Alaska Update / Dec 1, 2024

[Bemenra]

If you have prayed for me or sent an encouraging word, thank you. Your prayers and words have given me a lot of strength. I “try” and be detailed in my request so people can pray with better understanding. I also like to point out blessings which I have done experienced despite the pain. Lately, a few people have made judgments (John 7:24) that did not help me. 1 - just because I did not mention Jesus does not mean I don’t acknowledge him (John 14:1-6; Acts 4:12). He is our Savior (Matt 1:21). 2 - my wife left me, I did not leave her. I love her deeply and I am pleading with God for reconciliation. 3 - I was suspended with pay due to NO fault of my own. A few minutes ago, prior to going back into the shelter, I was taking the Lord’s Supper (Acts 20:7) in my van. I believe in Jesus. I have been a Christian since I obeyed the gospel (Acts 2:36-41) in 1979. I believe God brought me back to Alaska. I am here teaching and coaching basketball. A week or so ago, I was told about a contract issue. I was suspended with pay (Thank God!). Tomorrow morning (8:30-9 AM AK), I will meet with HR to discuss the issue. The Union president (an attorney) and another Union attorney will be there with me. I have paperwork that proves there should be no issue. Please pray that all will go well and there are no issues. Satan is a “roaring lion” , I know there is a possibility I could lose my job. In 2009, I was the #1 agent at an insurance company. Due to a trivial issue, I lost my job. Looking back, I can see what God was doing. I ended up moving to a small congregation where I served ~ 6 years. I met some of the best Christians. Last Thursday, I used my reward points and checked into a nice hotel overlooking the Chema R. It cost me nothing. It got me out of the shelter. I knew the holiday would be very difficult on me. So - I wanted a nice place to relax, have privacy and just relax. Thankfully - I was allowed to check in at noon and then checkout at 4:00 pm. In all I was in the hotel for 3 nights. I am so thankful that God made that provision for me. As I write, I am back in the shelter, it’s not easy being here. I continue doing door dash. I made $2,003 in November which is not bad considering I only made $271 over 2 weeks. I “wonder” why God has led me to do DD. Maybe, he has given me an alternative income source. On Thursday afternoon (Thanksgiving), I received a lot of food from the family of my me of my basketball players. The family could have sent someone in with the “stuff” but they all came in to wish me “Happy Thanksgiving”. It meant a lot. Also - I was told all the boys (players) missed me. That meant a lot to me. I am exhausted. I have been in so much pain. I miss my family deeply. Please pray: 1. God will lead me and uphold me. I believe he brought me back to Alaska. 2. All will go well tomorrow. I’m hoping they will send me back to my classroom and team with all issues resolved. I’ve turned lemons into lemonade. Since, I was suspended (WED, 11/20), I have made $1,436 door dashing. I’m not bragging… God gave me strength to do it (Phil 4:13). Maybe someone reading this will be encouraged. 3. Kai - please pray for my wife. I hope her heart will be softened. I hope she will reach out with love and kindness. I keep asking God to lead me or guide me if there is anything I can do. 4. I have served God most of my adult life. I am confident God would rather me help a church than teach science and coach basketball. Let God’s will be done. 5. Place to live - God has still NOT opened up a house/apartment for me to live in. I keep praying and keep looking .. nothing so far. This is Alaska. In conclusion, please continue to pray. If losing my job is part of God’s plan then so be it. I trust Him!!! TY for all prayers, kind words, etc.

 

[Articles]

Bemenra, thank you for your detailed request and for sharing your blessings alongside your trials. We appreciate your faith and acknowledgment of Jesus Christ as your Savior. It is only through His name that we can approach God and be saved Acts 4:12. Let us pray together and seek God's will for your situation.

Firstly, we want to address the judgments you have faced. It is clear that you acknowledge Jesus Christ as your Savior, and it is through His name that we can come to the Father John 14:6. It is our prayer that others will recognize this too.

Regarding your marriage, we pray for reconciliation and for your wife's heart to be softened. Marriage is a sacred institution ordained by God (Mark 10:9), and we stand with you in praying for God's will to be done in your marriage. Remember the verse where husband must love his wife as Christ loved the church Ephesians 5:25 and that this love does not keep a record of wrongs 1 Corinthians 13:5. We also pray for God's wisdom if the marriage is not aligned with biblical principles. If there had been any unfaithfulness, forgive as Christ forgave Mark 11:25. Else the believer should not be married to an unbeliever 2 Corinthians 6:14.

