Monday, September 30, 2019

Pray for humility

I struggle with pride. I always have and probably always will. Although I'm an introvert, when it comes to certain situations, I want to lead, to be in charge. I want to share my knowledge, thoughts, and feelings. (Even in this first paragraph, you can see how many times I use the word "I".)
     However, God is sovereign and every so often He'll bring me down a notch or two, setting me back on the right track to do what He wants me to do and say what He wants me to say. He reminds me that it's not about me, it's about Him and in order to bring Him glory, I need to show a more humble side and to listen better to what He and those He brings into my life have to say.
     Our light can't shine when it's shrouded in a veil of pride.

When pride comes, then comes shame;
But with the humble is wisdom.
Proverbs 11:2
I'm also praying: "Lord, please give me wisdom."

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Please join me this week in praying for humility, either for yourself or someone you know. If you don't know anyone who needs a dose of humility, then I humbly ask that you pray this for me.
I'll post daily reminders on:
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Facebook group 7th Hour Prayer Power

Sunday, September 29, 2019

Chronological Reading Plan Week 46

Chronological Reading Plan

Week 46
316. Matthew 27; Mark 15
317. Luke 23; John 18-19
318. Matthew 28; Mark 16
319. Luke 24; John 20-21
320. Acts 1-3
321. Acts 4-6
322. Acts 7-8

God will hold your hand


I don't know if I shared this story already or not, but several years ago, I had a needle biopsy done to see if I had breast cancer (which I did). The woman assisting the doctor told me to go to my "happy place". I used to do guided meditation back then and so my happy place was inside of a giant cherry blossom tree trunk. Inside I could smell the soft aroma of the blossoms, and the ground was covered with soft, fluffy pillows. I could lay on the pillows and see up through the trunk to the sky. This time, though, Jesus appeared to me. He scooped me up and held me, sat in a rocking chair and rocked me and comforted me through the entire process. I have never felt so much peace and love and comfort in my entire life.

For I, the Lord your God, will hold your right hand,
Saying to you, ‘Fear not, I will help you.’
Isaiah 41:13 NKJV
Suggestion: This is a great verse to memorize and to share with others who are hurting. When you or someone you know is in need of this verse, meditate on it and pray, using the words Isaiah wrote, such as, "Lord, You told me not to fear, that You will hold my right hand and help me. I need Your help now with (what you're going through)..."

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Please join me this week in praying for those who are anxious and for those who suffer from anxiety.
I'll post daily reminders on:
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Instagram @archadia27
Facebook group 7th Hour Prayer Power

Saturday, September 28, 2019

He cares


This goes along with Tuesday's Bible Verse and thoughts. Just give it all up to God. He loves you and He will take care of you. Just ask. Go to Him in prayer.

...casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.
1 Peter 5:7

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Please join me this week in praying for those who are anxious and for those who suffer from anxiety.
I'll post daily reminders on:
twitter @7DegreesOfMe
Instagram @archadia27
Facebook group 7th Hour Prayer Power


Friday, September 27, 2019

God is with you

This holds true for anxiety and any other negative feeling or belief that you have, also. Trust in the Lord. He is there for you. Go to Him in prayer.

Have I not commanded you? 
Be strong and courageous. 
Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, 
for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Joshua 1:9 ESV

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Please join me this week in praying for those who are anxious and for those who suffer from anxiety.
I'll post daily reminders on:
twitter @7DegreesOfMe
Instagram @archadia27
Facebook group 7th Hour Prayer Power

