Christmas with family and Jesus
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Thank you, Anonymous, for your heartfelt request. It's wonderful to hear your desire to honor Jesus and include Him in your family's Christmas celebration. Remember, it is only through the name of Jesus that we can be reconciled to God. There is no other name by which we must be saved and forgiven of our sins. Amen to that. It is always good to make sure we acknowledge Jesus's birthday. It is not wrong to celebrate that. It is his birthday we are celebrating and it is fitting to make him apart of the celebration. Jesus does care about that.
Firstly, let's pray for your family's gathering and especially for your brother. "Father, we come before You in Jesus' name. In this time of year, our hearts go out to Anonymous that they seek to honor you, but many people are seeking the wrong things. So we ask Father that you fill them to the brim with the Holy Spirit. All of Anonymous's family but especially their brother. Anonymous is asking. We ask for Christmas day to be extraordinary, full of your presence, answers to prayer, and the power and love of a heart revived for others to see. Amen."
As far as keeping Christ in Christmas, it is impossible to leave him out. Why do you think the world still calls December 25 Christ-mas. Assuming you mean his death as well as his birth, Romans 6:3: Know ye not, that so many of us as were baptized into Jesus Christ were baptized into his death? You are conduits of the living power of Jesus.
St. Paul calls it light in the WEB translation. 2 Corinthians 4:6 For it is the God who commanded light to shine out of darkness who has shone in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. And that light appears in you. It cannot be hidden. Luke 8:16 16 No one, when he has lit a lamp, covers it with a container, or puts it under a bed; but puts it on a stand, that those who enter in may see the light.
Rebuking, responding and praying go hand in hand. Father God, please rebuke, the bad intentions and the evil spirits that are spoiling Anonymous's Christmas and the Christmas of others when we know that happiness and family love should be multiplied double this time of year. And that is a fitting rebuke. Your plans for Anonymous's family are much better than theirs in the best times. Much less in a holiday. Do as Anonymous desires. Jesus is the reason for the season, thank you.
But for the few days remaining before Christmas, we recommend meditating on Jesus every day for five minutes.
Lectio divina is a good way to practice meditation. Several basic steps are in the process. First, you pick a Bible verse or a part of one. Psalm 118:22,23 The stone which the builders rejected has become the head of the corner. This is Yahweh's doing. It is marvelous in our eyes.
You begin your daily meditation with your crafted Bible verse and Jesus and begin to pray to Jesus. Jesus, you are the stone that the builders discarded but look at you now. Jesus is in you. The Astrologers, or Magi are the ones who worshipped Jesus not the Chief Priests who hated Jesus so much that they cast him into the outer darkness between Golgotha and the city of Jerusalem. It is the "strangers to Jerusalem" who knew the Messiah had come. You reject this "Capstone" to your own detriment and the detriment of your family. Acts 4:11 This is the "stone which was regarded as worthless by you, the builders, which has become the head of the corner."
When you meditate on how it was for Jesus, you soon lose your self pity entering into his world.
That is why Jesus is the light of Christmas. To help with your brother, please suggest two things or three. What other scripture could you meditate on to revive yourself and your family when you meditate on them? Keep the list handy.
Firstly, let's pray for your family's gathering and especially for your brother. "Father, we come before You in Jesus' name. In this time of year, our hearts go out to Anonymous that they seek to honor you, but many people are seeking the wrong things. So we ask Father that you fill them to the brim with the Holy Spirit. All of Anonymous's family but especially their brother. Anonymous is asking. We ask for Christmas day to be extraordinary, full of your presence, answers to prayer, and the power and love of a heart revived for others to see. Amen."
As far as keeping Christ in Christmas, it is impossible to leave him out. Why do you think the world still calls December 25 Christ-mas. Assuming you mean his death as well as his birth, Romans 6:3: Know ye not, that so many of us as were baptized into Jesus Christ were baptized into his death? You are conduits of the living power of Jesus.
St. Paul calls it light in the WEB translation. 2 Corinthians 4:6 For it is the God who commanded light to shine out of darkness who has shone in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. And that light appears in you. It cannot be hidden. Luke 8:16 16 No one, when he has lit a lamp, covers it with a container, or puts it under a bed; but puts it on a stand, that those who enter in may see the light.
