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Sacrifice from Refreshing Hope Ministries on Vimeo. When Jesus came walking past the disciples in their fishing boat late one night, Peter called out to Him and asked if he could join Him and walk on the water. (Matthew 14:28–31 NKJV) And Peter answered Him and said, "Lord, if ... -
Jesus answered him, "Simon, I have something to tell you." He said, "Teacher, say on." A certain lender had two debtors. The one owed five hundred denarii, and the other fifty. When they couldn't pay, he forgave them both. Which of them therefore will love him most?" Simon answered, "He, I suppose, ...
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For John the Baptizer came neither eating bread nor drinking wine, and you say, 'He has a demon.' The Son of Man has come eating and drinking, and you say, 'Behold, a gluttonous man, and a drunkard; a friend of tax collectors and sinners!' Luke 7:33'34 WEB.A gloomy feeling settled over you when you...
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The Roller Coaster
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After many days the word of the LORD came to Elijah, in the third year, saying, 'Go, show yourself to Ahab, and I will send rain upon the earth.' 1Kings 18:1 ESV
I remember some friends once got me on a roller coaster. We waited for everyone to board and then it started slowly climbing up and up the rails. After a pretty long wait, it crossed the crest of the hill and the real ride began. It was pretty boring until it started and then oh my'hang on!
Elijah waited for three years, just waiting, waiting, and then waiting some more. But when the Lord spoke this scripture to him, within hours, he had a showdown with 950 false prophets, caused fire to come down from heaven, executed the false prophets, turned Israel back to the Lord, caused it to rain when it had not for three years, and then outran a chariot back to town. I think he had crossed the top of the hill and was hanging on for dear life at that point.
Don't give up on God during the hill climb. When His plan finally comes together it can move very quickly and you can be racing just to stay up with Him. The roller coaster climbs the hill slowly but when God says it is now time, hang on for the ride to come.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for being there for me. Though it comes slow, I know that it is coming and that You have plans for me. Guide me and teach me along the way, in the name of Jesus I pray.
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Amen Lord!
Pastor Dion and Sylvia,
i pray God blesses you both and RFH ministries beyond anything you could have thought or imagined! You both have been so faithful and I am grateful for every devotion you send. They are always so timely and speak to the very thing I am dealing with.
My journey with God has been faith building since I was a little girl and I have been waiting for his perfect timing to open doors that have been shut for many years.
I apprecuaye continued prayers for God to direct our steps into the purpose and plan he has for me and my family.
God Bless You!
Aww, thank you so much much, Lisa, and praying for you <3! (((HUGS)))
Amen, even so, come Lord Jesus.
Amen.
Amen! There are so many who teach that God is speaking every day, we just are not listenong. I have heard the voice I think that Elija heard, and according to this verse, it did not happen every day. Let God be in charge, He knows exactly what He is doing, and what His plan is for your life.
I’m waiting on you dear God to straighten out the paths of my grandchildren JJ and Martin, Jayme and her babies. Willy with school. Im waiting in faith. Hallelujah. Amen.
Joining in prayer for your family, Mari <3!
Amen,praise God.
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Amen! I trust Your plan Father.
Amen, living in Faith.
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Dear Father, I've always trusted You and will wait when time comes for me. Listen to my prayers and help me to walk with You and follow Your designs. In Jesus name I pray, Amen.
Thank you Pastor for your word, God bless you.
I know it is coming. In trust you Jesus. Guide me along the way. Thank you Pastor for a wonderful devotional. May the Lord bless you and Sylvia always. Amen
Amen!!
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Amen Lord, we are still waiting and ready for the ride
MOST PEOPLE ARE ON A ROLLER COASTER, GOING TO CHURCH IS BOARING BUT WHEN THINGS GO WRONG, THEY CALL ON THE LORD FOR HELP.