Thursday, September 26, 2019

Don't worry about tomorrow

Worry. We all do it, but why? I think it's about control. We want to have control over our lives and what happens to us and that just isn't possible. It's God's plan for us and only He knows what's going to happen from day to day. It's those daily decisions that we make (free-will) that we do have control over (and often screw up) that determines how we get to the point where God wants us. It doesn't have to be difficult, but we make it that way by not listening to Him, and by not trusting in Him.
     It was really popular several years ago for people to wear these plastic bracelets that said "WWJD" or "what would Jesus do?" How much better would our lives be if we reflected on that before jumping into situations without thinking? We need to include Jesus in all of our decisions. It would be great to ask Him before making any decision, at least any major one. He will guide your heart and your mind.
     When we worry we're telling God that we don't trust Him to take care of us. We're saying "I've got this" and "I don't need You." I know from experience that whenever I try to go it alone, it never works out well. I turned my back on God for over thirty years and it was awful. Every decision I made was a bad one and seemed to lead from bad to worse until I had the worst panic attack of my life. I was sure I was having a heart attack and that I was going to die. It was then that I prayed and asked Him for help. He delivered.
     These are some of my favorite verses for when I'm worried or anxious and I often email them to others when they're troubled. I suggest reading Matthew 6:25-34 for the complete picture of what Jesus was saying.

Which of you by worrying can add one cubit to his stature?
But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, 
and all these things shall be added to you. 
Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, 
for tomorrow will worry about its own things. 
Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.
Matthew 6:27,33-34 NKJV

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Please join me this week in praying for those who are anxious and for those who suffer from anxiety.
I'll post daily reminders on:
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Instagram @archadia27
Facebook group 7th Hour Prayer Power

Wednesday, September 25, 2019

Say a kind word today

This is so true. Sometimes all it takes to bring me out of a feeling of despair is a kind word from someone. Try saying something complimentary and/or encouraging to someone today. Share the Good News.

Anxiety in a man's heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad.
Proverbs 12:25 ESV

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Please join me this week in praying for those who are anxious and for those who suffer from anxiety.
I'll post daily reminders on:
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Facebook group 7th Hour Prayer Power


Tuesday, September 24, 2019

Cast off your burdens

At the height of my anxiety, I met a woman online, part of the Etsy group I spoke about earlier, who had just as much going on as I did (if not more). Every day, she said she would be okay because she was giving it up to God. She said she didn't have to worry about it because she cast that burden on God and He was comforting her and working in her life, easing her anxiety. Whether she was really able to distance herself from the pain and suffering, I don't know, but I started following her example. I would give my anxieties to God and ask Him to take care of them for me. It took a lot of practice, but it helped tremendously. This is what we're supposed to do. We're supposed to talk to our Father about what troubles us and thank Him and praise Him for comforting us and guiding us. He's a fantastic listener!
     Jesus bore the ultimate burden by dying on the cross to pay our debt. We know a love so pure that it's able to wipe away our sins and give us eternal life. We can rest in this amazing love, grace, and mercy. Others will see the peace within us and want what we have which will bring glory to our Lord. So, no matter what's going on in your life, give it all up to God! In doing so, you'll glorify Him.

Cast your burden on the Lord,
And He shall sustain you;
He shall never permit the righteous to be shaken.
Psalm 55:22 NKJV

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Please join me this week in praying for those who are anxious and for those who suffer from anxiety.
I'll post daily reminders on:
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Facebook group 7th Hour Prayer Power

Monday, September 23, 2019

Pray for the anxious

Pray for the anxious
Every time I think, "finally, life can get back to normal" something happens to throw a wrench at that statement. Maybe there is no "normal". Maybe normal is just an illusion we conjure up to get through the crazy times in our lives. I try to think of a normal period and am hardpressed to remember one. I can picture what normal should look like, but have I ever really experienced it?
     I, like so many others, suffer from anxiety. I was diagnosed with it in 2008, but it most likely began in 1981 when I started college. Back then, I didn't understand panic attacks and they were mild compared to the ones I had later in life.
     Someone said that anxiety is the number one mental health illness in America. Some of that, I believe, is brought on because of social media, and the rest of it just because of how our lives and way of living have changed over the past few decades.
     At the same time, our government keeps changing the rules about anti-anxiety medication making it more and more difficult to get the help we need. This used to cause me even more anxiety so I had to find other ways to cope, such as changing my diet, yoga, meditation, sound machines, therapists, breathing exercises, journaling. Even now, I take maybe half a pill a month but the doctor has had to reduce the amount he can give me. I see him twice a year in order to continue my prescription. I have to fill out two questionnaires, give a urine sample, and sign a form saying that I'm not selling my medication. It's insane. I feel like a criminal because I have this illness.
     I finally, finally took God's word to heart and have begun to pray whenever things start to feel overwhelming. He takes care of me. I know that when life seems to be bearing down on you it's difficult to think, "oh well, it'll all work out. God's got my back." But it is so true. God wants to help us. We just have to ask our loving Father in Heaven for help and guidance and strength.
     Yesterday, Pastor Brian preached an excellent sermon on Philippians 4:6-7 and it was just what I needed to hear when I needed to hear it. (Isn't God awesome like that?!) And, I was reminded:

