by Jesse Abel
A Word from Papa “J”
If you are a person of longevity then you know Brer Rabbit, Brer Bear, and Brer Wolf of the forest created by Uncle Ramus. Of course the rabbit was a trickster who seems to outsmart all the rest of his companions. Today the highways and byways are full – Brer Rabbits!
Good Morning
Last evening I was sharing the gospel with our local rescue mission in Providence, Rhode Island. Being Veterans Day I decided to ask for a show of hands before I prayed for those who had served in the military. In my mind I had envisioned many hands rising up, but to my surprise; out of one hundred people only four men raised their hands.
While driving home I thought about this. What I expected was not so and I began thanking God that I was wrong. The homeless were not ex-military and it was comforting to know that God’s watch care over patriots is very well as solid as His promises to all who serve the nations in armor. Proverbs 21:31
This morning too, as I look at Proverbs 21:1-31 I see more comfort and a future worth praying for, like if you and I hope for a leader with an upright heart, then we should be praying to our Father in heaven for Him to move that leader in the direction that produces good results. (Verse One)
Shall we ignore the judgments of God and let men in leadership believe that whatever comes into their minds is right? I mean just think about this; how many times a day do you say to God, “O LORD, these thoughts of mine are evil; help me put this wicked imagination down. 2 Corinthians 10:3-6.
Yes we need to be praying for those who are in positions of authority in this nation. Most of them will not be praying for God to prepare them for the days ahead. We need to take a section of scripture daily; such as this one here in Proverbs and pray through the promises and challenges, meeting the needs of our Country by God’s Will for the earth we tread on.
For example; if we are a person who reject this thought, Proverbs 21:17 says we will become spiritually bankrupt, nationally. Without going into a deep discussion on our national debt, we are now a nation that owes more revenue than it can produce in one generation. And with a weak military, rescue missions may just be a common way of life for our children’s, children.
If you are a person of longevity then you know Brer Rabbit, Brer Bear, and Brer Wolf of the forest created by Uncle Ramus. Of course the rabbit was a trickster who seems to outsmart all the rest of his companions. Today the highways and byways are full – Brer Rabbits!
Good Morning
Last evening I was sharing the gospel with our local rescue mission in Providence, Rhode Island. Being Veterans Day I decided to ask for a show of hands before I prayed for those who had served in the military. In my mind I had envisioned many hands rising up, but to my surprise; out of one hundred people only four men raised their hands.
While driving home I thought about this. What I expected was not so and I began thanking God that I was wrong. The homeless were not ex-military and it was comforting to know that God’s watch care over patriots is very well as solid as His promises to all who serve the nations in armor. Proverbs 21:31
This morning too, as I look at Proverbs 21:1-31 I see more comfort and a future worth praying for, like if you and I hope for a leader with an upright heart, then we should be praying to our Father in heaven for Him to move that leader in the direction that produces good results. (Verse One)
Shall we ignore the judgments of God and let men in leadership believe that whatever comes into their minds is right? I mean just think about this; how many times a day do you say to God, “O LORD, these thoughts of mine are evil; help me put this wicked imagination down. 2 Corinthians 10:3-6.
Yes we need to be praying for those who are in positions of authority in this nation. Most of them will not be praying for God to prepare them for the days ahead. We need to take a section of scripture daily; such as this one here in Proverbs and pray through the promises and challenges, meeting the needs of our Country by God’s Will for the earth we tread on.
For example; if we are a person who reject this thought, Proverbs 21:17 says we will become spiritually bankrupt, nationally. Without going into a deep discussion on our national debt, we are now a nation that owes more revenue than it can produce in one generation. And with a weak military, rescue missions may just be a common way of life for our children’s, children.
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