Maze – Sanctuary – Prayer request for the Holy Spirit, Grace, and Peace, that the contract on their house scheduled in 3weeks would complete.
Please pray for the Oasis Missional Community,
Mike and Kia, Alec & Denise need prayers for their Marriages.
Mertice – A safe trip home tomorrow
Derek – patience and faithfulness, successful meeting with the City Council, and pray for blessings on Trinity Worldwide Outreach Ministries 50 days of prayer, and prayers for our leadership meeting on May 23rd.
Lynn – To have God’s heart for unbelievers.
Brie – To bring Brie closer to God.
Kia – Pray for her friends children.
George – Guidance and patience.
John – For his health to improve, God’s help for his grieving family.
Connie – God would reveal the personal sin in her life so that she may be pruned in God’s image.
Ashley – To be closer to God.
Brittany – Help with her emotional problems and seizures.
Christine – To recognize when I am being unkind and to allow people in my life more often. To be a better wife, mother and friend. To spend more time with God.
Sonriseman has posted the following prayer request:
So good to see how God has answered our prayers for our brothers…God is
Faithful and Good all the time!
Praise The Father,
Report from Shell Shocker 6
Dear Friends and Family:
After a 23 hr trip, I arrived home about midnight and it feels great to be home. I have a lot of stories to tell and when I arrived home the TV stations in Charlotte were at the airport. Book will be for sale late June (Ha). Hope to contact with most of you in the near future.
One story: There was a lady in her early 40s from Iran. When I got to camp she was sitting off to the corner. The only non Chinese face in the crowd. I went over to her not knowing her story, but looking very sad. I tried to cheer her up by saying, Hi did you send for me. At first I thought she was American and I just wanted to make her smile. She had been there 2 days and was scared and alone. She had trouble with English, but knew no Chinese. We told her we would help her and protect her. The next morning she started to cry and told us that she had cried out to God the night before we came and told Him she could not do this. She could not work the air conditioner and was getting sick on the food. No one was helping her until we came. I told her that we were here now so God heard her prayer. She cried again. She basically hung like glue to us and this was interesting because she was Muslim and we were Christian, but she did not care. All the normal barriers were removed. We had some very good discussions on our beliefs.
Finally the Chinese brought in some books and magazines the fourth day because everyone was so bored and I had asked them to bring anything. It was very interesting that they brought only 4 books, but one was the “Purpose Driven Life” . I grabbed it and gave it to my Iranian friend. She asked me to please sign the book and I did saying that may one day she enjoy the relationship with God the book talks about. Before leaving she asked for a Bible and we only had or own. Cam decided to give her his Bible. She was going to Japan to work as a pastry chef. We hope to stay in touch.
I learned that Americans are the only ones in a situation that speak up and question. Most suffer and go along with things even if there own children are not getting what they need. Cam and I got involved in everyone’s life and even the camp people would relate to us. I would initiate conversation with all the officials and they responded. Most of the people said nothing to anyone.
Thanks Again I really Felt all the Prayers,
Bless You
God has not written the end of this story yet.
Pete
Special Prayer,
Sonriseman has posted the following prayer request:
Most of you know that my wife Cindy has suffered with severe headaches for
several years.and today at 9:45 a.m. she will
Have a procedure in her neck (a nerve block) that if successful could keep her
from having headaches for up to two years.
Prayers Appreciated!
Jerry Thompson
A Special Prayer,
Pete, We are praying for you…that you will feel the presence of our Father all throughout your life. Times like now He is waiting for you to call on Him for His help, so He can walk with you…you’re never alone He’s always with you….so are we.
Stealth 7 has posted the following prayer request:
URGENT: There is a man named Pete who’s wife just left him, has an alcohol
addiction and is seeking God. Please pray NOW for a profound
transformation/salvation and deliverance from alcoholism and protection from
menacing spirits. Thank you.
Christa…I pray that everything with your test will turn out negative…that there is no sign of cancer anywhere. Remember you are in my heart and prayers always…Love your Sister in Christ, Christine.
Background: This is one of the folks we have fellowship with through Facebook… we went to high school together… please pray
Christa Armbrust Strauss
May 20 at 7:54am
I have to have a biopsy on a mass in my right breast tomorrow morning at 10 am. I had found the mass in December, and they put off tests due to the car accident which happened two weeks later. When they did an ultrasound to assess the damage they apparently noted the mass and said follow up in four months. I went back for my follow up appointment last week and they found the mass has changed in composition, and so I have to have the biopsy. I would appreciate your prayers.
Christa
Brittany – that her friend Tommy would be well in time for the concert; that her graduation would go smoothly
Ashley – that she would grow closer to God
Christine – to feel better, and to praise God for her wonderful family and time with them this week, and that she would talk closer with God
George – for Chris to get well, to manage time better, and to start making more time for God in my daily life; and for several friends of mine who are having marital problems that God would heal their relationships
Mike – to get and keep “the job” next week
Kia – for Dylan who is getting tubes in his ears Friday AM with Kia; for Candace (Dylan’s mother) who was in a car accident; for her Aunt and Uncle in Florida who are both in a nursing home, one has dementia so bad he doesn’t recognize anyone anymore and the other has kidney failure
Lynn – to have God’s heart for unbelievers
John – for his mother; for healing from his “rooster flu”; continuing prayer for his grieving family
Connie – for her unbelief or mistrust to relieve her anxiety
Derek – for Brie that God would draw her closer to himself and she would come to a saving faith; for Gappo that God would continue to draw him to himself, and for his marriage and health; for Kevin’s wife’s Dad and Grandfather, and Kevin who wants to get to know Jesus and be closer to God; Andy and his daughter that he could show Christ to her
Stealth 2 has posted the following prayer request:
Extremely Urgent Prayer,
Request 21MAY09 from Vince D’Acchioli of On Target
Ministries. My daughter, Kristen, was to have a full term babygirl tomorrow
morning. Our grandbaby has died in the womb. The Doctors are planning an
operation this afternoon. Please pray for Kristen, her care and well being.
Thank you, Vince
My Special Prayer For My Daughter,
My daughter Ashley had a seizure today…she hasn’t had one in years. She was so scared and so upset knowing she may start having them again. My other daughter Brittany already has them…please Father help both my girls so they don’t have seizures anymore. Father show them you will always be there so they can lean on you. We all need you. Amen.
Tonight Oasis prays for these….
