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A Prayer for What to Do When Someone You Love DiesBy Chris Eyte Bible Reading“yet we are confident and satisfied to be out of the body and at home with the Lord.” – 2 Cor. 5:8 Listen or Read Below: So I agreed to write this devotional on what to do when someone you love dies – and two days later a dear friend from my church swam in the sea and then dropped dead. It was his birthday and he had been in good health, enjoying his day. I, and many others, still reel from the shock of it. We just don't understand these things. Then I looked at the video from my 18th birthday party, nearly 30 years ago, and saw the people there talking and laughing with me. My father, grandma, grandad, nan (other grandmother), aunt, godmother's husband, older cousins, and an older family friend – all of them are gone now. I helped carry all of them to their graves with the coffins on my shoulder, as a pallbearer at the funerals.  I think of my ex-girlfriend who was hit by a car and the deep wells of grief. I think of my friend Rob, fighting so hard for life but taken from cancer in his early 20s. I think of my old mentor John, fatherlike, and the time saying goodbye to him at the hospice before he passed away from cancer. How he laid hands on me and prayed the Lord's prayer in Welsh. How I read the last chapter of The Last Battle by CS Lewis, on the train home after bidding farewell, about the journey to heaven. One of the fondest memories of my life was years before, standing in his lounge holding hands with John and his wife, the three of us praying. She was a lovely lady, and another who has gone to be with the Lord. Death leaves a void, a blank space, an immobile darkness. We are surrounded by the ghosts in our minds and speak to them there in the memories. But it seems so hopeless. They aren't really there. As my mum says, you seemingly become just a photo on the wall. On the bus back from my church friend's funeral today, who died after sea-swimming, I had a picture in my mind. I imagined the deepness of the ocean and falling down into the depths, where there is a stygian empty space, devoid of meaning or feeling. And I thought that that is what the reality of death is like for us human beings. However, here's the thing. At the bottom of those death waters, where it is so cold and unmerciful, I saw a cross lying on the ocean floor and it was burning brightly. Burning! And that is the hope we hold fast as followers of the Way: Jesus himself. He came into this world to devastate the schemes of hell and to kill death. Therefore, we grieve, and we do, but we are "not like those without hope." God himself plunged into the bottom of the nightmare to bring life.  What can you do when someone you love dies? I once asked John that same question, and his answer was simple. You thank God that they have been in your life, and you trust them to Him. "Absent from the body, present with the Lord," as it says in 2 Corinthians 5:8. From God's sublime perspective of time, every human being throughout history is alive. The Bible says: ‘Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen/to come.' Therefore, we press on and live our lives within God, encouraging ourselves in the Lord. My mentor John once told me about a church minister who had MRSA, aged 78, and he visited him in hospital. This minister was a kind man, and he had become very thin. He turned to John and said; "I'm weak." John didn't know how to reply, but said: "Well, we love Jesus." "Oh, John," the minister replied. "Jesus suffered."  Let’s pray: Father of the heavenly lights. Every night I go to sleep, trusting that I will wake up in the morning. And I do. Thank you that I can trust you for the future. Because of your love for me, when I go to sleep and leave my mortal coil, you will wake me up. You know my pain for loved ones lost, and to you, all are alive. I stir myself today, acknowledging my grief but declaring my trust in you. You are the Way, the Truth, and the Life. And that's enough for me.In Jesus' holy name. Amen! Photo credit: ©GettyImages/Pheelings Media Christopher Eyte lives with his wife Céline and three children in Swansea, Wales, UK. He has worked as a journalist for many years and writes his own blog (hislovefrees.life) encouraging others in their walk with Jesus. He became a Christian in February 2002, after a friend explained God’s amazing grace! Related Resource: Jesus Calling – Stories of Faith Kerry Washington. Andrea Bocelli. Reba McEntire. Mark Wahlberg. Tony Dungy. Matthew McConaughey, What do all of these people have in common? They are all people of faith who have leaned on God in both the good and challenging times-and they've shown up to tell their story of faith on The Jesus Calling Podcast. The Jesus Calling Podcast provides a place for people from all walks of life to share the heartaches, joys, and divine moments that keep them going.  Inspired by Sarah Young’s classic devotional book, the Jesus Calling podcast has brought encouragement and peace to millions. New episodes drop every Thursday! Listen today on LifeAudio.com or wherever you find your podcasts. Now that you’ve prayed, are you in need of someone to pray for YOU? Click the button below! The post A Prayer for What to Do When Someone You Love Dies – Your Daily Prayer – October 16 appeared first on GodUpdates.