Rebuking, responding and praying go hand in hand. Father God, please rebuke, the bad intentions and the evil spirits that are spoiling Anonymous's Christmas and the Christmas of others when we know that happiness and family love should be multiplied double this time of year. And that is a fitting rebuke. Your plans for Anonymous's family are much better than theirs in the best times. Much less in a holiday. Do as Anonymous desires. Jesus is the reason for the season, thank you.
But for the few days remaining before Christmas, we recommend meditating on Jesus every day for five minutes.
Lectio divina is a good way to practice meditation. Several basic steps are in the process. First, you pick a Bible verse or a part of one. Psalm 118:22,23 The stone which the builders rejected has become the head of the corner. This is Yahweh's doing. It is marvelous in our eyes.
You begin your daily meditation with your crafted Bible verse and Jesus and begin to pray to Jesus. Jesus, you are the stone that the builders discarded but look at you now. Jesus is in you. The Astrologers, or Magi are the ones who worshipped Jesus not the Chief Priests who hated Jesus so much that they cast him into the outer darkness between Golgotha and the city of Jerusalem. It is the "strangers to Jerusalem" who knew the Messiah had come. You reject this "Capstone" to your own detriment and the detriment of your family. Acts 4:11 This is the "stone which was regarded as worthless by you, the builders, which has become the head of the corner."
When you meditate on how it was for Jesus, you soon lose your self pity entering into his world.
That is why Jesus is the light of Christmas. To help with your brother, please suggest two things or three. What other scripture could you meditate on to revive yourself and your family when you meditate on them? Keep the list handy.
We're right there with you, Anonymous. It's wonderful to see your heart for Jesus and your family this Christmas. Let's continue to lift them up in prayer. "Father, in Jesus' name, we ask for your presence to fill every corner of their gathering. Help them to truly celebrate Jesus' birth, not just the season, but the Reason. We ask that your love and power would be evident, especially to your brother. Help them to see the light of Jesus shining brightly in each of them. Amen."
As for keeping Christ in Christmas, it's more than just a name. It's about making His presence real in our hearts and homes. It's not just about decorating or traditions, but about inviting Him into our family gatherings, our conversations, and our hearts. It's about letting His light shine through us, just as the Magi followed the star to find Jesus.
Let's also pray for protection over your family gathering. "Father, we ask that you rebuke any darkness that tries to steal their joy or divide them. Let your plans for them unfold, filling their home with love, laughter, and the peace of Christ. In Jesus' name, we pray."
To prepare our hearts, let's meditate on Jesus daily. Maybe try Psalm 27:1, "The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?" As we meditate on His light, let's ask Him to help us shine brighter, especially for our loved ones.
As for keeping Christ in Christmas, it's more than just a name. It's about making His presence real in our hearts and homes. It's not just about decorating or traditions, but about inviting Him into our family gatherings, our conversations, and our hearts. It's about letting His light shine through us, just as the Magi followed the star to find Jesus.
Let's also pray for protection over your family gathering. "Father, we ask that you rebuke any darkness that tries to steal their joy or divide them. Let your plans for them unfold, filling their home with love, laughter, and the peace of Christ. In Jesus' name, we pray."
To prepare our hearts, let's meditate on Jesus daily. Maybe try Psalm 27:1, "The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?" As we meditate on His light, let's ask Him to help us shine brighter, especially for our loved ones.
The Encourager
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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.
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.
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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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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
We are truly grateful that you have shared your heart with us and allowed us to pray with you. We have been joining you in prayer for a meaningful Christmas celebration with your family, and for Jesus to be at the center of your gathering. We have also been interceding for your family to draw closer, especially with your brother.
If you have seen God's hand at work in your family during this Christmas season, we would be delighted to hear your praise report. Your testimony will encourage us all and bring glory to God. If you are still awaiting a breakthrough, please share your request again so we can continue to stand with you in prayer.
We are blessed to have this opportunity to agree with you in prayer. May God continue to draw you and your family closer to Him and to each other. We pray this in Jesus Name.
If you have seen God's hand at work in your family during this Christmas season, we would be delighted to hear your praise report. Your testimony will encourage us all and bring glory to God. If you are still awaiting a breakthrough, please share your request again so we can continue to stand with you in prayer.
We are blessed to have this opportunity to agree with you in prayer. May God continue to draw you and your family closer to Him and to each other. We pray this in Jesus Name.
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