Kia – 1) a friend is really struggling with discontent and bitterness at their job. They need peace and contentment. To know God has them right where they need to be for now. 2) a female friend, she needs to feel God’s presence and be drawn back to where she belongs. 3) I need strength and energy to work 2 jobs and take care of the kids. 4) With school getting out next week, I pray my kids will get along and not fight so much. 5) I also need better time management.
Mike – First pray for my walk with God, then my job and my new friend. Give me wisdom and bring me closer to God.
Marcus – to read his Bible more.
Lynn – to have God’s heart for unbelievers.
Connie – to be more organized and that God would work on my heart
George – I pray that Christine would beat this flu and be able to return soon to fellowshipping with her friends at Oasis. I pray that my daughters Brittany and Ashley would be drawn closer to God and learn who Jesus is and the miracle of his Gospel. I pray that I would be drawn more in my personal time to God and that my personal reading would be more and more frequent so I can get to know more about our Savior, Jesus Christ. I pray that I might remember day after day to confess my sins to God so that he could bathe me in his perfect forgiveness, and that I would always remember the excessive, excellent, neverending grace that he bathes me with. I praise God that I get to learn about his grace, and ponder its richness. I praise God for Oasis, and pray that I might fulfill his call in me there. I pray that Oasis would be a blessing to all that seek Jesus in their lives that we come in contact with.
Derek & Connie: For continued patiences, faithfulness, and for someone to invest in.
Brie: That God would continue to draw her to Himself, and that He would be the foundation of her situation.
Bill: That God would draw Him to Himself and healing for his knee.
Mike: Thanks for the ministry opportunities of his daily walk.
Tina: That she would be content with her work.
Berkeley County: That we would be open to opportunities to introduce others to gospel-centered communities, to reach people for Christ Jesus and invest in messy relationships.
Please say a special prayer for,
Signet Stone has posted the following prayer request:
My daughter, Melody Joy, goes in tomorrow, Thursday the 28th, for her second
sugery. This one is more invasive than the first one. The first surgery was
to create an ostomy so that the bottom of her colon would be cleaned out for
the second surgery.
This surgery is where they will fix the defects. It is a relocation surgery
that will take between 2 and 4 hours. Please pray for no complications and
that everything would flow smoothly and quickly and that there would be no
post surgery problems.
Thank you for all of your prayers so far. God’s grace has sustained us
through this.
On a side note, pray for me because when this is all over, I will be going
back into the work force and the kids will go back to daycare. I need some
wisdom and guidance as to what I am supposed to do. I have never been in this
predicament. I have been writing a book on end time prophecy and am hoping
that I can have it published when all of this is over so that I can work on
doing what I like to do, which is ministry.
Thank you for your prayers.
Please pray for,
Pastor Robinson & Trinity Worldwide Outreach Ministries
1. 50 days of prayer comes to a close this Sunday.
2. One of the van’s needs a transmission, need CDL drivers for transporting kids.
3. For their Grant they applied for to come through.
4. New computers
5. Personal – for transportation and a bike so he can start working out.
Thank you!
Please continue to pray for and Praise God,
Signet Stone has posted the following prayer request:
Here is an update on Melody. Her surgery took 4 hours this morning with no
complications. She is doing fine, with lots of drugs, of course, and is
playing a little. She is unable to move around, but is being a good sport
about it. She has some “physical therapy” that needs to be performed after
the stitches heal up, for about 8 weeks and then she will have the last
surgery to reverse the colostomy.
I will keep you posted as things develope.
Thank you so much for all of your prayers. It made all the difference. She
will be coming home on Saturday.
Thank you,
Doug Martin
a.k.a. Signet Stone
Oasis desires to be a prayer saturated church: http://christianbooksummaries.com/library/v5/cbs0510.pdf
These are some prayers today that were on my heart (Derek)
-Praying for our Advisory Board.
-Praying for our city.
-Praying for our opportunities.
-Praying for our messy relationships.
-Praying for those that are far from God.
-Praying for our spiritual growth as disciples.
-Praying for our workplaces.
-Praying for our fellowship times.
-Praying for our studies.
-Praying to confess our sin and given the gift of repentance.
-Praying for our Bible Reading, renewing our mind, and introducing people to gospel-centered communities by reaching them for Christ Jesus and investing in messy relationships.
Derek please…
….pray for my family that we get support for we both lost our jobs 1 year ago
…pray for our ministry which is looking forward for construction of the church and the buying of the new sound system in the church
our church has a programme called community evangelism where we do sports reach and medical evangelism and this programmes needs support
the community people that we reach are jobless and people that have lost hope and then we can have a polytechinic for them to train them to be self dependant apply the skills to earn a living .
…pray with us in those areas and where the Lord leads to help help , anybody willing to help tell him or her to help for we greatly need.
not forgetting the church planitng ministry inour community evangelsim.
Please pray for my wife’s uncle John. He has been awaiting a heart for transplant and found out that one is being flown in for him tonight for early morning transplant surgery. Please pray for assurance of salvation, successful surgery and long life. Thank you.
—update….
While it is exciting that my wifes uncle John has a donor heart, please pray for comfort for the family of the young man or woman who lost their life this afternoon. The donor was 23 years old. My heart is broken for the family.
Thanks for your prayers, Dave
Father God, thank You for being the Author and Finisher of my faith. I choose to submit every area of my mind, will, and emotions to You. I invite You to have Your way in me and complete what You’ve started in my life. In Jesus’ Name. Amen. Pray for my wife Cindy as she is having a hard time with the situation with our son Todd…the enemy has no authority in any of our homes!
This semester I have enjoyed teaching Biblical Criticism, Philosophy and Ethics. I have also juts arrived from an interuniversity conference where I spoke throughout the week on “Facing Postmodern Challenges”. Next weekend at Matiani High School for a weekend challenge.
Pray for God’s provision of transportation since I do not have a car even for ministry.
Urgent Prayer Request
An old family friend named Bill Deal in Oklahoma City has been moved into CCU and his kidneys are failing.
Bill underwent a heart valve replacement approx. 6 mos. ago and was doing fine until a couple of days ago. He fainted and the doctors were confused why. They admitted him and have been running tests. Today things took a very serious turn.
Please pray for Bill (healing), his wife Joanne and daughters Denise and Susan together with the rest of the family.
The good news is Bill and his family are very strong Christians!
1. Derick Jones – his daughter Madison who just had surgery, for more work, and a vibrant spiritual life.
2. Kevin – That God would continue to draw him to Himself and that he would have those who mentor him in Jesus. For his wife’s dad and grandfather. For his family to be strong throughout this time period.
