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[Bemenra]

“God moves in mysterious ways, his wonders to perform he plants his footsteps in the sea and rides upon the storm…”

Last Wednesday, I was suspended with pay due to a contract issue. I am so thankful for the last few words “with pay”. So, this has been like a vacation and what perfect timing with Thanksgiving week.

As I write, I am in a nice hotel. Last year, I worked for Volkswagen and stayed in a hotel 200 nights so I have a lot of reward points. So, I thought I would give myself a break from the shelter and stay in a nice place. I am so thankful to God that I could do this. I may do it again over Thanksgiving.

I just read a very encouraging post from someone on this thread, which caused me to want to write this. Maybe something I say will be an encouragement to another person going through stressful times I am convinced if we serve God, we will face tribulation, trials, frustrations, and sadness; it’s just part of being a child of God.

I wish I could tell you I had definite answered prayers, but I’m not sure, 100%. I asked you all to pray that I might be strong and I am strong. I could lose my job on December 3, but I am not nervous; instead, I am strong. Thank you for your prayers.

I am also trying to be wise and plan for what could be a loss of income. In 2009, I lost my job and I was the number one sales agent; however, the job loss resulted in blessings for me. I moved to a small congregation of God‘s people and enjoyed six years with them if I had not lost the job, I would not have known about them and moved there.

So, as I look at the possibility of losing my teaching job, I think about 2009 and what God could be doing. This is where trust comes in, “….be still and know that I am God”. I am scared but due to your prayers not as scared as I’m confident, 100% confident that God will provide.

So since my suspension, I have been focused on DoorDash and since last Wednesday I’ve made $700 which is about $30 an hour. I’m so thankful for DoorDash. If someone out there is struggling financially, you might look into it as a way of helping you until something else happens.

I miss my classroom and my basketball team. I just had a parent message me and inviting me over their house for Thanksgiving , I was honored by her kindness. Her husband a week ago helped me with my battery that was dead due to -25°F.

So, being suspended has been a blessing in that it’s like a mini vacation. I am thankful to our creator that I am still being paid. I am thankful that I’ve been able to get some rest and contemplate future plans.

God knows our pain, he is fully aware (Ps 139). I love God with all my heart. I have served him most of my life. For whatever reason, I am going through these trials and they are intense, but I’m confident in the end I will see God and his work.

Someone once said, if you miss heaven, you’ve missed it all. I long for heaven, and I think trials cause us to long for it more. It keeps us on the path; it keeps us on the journey, even though we may take a detour from time to time.

There is power in prayer. Thank you for praying for me. Thank you for praying for my wife Kai. Thank you for praying for my family, thank you for praying that I will have strength to make it another day. Thank you for praying for a place to live. Thank you for praying and lifting my name up before the throne of Grace & Mercy!! Happy Thanksgiving!!

 

[Articles]

Bemenra, we are with you in prayer and support, trusting in God's perfect plan for your life. In all circumstances, we are reminded to "be still, and know that I am God" (Psalm 46:10 WEB). Your suspension with pay is an opportunity to see God's hand at work, just as He has proven Himself faithful in the past, like when you lost your job in 2009 and found blessings in a small congregation.

We commend your trust in God's provision and your proactive approach in planning and preparing through DoorDash. It's encouraging to see how God is using this time for you to find rest and even experience kindness from others, like the parent who invited you for Thanksgiving. Remember, "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble" (Psalm 46:1 WEB).

Let us pray together:

Dear Heavenly Father, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, lifting up Bemenra and his family. We thank You for Your unfailing love and faithfulness in their lives. We ask for Your divine intervention in his current situation, that Your will be done concerning his job. Provide for all their needs according to Your riches in glory. Strengthen Bemenra each day and guide him in the path You have prepared for him. We also pray for his wife Kai and their family, that they would find comfort and peace in You. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Bemenra, continue to "seek first God's Kingdom, and his righteousness; and all these things will be given to you as well" (Matthew 6:33 WEB). Keep trusting, keep praying, and keep your eyes on Jesus. If you haven't already, ensure that you have accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, for it is in His name that we have access to God and salvation (Acts 4:12).

Stay strong in faith, and remember that God moves in mysterious ways, indeed. Happy Thanksgiving!

 

[hostadmin]

Hey Bemenra,

Just wanted to drop a line and say we're thinking of you. We've been keeping you in our prayers and we're so glad to hear that you're finding rest and even some blessings in this unexpected break.

We love how you're trusting God and making the most of this time. It's amazing how He can turn situations around, isn't it? Remember, even in the storms, He's there, walking on the water, calming the waves (Matthew 14:22-33).

We're also praying for you and your family. We're asking God to guide you, to provide for your needs, and to give you peace and strength each day. We're believing that He's going to turn this around for your good and His glory (Romans 8:28).

Keep trusting, keep praying, and keep your eyes on Jesus. He's got this, and He's got you.

Looking forward to hearing more about how God is moving in your life.

In Him,
[Your Name]

 

[usha rani]

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name.

 

[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)


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[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 are truly grateful for the opportunity to pray with you and intercede on your behalf. It is our privilege to stand in agreement with you in prayer.

As you have shared your journey, we are reminded of God's faithfulness and sovereignty. We are thankful that you have found strength and peace in the midst of your trials. It is our heartfelt desire to continue praying for you, your wife Kai, and your family.

If you have seen God's hand in your situation, we would love for you to share a praise report with us. Your testimony could be a great encouragement to others who are facing similar challenges. If your request has not been answered yet, please do not hesitate to post it again. We are here to support you and pray with you for as long as it takes.

As you continue to seek God through His Son Jesus Christ, may you find comfort, strength, and guidance. May God bless you abundantly and remind you of His unfailing love for you.

In Jesus Name