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The Pen And The Crackers

  • Therefore don't be anxious, saying, 'What will we eat?', 'What will we drink?' or, 'With what will we be clothed?' For the Gentiles seek after all these things; for your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek first God's Kingdom and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well. Matthew 6:31'33 WEB.

    One of the sweetest testimonies that I ever heard was from a missionary visiting our church. While flying out to the mission field on an airplane, she dug through her purse, trying to find a pen to make some notes with, but she couldn't find one. She was hungry because she hadn't had time to eat before the flight, and they didn't serve food on the plane. Normally she carried a pack of crackers with her for such a time, but that day she had none.

    The missionary had brought along one extra bible to give away, and when the plane landed, she started looking for a native to give it to. She eventually found a woman she could communicate with and offered her the bible as a gift. The woman burst into tears and then explained that she had been praying for a bible for an entire year. The grateful woman then looked through her purse for some money to give, but she only found a pen, and a pack of crackers, which she gave to the missionary.

    If it matters to you, it matters to God. He knows about the small things in your life that you wouldn't even pray about. When we get wrapped up in ourselves, we miss so much of what He has to offer. Delight yourself in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart (Psalm 37:4). Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you (Matthew 6:33). Place the Lord at the center of your life, and things like this will automatically begin to happen. He has the pen and the crackers waiting.

    Prayer: Heavenly Father, I seek Your face and a deeper relationship with You today. I know that You will take care of my needs and fulfill the desires of my heart. Lord, I put You first today. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!

    Note: Ladies, today is Thankful Thursday at the "Ladies in Distress" group (our RHM women's group)! You are welcome to join in our weekly sharing of thankfulness for the Lord's presence and any blessings you may have experienced, big or small! "Ladies in Distress" is a private group, so if you have any problems joining, just post anywhere and we will help you :). Here is the link: Ladies in Distress


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Kevin J. Eck
Kevin J. Eck Amen, Thank you Father for taking care of my Family and I!
April 28, 2022
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Schalk  de Beer
Schalk de Beer

Yes, amen Lord. 

April 28, 2022
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Brenda F
Brenda F

Amen

April 28, 2022
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Kay Collinsworth
Kay Collinsworth

Amen

April 28, 2022
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Narciso Salas
Narciso Salas

Amen. God you know my needs...please have mercy.

April 28, 2022
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Dana Rozell
Dana Rozell

Amen!

April 28, 2022
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Wanda Pennington
Wanda Pennington

Thank you Lord Jesus for everything daily. Thank You for taking care of me and the desires of my heart.  Amen and Amen 

April 28, 2022
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Yvette York
Yvette York

Amen Good Morning Everyone 

April 28, 2022
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David Krull
David Krull

Amen

April 28, 2022
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Patricia Walker
Patricia Walkeredited: April 28, 2022

AMEN.  Heavenly Father,  You are always first in my life. Without you, I am nothing.  I need You .  AMEN

April 28, 2022
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David  Earlywine
David Earlywine

You all have a wonderful day and Gods blessings. Amen 

April 28, 2022
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Richard Mondello
Richard Mondello

Father Yahweh we ask you in Lord Yeshua's name, Amen. 

April 28, 2022
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Scott Riegelmann
Scott Riegelmann

Amen

April 28, 2022
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Celeste Strenn
Celeste Strenn

Amen

April 28, 2022
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Cathy Webb
Cathy Webb

Yes, Pastor Dion, God has proved over and over His loving care through the tiniest of details in my life. Thank you, Lord! I seek Your face and a deeper relationship with You today. Amen

April 28, 2022
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Lynn Brown
Lynn Brown

Thank You Father for supplying all my needs! Amen.

April 28, 2022
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Cindy Holcomb
Cindy Holcomb

Amen ,thank you Lord.

April 28, 2022
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Marisa Jackson
Marisa Jackson

Amen!! Alleluia!! Amen!!

April 28, 2022
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Jose Simo
Jose Simo

Heavenly Father I always be thankful for all You have done for me in life, taking care and filling us with joy knowing that we are under Your wings to protect us from the enemy snares. We need Your love and blessings everyday, in Jesus Christ name I pray this, Amen. 

Thank you Pastor and Sylvia for your daily prayers and devotionals, God bless you both, Amen. 

April 28, 2022
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David Fabillaran
David Fabillaran

Amen Lord, I will put you first!

April 28, 2022
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Mari Kaufmann
Mari Kaufmann

God is wondrous Amen 

April 28, 2022
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Marilyn Salter
Marilyn Salter

Amen. The Lord is always blessing me and giving me all that I need. 

April 29, 2022
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Wesley Paulus
Wesley Paulus

Amen! 

April 29, 2022