Christian Reflection and Prayer

Scripture:

"Are (angels) not all ministering spirits sent forth to minister for those
who will inherit salvation? (Hebrews 1:14)

Reflection:

My beloved mother, who is 91 years old and is ready to go home to Jesus,
said something the other day that got me thinking. She told me that when
she goes home to Jesus she hopes that she comes back as a guardian
angel so she can help and protect someone. Do you believe in angels?
I do. When Jesus was in the Garden of Gethsemane, knowing the pain
that He was about to endure, was visited by an angel from heaven
strengthening Him. (Luke 22:43) I don't think i've ever seen an angel,
although I'm not sure, and i don't really need too. It's enough for me
to know and believe that they are there, quietly delivering work beyond
the realm of physical sight (Psalm 34:7), actually calling no attention
to themselves. I believe their protection is real. I believe I have an
angel who is there protecting me and strengthening my trust in
the God they so faithfully serve.

"What ready help our Father gives
To struggling saints below!
He sends His heavenly messengers
His power and grace to show." (D. De Haan)

Prayer:

Dear God thank you for sending me Your angel to watch over
and protect me. I often feel his/her presence and I know
they strengthen my life so I can continue to trust in my
Savior Jesus Christ. THANK YOU GOD FOR BEING GOD

SCRIPTURE:

When Jesus arrived in Galilee, the people there welcomed him.
These people had seen all the things Jesus did at the
{Passover } festival in Jerusalem. These people had been at
the festival too. Jesus went to visit Cana in Galilee again.
Cana is where Jesus had changed the water into wine. One of
the king's important officials lived in the city of
Capernaum. This man's son was sick. The man heard that Jesus
had come from Judea and was now in Galilee. So the man went
to Jesus {in Cana}. He begged Jesus to come to Capernaum and
heal his son. His son was almost dead.

-- John 4:45-47 (ERV)

REFLECTION:

What is your reason for seeking out Jesus? You know some try to
find Jesus in their lives because they heard He was a great teacher,
or prophet, or miracle worker, or a host of other reasons. Or maybe
you look for Jesus just because your curious. I know that when I am
in so deep, or I'm in a situation in my life much to big and to grave
to overcome myself. I know that I need my Savior. Look at our
scripture for today. This big powerful political official, found himself
powerless. And what did he do? He went to Jesus for help,he
not only went to Jesus, he begged Jesus for help. Why? Because
he knew Christ could provide that help, he knew that for sure. He
did not hesitate for one minute to call on his Savior.
WHAT ABOUT YOU? Do you find yourself in situations that are much
to difficult to overcome. I suggest you call upon your Savior for help,
let Him into your life, let Him be your Lord and Savior. I promise your
life will be a whole lot better, and your life will be much, much
happier.

PRAYER:

Jesus, I admit that often in my life, when faced with problems, I
fail to call upon You. Help me to recognize that You are my
foundation, You are my strength, You are my help, You and You alone are my
help.

Scripture:

"I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who
believes: first for the Jew, then for the Gentile." Romans 1:15 (NIV)

Reflection:

I read the book, it is a fictional novel, thats all. It is not historically accurate in any sense of
the word. I do not need to defend the Holy Scriptures or the Son of God. I'll put my faith
in the Bible, Christ's teachings, and the predominate message of peace, love, and service,
and not in The Da Vinci Code. Please don't worry, Jesus is with us until the end of time,
long after all this is forgotten. This fiction will not shake your faith, it may even make some
people's faith stronger. Remember like the Scripture says its through the gospel that we
receive the power of God for our salvation. I just received an email from my nephew and
I don't think he would mine if i quoted him. This is really a good thing to remember,
"I wonder, if I wrote a book and then a movie entitled the "The Dome of
the Rock Code" and portrayed the prophet Muhammad as false and having
created Islam as a scam for his own benefit, do you think my life would be in
danger? Fortunately for Hollywood and Mr. Hanks, they picked Christ
rather than Muhammad…"
Remember Jesus is the power and the glory forever and ever.

Prayer:

Thank you God for the God breathed Holy Scriptures. Let the power of the Holy Spirt
be at work and heal all wounds. Glory be to God the Father, the Son and the Holy
Spirit, as it was in the beginning it is now and ever shall be world with end Amen.
THANK YOU GOD FOR BEING GOD.