October 16, 2024 Praying for Our LeadersKRISTEN MILLER Lee en español "I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people-for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness." 1 Timothy 2:1-2 (NIV) "I'll pray for you." I've often walked away from conversations with that genuine intention ... but consistently putting it into practice proves difficult. Recently, a friend leaving on a mission trip asked me to pray for her. With her next words, I felt a twinge of conviction. She said, "I'm asking you because I know you'll pray." Her intent look, clasped hands and earnest tone communicated her belief that I would pray and that it would make a difference. I imagine if the Apostle Paul were sitting across from us today, he'd have a similar demeanor when inviting us to pray "for all people-for kings and all those in authority" (1 Timothy 2:1-2). When we consider international politics, national governments, election results and political parties, Paul's instruction can feel daunting. These issues can become points of such controversy and polarization that knowing how to pray sometimes seems impossible. Are our prayers even making a difference? Paul certainly thought so. Three of the words Paul used in 1 Timothy 2:1 - "petitions, prayers, intercession" - all carry a similar meaning: earnest requests to God on behalf of another person. Additionally, this verse mentions "thanksgiving," which is active, grateful language lifted to God as an act of worship. Paul asks us to give thanks for our leaders. What a perspective shift. Prayer is not a last resort or a passive option. The power of prayer can't be underestimated (James 5:16). Prayer is active, and in 1 Timothy 2:1-2, we see it has an effect - we pray and intercede for all people and those in leadership "that we may live peaceful and quiet lives."  We need God's wisdom, grace and ability in our day-to-day lives, and so do our leaders. Prayer is our opportunity to appeal to God. Prayer is our part; the answer is God's part. He wants us to ask for what we - and our leaders - need (Matthew 7:7). Setting things in motion for the Kingdom of God begins on our knees in prayer. Here are three ways to intercede for our leaders - including political leaders, national and state government leaders, local community leaders, church and spiritual leaders, and family leaders: Pray for leaders to develop their leadership style and skills. Pray for wisdom, unity, strength and discernment. Pray for God's plan to be accomplished. Who is God calling you to pray for today? Trust that God hears your prayers and is working on your behalf and on behalf of your leaders. Dear Father, You've instructed us to pray on behalf of our leaders and all people. Give us wisdom about how to pray so we may live in peace. In Jesus' Name, Amen.  OUR FAVORITE THINGS Are you looking for a healthcare option that aligns with your faith and values? Christian Healthcare Ministries (CHM) is an affordable, faith-based alternative to traditional health insurance. It's Christians partnering together to take care of each other's medical bill costs. Click here to compare your current insurance costs to CHM. ENGAGE Let us pray for you! Prayers Unceasing is the prayer and spiritual support community of Christian Healthcare Ministries. Visit our Prayers Unceasing page to submit a prayer request and to begin praying for others today. FOR DEEPER STUDY James 5:16-17, "Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results. Elijah was as human as we are, and yet when he prayed earnestly that no rain would fall, none fell for three and a half years!" (NLT). Reflect on a time you experienced the power of prayer. How did that strengthen your desire to pray? Let us know in the comments! © 2024 by Kristen Miller. All rights reserved. Proverbs 31 MinistriesP.O. Box 3189 Matthews, NC 28106 www.Proverbs31.org The post Praying for Our Leaders – Encouragement for Today – October 16, 2024 appeared first on GodUpdates.