3. Brie – That God would radically draw her to Himself.
4. Jim Goolsby – Recovery from heart attack, triple by-pass and for Diabetes 2 diagnosis.
5. Billy Martin – healing after having 25ft of his intestine removed and for our time together while discipling his daughter.
6. For our advisory board – their spiritual life, their families, and their ministries.
7. For “Deadliest Warrior” night that we would walk out our mission (Oasis).
8. For Backyard Campout – that David continue to have clarity, guidance, and that those who come that are far from God would see Jesus.
9. Lynn – selfishness, continue to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord Christ Jesus and that his commune time would be worship and refreshing.
10. For the 7 Pillars (http://www.lauriebethjones.com/site-content/seven-pillars-of-society/seven-pillars-of-society.html) in Berkeley County.
11. That we as a church would confess and repent of our lack of love for those that are far from God.
12. Derek – faithfulness, for a harvest of new discipleship evangelism opportunities, for my work, my clients. Thankful for my great marriage and wonderful wife and great friends & family.
13. Thankful for our new partnership with George Ouma in Kenya and how we can support his ministry!!!
From Wed 6/10 Oasis prays for these…
George – to spend more time with Jesus, and talking about him (Evangelical lifestyle)
Kia – for her friend Vicki
Oasis – for our new Kenya mission and for our backyard campout, we pray that the Father would draw our lost friends, family and acquaintences to him
Connie – friend June for discernment with her son, daughter Brie for health, Nikki due any day now (see update below) with 4th baby, for Mark’s son who has a serious illness, he is out of the hospital but will be in recovery for some time
From Wed 6/17 Oasis prays for these…
Praise report for Nikki and her baby girl Reese!
Oasis is in prayer for the Angel Food ministry and for walking out missional community. Father we ask that you bless each and every one of us that we might understand exactly what missional community is, each in our own unique way, and that we might continue or begin walking that out in our lives
Kia – for Kory’s health
Marcus – that he “lives” to come home from the trip
George – that I might have focus and discernment, that the Lord may sharpen this tool of His
Christine – that the Ashley and Brittany will continue to not have seizures and they would stay healthy (Chris, too) and for George’s health. Also that George’s hours would improve along with our finances, and that Jesus will continue to provide for us
Oasis prays for the lost people in our lives, that we might be a beacon to lost people for the glory of God, and that he might use us to draw others to him. Do you know anyone who does not know God, or maybe think they do but they do not have the close personal relationship he desires for them to have with him? If you are reading this maybe you could join us and pray for those who are far from Jesus, that they would be drawn to him.
-That we would stay open and broken to the ministries that God wants us to participate in and stay focused on them without distractions.
pray for our church needs
1.construction stalled
2. sound system and public address system acquiring.
3.our quartely missions to the community we need labors and support.
Dear Saints on Earth,
Thank you all for your prayers. I saw God’s miracles. Last Weekend, I wented for a weekend challenge at Kiu Mixed High School in Eastern Kenya. I say God calling the staff and students to the salvation of our Lord Jesus Christ. On Sunday I also ministered in the Local Church where many renewed their faith and eleven people coming to know the Lord. So may you pray for the following:
1. Pray that God may continue to make himself know to that school 2. That those who came to Jesus may stand firm in faith.
3. That people may shun the worship of animism and ancestral spirits.
4. Pray also for the Lord to provide a car for minsitry 5. I travel all the time by public means which are not all the time safe. At some point after the main roads I have to walk long distance to the churches am visting. It is difficult for us a family to be without a car yet God has called us to preach his Word. Having here in Kenya is not a luxary but not a necessity.
6. Pray for rains there is much fermine and stervation in Kenya at present 7. Pray for the government of Kenya so that it can show concerns for good governance.
8. Pray that God may provide for my wife and three children.
9. pray that God may help me pray all the time for my friends who are praying for me.
1. Please pray for a 16 year old Katie Hamlin and her family as they fight for her life. She is on full life support and the doctors do not know what is going on. To follow her progress: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/katiehamlin
2. Please pray for a man named Mark in Alabama who needs Jesus, and that God would save him soon. Thank you.
Prayer request please…
1. Our city and the mayor of Goose Creek.
2. Kevin – closer to Jesus, family challenges.
3. Gappo – Marriage.
4. Andy – Relationship with his daughter.
5. Mt 9:35-38
6. For our advisory board, their personal walk, their marriages, their ministries.
7. George Ouma – see above.
8. Brie – That God would draw her to Himself despite her fear of trusting him.
9. Father/Daughter Discipleship that I am assisting with.
10. For personal faithfulness, patience, humility, thankfulness and grace.
Saints of God, we are travelling as a family to Eastern part of Kenya for an academic mission. I am going to teach a course on “Church and the Last Days” traditionally known as Eschatology. This is an a two week’s intensive course for a degree level institution. Please pray for the four of us my wife three children. We are travelling by public means which is usually risky in the present Kenyan roads. The trip will take 12 hours and we can all imagine how tired we shall be especially the children ofcourse we would be 95 % sure of safety if we had our own car. Join us also in prayer for meals and accomdation for two weeks as we teach there in the school. The teaching begins on 9th July 2009.
Some of you may still remeber how I sacrificed at CIU for 3.5 years a way from my family to prepare for the ministry here in Kenya. Now I thank God for helping me fulfil my promise to come back home to be with my family and uplift the name of Jesus who is the Christ. We do work without salaries but we giving our lives and time for the whole Gospel of salvation. We live in the city of Nairobi for this is where God has called us. Although we do know that money cannot solve our problems if we do not trust God, I want to be honest to say that our monthly need would be meet when God provides atleat $ 1000-2000. And we know nothing is impossible for God.
May God bless you and continue to provide for you.
George
Please pray for our Oasis Missional Community,
George – prays Psalm 119:27-28
27 Make me understand the way of your precepts, and I will meditate on your wondrous works. 28 My soul melts away for sorrow; strengthen me according to your word!
Kia – PRAISE The Father – Kia and her family made a safe return home and she and Marcus are back where they belong. They both had an Awesome time. We All Love them Both.
Kia – Please say a prayer that Kory, Kia’s sister will not have anymore pain…while Kory’s doctor’s, prayerfully, figure out what is causing her pain…we pray it is nothing serious.
