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Thanks. I pray it is well received. Love in Jesus, Connie

Astra, We preach each and every day. We preach by the example we set and the way we walk out our Christian life day by day. I only approach people when the Lord gives me the unction. That way I know the Lord is at work in my spirit to their spirit. I just talk to them. I tell them that the Lord loves them and has a plan for their life. I ask them how their life is going so far. I ask them if they have a personal relationship with Christ. Most say they believe in God but they do not feel connected to him or do not have any proof that he is involved in their life. That is where I begin. I let the Lord take it from there. Keep in mind that I do a lot of counseling ministry and deliverance ministry so it is mostly one on one and the people come to us. I can usually tell right away because of the way they respond to my interview with them. Almost always the Lord confirms that in my spirit. I suspect and he confirms. From there I just let the Lord take over. I ask them if they would mind if I pray for them. They usually agree. Then I pray as the Lord would lead. Often times I don't remember what the Lord asked me to pray. It is a strange feeling really. I just pray in the Holy Ghost quietly and then I pray aloud whatever he speaks in my ear. When they receive the prayer then they are usually ready to give their lives to Christ. Just let the Lord be your guide. Remember this very important lesson the Lord showed me. It is not us who bring them to Christ but us who are the vessel that the Lord will use to bring them to Christ. He is the one that speaks. I could not figure out for life of me why I had no success in winning people to Christ and was praying about it and telling the Lord how I would get nervous and scared a little to witness to them. He told me, "let me do the work, you just be the vessel." I got it right away. I was like, awesome! When we remove ourselves from the equation and let the Lord have his way....it all turns out according to his plan for them. Not our idea of God's plan for them. I pray this helps for discernment. Love in Jesus, Connie

No one is to good for God. We all fall short of the Glory of God. How are we any different then our leaders? Are we not all sinners? Are we not all fallen and doomed for damnation without Christ? Our revelation and salvation came a little before theirs is all. We need to pray for their salvation, wisdom, guidance, protection, understanding so that they will know the Lord. This is the godly way the way the Lord would have them to guide us. We are not to pass judgement lest we be judged. God appointed them to there positions of authority and we as believers need to pray for them and respect their authority. All authority is from the Lord. In answer to your question: Yes both of them have made some horrible mistakes.....Paul also made mistakes but the Lord was the ruler of his heart in the end. Sometimes as Christians we judge them worse than we were judged ourselves. Let us show mercy, kindness, gentleness, love, patience, goodness and show them the love of God and be an example for them. In this way we sway the heart of others, who seek after the same things and through our example seek them with all their heart. The first rule of leadership is: Example, Example, Example. When we pray for them: Pray for their salvation, wisdom, understanding. Pray they rule according to God's principals. Pray for their safety and that of their families. Pray for the peace of God to be on them in all things. You see it is easy for us to criticize them because we have no idea what they face everyday. We have no way of knowing the things they see everyday or hear. When we hear in part, understand in part and see in part then we judge in part also. I pray this helps, Love in Jesus, Connie

Astra, I am also a fan of Michael Smith but had not heard that song before. Very powerful. Interesting how the Lord tries to show us that if we will let go and let God our lives would be much simpler but we have a way of getting in the way. It is tough to lay it down and give it to Jesus but it is possible and when you do it is so sweet the feeling of relief that comes over you. When we talk about Jesus to people, we should do so in a loving manner but also we should let the Lord do the work. We are but the vessel he uses. I had a discussion with the Lord about this because I never felt right talking to people about their salvation. Then the Lord said to me, I am doing the work, I am asking you to be the vessel. When he said that to me, I totally got it and stepped aside and let the Lord do the work. It was so much easier. I never said to much or to little. Sometimes I am the farmer planting the seeds and other times I am the harvester. This is where my signature verse comes into play alot. Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not to your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your path. Proverbs 3:5-6. Our problem is that we want to be in control and God is asking us to step aside and let Him be in control. Awesome post by the by. Love in Jesus, Connie

I'm standing in agreement with you. I pray for the salvation of my daughter and her children. Now that you have received the word of the Lord proclaim it daily and praise Him for it. Love in Jesus, Connie

Hey Cholette! Myspace Happy Birthday Graphics Many blessings to you on your birthday! Love in Jesus, Connie

I just love CCR. Anyway, Cloud since we are all new creatures in the Lord and grafted into the kingdom of God we all become one religion so I would say anything is possible there. Love in Jesus, Connie

Me too!

Anytime!

I will be happy to keep your Dad in prayer Daisy. & Love in Jesus, Connie

Also, if the Bible is so daunting for you right now, maybe spend a little more time in intimate prayer and walks with God. I find that "mixing things up" sometimes helps. When I talk to God like he's my best friend, I find that my connection with him becomes stronger and then my perspective of his word changes. Instead of it being "duty" work to read the Bible, it becomes a pleasure and something I want to do to read his words to me. Excellent point here Cholette!