A Prayer for What to Do When Someone You Love DiesBy Chris Eyte Bible Reading“yet we are confident and satisfied to be out of the body and at home with the Lord.” – 2 Cor. 5:8 Listen or Read Below: So I agreed to write this devotional on what to do when someone you love dies – and two days later a dear friend from my church swam in the sea and then dropped dead. It was his birthday and he had been in good health, enjoying his day. I, and many others, still reel from the shock of it. We just don't understand these things. Then I looked at the video from my 18th birthday party, nearly 30 years ago, and saw the people there talking and laughing with me. My father, grandma, grandad, nan (other grandmother), aunt, godmother's husband, older cousins, and an older family friend – all of them are gone now. I helped carry all of them to their graves with the coffins on my shoulder, as a pallbearer at the funerals.  I think of my ex-girlfriend who was hit by a car and the deep wells of grief. I think of my friend Rob, fighting so hard for life but taken from cancer in his early 20s. I think of my old mentor John, fatherlike, and the time saying goodbye to him at the hospice before he passed away from cancer. How he laid hands on me and prayed the Lord's prayer in Welsh. How I read the last chapter of The Last Battle by CS Lewis, on the train home after bidding farewell, about the journey to heaven. One of the fondest memories of my life was years before, standing in his lounge holding hands with John and his wife, the three of us praying. She was a lovely lady, and another who has gone to be with the Lord. Death leaves a void, a blank space, an immobile darkness. We are surrounded by the ghosts in our minds and speak to them there in the memories. But it seems so hopeless. They aren't really there. As my mum says, you seemingly become just a photo on the wall. On the bus back from my church friend's funeral today, who died after sea-swimming, I had a picture in my mind. I imagined the deepness of the ocean and falling down into the depths, where there is a stygian empty space, devoid of meaning or feeling. And I thought that that is what the reality of death is like for us human beings. However, here's the thing. At the bottom of those death waters, where it is so cold and unmerciful, I saw a cross lying on the ocean floor and it was burning brightly. Burning! And that is the hope we hold fast as followers of the Way: Jesus himself. He came into this world to devastate the schemes of hell and to kill death. Therefore, we grieve, and we do, but we are "not like those without hope." God himself plunged into the bottom of the nightmare to bring life.  What can you do when someone you love dies? I once asked John that same question, and his answer was simple. You thank God that they have been in your life, and you trust them to Him. "Absent from the body, present with the Lord," as it says in 2 Corinthians 5:8. From God's sublime perspective of time, every human being throughout history is alive. The Bible says: ‘Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen/to come.' Therefore, we press on and live our lives within God, encouraging ourselves in the Lord. My mentor John once told me about a church minister who had MRSA, aged 78, and he visited him in hospital. This minister was a kind man, and he had become very thin. He turned to John and said; "I'm weak." John didn't know how to reply, but said: "Well, we love Jesus." "Oh, John," the minister replied. "Jesus suffered."  Let’s pray: Father of the heavenly lights. Every night I go to sleep, trusting that I will wake up in the morning. And I do. Thank you that I can trust you for the future. Because of your love for me, when I go to sleep and leave my mortal coil, you will wake me up. You know my pain for loved ones lost, and to you, all are alive. I stir myself today, acknowledging my grief but declaring my trust in you. You are the Way, the Truth, and the Life. And that's enough for me.In Jesus' holy name. Amen! Photo credit: ©GettyImages/Pheelings Media Christopher Eyte lives with his wife Céline and three children in Swansea, Wales, UK. He has worked as a journalist for many years and writes his own blog (hislovefrees.life) encouraging others in their walk with Jesus. He became a Christian in February 2002, after a friend explained God’s amazing grace! Related Resource: Jesus Calling – Stories of Faith Kerry Washington. Andrea Bocelli. Reba McEntire. Mark Wahlberg. Tony Dungy. Matthew McConaughey, What do all of these people have in common? They are all people of faith who have leaned on God in both the good and challenging times-and they've shown up to tell their story of faith on The Jesus Calling Podcast. The Jesus Calling Podcast provides a place for people from all walks of life to share the heartaches, joys, and divine moments that keep them going.  Inspired by Sarah Young’s classic devotional book, the Jesus Calling podcast has brought encouragement and peace to millions. New episodes drop every Thursday! Listen today on LifeAudio.com or wherever you find your podcasts. Now that you’ve prayed, are you in need of someone to pray for YOU? Click the button below! The post A Prayer for What to Do When Someone You Love Dies – Your Daily Prayer – October 16 appeared first on GodUpdates.