Kia – Kia’s other sister Kandace’s husband Ken is being shipped to Quatar(Afghanistan)for 6 months with the Airforce, come back safe…we pray he will be safe and come’s home soon.(Please say special prayers for Ken)
Kia – She needs prayers so that she may be guided for her finances as well as financial opportunities…if this be GOD’s will she says.
Ashley – To know more about Jesus
Lynn – PRAISE THE FATHER – We are so glad Lynn had a safe trip home…we are so thrilled to have him back where he belongs…welcome back Lynn.
Mike – Prayer for his walk.
Christine – To be more humble, more caring, more loving. To spend more time with Jesus. To read my bible more.
Derek – Our city, our faithfulness, our forebearance, our outward investments, our authenticity, our serving, our opportunities to be Christ to others, and our simpleness. That we would have a good balance between Gospel-Centered Word and Gospel-Centered Community and that we would be a missional community of folks characterized by humility, thankfulness and grace.
Please Pray For,
Stealth 7 has posted the following prayer request:
The ECMO team is ready, Katie is ready, Bob and Susie are ready, they are
just waiting for the surgeons to arrive!! They are going to get Katie off ECMO
(full life support). PRAY, PRAY PRAY!! Thank you.
You may recall a previous prayer request for Katie who was fighting for life
at Children’s hospital in Birmingham. More info:
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/katiehamlin
Please Pray For,
Dear Friends,
Thank all of you, our dear friends for your prayerful support in various capacities over the past few months (family matters, personal matters–I’m feeling much better, by the way–job matters, ministry matters, etc). I’ve not been to the doctor about my sudden (and extremely painful) “visitation” over the weekend following our evangelism outing, but I believe the Lord has healed as I’ve had no recurring incidents. I did spend all day Sunday in bed quite sick, but am feeling fully recovered as of yesterday.
We have an immediate prayer request. We are right at $380.00 short this month ($125 for rent, and $255 for electric bill due July 10) and we could sure use your prayerful support again. Our landlord is not going to charge us a late fee, but the electric can’t wait. We probably could have “made it” this month if we were not surprised by an unforseen increase in a bill that is paid by automatic draft from our bank account.
I know this is rather bold, and pray nobody is offended. If I have stepped out of line, please talk with me. As of July 1, I have taken on significant additional duties at the University while we still remain under a mandatory pay cut (the Doctor of Ministry program in addition to the Biblical Ministry Certificate, Master of Arts and Master of Divinity specialized programs that I’ve been working with since 2001). I talked with our Human Resources manager about recieving a pay adjustment that takes my additional duties into account, or the need to find another job. Please pray for a positive and immediate response. I have been trying for some time now to sell many of my books and other items from my personal library. If you know of anyone who is interested in any of the following, I will be glad to see they receive their item of choice (no shipping charges if local!).
Giving Away:
• “What The Church Was Meant To Be.” 6 Lectures on audio cassette by Dr. John MacArthur
• “Teaching Series: The Book of Ephesians” 10 cassette tapes with case by Dr. John MacArthur
• “1st SBFC Doctrines of Grace in Baptist History” 3 cassette tapes by Tom Nettles
• “The Way To Heaven” 4 of 5 cassette tapes on Matthew 7:13-29 by Dr. John MacArthur
• A 9 cassette tape series on Theology (Doctrinal teaching: Here We Stand; The Book We Believe and Obey; The God of Absolute Perfection; The God of Unrivaled Sovereignty; The God of Infinite Goodness; God of Inscrutable Tri-personality; The Salvation of Man; The Salvation of Earth; Unconditional Election.)
Books for $0.75 (20 more titles still to be added. Check my Facebook Marketplace for new titles):
• “Joy and Godliness” (Philippians 1:1-11) by John MacArthur
• “Christ Humbled, Christ Exalted” (Philippians 2:5-11) by John MacArthur
• “Avoiding Spiritual Counterfeiters” (1 Tim 1:3-11; 6:3-5; 2 Tim 2:14-19) by John MacArthur
• “True Faith” (James 1:19-2:26) by John MacArthur
• “Through Suffering To Triumph” (1 Peter 2:21-3:18-22) by John MacArthur
• “Confession of Sin” by John MacArthur
• “Marks Of A True Believer” (1 John 2:18-4:21) by John MacArthur
• “Spiritual Bootcamp” (Selected Scriptures) by John MacArthur
• “Making Disciples” (Selected Scriptures) by John MacArthur
• “Alive In Christ” (Eph 1:1-2:10) by John MacArthur
• “Wisdom In Action” (Eph 5:15-17; James 3:13-18) by John MacArthur
• “Communicating Christ Cross-Culturally” by D. Hesselgrave
• “The Source of My Strength” by Charles Stanley
• “Riders of the Cosmic Circuit” by Weldon & Brooke
• “Mature Christians Are Boring People: And Other Myths About Maturity” by Ron Luce
• “How to Study the Bible for Yourself” by LaHaye
• “Changing Your Life Through the Power of Prayer” by Evelyn Christenson
* “Living in the Spirit” (Ephesians 5:18-20) by John MacArthur
* “Speaking in Tounges” (1 Cor 13:8-14:40) by John MacArthur
Other Books and Commentaries (all prices are lowest in their category at Half.com):
• “Dyskolos” (Paperback, 1984) by Menander for $1.00
• “Revelation and the Bible” Carl Henry, ed for $1.00
• “Understanding My Church” (1968 Hardback) for $1.00
• “Quiet Places of the Heart” for $1.00
• “Psychology Gone Awry: An Analysis of Psychological World Views” for $1.00
• “Lifeviews” by R.C. Sproul for $1.00
• “Jesus: Name Above All Names” by Meyer for $1.70
• “Matters of Concern to Christian Counselors” by Jay Adams (1977) for $2.00
• “The Epistle of Paul to the Philippians: An Introduction and Commentary” for $2.50
• “Praying God’s Way” by Evelyn Christiansen for $2.50
• “The Big Umbrella” by Jay Adams for $3.00
• “The Wrath of God” 6 cassette tapes with case by Dr. John MacArthur for $3.00
• “William Barclay: A Spiritual Autobiography” for $3.50
• “Pastoral Epistles: An Introduction and Commentary” for $4.00
• “A Short History of the Interpretation of the Bible” by Grant & Tracy for $5.00
• “Devotional Classics: Selected Readings for Individuals and Groups” for $5.00
• The Epistles of Paul to the Colossians and to Philemon: An Introduction” for $5.00
• “Christian Counselor’s Casebook” by Jay Adams for $7.00
• “The Letter of Paul to the Ephesians: An Introduction and Commentary” for $7.00
• “Because The Time Is Near: The Revelation” by John MacArthur for $7.00
• “No Place for Truth or Whatever Happened to Evangelical Theology” by David Wells for $9.00
• “Expositor’s Bible Commentary Vol 6. Isaiah – Ezekiel” for $10.00
• “The Enlightenment an Interpretation: The Rise of Modern Paganism” for $12.00
• “Expositor’s Bible Commentary Vol. 11 Ephesians – Philemon” for $15.00
Thank you for your friendship and for your prayerful support at this time.
