Jesus Loves Me
And Jesus saith unto them, Yea; have ye never read, Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings thou hast perfected praise? (Matthew 21: 16)
Please listen to the children: http://youtu.be/KBALcN701NU
It’s all right to be human. When your mind wanders while you are praying, don’t be surprised or upset. Simply return your attention onto Jesus. Share a secret smile with Him, knowing He understands because He sees your heart. Rejoice in His love for you, which has no limits or conditions.
Intersperse peaceful moments throughout your day for this practice enables you to attain a quiet and gentle spirit, which is pleasing to our heavenly Father. As you learn to live in close contact with the Lord, the Light of His Presence will filter through you to bless others. Your weakness and woundedness are openings through which the Light of God’s glory shines forth. God’s Word says, “My strength is made perfect in (your) weakness (2 Corinthians 12: 9). Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; He will NEVER leave you nor forsake you” (Deuteronomy 31: 6)!
The Lord would say unto you…
“I want you to be all Mine. I am weaning you from other dependencies. Your security rests in Me alone– not in other people, things, or circumstances. I am always before you, beckoning you on, one step at a time. Trust Me to know what is best for you; I created you because I love you and have a plan for every day of your life!”
dailywordofdestiny 
From: drpaulrich@juno.com [mailto:drpaulrich@juno.com]
Sent: Sunday, January 15, 2012 9:53 AM
just passing this on
I wanted to share some good news from Capitol Hill! As you know, I
lead a ladies Bible study here in the Senate. One of my girls, Jordan,
invited us to a private screening of the movie “Courageous” here at
the Capitol sponsored by the Congressional Prayer Caucus. This
screening was open to members of Congress, Staff, and U.S. Capitol
Police and their families.
It’s highly unusual to be granted permission to show a movie when it’s
currently in Theaters.
You must understand that securing a room anywhere in the Capitol
complex is a royal pain in the neck.
– A room must be approved for use by the rules and ethics committee
– A member of Congress must make the request
– Once the room is secured, you have to ask one office to help turn on
the lights
– You need to call another person to bring a podium
– You need to call yet another department to bring a microphone
– You need to call another person to bring the cord for the mic to
secure it to the podium and to plug it in so it will work.
*(You can’t make this stuff up. I promise… it’s ridiculous)
About a year ago a friend asked me if I was aware of the Congressional
Prayer Caucus. (The Congressional Prayer Caucus is a group of 100
members of Congress who meet in a room just off the House floor to
pray once a week for upcoming votes.) I had never heard of it.
When I saw Jordan yesterday, I learned that not only is her dad a U.S.
Congressman from VA, but that he also CHAIRS the Congressional Prayer
Caucus. The CPC sponsored the screening of “Courageous,” and it was
paid for out of the personal funds of 10 members of Congress (i.e. no
tax payer money was involved).
My cyncial self was anticipating a handful of folks showing up for the
screening and at least one group of protestors. I was STUNNED when I
arrived in the Jefferson Auditorium in the Library of Congress to see
the place packed. There had to have been 300-350 people there. The
Capitol Hill Police Chief was present. I spotted one USCP Officer who
brought his wife and all 10 of his children (who were more
well-behaved than a lot of adults I know). From my spot, I counted
about 35-40 members of Congress, including one Senator. I was later
told that 90 members of Congress had RSVPd, and many stood in the back
but left early for previous commitments.
As we watched the film, I was even more SHOCKED to hear the gospel
CLEARLY proclaimed. No one made any apologies. The member sitting in
front of me cried throughout the entire movie.
As soon as it was over, there was an immediate standing ovation from
the audience. No protesting. Then, to my delight, the writer of
“Courageous” and the lead actor were introduced *(they were in the
audience the entire time). Another standing ovation for them… I
couldn’t believe it. We had three separate standing o’s. I leaned over
to my friend Hannah and said, “I’m sorry, am I in the U.S. Capitol or
am I at church?”
The chief of staff for Congressman Forbes ( Jordan ‘s Dad) told me
that I wouldn’t believe the hours of prayer soaked into this evening.
By the time they had reserved the room, opened up tunnels, and paid
the Capitol Police overtime, it cost about $5,000 to pull this off – and
about 10 members of Congress paid for this out-of-pocket.
There was no doubt that God was present in that room and that the
message in the movie “Courageous” resonated with many people. Eternal
things took place.
I know all of you care and are praying for our country. Know that YOUR
prayers are being heard and being answered. God is not finished with
us yet. He is still here and His remnant remains in the halls of our
government. AMEN.
Sarah
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Dr. Paul Richardson
2800 Blendwell Rd
Richmond, VA 23224
By: dailywordofdestiny on January 15, 2012
at 4:56 pm
How I praise the LORD! Forever and I ever I will praise His most Wonderful and glorious name! THANK YOU LORD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
By: Connie on January 15, 2012
at 5:26 pm