Monthly Archives: July 2014

Aha! Moment

Ever have a moment where God just basically smacks you in the face with something and teaches you a lesson that you desperately needed to learn?  That happened to me this morning. As many of you know, some of us … Continue reading

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“PUT IT RIGHT THERE”

I heard this song last night on the radio and wanted to share it here. The Lord spoke to my heart as a I listened and the verse that stuck out the most was this: I’m reaching out my hand – … Continue reading

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Yet another arrest

I’m a bit late with this news, but for those who missed it, yet another one of Jahar’s friends, Stephen Silva, has been arrested. Silva faces drug and gun possession charges. Please be praying for him, primarily for him to come … Continue reading

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A birthday prayer

Father, I thank You that Jahar is able to celebrate another birthday. Thank You that he’s now celebrated two birthdays that he never should’ve been able to. I cannot thank You enough for sparing Jahar’s life that night on the … Continue reading

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Aza found guilty (and prayer requests)

Jahar’s friend Azamat Tazhayakov—Aza for short—was found guilty today on charges of obstruction of justice and conspiracy to obstruct justice. Sentencing will take place on October 16, and the maximum sentence is 25 years. I know the focus of this … Continue reading

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The End of the Story

Several weeks ago, I completed a Bible study with some amazing sisters in Christ on the book “The Storm Inside” by Sheila Walsh.  One week, we studied the transformation from insecurity to confidence using the story of Ruth.  The first … Continue reading

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Hold Him, He Needs to Feel Loved

Send [him] a sign A hint, A whisper Fill [him] with life ‘Cause [he is] listening Come break the quiet Breathe Your awakening Bring [him] the light ‘Cause [he is] fading Surround [him] with the rush of angels’ wings Shine Your light so [he] can … Continue reading

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Two-Day Fast

“Is fasting ever a bribe to get God to pay more attention to the petitions? No, a thousand times no. It is simply a way to make clear that we sufficiently reverence the amazing opportunity to ask help from the … Continue reading

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A House Divided

In case you haven’t noticed……Satan is well aware of what we’re doing, and he’s not happy about it.  As far as we know, the Enemy continues to have a strong grasp on Jahar.  He’s got him in the palm of … Continue reading

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This is Good and Pleases God Our Savior

I have frequently heard the argument that we should not be praying for Jahar’s salvation because we can’t pray to change someone’s mind concerning a decision that only they can make. I urge you, first of all, to pray for … Continue reading

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