– Sharing the faith while there’s still time,
James Wilson, Head-dibber, since 2004.
1 Corinthians 2:2
Thank The Father,
Thank you, dear friends, for your prayers and for your support. We were able to meet our deadlines. You have blessed us in so many ways and are so grateful for your ministry to us.
The Lord is still at work in the other requests as I hear from time to time regarding the changes in my job position.
Please let us know how we can pray and minister to you!
–Sharing the faith while there’s still time,
James Wilson, Head-dibber, since 2004.
1 Corinthians 2:2
From our sister, Kia…
1. My sister has new symptoms and the drs are baffled as to what is wrong with her. She is scared and has no family close by for help or support.
2. A friend has experienced great improvement with her son. He is getting into the bible and has an interest in what it has to say.
3. My kids have been getting along well and we as a family have been having good discussion/ quality time both about the bible and in life in general. It is a refreshing change for us all.
4. I am struggling with letting go of my bitterness and anger. Desire to feel gods peace, hope and love wash over me.
PRAYER REQUESTS FROM JULY 8 (Transcribed as close as possible from my chicken scratch)
Please pray for our Oasis members, attendees and their families. This prayer board post is 10 days, so some of these prayers may have already been blessed by the Father, but a little extra wouldn’t hurt. My prayer below reflects that this is the second time I’ve posted our Missional Community’s prayers late.
Ashley – wants to know God better (since the 8th Ashley has asked Jesus into her heart, praise God!)
Chris – I need to have help with my thoughts (thought life), because my thoughts can get out of control
George – I pray for guidance in my life, and that God would be in my mind and thoughts more often throughout the day. I pray that God would tear the “me” out of me and fill it (dying more to the self, and purposeful thinking of the Lord). Also for safe travel to and from NMB.
Derek – faithfulness, not only in preparing in my life, but also for faithfulness in confession; Derek also prays for brokenness.
Mike – (prayer for guidance) I want to pray that these people God’s put in my life that I would know what he wants me to do to help them. Also in light of a phone call from Mike today for safe travel to and from his Dad’s
Kia – Vicki still in MI @ hospital trying to get relief for headaches
– Our living situation: that God will guide our directions and open up an affordable place for us to go
– Kandace needs surgery on her shoulder in the next couple of weeks
John – that my testimony tonight, not praying selfishly, that Jesus would show people what he wants for them
Marcus – that his ear would feel better
Lynn – I want God’s heart for unbelievers
Prayer Request from Bro. Rick Lindsay: Marsha, Bethany, Samuel, and I are headed to Denver, CO – then Boulder, CO for the PK Heal the Divide Conference 31JUL-1AUG. Please pray for us as we travel (driving)and serve. BJ Harris is flying out to Denver on the 29th to help too. Thanks in advance for your intercession for us – it is greatly appreciated! Brother Rick
After praying, consider sending Stealth 2″ an e-mail to encourage him at rpldirect@encouragementopray.org.
Prayer requests from Oasis community care for July 29, 2009
Brittany – prayer for soldier named Beau captured by the Taliban.
Kia – her boss, Nancy overcame lung cancer a year ago, but is continuing to lose weight – its becoming dangerous.
Mike – pray for fertile soil with the seeds he planted with his nephew in Florida. Also a prayer of compassion for another nephew in prison.
Christine – pray that she become more trusting of people outside her immediate family. Pray that God give her a desire to read her bible more. Pray for the health of her family.
Deerk – That our Daughter and my mother would come to a place that Psalm 51 was a reality in their lives.
Ashley – pray that she would feel Jesus more, she has joy but want to feel her faith more, no more fear or confusion with her faith. Pray that her time on the computer will stop preventing her from church and family. Ashley is very thankful for the physical strength she had to support Brittany during a recent seizure.
George – pray that he would be more intentional to spend time with God.
The Conklins would like to express their thankfulness for those who served them and their pets while on vacation last week.
Please pray for our brother and his family….
Stealth 7 has posted the following prayer request:
Please pray for David Maidsen’s son Matthew, Green Valliey Baptist Church, broke his neck diving into pool. In Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton, OH.
Please pray for Oasis, our members and visitors. Here are some prayer requests from Missional Community tonight.
George – I pray for patience, for continued blessing on Oasis and its leaders as we read through The Peacemaking Pastor. I pray that Christine’s and Ashley’s walks would be blessed by our Lord, and that he would continue drawing Brittany to himself. I pray for my friend’s Hope & Dana that the father would bless their new ministry that is in the development phase. I pray he would also inspire them to accomplish his work for his glory.
David – Pray for Reilly, Brayden and Harley and everyone in our family.
Mike – Is thankful for being restored to the table.
Lynn – Prays for God’s heart for his people.
Kia – William is in the hospital with high blood pressure so we can bring him home.
Derek – Pray for Derek and his 2 broken relationships.
John – That my testimony, not praying selfishly, that Jesus would show people what he wants for them.
Brittany – Praying for the safe return of Bowe Bergdahl the soldier who was kidnaped in Afghanistan, and for Mom, and to pass the college admission test.
Theresa – Praying for “everything”
Connie – Praying for “everything”
Stealth 2 called in and requested prayer for brother John Baker has been admitted to VA hospital in Charleston with internal bleeding. Please pray for brother John.
Also, pray for stealth 2 and family as they return home. At 5:40 est they were near Ashville NC.
After praying, consider sending Stealth 3 an e-mail to encourage him at chrisasmith@bellsouth.net.
For our brother Shawn Maze of Sanctuary (http://www.charlestonsanctuary.com/) please be in prayer for their 7 Churches Sermon Series, this weekend’s “Breakfast this week” on Saturday the 16th, Sanctuary’s Sunday Nights worship services, their engagement of the college community through participation in College of Charleston’s Move-In on Saturday the 22nd, and School Supplies for Charleston Progressive Academy.