October 16, 2024 Praying for Our LeadersKRISTEN MILLER Lee en español "I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people-for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness." 1 Timothy 2:1-2 (NIV) "I'll pray for you." I've often walked away from conversations with that genuine intention ... but consistently putting it into practice proves difficult. Recently, a friend leaving on a mission trip asked me to pray for her. With her next words, I felt a twinge of conviction. She said, "I'm asking you because I know you'll pray." Her intent look, clasped hands and earnest tone communicated her belief that I would pray and that it would make a difference. I imagine if the Apostle Paul were sitting across from us today, he'd have a similar demeanor when inviting us to pray "for all people-for kings and all those in authority" (1 Timothy 2:1-2). When we consider international politics, national governments, election results and political parties, Paul's instruction can feel daunting. These issues can become points of such controversy and polarization that knowing how to pray sometimes seems impossible. Are our prayers even making a difference? Paul certainly thought so. Three of the words Paul used in 1 Timothy 2:1 - "petitions, prayers, intercession" - all carry a similar meaning: earnest requests to God on behalf of another person. Additionally, this verse mentions "thanksgiving," which is active, grateful language lifted to God as an act of worship. Paul asks us to give thanks for our leaders. What a perspective shift. Prayer is not a last resort or a passive option. The power of prayer can't be underestimated (James 5:16). Prayer is active, and in 1 Timothy 2:1-2, we see it has an effect - we pray and intercede for all people and those in leadership "that we may live peaceful and quiet lives."  We need God's wisdom, grace and ability in our day-to-day lives, and so do our leaders. Prayer is our opportunity to appeal to God. Prayer is our part; the answer is God's part. He wants us to ask for what we - and our leaders - need (Matthew 7:7). Setting things in motion for the Kingdom of God begins on our knees in prayer. Here are three ways to intercede for our leaders - including political leaders, national and state government leaders, local community leaders, church and spiritual leaders, and family leaders: Pray for leaders to develop their leadership style and skills. Pray for wisdom, unity, strength and discernment. Pray for God's plan to be accomplished. Who is God calling you to pray for today? Trust that God hears your prayers and is working on your behalf and on behalf of your leaders. Dear Father, You've instructed us to pray on behalf of our leaders and all people. Give us wisdom about how to pray so we may live in peace. In Jesus' Name, Amen.  OUR FAVORITE THINGS Are you looking for a healthcare option that aligns with your faith and values? Christian Healthcare Ministries (CHM) is an affordable, faith-based alternative to traditional health insurance. It's Christians partnering together to take care of each other's medical bill costs. Click here to compare your current insurance costs to CHM. ENGAGE Let us pray for you! Prayers Unceasing is the prayer and spiritual support community of Christian Healthcare Ministries. Visit our Prayers Unceasing page to submit a prayer request and to begin praying for others today. FOR DEEPER STUDY James 5:16-17, "Confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results. Elijah was as human as we are, and yet when he prayed earnestly that no rain would fall, none fell for three and a half years!" (NLT). Reflect on a time you experienced the power of prayer. How did that strengthen your desire to pray? Let us know in the comments! © 2024 by Kristen Miller. All rights reserved. Proverbs 31 MinistriesP.O. Box 3189 Matthews, NC 28106 www.Proverbs31.org The post Praying for Our Leaders – Encouragement for Today – October 16, 2024 appeared first on GodUpdates.

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