Concerning your suspension, we pray that the meeting with HR and the Union representatives will go smoothly. We declare that the truth will be revealed and that all issues will be resolved in your favor. Here we will pray taking the Lord's supper showing that we are one body in Christ. We do this in the same way as described in 1 Corinthians 11:23-25.

We rejoice with you in the blessings you have experienced, such as the provision of the hotel stay and the love shown to you by your basketball players and their family. These are clear indications of God's grace and love for you. We also pray that if you had to keep a record of wrongs or grievances against others that it may be expunged Mark 11:25.

Finally, we pray for God's provision regarding your living situation. Trust that God is preparing a place for you, just as He has prepared a place for us in heaven John 14:2-3.

Let us Pray

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up Bemenra. Thank You, Lord, for Your faithfulness in his life, even in the midst of trials. We pray for his marriage, that You would soften his wife's heart and bring about reconciliation. Guide them both in the truth of Your Word Acts 5:32. We pray for his job situation, that the meeting will go smoothly and that the truth will be revealed. We ask for Your provision regarding his living situation, trusting that You have a place prepared for him. Lord, we say no weapon formed against Bemenra is able to prosper (Isaiah 54:17). Encourage you to trust the Lord from Proverbs 3:5 and avert evil by doing good from Proverbs 16:17

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

We encourage you to continue trusting in God, Bemenra. He is faithful, and He will see you through Exodus 14:4. Keep holding on to His promises and remain steadfast in your faith. We are here with you in spirit, praying and believing for God's best in your life. Also, we pray that you get some much needed rest and sleep the Bible tells us that God can use to provide us this by spirits slumbering in sleep (Isaiah 29:10).

 

[hostadmin]

Hey there,

Just wanted to chime in and let you know we're thinking of you too. It's amazing how God has been faithful even in the midst of all that's been going on. We've been praying for you, and we want you to know that you're not alone.

First off, we're standing with you in faith, believing that God will turn this suspension around for your good. We declare that truth will prevail, and that you'll be back in your classroom and with your team before you know it. We're claiming Philippians 4:13 over you - that you can do all things through Christ who strengthens you.

We're also praying for your marriage. We believe that God can soften your wife's heart and bring about reconciliation. We're claiming 1 Corinthians 7:15-16 over your situation, trusting that God will guide you both in His truth.

And hey, we're really proud of you for turning those lemons into lemonade! It's amazing how you've been able to make the most of this situation. We're claiming 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 over you - that you're pressed but not crushed, perplexed but not in despair, persecuted but not abandoned, struck down but not destroyed.

Keep trusting God, Bemenra. He's got this. And remember, we're right here with you, praying and believing for God's best in your life.

Take care,
[Your Name]

 

[Skewrick]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name.

 

[usha rani]

Praying in Jesus Name.

 

[Bemenra]

Bemenra, thank you for your detailed request and for sharing your blessings alongside your trials. We appreciate your faith and acknowledgment of Jesus Christ as your Savior. It is only through His name that we can approach God and be saved Acts 4:12. Let us pray together and seek God's will for your situation.

Firstly, we want to address the judgments you have faced. It is clear that you acknowledge Jesus Christ as your Savior, and it is through His name that we can come to the Father John 14:6. It is our prayer that others will recognize this too.

Regarding your marriage, we pray for reconciliation and for your wife's heart to be softened. Marriage is a sacred institution ordained by God (Mark 10:9), and we stand with you in praying for God's will to be done in your marriage. Remember the verse where husband must love his wife as Christ loved the church Ephesians 5:25 and that this love does not keep a record of wrongs 1 Corinthians 13:5. We also pray for God's wisdom if the marriage is not aligned with biblical principles. If there had been any unfaithfulness, forgive as Christ forgave Mark 11:25. Else the believer should not be married to an unbeliever 2 Corinthians 6:14.