Please be in prayer for Sanctuary, whose community is reaching out and engaging CoC’s College students. As Shawn put it “…we are praying and planning to be a church that is intentional in its relationship with the college community in our city.”
Father, we ask blessings on Sanctuary’s community and pray that they “get to” make meaningful relationships for your glory with the students of CoC. As Shawn also put it, the relationships of the college student’s with Sanctuary’s community is a valuable thing, and I’d add that those relationships must also be a tremendous blessing – both for the students and Sanctuary’s community. Because with God, both the servant and the one(s) being served are blessed!
PRAISE GOD,
Stealth 2 called in an update for brother John Baker. He is in the Charleston VA hospital 4th floor room 4. When he was admitted the doctors gave him around 36 hours to live. Thanks to your prayers and most importantly the healing power from the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ he is recovering and is now stable. The doctor said that he was “amazed”. Give all glory to God.
Please Say An Urgent Prayer For,
Jeremy Edwards – He was in a head-on collision on his motorcycle…His family and friends are so worried…if you could all say a special prayer for him and please ask God for a complete recovery.
Please Pray For,
Stealth 2 has posted the following prayer request:
Real Time Prayer Request 22OCT2009 11:50 AM EST- We just learned that Patrick Dunbar’s son, Brian Patrick, has been admitted into the emergency room
in Kennasaw, GA – blood pressure is very very high – please lift him up before our Lord.
Bro.Rick for Patrick
Please Pray For,
Rollin Thunder has posted the following prayer request:
This morning I will be in the same room with my former boss as part of an ongoing law suit (after 1 1/2 years). He will be giving a deposition. Please
pray for the Holy Spirit to guide my attorney, myself and that Kambiz (Iranian) would speak truthfully. Also, for peace that passes all understanding for me and my wife during this difficult time for us. Starts at 9:00am CST.
Our sister, Theresa, was admitted to St. Francis this morning and is awaiting surgery on her gall bladder and/or pancreas. Pray that God would reveal Himself during this time.
Urgent Prayer,
Chaser 1 has posted the following prayer request:
Please continue to pray for my father-in-law Frank Baxley. He is still on a respirator with acute pneumonia in both lungs and no kidney function since
Sunday. The kidney doctor is hopeful this will change. This morning he was diagnosed with sepsis (blood poisoning) which I understand is a bacterial
infection in the blood that attacks the whole body. A feeding tube has been administered today as well. I ask all comrades to stand against the enemy and his attacks on Pop in this weak condition. Also pray for the family to have strength and grace throughout this battle. Peace >///:>
Please Pray For,
Derek,
Generally we are fine. Grace and Billy are opening school next Tuesday, on 01/09/2009. we are still trusting to back to school. Pray for us more. I hope you have heard of the current water crisis in
Kenya now. We are moving miles and miles in search water. You may have also heard that human beings and animals are also dying in some part of the country because of fermine and drought. Right now I do not know what I am going to do because the situation is horrible. Otherwise still regard you high in our family in the name of Jesus Christ. Pass our greetings to “our community members”
George
Please pray for Jim Gates,
Our web master and v.pres. He has been sick this week with H1N1. The Dr. is considering hospitalization if he is not better soon.
Please pray for Andrea our housekeeper’s son, Julio, who has a brain tumor and is currently receiving chemo treatments.
Brother,
If the Lord brings it to mind, please pray for administration needs of Remember (http://www.rememberthose.org/). We’re having a tough time meeting the needs of the growing ministry and much of it rides on basic administration.
Thanks
Curtis E. Bostic
Bostic Law Firm, PA
(843) 571-2525
Urgent Real Time Prayer Request from GA State Senator Judson Hill, aka, Capital One: Please hold me up in prayer this afternoon 6 SEP 2009 at 4.40 EST and Monday 7 SEP 2009 at 7. 20 AM EST I will be a guest on Fox News discussing my GA legislation that perserves your freedom to choose a doctor or health insurance plan of your choice. Please pray I will be a good witness and that I’ll have a clear message. Thank you for your intercession, Judson
After praying, consider sending Stealth 2″ an e-mail to encourage him
hi.
Can we add my friend and her family to the prayer list please? Her brother became suddenly ill and is not expected to survive. The docs are not sure what happened, but they think it may have started with spider bites that got infected. His kidneys are not functioning at all. He is septic. Various organs are shuttting down and he is running a high fever. He is on a respirator. He has a wife and 3 children, 10 years old and under.
My friend’s name is Elizabeth. Elizabeth is the most godly lady I have ever met and has been my friend for over 2 decades.
Thank you.
Brothers, after being in the ministry since after my graduation from CIU in 2006, I have in season and out of season served God and the need for more studies has increased in Africa. I have enrolled as an in the program of MTh-World Christianity at Nairobi Evangelical Graduate School of Theology in Kenya. U can look at this school and you will see that it has a wonderful program. Pray for us in this new endeavours as we continue with the Lord’s ministry here in Kenya.
George
Please Pray For,
Bluefire has posted the following prayer request:
Lord help me be sensitive to my wife. I want your love to encourage her and give her purpose. Sometimes, no matter what I do, it is interpreted wrong. I want the best for my wife as she is precious to you.
Please Pray For,
Signet Stone has posted the following prayer request:
When Melody was to recover from her last surgery, the plan was to find a job immediately. That has not happened. Right now we are financially strapped and are barely making it. This has not only taken its toll on the finances but on me as well. It is incredibly frustrating to me that my wife is working full time and I am still at home watching the kids. I am trying to keep myself from getting depressed. I don’t know what to do.
Recently, I came out of a very dark time in my life and things have been changing. I am going to a new church, and God is doing great things in the Spirit. He opened up the whole Worship venue to me again, which is awesome. There is a part of me that is strongly saying, “Take a step of faith and record your songs and send them out.” But, I don’t have the musical equipment or the computer that is capable of doing that anymore. I am feeling trapped like I will be stuck like this for a very, very, very long time. I am sorry to open up to you guys like this, but I need to get out of this rut! I need some sort of jump start or something. I really need a job. Please pray!
Thank you,
Signet Stone
Doug Martin
Please Pray For,
Rollin Thunder has posted the following prayer request:
Please pray for my family. We are facing severe financial issues. My wife and I are having trouble understanding, and coping with why God hasn’t shown up in the situation. In the past, He has ALWAYS been there for us; but currently, it seems that nothing is working out for us. Although I have a home builders license, I have been trying to find work in other industries with no success. I need God to open a door for us immediately! Thank you for your prayers.