 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, 
with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 
and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, 
will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:6-7 NKJV

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Please join me this week in praying for those who are anxious and for those who suffer from anxiety.
I'll post daily reminders on:
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Facebook group 7th Hour Prayer Power

Sunday, September 22, 2019

Chronological Reading Plan Week 45

Chronological Reading Plan

Week 45
309. Matthew 23; Luke 20-21
310. Mark 13
311. Matthew 24
312. Matthew 25
313. Matthew 26; Mark 14
314. Luke 22; John 13
315. John 14-17


A representative of Christ


And whatever you do in word or deed, 
do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, 
giving thanks to God the Father through Him.
Colossians 3:17 NKJV

Saturday, September 21, 2019

God is good


Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!
Psalm 107:1 ESV

Friday, September 20, 2019

Signs from God


You may think I'm crazy, but I believe that God gives me signs when I ask for them. Some Christians don't believe that He does that anymore and all I can say is, "ya-huh" (as in, 'He does too'). Either way, I would feel very remiss if I didn't share this testimony with you...
     My husband and I had a bit of a rocky start in our relationship in 2011, 2012, 2013...so I would ask God for a certain sign that everything would be okay, that my husband and I would get married someday and live happily ever after (okay, maybe that last part is a stretch). Each time, God gave me this sign and each time we worked things out and we did get married.
     Back in May of this year, God gave me that sign again, just out of the blue and I thought, "Huh. That's strange," because I didn't ask for that reassurance and as far as I was concerned my husband and I were getting along fine. Well, I got home and words were said and I moved out.
     I was so crushed that I wanted to just put everything behind me and sever all ties and even get divorce proceedings going. The whole time, God kept giving me this one sign over and over again and I was so confused even though I knew what He was trying to tell me, but I kept telling Him that I was confused, so He had the Pastor call me and tell me to "slow down." I couldn't ignore that, so I did slow down and calm down. My heart even softened. We communicated through the Pastor for a couple of days and then started texting each other, and then started seeing each other.
     We started actually communicating for the first time ever and decided we were ready to reconcile, but I still had some doubts and I wasn't sure if the timing was right to move out of my mom's house because of everything she's dealing with so I asked God for a sign. I wanted to do this in God's time not our time because up until this point, our timing hadn't been very successful, but my husband assured me that it was time and that I didn't need a sign from God to tell me that, so I listened to him - all the while feeling funny about it. I thought about King Saul not waiting for Nathan like he was instructed and you know what a disaster that was! I started thinking maybe the sign I asked for was too far-fetched, but it really wasn't impossible, just unlikely unless it was from God. My husband played this song from 1994 at our wedding and we danced to it for the first time as husband and wife. It wasn't "our song" and it wasn't even from an artist that I was particularly fond of so I couldn't remember the title or any of the lyrics when I asked this of God, but I knew that when I heard it, I would know that was the song and I would know that it was from God. I could've heard it in someone's car, or at a restaurant; it could've even become a commercial jingle, but I never heard it.
     Last night I did 2 things...1. was admit to a trusted friend my role in the failing of my marriage. 2.  was begin a Christian lesson on being a Godly wife. I'm not sure which of those 2 things did it, or if it was a combination, but I got ready for bed and started singing that song out loud. After I sang the chorus I literally was stopped in my tracks. Where did that come from?! How did that song pop in my head? And I had to drop down and give praise to God for coming through for me and giving me this clear sign that I'm doing what He wants me to do when He wants me to it. This was such a wow moment for me that my heart is just so completely replenished with love and optimism for the future. I had been depressed all week and didn't know why; now I realize it's because I felt like God didn't want me to move back in yet. All of these obstacles kept blocking my progress, but now I know that I have a green light because now I have this sign from God.

