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Memories

  • The world is passing away with its lusts, but he who does God's will remains forever. 1 John 2:17 WEB.

    It was my first day of school at Kingston Elementary. Early that morning, my stepmother pulled up to the school, pushed me out of her car, and drove off. Standing there alone in the parking lot, I felt like a fish out of water. Panic, fear, abandonment, and a few other strong emotions rolled over me as I watched her car drive away. I remember it vividly today.

    I was six years old and starting in the first grade, totally lost and knowing no one. I had spent my whole life up to that point barefoot on a farm exploring the woods and fishing holes a bit like Tom Sawyer. This particular stepmother had kept me out of kindergarten the year before because it was too much trouble. They would probably have kept me out of school altogether if not for truant officers.

    Eventually, a teacher found me wandering around lost and lovingly helped me get to the right class. I thank God for teachers. A good teacher can make such an impact on the mind of a child. Each day became easier, and soon I began to enjoy school. Now that horrible first day is only a distant memory. And something that I thought was bad turned out to be something good.

    Many things in my life seemed like the end of the world while they were happening, yet now they are only a distant memory. All of the troubles and trials we go through in this life are temporary, and they too will pass. Even the end of our life is merely the beginning of something new. So be encouraged today, for even if the world passes away, it will just be a memory to those with eternal life. We will probably name it as a holiday and remember it as "The day the world passed away."

    The trouble of today will pass, and it will not be the end of us. We will live for eternity and spend time with the Lord Jesus Christ making more memories. So keep a positive attitude and trust God to work things out for the best. Don't let a fearful situation get the best of you, for this too will pass.

    Prayer: Heavenly Father, my eyes are on You. Please walk with me today and let me know You are there. Send me the Comforter like You promised, for I need You more today than ever before. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!

    Note: 'Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God.' (Philippians 4:6-7) ~ If you have a prayer need, we are here for you! We and the prayer team are ready to lift you up at our private prayer page: RHM Prayer Network


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Kevin J. Eck
Kevin J. Eck Amen,
February 27, 2021
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Elena Vasquez
Elena Vasquez

Amen

February 27, 2021
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Celeste Strenn
Celeste Strenn

Amen 

February 27, 2021
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Marisa Jackson
Marisa Jackson

Amen!!

February 27, 2021
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Patricia Walker
Patricia Walker

Amen. Heavenly Father, I cannot do this without You. You are everything to me. Amen

February 27, 2021
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Mari Kaufmann
Mari Kaufmann

Dear God thank you for all you've done in my family's life. Amen

February 27, 2021
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Kay Collinsworth
Kay Collinsworth

Amen, Thank You Father for all You do. I can't make it without You

February 27, 2021
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David  Earlywine
David Earlywine

Thank you Jesus for always being there. Amen 

February 27, 2021
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Linda Clark
Linda Clark

Am

February 27, 2021
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Wanda Pennington
Wanda Pennington

Yes Lord I need you more today than yesterday.  Tomorrow I will need you more than today.  Help me Lord Jesus for I'm weak, and sometimes afraid. My husband left this old world a few days ago and I'm lonely, I'm thankful I have the Holy Spirit to hold my hand. Thank you Lord for comfort to me and my children. Amen 

February 27, 2021
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Lynn Brown
Lynn Brown

May God give you comfort and strength, Wanda. So sorry for your loss.

February 27, 2021
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Cathy Webb
Cathy Webb

Praying you feel the arms of Jesus as He walks with you in your loss, Wanda. May His comfort and peace bring assurance and joy.

February 27, 2021
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Yvette York
Yvette York

Sending prayers and positive thoughts for you and your family 

February 27, 2021
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Deng Tembreza
Deng Tembreza

GOD BLESS HIS SOUL.  

February 27, 2021
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Scott Riegelmann
Scott Riegelmann

Sending prayers for his perfect peace in your most trying time God Bless you and your family

February 27, 2021
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Kathleen Rock
Kathleen Rock

Dear Wanda,

My God draw near to you during this sad time and give you peace, strength and the love of family and friends.

February 28, 2021
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Cindy Holcomb
Cindy Holcomb

I'm so sorry for the loss of your husband Wanda. You are in my prayers.

February 27, 2021
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Lynn Brown
Lynn Brown

It is a comfort to read Psalm 121. God keeps watch over us now and forever. Amen!

February 27, 2021
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Scott Riegelmann
Scott Riegelmann

Amen Lynn!

February 27, 2021
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Jose Simo
Jose Simo

Heavenly Father we thank you for all You have done for us on this journey, sometimes we feel like been alone even though we know the Comforter is with us. We need to hear Your voice in a way we can understand and whatever You want us to do be done in Your Holy Name, in Jesus Christ name we pray, Amen. Praise the Lord Almighty, Amen. 

Dear Pastor Dion, I needed this awesome message today, thank you and Sylvia. God bless you both, Amen. 

February 27, 2021
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Cathy Webb
Cathy Webb

What a hopeful perspective in this devotional, Pastor Dion! Lord, let me walk with you today and share Your good news with someone who needs to look up to see Jesus. Thank you! AMEN

February 27, 2021
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Scott Riegelmann
Scott Riegelmann

Amen Cathy!

 

February 27, 2021
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Yvette York
Yvette York

Amen

February 27, 2021
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Schalk  de Beer
Schalk de Beer

Yes Lord Jesus, amen 

February 27, 2021
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Keyana Mallory
Keyana Mallory

Amen

February 27, 2021
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Scott Riegelmann
Scott Riegelmann

Amen Yes Lord I need more of you in my little life everyday please help me be a light of love, and help me to reach the lost hungry and homeless help me to introduce you in a new way in Jesus' name I pray

February 27, 2021
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Marilyn Salter
Marilyn Salter

I've learned so much by just letting go and giving it to God. I am forever thankful for the peace He gives me. And I always want to receive His blessings. May the good Lord always smile upon this sinner's soul and forgive me for my transgressions. 

February 28, 2021
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Wesley Paulus
Wesley Paulus

Amen!

March 3, 2021