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Slow Train Coming

  • Then Pharaoh sent and called Joseph, and they quickly brought him out of the pit. And when he had shaved himself and changed his clothes, he came in before Pharaoh. Genesis 41:14 ESV

    Joseph had been in prison for over two years, and had been sold as a slave by his brothers years before that. Now he was standing before the pharaoh of Egypt and being given his signet ring. Suddenly, he was the second-in-command of the most powerful nation on earth. Prison in the morning, Ruler of Egypt in the evening. His dream had seemed to take forever, but it had now arrived.

    This day was part of God's plan for Joseph and had taken between thirteen to twenty years to come to pass. It was intricate in detail and there were many layers and characters involved in making this happen. Israel was saved during an intense famine. Joseph learned management skills. He was humbled and became a broken man that God could use. There was over a decade of Joseph feeling forgotten, but suddenly his dream came to pass.

    God's plans are intricate, deep, and all the pieces have to line up. This can take time, but suddenly it will happen, and it will happen. Keep on doing what you are supposed to do. Don't neglect your part of the plan and be sure to work with Him. God's plan for you may take time, but it will arrive right on schedule.

    Prayer: Heavenly Father, I pray that You stir me, wake me, give me a fresh fire and cause me to live Your perfect plan for my life. Move the things that need to be moved and open the doors that need to be opened. In the name of Jesus I pray.

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Rebecca Adkins
Rebecca Adkins

Amen.

April 25, 2017
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Schalk  de Beer
Schalk de Beer

Yes, please Lord Jesus, amen. 

April 25, 2017
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Stacie Chambers-Franklin
Stacie Chambers-Franklin

Amen!

April 25, 2017
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Yvette York
Yvette York

Amen

April 25, 2017
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Mike OBryan
Mike OBryan

Amen, I recall as a New Christain the great things that did accure when I held tough in Faith, and didn't give up! Yes! Praise God!!

April 25, 2017
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Mari Kaufmann
Mari Kaufmann

Amen Amen Amen

April 25, 2017
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Kay Collinsworth
Kay Collinsworth

Amen and Amen!

April 25, 2017
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Marisa Jackson
Marisa Jackson

Amen!!

April 25, 2017
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David and Dianna Wyles
David and Dianna Wyles

Prayer: Heavenly Father, I pray that You stir me, wake me, give me a fresh fire and cause me to live Your perfect plan for my life. Move the things that need to be moved and open the doors that need to be opened. In the name of Jesus I pray. Amen *♡* Thank you

April 25, 2017
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Loriann Riley
Loriann Riley

Amen 

April 25, 2017
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Jim Jarrell
Jim Jarrell

Heavenly Father, I know that your word says that all things work for good, we just do not understand. Please help us not to grumble or have fear. Your word says your ways are not our ways, help us to understand what you are doing.

April 25, 2017
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Cathy Webb
Cathy Webbedited: April 25, 2017

Thank you, Jim, for this prayer -- it's what I need today!

April 25, 2017
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Deng Tembreza
Deng Tembreza

Amen

April 25, 2017
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Lynn Brown
Lynn Brown

Amen. Thank You Lord!

April 25, 2017
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Carol Pady
Carol Pady

Amen!

April 25, 2017
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Damion P
Damion P

Amen and Amen!!!

April 25, 2017
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Jose Simo
Jose Simo

Amen. 

April 25, 2017
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MP (Mary Pat) Taylor
MP (Mary Pat) Taylor

I really need this.. feels like my train went the wrong way then got derailed! 

April 25, 2017
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Teddy Bullard
Teddy Bullardedited: April 25, 2017

Thanks for this message, Brother! I'Ve heard it said that when one encounters adversity, it is a good sign that he, or she, is doing something right. After all, opposition is affected to prevent us from completing our work for The Lord. "Slow Train Coming" really captured my attention this morning, for another reason. In addition to aptly describing how our spiritual progress, and growth sometimes seems to be, as a "Slow Train Coming" as well as the ongoing progress of our individual calling and work:  as a young man, many years ago, I purchased Bob Dylan's first album released, after his conversion, which was titled, "Slow Train Coming". How many were the days, evenings, and hours, spent listening to that recording! I have spent a lot of "blood, sweat. and tears" in the years since on my way to spiritual maturity, but thank The Lord, by his blessing, and mercy, I am still standing for Him. Thanks again, Brother Dion. Have a wonderful day!

April 25, 2017
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Sylvia Todd
Sylvia Todd

Amen, Teddy, I know you have been through it, but it is always worth it in the end <3

April 25, 2017
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Teddy Bullard
Teddy Bullard

Thanks for your prayers, and encouragement, Dear Friend. Have a wonderful evening!

April 25, 2017
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Diane Symborski✝
Diane Symborski✝

I claim this prayer over me. Amen. <3

 

Prayer: Heavenly Father, I pray that You stir me, wake me, give me a fresh fire and cause me to live Your perfect plan for my life. Move the things that need to be moved and open the doors that need to be opened. In the name of Jesus I pray. Amen. <3

 

Thank you Pastor for yout devotion today. Amen :-)

April 25, 2017
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Joseph Adams, Jr.
Joseph Adams, Jr.

AMEN

April 25, 2017
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Ticardo Williams
Ticardo Williams

Praise God!  Thanks Pastor Todd!  Heavenly Father, I pray that You stir me, wake me, give me a fresh fire and cause me to live Your perfect plan for my life. Move the things that need to be moved and open the doors that need to be opened. In the Name of Jesus I pray.  Amen.

April 26, 2017
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Wesley Paulus
Wesley Paulus

Amen! Pastors prayer, Heavenly Father, I pray that you stir me, wake me, give me a fresh fire and cause me to live your perfect plan for my life. Move the things that need to be moved and open the doors that need to be opened. In the name of Jesus Christ I pray Amen!!

April 26, 2017
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Rachael Burke
Rachael Burke

Amen, I'm still waiting on you my God, let my testimony be heard in Jesus name 

April 29, 2017
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Cheryl Hepler
Cheryl Hepler

Amen!!

May 13, 2017