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.
James 1:17 NKJV

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Please join me this week in gratitude for our Lord and Saviour. Let's give thanks for His love, mercy, and grace. Let's rejoice for His answers to our prayers.
I'll post daily reminders on:
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Facebook group 7th Hour Prayer Power

Thursday, September 19, 2019

His steadfast love

During the past year, God has heard our prayers and worked out in His perfect timing to answer several prayers in a combination and sequence to heal numerous hearts.

When we prayed for the lonely, the elderly, widows and widowers, parents and family, He brought them all together in one household to help each other through their lonliness and grief. He helped the elderly widow find new purpose and a sense of being needed.

When we prayed for our Pastors, a changed heart, those who moved home, those facing a life change, for patience, to listen, those considering a divorce, God stepped in and had the Pastor call me to soften my heart and listen to my husband and really hear him and consider what he was feeling. I had moved home not because of a failed marriage, but because that's where God needed me to be at that time for my mom who had just lost my dad, for my daughter who had just sold her house. When all of this happened, I couldn't see the "why" but stepping back and seeing the whole sequence of events, I'm in awe of what God orchestrated to help those in my life whom I had prayed for and to help me through my grief and what I was going through emotionally. My husband and I have reconciled and our marriage is so much better now. This had to happen the way it happened in order to fulfill God's plan to answer our prayers. We're here to build relationships and be there for each other and to bring glory to Him. We can glorify Him by being image-bearers and praising how He works in our lives. God is love.

Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever.
Psalm 136:1 ESV

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Please join me this week in gratitude for our Lord and Saviour. Let's give thanks for His love, mercy, and grace. Let's rejoice for His answers to our prayers.
I'll post daily reminders on:
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Instagram @archadia27
Facebook group 7th Hour Prayer Power

Wednesday, September 18, 2019

Prayers answered for addiction

During the past year, our prayers for those with addiction have been answered.

A young man who had a drug problem suffers from depression. He hung around with other users and had a girlfriend who was a bad influence on him. At his lowest point, he tried to kill himself. By the grace of God, he changed his mind after taking the pills and was able to call someone. They got him to the hospital, saved his life, and enrolled him in an inpatient care facility where he got the help he truly needed. Since that time, he has separated himself from his friends and girlfriend and has been able to stay away from drugs. Hallelujah!

But by the grace of God I am what I am, 
and His grace toward me was not in vain; 
but I labored more abundantly than they all, 
yet not I, but the grace of God which was with me.
1 Corinthians 15:10 NKJV

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Please join me this week in gratitude for our Lord and Saviour. Let's give thanks for His love, mercy, and grace. Let's rejoice for His answers to our prayers.
I'll post daily reminders on:
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Instagram @archadia27
Facebook group 7th Hour Prayer Power

Tuesday, September 17, 2019

Rejoice


This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.
Psalm 118:24 ESV

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Please join me this week in gratitude for our Lord and Saviour. Let's give thanks for His love, mercy, and grace. Let's rejoice for His answers to our prayers.
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Facebook group 7th Hour Prayer Power

Monday, September 16, 2019

Let's celebrate

During the past year we have prayed for:
  • bullies
  • salvation for the unsaved
  • those struggling with an addiction
  • the lonely
  • those suffering from physical pain
  • government
  • victims of hate
  • veterans
  • we prayed with thanksgiving
  • the Church
  • the elderly
  • those going through a divorce
  • our needs in order to bring us back into focus on Christ
  • Christ
  • for the New Year
  • caregivers
  • widows and widowers
  • the homeless
  • for Jesus' love
  • our Pastors
  • for a changed heart
  • to listen
  • the power of words
  • anger
  • those who abuse alcohol
  • eternal life
  • family
  • jobs
  • money
  • the terminally ill
  • those facing a life change
  • for patience
  • to become a servant for Christ
  • those who moved home
  • emotions
  • the military
  • survivors of a natural disaster
  • graduates
  • parents
  • our faith
  • no fear in sharing the Gospel
  • those who are judgmental
  • for parents to raise their children in a Godly home
  • missionaries
  • the disabled
  • to put an end to violence
  • family
  • that people learn to forgive one another
  • for perseverance
  • for the protection of our children
  • for the people who support us

