Who are we to pray for?–1 Sam 14

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7th Year 11-12 Edition 3 –I Sam 14 l The Feast l Oct 15_2012 I Sam 14 National Days of Prayer Day 18 of 40 Dear Saints, Today we prayerfully Feast in the book of I Samuel 14. Jonathan and his armor bearer step out in haste and smites the Philistines. The Philistines were, by the power of God, set against one another. The more evident it was that God did all their defeat. Making a rash or unthoughtful oath king Saul forbids the people to eat till evening. Jonathan pointed out by lot because of his rash action and lack of communication. Saul’s family and kingdom bring him little solace, fighting continues on all sides. “47 So Saul established his sovereignty over Israel, and fought against all his enemies on every side, against Moab, against the people of Ammon, against Edom, against the kings of Zobah, and against the Philistines. Wherever he turned, he harassed them.[e] 48 And he gathered an army and attacked the Amalekites, and delivered Israel from the hands of those who plundered them. 49 – 51 Saul’s family lineage. 52 Now there was fierce war with the Philistines all the days of Saul. And when Saul saw any strong man or any valiant man, he took him for himself.” I Samuel 14:47 – 52, New King James Version (NKJV). Saul’s lack of communication with God was the main problem in his kingdom. He wasn’t willing to, wait on God, and obey His voice. That reminds of the problems with nations and families in our land today, no communication with God or each other. People, politicians and families are more worried about themselves than God’s will. Thank you for joining me in praying for our nations, politicians, families and God’s will. 40 Days of Prayer day18 Prayer for our nation authored by, Prayer for America – Connection! (Devotions for Every Day Life) ; “ The wrath of God is being revealed from heaven against all the godlessness and wickedness of men who suppress the truth by their wickedness.” –Romans 1:18 Do you suppose that the above verse, speaking of the wrath of God, is true for every nation except the United States? Is there some way that we are somehow exempt from the wrath of God? We don’t like to think about this, but the truth of the matter is that there is no exempt nation. Godlessness and wickedness will attract the wrath of God, both for individuals as well as for a nation. When godlessness and wickedness are embraced by a nation, then the wrath of God will be directed against that nation. In the last fifty years, we have seen a serious attempt at suppressing truth in the United States. An artificial wall of separation between church and state has been built with the intent of removing God completely from the public square. And this is just one of the ways that truth is suppressed. Because of this, according to the Word of God, the wrath of God is being revealed. There are a number of ways we can pray over such situations. First, we ask that the wrath of God bring about its purpose of leading people to repentance. We should ask that our sufferings not be wasted, but be brought to their redemptive purposes. Second, we ask that God’s truth be restored to public consciousness and acceptance. We begin to pray for a restoration of God’s Word into public life in America, not in any sort of theocratic way, but so there be no divorce between the spiritual and the secular. Prayer Points • Repent on behalf of our nation because we have allowed the suppression of God’s truth. • Pray that God’s wrath on the wicked will bring about repentance. • Ask the Lord for a holy boldness in the church to stand for truth in our nation. My Prayer Father, I tremble as I read Your Word today. I fear for my nation as I see godlessness and wickedness on the rise and the increased suppression of truth. I pray for mercy in the midst of Your wrath. Pour out a spirit of repentance upon the ungodly. Turn their hearts to You. As Your church sees Your wrath poured out, I pray that we will be those who tremble at Your Word and draw near to You in intimacy. Give us boldness to stand for truth and not to shrink back. –Adapted from Desperate for Change: 40 Days of Prayer for Americaby David Butts ” Saint’s let’s continue in waiting on our Lord. We can keep the first thing first salvation through the blood of the lamb, Jesus. “Therefore you are great, O LORD God. For there is none like you, and there is no God besides you, according to all that we have heard with our ears.” 2 Samuel 7:22 ESV.Thank you Jesus for being the author of our salvation. Let’s share our faith with as many as possible. Because God is not willing that any should parish! Join us, direct your request for prayer to; mlitew8@yahoo.com. Please join us for prayer on the web at; http://www.admenu.com/am/praise.html. I am not educated or a theologian so If I am wrong or mistaken please email memlitew8@yahoo.com. I LOVE YOUR prayerful correction and suggestions, if I am mistaken or misused the Word of God. If you would like to correspond with Pastor Glen here is his email address; pastorglenaycock@ymail.com. If the Lord is willing I’ll send and post the Feast again tomorrow. The Feast Mon, October 15, 2012, I Samuel 14, – “ Jonathan smites the Philistines. (1-15) Their defeat. (16-23) Saul forbids the people to eat till evening. (24-35) Jonathan pointed out by lot. (36-46) Saul’s family. (47-52) ” – Matthew Henry Concise God Bless you, Brother Mike http://www.admenu.com http://admenu.wordpress.com Tags: jesus, love, hope, care, god, holy, ghost, save, help “And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.” Romans 12:2 NKJV. Brother Bob Waters sends it out daily, check it out here “HOLY SPIRIT ISCALLING” if you are interested in having it sent to your email it write to Bob at: bob.beverlee@gmail.com.