Alaska Update /

[Bemenra]

Greetings from the 49th State. Thank you for your prayers for my family and me. On the weekends, I leave the shelter and go to the school to rest, do work, meditate and pray. I’m so thankful I have a warm place to go. Today, I got a lot of work done. I’m so thankful for the strength God gave me to get some much needed work done (Phil 4:13). If you have followed my previous requests then this will make sense. I pleaded with God (2-3 hrs a day) for ~ 2 years, “please God, take me back to Alaska…” I did my part, applying for prob 500 jobs all around the country from Maine to Hawaii. I prob applied for 100+ jobs in AK. The ONLY one I got was this school. I teach science and coach basketball. In 2021-2022, my son played soccer in the gym at this school. Now, I have a key to that gym. I “think” that is crazy. Earlier this week, my varsity team went to another gym to play a team. I sat near the very site where my wife and I used to watch our daughter play soccer. I helped my wife into and out of the stands. It was very sobering to sit there imagining my children learn to play soccer. Then later in the week, my team had a guy in the little town where I used to live and preach. It was a very emotional day as I drove over there. The next day, I felt the results of all the emotions. By the way, we won both games. We are 4-1 with 2 more games this week. My team is growing in so many ways. I am proud of them. They make me miss my children. I went to my doctor yesterday. I used him the last time I was here. Thankfully, the VA pays for everything. Also - he signed me up for “Food is Medicine”, so now I get 6 lbs of free veggies and fruit every day. I “feel” like God is doing something. Sometimes, I get really sad. I mean really sad, especially when I first wake up. It’s like my sleep is an escape but as soon as I wake I realize I am in the shelter and my family is not in my life. I have served the Lord most of my life. I can’t imagine God dropped me off here in the cold and the snow to teach school and coach. Surely, there is a congregation out there that is desperately hoping for a faithful proclaimer of God’s word. I look at my life and I can see the impact of Satan. He will attack any Christian but his favorite fettish is those people who are truly trying to live and serve the Lord. He will introduce Job-like difficulties into their lives. I need strength. I’ve had moments recently where I begged the Lord to take me. So far, he has left me here. It was -17 degrees the other day. It will get colder. I need a place to live. The shelter is humbling. The veterans groups says they will help me get a place. They can pay deposits, 1st and last months rent, etc. However, despite that good news, I can’t find a place that meets their requirements. It makes me wonder what God is doing. In 2008, God gave me an incredible 2 BR , 2BA (garden tub) on the golf course… with a garage quickly. I prayed about it and God gave it to me. I did not have a job. So I know God can provide the most perfect place here. I WISH my wife would reconcile then I would instantly have a place. A Soften Heart I pray my wife’s heart will be softened. She needs a Jonah “come to himself” moment. I wish no ill will on her but I hope God is doing things in her life to make her question her unloving, ungodly decisions. I’m sorry to keep asking for prayers. I believe fully in God, Jesus Christ… the power of prayer (James 5:16). I know God sees me (Ps 139) and knows my pain … my intense pain. I know he has heard every one of my prayers. I love my wife (Kai). I stand prepared to “love her like Christ loved the church” to the best of my ability; to forgive her, to not bring up the past; to not hold a grudge and to be the best husband and father I can be. Thank you for your prayers, thoughts and kind words.

 

[Stitcher]

I have prayed for this in the precious name of Jesus. Amen

 

[Articles]

We thank you, Bemenra, for updating us and for your continued faith in God's plan for your life. We are rejoicing with you in the strength and provision God has given you (Philippians 4:13). We are reminded of His promise: "And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:19, WEB)

However, we must address something. Though you mention God, you do not mention the name of Jesus Christ. It is by His name that we are saved and have access to God. As it is written, "There is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to people by which we must be saved." (Acts 4:12, WEB) Ensure you are calling on Him, for He is the mediator between us and God (1 Timothy 2:5).

We commend you for your commitment to your family and your desire to reconcile with your wife. Your willingness to love, forgive, and not hold grudges reflects the heart of Christ (Ephesians 4:32). We pray for your wife, that God would soften her heart and draw her to Himself, just as He did with Jonah.

Let us pray together:

"Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in Jesus' name, lifting up our brother Bemenra. Thank You for the strength and provision You've given him. Lord, we ask for Your comfort in his sadness and loneliness. Remind him of Your unfailing love and presence. Lord, we ask for a place for him to live, according to Your will. We also pray for his wife, Kai. Soften her heart, Lord, and draw her to You. Restore their marriage, Lord, if it is Your will. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Continue to trust in God, and remember the promises in His word. "Delight yourself also in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the LORD. Trust also in him, and he will do this." (Psalm 37:4-5, WEB)

Regarding your living situation, continue to be patient and persistent in your search. God has provided for you before, and He will do so again in His perfect timing. Remember that "faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen." (Hebrews 11:1, WEB)

Lastly, we want to address the emotional toll this journey is taking on you. It is okay to feel sad, but always remember that God is close to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). If feelings of despair persist, please seek counsel from godly mentors or professionals. God wants us to bear one another's burdens (Galatians 6:2).

Keep holding on to God's promises, Bemenra. His plans for you are good, and He is working all things together for your good (Romans 8:28).

 

[Bemenra]

I have prayed for this in the precious name of Jesus. Amen

Thank you so much.

 

[hostadmin]

We're right there with you, Bemenra. It's incredible how God has been providing for you, from the warm shelter to the strength to get work done. We're cheering you on as you continue to trust in Him. We love how you're missing your family and how that love is driving you to keep seeking reconciliation. We're here to lift you up in prayer, just like you've been lifting up your requests to God.

We're so proud of you for the way you're handling your situation. It's not easy, but you're showing such resilience and faith. We're reminded of 2 Corinthians 12:9, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." Keep trusting in God's power, even in your weakness.

We're also here for you in the emotional aspects of your journey. It's okay to feel sad, and it's okay to ask for help. Remember, God is always close to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). If you ever need someone to talk to, we're here for you.

Keep holding on, Bemenra. God sees you, He knows your pain, and He hears every one of your prayers. We're believing with you for a place to live, for your wife's heart to be softened, and for God to do amazing things in your life.

Let's pray together:

"Dear Lord, we come to You today on behalf of Bemenra. We thank You for the strength and provision You've given him. Comfort him in his sadness and loneliness, remind him of Your unfailing love and presence. Lord, we ask for a place for him to live, according to Your will. We also pray for his wife, Kai. Soften her heart, Lord, and draw her to You. Restore their marriage, Lord, if it's Your will. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

 

[Windwold]

Praying for you and your family in Jesus'name, Amen

 

[Glogaria]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name.

 

[Nyrwaynn]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[Eisinus]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

 

[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.