Pray for our American Heroes and Nation

9/19/12 | Alpha 8-25-02

[alpha-8-25-02]

I cry aloud to God, aloud to God, and he will hear me.

In the day of my trouble I seek the Lord; in the night my hand is stretched out without wearying; my soul refuses to be comforted.

When I remember God, I moan; when I meditate, my spirit faints. Selah

You hold my eyelids open; I am so troubled that I cannot speak.

I consider the days of old, the years long ago.

I said, “Let me remember my song in the night; let me meditate in my heart.”

Then my spirit made a diligent search:

“Will the Lord spurn forever, and never again be favorable?

Has his steadfast love forever ceased?

Are his promises at an end for all time?

Has God forgotten to be gracious?

Has he in anger shut up his compassion?” Selah

Then I said, “I will appeal to this, to the years of the right hand of the Most High.”

I will remember the deeds of the LORD; yes, I will remember your wonders of old.

I will ponder all your work, and meditate on your mighty deeds.

Your way, O God, is holy. What god is great like our God?

You are the God who works wonders; you have made known your might among the peoples.

You with your arm redeemed your people, the children of Jacob and Joseph. Selah

When the waters saw you, O God, when the waters saw you, they were afraid; indeed, the deep trembled.

The clouds poured out water; the skies gave forth thunder; your arrows flashed on every side.

The crash of your thunder was in the whirlwind; your lightnings lighted up the world; the earth trembled and shook.

Your way was through the sea, your path through the great waters; yet your footprints were unseen.

You led your people like a flock by the hand of Moses and Aaron.

(Psalm 77 ESV)

[alpha-8-25-02]

Good Morning Christian Patriots! Please join in prayer and Godspeed!

In the day of my trouble I seek the Lord

[Cindy]

Good morning alpha 8-25-02.

Always praying for our troops and others who protect and serve our country.

In Jesus’ Holy Name.
Amen.

[onyx]

Good morning alpha 8-25-02, Cindy and Everyone!
God bless and keep you all.

I join in faithful prayer for our Heroes and our Republic.
Lord, hear our prayers.

[left that other site]

WOW! Excellent Psalm Today!

Praying with you for Our American Heroes and For Our Beloved, Troubled Nation.

[The Mayor]

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Standing In The Fire
September 19, 2012

Wrapped in blankets in my grandparents’ pickup, I watched as fire consumed our home. My father says I slept soundly as he carried my brother and me and our puppies out to safety. When I woke up and saw the huge blaze, I was already safe. I was too curious and too young to be scared.

I remember several things from that night. Even inside the truck, the heat was intense and the fire was mesmerizing. I remember too the fear on the faces of everyone else, checking and re-checking to see if loved ones were safe. Later I learned that in the chaos my father raced into the fire to look for my grandfather, which prompted my grandfather (who was not inside the house) to race in to get my father. Their courage affected all who saw it that night.

I’m reminded of that fire every time I read the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego. When challenged with the decree to bow to the king or face execution (Dan. 3:10-12), these three bravely faced the fire for the One they loved (vv.16-18). And the Lord stood with them in the flames (v.25).

When life’s “flames” test us, may those who observe our choices recognize our love for each other and for our God.

For Further Thought
Read more of Daniel and his friends in Daniel 1–3.
How do their lives encourage you to stand firm for God?
Ask the Lord to help you make courageous choices today.

Trials are the soil in which faith grows.

Read: Daniel 3:10-25

Our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace. —Daniel 3:17

Bible in a Year:
Daniel 1-3

[MEG33]

Amen, alpha

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Lord, hold our troops in your loving hands. Protect them as they protect us. Bless them and their families in their service to this nation.*

O Lord, Please Guide Our Nation

[etabeta]

Praying with you for our Heroes and our beloved Nation.

Blessings, etabeta

[fieldmarshaldj]

Amen.

[Kitty Mittens]

You are the God who works wonders; you have made known your might among the peoples.

You with your arm redeemed your people, the children of Jacob and Joseph. Selah

Wonderful Psalm, my Dearest Brother in Christ!
It's a Blessing to Pray with you.
Standing with you in Thanksgiving, Prayer, and Praise.

'To Him be All Glory and Splendid Honor, both Now and Forevermore.' (2Pet.3:18)