Excellent response Cloud. Most excellent. Halva. Just start with a little study at a time. Study on a verse and a let the Lord speak to you in daily application about that one verse. Then move to the next. It is so amazing to see him move in this way and this is how we come to know him personally. We learn his characteristics and his ways and we can apply them to our daily lives. Look for him in the little things we do each day. Thank him for everything. Not moving sometimes is a good thing....but trust me, you are moving because you are seeking ways to learn more. Remember that he never gives us more than we can handle and that all of us are unique and learn differently. I learn through the little things a lot and he seems to speak to me a lot there. Just trust him in all things. Soon you will look back and wonder how it happened that you changed so much and learned so much. You will see. Love in Jesus, Connie

Sister, For God did not give us a spirit of timidity, but a spirit of power, of love and of self-discipline. 2 Timothy 1:7. Cast out the spirit of fear! We have all confidence in the Lord. Remember when we do work for the Lord he is doing the work. We are opening ourselves up as vessels that He may use us to be a voice in the darkness. Removing ourselves from the equation and letting the Lord take over. You can do it. The Lord has confidence in you! I am agreeing in prayer with you. Love in Jesus, Connie

To all, Happy New Year to you as well! Hope your new year is filled with many blessings and hope for the new year ahead. I will be in church on Sunday but the rest of the day will be with the family! Much love and hope for the new year! Connie

Amen, preach it sister Cholette!

Glad to help.

These are some thoughts for you to pray about. Let me say this about the anointing. Man would have us to believe we are special because of the anointing. The anointing is the presence of the Holy Spirit. We should safe guard the anointing. By that I mean we should be in communication with the Lord and do his will in our lives and be obedient to the call on our lives. I believe anytime we grow closer to the Lord (anointing draws us closer) we are going to realize or recognize the attacks from the enemy that are already there. We become more tuned in so to speak. I have had people tell me the same thing. The reality is this: It is called spiritual warfare. We are all in it. Once we give our hearts to the Lord and we get to know him better then we see the attacks of the enemy. The enemy does not want us to be close to the Lord. He wants to draw us away. The Lord tells us that if he suffers persecution then we will also. We all are anointed of God to be servants unto him and to share the good news of Jesus Christ. If we have a personal relationship with the Lord then we all experience the presence of the Lord in our lives. The closer we get to him the stronger the presence. I think when they say there is a price to pay they mean that we must set aside our own desires, wants and will for his. In this we pay a price. It is not always easy to sacrifice. Those who are willing to sacrifice have developed a strong presence of the Holy Spirit in their lives. But what a wonderful price to pay for the relationship we receive with him. How good it is to be close to him. How good it is to be under his divine protection and care. My advice to you is this: Follow the Lord in all things and do according to his will and let him worry about the enemy. Let us not concern ourselves if our anointing is strong enough or as strong as others but more let us fully concentrate on the development of our relationship with Him. If we listen to the voice of the Lord he will show us the way to go and he will warn us of things to come so that we will be ready to stand and fight if need be. He will cover us with his feathers and be our front and rear guard. Put on the whole armor of God. The helmet of salvation The belt of truth The sword of the Spirit The breastplate of righteousness The shod of peace The shield of Faith These are the things that will safeguard us from the enemy. I pray this has been helpful. Awesome topic by the by. Love in Jesus, Connie

I will stand in agreement with you as well. We stand on the promise that she is healthy and strong and she is healed in Jesus name! Love in Jesus, Connie

Amen Cholette! I understand completely. Good to hear you got your focus back! Love in Jesus, Connie

One note to add. I agree with D here that the enemy will try to use this situation to distract you from what God has purposed for you.....We break that off in Jesus name and declare that you will be ready for the word the Lord has for you to speak and nothing will hinder you. We pray for your peace and clear thoughts! Remember the Lord will be giving you the words...and we are standing with you! Love in Jesus, Connie

Good morning Cholette, I really think what the Lord is saying here is that we should not turn our backs on people even when we are sure they are making the wrong choices just like he does not turn his back on us. Love them through the situation. I think you have prayed and advised as you believe the Lord has prompted you but now it is time to sit back and watch the Lord take the reigns so to speak. Love your friend through the struggle and continue to pray for his safety and his awakening in the matter. The dream about the web is a little scary but we all know how God can turn a situation around. Now it is our time to let God move. I am praying in agreement for your friend. Love in Jesus, Connie

Ruth, I am standing in agreement also. Trust God for the answers, he has them all. Love in Jesus, Connie