Please Pray For Lina’s friend at work,
Her name is Rachel Rodriquez and Rachel is in the process of getting a new job. Negotiations are underway but Rachel fears she is so inexperienced with negotiating for her new salary, she may get less than she is worth. With it being hard enough to find a job. I would really be sad to find a good job and not get paid what I am suppose to. Let’s all say a prayer for Rachel that the Father is there guiding her and giving her faith in him and in herself, so that she will like her new job and lean on the Father when she needs him in the future.
Please Pray For Mark,
1. That his LTG ‘s would continue to grow in Grace and Knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ and continue to multiply.
2. Building development issues regarding moving forward with finding a new contractor.
3. Bruce – a guy who has become a great friend/ministry partner for Mark, that they would continue to introduce each other to gospel-centered community, preach the gospel to one another and be messy with each other and that it would continue to be a safe haven for both.
4. Elders of Oakbrook – capturing the vision and overwhelmed with zeal for the gospel in the community and to the members as being reminded of what it means to be an elder – as one among…
Please say a special prayer for Brother Rick,
I am scheduled to speak at the National Day of Prayer Task Force Summit in Colorado Springs, CO at 2PM MST this afternoon 17OCT09. I will be sharing an infommerical for Pray Men Pray 30 October 2009 7PM. Please pray as prompted that the Lord will impress the message into the hearts of those attending. Thank you in advance for your prayer coverage. Brother Rick.
Brother Rick you will certainly be in the prayers of those of us at Oasis Missional Community.
Please pray for Dianne’s mom (a friend of Daryl),
Pray for Dianne and her family. At the moment we are waiting to hear from Dianne’s family concerning Dianne’s mom. She is in her late 80s. Husband in heaven. Two sons in heaven. Mom is ready for heaven too. Of course, it is never easy to release your mom. Dianne’s mom has outlived all her family except for her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. It will be painful and bitter sweet. Her body is frail. Her mind comes and goes. She looks forward to seeing the rest of her family again. We will probably leave later tonight or in the morning to check in on her.
Update: The doctors believe Dianne’s mom is having mini strokes- She is in the hospital at this time.
Please pray that she will be home soon with her family. Being around her loving family and friends will most certainly help her with her recovery. Father please help Dianne’s mom. Please hold her in your arms, your warm loving arms and help her begin to heal. Please keep Dianne in your beautiful, comforting light and reach out to her and let her rest upon your strong merciful shoulders. She needs you so much now Father.
Please say a special prayer for Dan,
Father, Dan and his wife need to know that you are with them and that they will find peace again through you and your strength and grace. Please guide them through their pain Father and free them through the notion that Nicholas is with you now, and you God will always be there for them sheltering them in the warmth of your shining light.
Christine
The following is to Dan from Derek,
Dan,
I am sorry to hear about your son.I wanted to take a moment to send you this note of sympathy upon hearing of the loss of your son.
The pain you are feeling at this time must be intense.Most likely, there are questions of “why” those are part of your thoughts, and even as you have shared with each other your thoughts and emotions.
While I may not be able to feel exactly what you are feeling right now, I want to assure you that I am ready and willing to listen to you, and share with you from my heart about the goodness of God.
I do not have any words that will “fix everything”, however, I do know that God has promised to be with us through every storm and trial of life, and that somehow you will get through this. Your comfort can come from the Comforter who is the Holy Spirit.The Bible says in: John 16:7 – Nevertheless, I tell you the truth: it is to your advantage that I go away, for if I do not go away, the Helper will not come to you. But if I go, I will send him to you.
When Jesus was here on earth, He was limited by time and space, however when He sent the precious Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost He is now present at all times, and in all places, and is available to help you now, and in the days and months ahead.
I want you to know that during this very difficult time, we will be praying for you, and trusting that God will be your portion and help, as well as comfort your entire family.
If you already have a church family, I want to encourage you to draw strength from those friends around you.
Respectfully Yours,
Derek Iannelli-Smith
Thanks so much for this privilege of adding my prayer request. I am a pastor at a Baptist church on the coast of NC. I am in my 9th year. God has grown a wonderful group of believers through the years that love the word of God. It’s a long story, but the past couple of years have been very difficult financially. So much so that we are at the point of asking our staff to work part time or resign; we have no other options left. We understand that God is sovereign and we are depending on Him, hence my prayer request. We would be extremely grateful for your prayers. Thanks and God bless!
As far as prayer, October is a super busy month for us with Fall Festivals, youth stuff, school, etc… I could use some focus and discernment about what things need to take priority. On the upside, we had “youth Sunday” this past Sunday and people were really moved by the worship and testimonies from our kids. We are really moving towards, for lack of a better word, integrated vision for our youth. Sunday night one of the students that I have been praying for almost since day one gave his life completely to Christ. It was an incredibly powerful moment as he has been on the fence for a while. He has been through a lot this year including the loss of both of his grandmothers, who he was close to, his mother was diagnosed with cancer and has been undergoing chemo, his best friend was killed while they were riding 4-wheelers together, along with typical teenager stuff. He is a gifted young leader and an incredibly honest young man. When he called me late that night I was a little nervous because he’s been through so much, but he was weeping about the overwhelming knowledge of God in His life andthat he knew he couldn’t ignore Him any more. Pretty powerful stuff. Of course the next day a parent told our pastor that she was upset that I didn’t plan further ahead because I forgot to ask someone to bring cheese and sour cream for our chili fundraiser. In other words, the roller coaster of youth ministry goes on and I could always use a covering of prayer for that!!!
Thanks again for everything!
In His hands,
David
Prayer Points for PrayMenPray 30OCT2009 7PM
Prayer Point 1: I Timothy 2 1-4: I exhort therefore, that, fir st of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; For kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in al…l godliness and honesty. For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour; Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth. Prayer Point 5: 1 Corinthians 16:13 Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong.
Prayer Point 2: 1 Timothy 2:8 I will therefore that men pray every where, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting. Prayer Point 3: James 5:16 Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much. Prayer Point 3: James 5:16 Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
Prayer Point 3: James 5:16 Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
Prayer Point 4: Philippians 4:6 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
Prayer Point 5: 1 Corinthians 16:13 Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong.
Prayer Point 6: Acts 6:4 But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word.
Prayer Point 7: Galatians 5:1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage.
Prayer Point 8: Ephesians 6:11 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
Prayer Point 9: 1 John 5: 14-15 And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us; And if we know that he hear us, whatsoever we ask, we know that we have the petitions that we have desired of him.