How many of these did you pray for? How many of these did you see the fruits of your prayers?
If you didn't notice an answer to prayers, did you open your eyes and ears to see and hear the Lord? He answers all prayers. Some are 'yes', some are 'no'. He answers in His time, not ours. Some of the people we prayed for we may not know what happened in response to our prayers, but rest assured that something did happen, even if it was that a seed was planted, or a plan was set in motion.
This week, let's revisit those we've prayed for over the year. Meditate on them, pray for them again, contact them and follow up on our prayers. Then, if you feel inclined, share your stories. You can send them to me for me to post anonymously, or use them as testimony when you speak to others about your faith. This week is all about gratitude for what God has done in our lives and in response to our prayers. We have an awesome God who loves us and cares for us! Let's celebrate!

Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.
1 Thessalonians 5:18 ESV

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Please join me this week in gratitude for our Lord and Saviour. Let's give thanks for His love, mercy, and grace. Let's rejoice for His answers to our prayers.
I'll post daily reminders on:
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Instagram @archadia27
Facebook group 7th Hour Prayer Power

Sunday, September 15, 2019

Special announcement

This is week 52 of our prayer group, which means that a week from Monday, we will have been praying together for an entire year toward common goals.
I know this isn't necessarily an interactive group, but I would really love to hear from you this week. You can email me at archadia7@yahoo.com (put "prayer" in the subject) or send me a PM and just let me know how God has answered your prayers this past year.
Let me know if you like the format, or if you'd like to see something different.
Let me know if you'd like us to pray for a certain group of people, subject, or category.
Invite friends and family to join us.

As time allows, and if people don't mind, I'll be sharing stories from the past year this week.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Love in Christ,
Shari

Chronological Reading Plan Week 44

Chronological Reading Plan

Week 44
302. John 11
303. Luke 18
304. Matthew 19; Mark 10
305. Matthew 20-21
306. Luke 19
307. Mark 11; John 12
308. Matthew 22; Mark 12

Kindness and favor


May the LORD now show you kindness and faithfulness, 
and I too will show you the same favor because you have done this. 
2 Samuel 2:6

Saturday, September 14, 2019

I pray for you


We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, because we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love you have for all God's people. 
Colossians 1:3-4

Friday, September 13, 2019

The importance of supportive parents

I'm very blessed to have been born to my parents. I can't remember one time when they didn't support me Even as a child, they supported whatever interests I developed whether it was dancing, drawing, piano, they made sure I had lessons and the right tools to be the best ballerina, artist, or pianist I could be. The time that means the most to me, though, was when I decided I wanted to become an interior designer. Our high school allowed girls to take drafting classes for the first time ever when I was a junior. I signed up for it just because it was something that I was previously barred from and I fell in love with it. My parents took me downtown to Dayton Blueprint and got me stocked up with a drafting table, t-square, scale, portfolio, graphite and probably twenty other tools of the trade. I still have most of those items because they meant so much to me. While I didn't make it through the interior design program initially, I did get into the architectural field and have been using those initial drafting skills for over 26 years. I feel so very blessed. Thank you, Mom and Dad. 

I thank God for you—the God I serve with a clear conscience, just as my ancestors did. Night and day I constantly remember you in my prayers. 
2 Timothy 1:3

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Join me this week in praying with an appreciation and gratitude for the person(s) who supports you in life.
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Thursday, September 12, 2019

Bless you


Send this to someone special in your life who has given freely of themselves. Let them know that you lift them up in prayer.

The Lord bless you and keep you;
The Lord make His face shine upon you,
And be gracious to you;
The Lord lift up His countenance upon you,
And give you peace. 
Numbers 6:24-26

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Join me this week in praying with an appreciation and gratitude for the person(s) who supports you in life.
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Wednesday, September 11, 2019

Never forget

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This image is chilling and gives me a sense of something that I can't even describe, so I won't try. Just take it in and remember. Remember those who lost their lives, those who lost loved ones, the heroes and heroines, and our first responders. Pray with me.

Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.
1 Thessalonians 5:11 ESV

Tuesday, September 10, 2019

Sister girlfriends

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I have been blessed with so many wonderful friends. With all of the negative effects of social media, I have been blessed to experience the positive aspects of it. Over ten years ago, I was encouraged by my daughter to join Etsy. I didn't consider myself particularly crafty but I found something that I could make and sell...my husband at the time would joke that at least the dog would eat my cooking, so I took that to heart and made dog treats. Back then, Etsy had forums where you could chat with other Etsians and I met a wonderful young woman there who became my very first customer. I formed a group for people who made handmade items for pets and this woman suggested we have a pet photo contest. That grew into a large group of us who checked in with each other every single day on a forum style format, sharing our lives, trials, and triumphs. Over the years, the group has dwindled down to just 3 of us, the first young woman I met in 2008 and another woman who is so upbeat and encouraging even though she faces daily challenges. We still "talk" every single day. No matter what's going on in our lives, we find time to at least check in with each other. We're like a band of sisters, only more special because we chose each other. Over the past 10 years, these ladies have gotten me through so much, including losing a husband, getting cancer, a new marriage. They are two of the most amazing blessings of my life. I love them and can't imagine the past decade without them. Thank you, my Sister Girlfriends <3

May the Lord reward you for your kindness. 
Ruth 1:8

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Join me this week in praying with an appreciation and gratitude for the person(s) who supports you in life.
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Monday, September 9, 2019

Earth angel

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Hopefully, you have someone in your life you can lean on; someone who will just listen to you when you want to rant but will offer advice when you need it. Hopefully, you have someone in your life who says or does just the right thing just when you need it. Maybe it's a family member, an online friend, a Pastor. Identify that person and send them a text or email today letting them know how grateful you are for them being such an important part of your life, and that you appreciate them. You can include this bible verse:

I do not cease to give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers. 
Ephesians 1:16 ESV

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Join me this week in praying with an appreciation and gratitude for the person(s) who supports you in life.
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Sunday, September 8, 2019

Chronological Reading Plan Week 43

Chronological Reading Plan
Week 43
295. Matthew 18
296. John 7-8
297. John 9-10
298. Luke 10
299. Luke 12-13
300. Luke 14-15
301. Luke 16-17

Welcoming children

“Whoever receives one of these little children in My name 
receives Me; 
and whoever receives Me, 
receives not Me but Him who sent Me.”
Mark 9:37 NKJV

Saturday, September 7, 2019

Don't cause a child to sin

It would be better for him if a millstone were hung around his neck 
and he were cast into the sea 
than that he should cause one of these little ones to sin.
Luke 17:2 ESV

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Join me this week in praying for the children in our lives and their parents for protection and healing. Pray for a home environment that promotes stability and communication, where the child has a parent that sets a good example of how to live a Christian life, pray for their salvation and for God to work in their lives.
I'll post daily reminders on:
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Instagram @archadia27
Facebook group 7th Hour Prayer Power

Friday, September 6, 2019

Our Lord is faithful

But the Lord is faithful, who will establish you and guard you from the evil one.
2 Thessalonians 3:3 NKJV

Thursday, September 5, 2019

Children are a blessing

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Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord,
The fruit of the womb is a reward.
Psalm 127:3-5 NKJV

Wednesday, September 4, 2019

Look both ways

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I pray for my children, step-children, grandchildren, niece, and nephews. Even though my children and step-children are grown, they are still faced with numerous situations or temptations that can lead them down the wrong path. As a parent, I will always worry. I still tell my daughters to "look both ways before you cross the street."
   While it's easy to get caught up in the day to day, my most fervent prayers are for their salvation. I can't imagine eternity without them; so I pray. I pray and I trust in the Lord to call them to Him, in His time.

I will contend with those who contend with you,
    and your children I will save.
Isaiah 49:25b NIV

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Join me this week in praying for the children in our lives and their parents for protection and healing. Pray for a home environment that promotes stability and communication, where the child has a parent that sets a good example of how to live a Christian life, pray for their salvation and for God to work in their lives.
I'll post daily reminders on:
twitter @7DegreesOfMe
Instagram @archadia27
Facebook group 7th Hour Prayer Power