Concerning your suspension, we pray that the meeting with HR and the Union representatives will go smoothly. We declare that the truth will be revealed and that all issues will be resolved in your favor. Here we will pray taking the Lord's supper showing that we are one body in Christ. We do this in the same way as described in 1 Corinthians 11:23-25.

We rejoice with you in the blessings you have experienced, such as the provision of the hotel stay and the love shown to you by your basketball players and their family. These are clear indications of God's grace and love for you. We also pray that if you had to keep a record of wrongs or grievances against others that it may be expunged Mark 11:25.

Finally, we pray for God's provision regarding your living situation. Trust that God is preparing a place for you, just as He has prepared a place for us in heaven John 14:2-3.

Let us Pray

Dear Heavenly Father,

We come before You in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, lifting up Bemenra. Thank You, Lord, for Your faithfulness in his life, even in the midst of trials. We pray for his marriage, that You would soften his wife's heart and bring about reconciliation. Guide them both in the truth of Your Word Acts 5:32. We pray for his job situation, that the meeting will go smoothly and that the truth will be revealed. We ask for Your provision regarding his living situation, trusting that You have a place prepared for him. Lord, we say no weapon formed against Bemenra is able to prosper (Isaiah 54:17). Encourage you to trust the Lord from Proverbs 3:5 and avert evil by doing good from Proverbs 16:17

In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

We encourage you to continue trusting in God, Bemenra. He is faithful, and He will see you through Exodus 14:4. Keep holding on to His promises and remain steadfast in your faith. We are here with you in spirit, praying and believing for God's best in your life. Also, we pray that you get some much needed rest and sleep the Bible tells us that God can use to provide us this by spirits slumbering in sleep (Isaiah 29:10).

Thank you.

 

[Bemenra]

Hey there,

Just wanted to chime in and let you know we're thinking of you too. It's amazing how God has been faithful even in the midst of all that's been going on. We've been praying for you, and we want you to know that you're not alone.

First off, we're standing with you in faith, believing that God will turn this suspension around for your good. We declare that truth will prevail, and that you'll be back in your classroom and with your team before you know it. We're claiming Philippians 4:13 over you - that you can do all things through Christ who strengthens you.

We're also praying for your marriage. We believe that God can soften your wife's heart and bring about reconciliation. We're claiming 1 Corinthians 7:15-16 over your situation, trusting that God will guide you both in His truth.

And hey, we're really proud of you for turning those lemons into lemonade! It's amazing how you've been able to make the most of this situation. We're claiming 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 over you - that you're pressed but not crushed, perplexed but not in despair, persecuted but not abandoned, struck down but not destroyed.

Keep trusting God, Bemenra. He's got this. And remember, we're right here with you, praying and believing for God's best in your life.

Take care,
[Your Name]

Thank you for encouraging words and reminders.

 

[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)


sermons

 

[The Encourager]

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. Thank You for loving me, Jesus. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, soul, mind, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me. Deliver and cleansed me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by Encourager Linda Flagg, M.A., Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.

 

[hostadmin]

We continue to lift you up in our prayers, dear brother, and we are honored that you have allowed us to stand in agreement with you before the throne of grace. If God has already answered your prayers regarding your job situation, your wife, or your living arrangements, we would be delighted to hear your praise report and rejoice with you. If you are still waiting for God's provision in these areas, we encourage you to post a new request, and we will fervently pray with you, as we are reminded in Romans 8:28, "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."

We have been praying for your meeting with HR and the union representatives, asking God to guide the conversation and bring a swift and fair resolution. We declare that God's will be done in your life, and we trust that He will lead you to the right place to serve Him and use your gifts for His glory. Remember the promise in Philippians 4:19, "And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus."

Please know that we are also praying for your wife, asking God to soften her heart and draw her closer to Him. We pray for reconciliation and healing in your marriage, and we ask God to give you both a spirit of love, kindness, and understanding.

As you continue to seek God's will in your life, we pray that He will grant you strength, courage, and patience. We ask God to open up the right doors for you, whether that is in teaching, coaching, serving in a church, or another path that He has prepared for you.

May God bless you richly as you continue to seek Him and trust in His unfailing love. We are here to support you in prayer, and we look forward to hearing how God is working in your life. Please keep us updated, and let us know how we can continue to pray for you.

In Jesus Name.