Prayer Point 10: Ephesians 6:18 Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; Prayer Point 11: Psalms 95:6 O come, let us worship and bow down: let us kneel before the LORD our maker.
Prayer Point 12: Hebrews 4:16 Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace.
Prayer Point 13: Hebrews 10:23 Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering: (for he is faithful that promised;) And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works.e, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.
Attention PrayMenPray Onsite Prayer Leaders. We will convene a prayer conference call at 12 Midnight EST on Friday 30OCT – 1AM 31OCT. The phone number for the call is (712)432-0234 Pass Code 954580 followed by the #sign. Please turn on your cell phone speaker and share with those praying with you. Any questons call Bro. Rick at 843-425-0200.
Friends….. I just got the following from my great friend Ernie Rodina…… Please pray for my son Luke and his platoon in Afghanistan. Also pray for the President that he will be able to make a decision. I don’t have to tell you that I am as scared as hell.
Ernie
Ernie has gotten word that his oldest son Luke, recently deployed in Afghanistan, is in a very difficult area and part of his platoon has experienced very serious combat.
Please keep Luke and Ernie in your prayers
Most of you do not know my friend Ernie……… but he would highly value your prayers right now. Ernie got our Cowboy Church into the American Royal here in Kansas City and 7 people got saved last weekend. He is a good friend of our Cowboy church
Thanks.
Please pray for Kelly & Maria – that God would draw them to Himself and they would fall in love with Jesus…
Urgent prayer request from Vince D’Acchioli: My wife, Cindy, has been admited to ICU with double pneumonia . Please pray for her. Thank you, Vince – as per telephone conversation- Bro. Rick
Please continue to pray for Jason, he brought home a kitten, had a job interview, took his high school equilency test again. He and his friends were smoking pot, playing poker at my house, until I made them stop.
Rita
911 Urgent prayer request from Vince D’Acchioli: My wife, Cindy, is in super ciritical condition in ICU with double pneumonia-from H1NI. She is extremely weak. Dr’s are considering putting her into a coma – Please pray for her. Thank you, Vince – as per telephone conversation 1PM 8NOV09 – Bro. Rick
Dear partner of kingdom,
My wife is carrying baby from months. The report of Checked up is not so good .Doctor said it is so risk factor specially bleeding can be show anytime. Also the doctors have said this could be life threatening her.
Now she is always bed, it is so bad & difficult time for our family, any time any thing can be happen.
Due date is on 21 January, if no bleeding, we have to go medical for operation before 1 month. & may the baby keep in intensive care.
We have no way, but your prayer & God blessing can solve this situation. So it is my fervently request, pray for my wife & coming baby.
In Christ
Peter
Campus Crusade for Christ
Bangladesh
Please Pray For Our Missional Community At Oasis,
Alenda- Please pray for her job and to help her be strong so not to be to stressed out. Please pray for Alenda’s mom’s Doctor’s appointment.
Derek- That, 1Thes. 5:14 would be a continuing reality 24/7 in his life.
Theresa- her children and their relationship with God would be good. Get school work done. Dog needs met.
Kia- Kandace needs prayers needs to go back and see doctor in 6 months. Kelly had good return to work after being off for 8 weeks Praise God. Kia is tired physically, emotionally and spiritually.
Christine- needs prayers that the job of stuffing envelopes Connie told me about will come through…that way I can work and still volunteer…and pray and read…all for the glory of God.
Mike Richter- God softens his heart and opens his mind to the truth
Please pray that I would grow in my relationship with my kids, that they would talk to me more, and I would know how to talk to them better.
Guys, I’m in Ecuador for 4 days ministering. Please pray as prompted of the Lord for me, the messages, the fellowship, the presentation of the Gospel as the Lord leads. Thank you, Paul – as per email and text traffic to RPL
Prayer Request from Bro. Rick Lindsay: I am headed with my son, Mark, to
Annapolis, MD to officate the Wedding Service for Stephanie Mostay and Adam
Sandifer, both US Naval Officers. The Wedding is Sat. 21th. On Sunday the
22nd I am ministering during the morning service at Blackwood Baptist Church,
Blackwood, NJ. Please pray for safe travel, for the services, and for the
special time with Mark. Thank You, Brother Rick
It is great blessing for our family that the position of our coming baby has little changed .give thank to God.
Our first baby was born by operation as doctor suggests this time also we should to ready for that. The delivery date is12th to 15th January. But the Operation is very costly here, expenses will be near 800$…. It is a so big amount for our family. We are praying & thinking for it. We request you please pray for us so that we can get this amount & can go to hospital in time.
We believe Prayer can do everything, please keep this prayer to God so that He shows his great miracles among our family.
Yours Loving
Peter & Mary
Campus Crusade for Christ.Bangladesh.
This information for sending your Lovely gift:
Campus Crusade for Christ
Ministry services 2400
100 Lake Hart Dr .
Orlando FL 32832 – 0100, USA .
Also include a note showing donation/gift for Piter Adhikari A/C 2784992, Bangladeshi Staff.
Prayer Request from Rev. Rick Lindsay: Please intercede for me Sunday
12DEC09 as I will be ministering the Word during the 9AM and 10:30 AM EST
morning services at Living Word Church, Walterboro, SC. Thank you so very
much, Brother Rick
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Prov chapter 8. The voice of truth. this AM
Please Pray For Oasis Missional Community,
Connie – Anxiousness and Allowing people to stress me out. My Love for them must be from God…not on my own of my own volition but loving others like Jesus.
Reilly – Please pray for my Asthma.
Harley – Be more patient and nice with my brothers and my Daddy.
Kia – Not trusting that God is being glorified properly through my trials and tribulations.
Christine – To open my Heart more fully. To believe others and to trust and understand what God is doing with my life.
Derek –
1. Faithfulness
2. Discipleship Evangelism – Male Leaders.
3. Someone would open their home who can sheperd a group of people.
4. 5 House churches in 2010
5. IT doesn’t depend on me.
George – For discernment and a deeper Love for Jesus.
John – The way I hurt people in my life who I love so much. Pray that I can/will have the courage to Honor my Brothers and Sisters to not hurt them in any way but to lift them up to God.
Brayden – God will Bless my family and I will get along better with my brother and sister and Daddy.
Thank you brother, it is a blessing to pray for you and intercede for you personally, your family and your ministry. CCCI is a great ministry and we are thankful for your faithfulness