PRAYER LIST 40
DO/TS
December 1996
January 1997, The Family, Zurich, Switzerland
Oh that men would praise the Lord for His goodness, and for His wonderful works to the children of men. He sent His Word and healed them. He maketh the storm a calm, so that the waves thereof are still. So He bringeth them unto their desired haven (Psalm 107:15,20a,29,30b).
Please use this list along with PL 35, the latest long-term list. Thank you!
For 14 years and up. Can be read with JETTs, but they shouldnt read it on their own. Selected prayer requests, answers to prayer and testimonies of answered prayer may be read to younger age groups as well, at parents and teachers discretion.
ANSWERED PRAYERS:
Asia:
1. Jessica (of Sim and Liz) (PL 38:78): Legal work completed!
2. Tim Servus (of Cheerful) (PL 37:58): No major heart problems since appearing on the Prayer List!
3. Maria (6, of Byron and Marie) (PL 39:64): She has not had any seizures since we sent her prayer request in.
4. Steven (of Christina) (PL 32:36): Completely healed of knee pains.
5. Joy Celeste (PL 38:76): I sent a prayer request for the healing of a cartilage growth on my right wrist (known as ganglion) which was very painful. One morning, much to our amazement, it was just gone! The little protruding growth which was so uncomfortable and hindered my work had disappeared. Praise You Jesus! This whole incident has given me more faith to simply believe and pray more earnestly for the dear ones on the Prayer List!
North America:
6. David (18, of David and Charity) (PL 39:69): His parents write, We are so thankful for all of your prayers for David! The Lord has done so many wonderful miracles in his recovery that we are just blown away. Im going to give you the doctors original prognosis and then what his prognosis is today. Originally the doctor said that David would not be able to walk again and would be confined to a wheelchair for the rest of his life. Due to the nature of his injury, he would not be able to urinate without a catheter and would not regain function of his bladder and bowels as well as his sexual functions. The current prognosis is that David will not need a wheelchair and will most likely be walking with the help of a walker or crutches, and may not even need these in the future! David has regained much feeling in his legs and his lower body. He will be attending therapy as an outpatient for the months to come. This whole experience has been such a blessing to all of our family. Thank you for your prayers. (See prayer request #67.)
7. Abner (5, of Jared and Rebecca) (PL 36:90): We had previously asked for prayer for Abner, who had tubes put in his ears to enable him to hear better and to enable water to drain out of his small ear canals. He was not supposed to get his ears wet during this time. However, the day before his next check-up, he went swimming without his ear plugs. I was so discouraged as I went to the doctors office, but the doctor happily informed me that he had no water in his ears at all! His teachers also informed me that Abner is doing wonderfully in school and no longer needs the help of an assistant. This is all a result of our Familys wonderful prayers!
8. Rufus Reuben (PL 29:128): Healed from Graves disease (hyperthyroidism).
9. Sheri Smiles (PL 12:138): Eleven years ago I had a ruptured disc. In recent years I had put my name on the Prayer List several times. Recently I had an MRI (scan) and the doctor was amazed at how the disc is back in place. Though there is some damage and I still have problems with my back, she was amazed that it healed so well, which it was never supposed to. Hallelujah!
10. Ben (PL 31:115): Digestion is better since being on the Prayer List!
South America:
11. Gloria (of Jos) (PL39:110): She has recuperated and is doing better after being hospitalized for a fallopian tube pregnancy.
12. Miguel VS (of Clara) (PL 38:40): Thank you very much for your prayers for my health. The Lord is working in miraculous ways and my blood count went up, from 20,000 to 100,000! Ive been around 20,000 for the last 6 months, having to take heavy doses of cortisone, to no avail. I changed the treatment and the Lord blessed it tremendously and Im almost back to normal! Im so thankful for our wonderful Familys prayers! Please pray that I can go back up to a normal level and stop all treatments altogether! I also wanted to ask for prayer for my sleep, as I havent been able to sleep for a long time. Thank you so much! I really love you! (From SACRO: We heard recently that he has once again had a relapse and his blood count has gone way down again, but is continuing his fight for healing and is in need of all of our Familys prayers.)
13. Brazil: An investigation by the Minors Judge office which started three years ago in the aftermath of the Argentina persecution, has now been closed! Things looked bleak for awhile but a new district attorney was appointed to the case. He thoroughly studied it and then wrote a document vindicating us and finally closed the case! Praise God!
Europe and Africa:
14. Crystal (of Peter) (PL38:3): An infected muscle in my right arm which had been bothering me for over a year was completely healed immediately after the request appeared in the Prayer List.
15. Domie (2, of Phillip and Kasia) (PL 36:129): Her allergy is doing much better.
16. Benji (baby, of Phillip and Kasia) (PL 36:127): Downs syndrome. He is developing properly and the doctors are amazed how fast he is growing, changing and learning!
17. Heidi (PL 37:107): She has been suffering from RSD, a problem with the nervous system. After three months in bed, Heidis leg is starting to get better. She is now able to get around on crutches. Her leg is still painful, but for shorter periods she can go without her crutches and she is learning the dance steps for the Christmas program! We are so thankful for the Lords healing touch.
Pacific:
18. Sara (PL 36:180): Her strong headaches are much better now.
19. Christopher (PL 36:167): Asthma problems have drastically decreased since his request came out.
20. Zippy (PL 39:187): Her uterus, which collapsed after giving birth, has been completely healed and restored.
PRAYER REQUESTS
CRITICAL OR LIFE-AND-DEATH SITUATIONS
21. Faith (of Philip), Asia: Breast cancer. Against hemorrhaging and pain in her breast and back. For the tumor to stop growing. For plenty of grace for Faith, and that she can sleep peacefully.
22. Vicky Fighter, Pacific: Breast cancer. She has trouble sleeping at nights and is feeling quite discouraged and embattled.
23. Sunny (of Gideon), Pacific: Diagnosed with cervical cancer. That the bleeding will stop, and for her strength and complete healing from this affliction. Also for grace and strength for Gideon, and wisdom in handling the situation and any decisions that will be made.
24. Mercy (of Bill), North America: She underwent surgery for cervical cancer and the doctors found that the cancer is more advanced than they had expected. They removed some cancerous lymph node glands and are recommending radiation treatment. For her complete healing, and also that the Lord will greatly encourage and strengthen Mercy, Bill and their children at this time.
25. Sam (10, of Andrew and Lily), North America: Sammy has been on the Prayer List for a year as he has a very serious case of cancer. His condition has vastly improved, but he has had to continue taking chemotherapy. Recently he underwent surgery to remove a tumor on the back of his neck. Please pray for his complete recovery, and for extra grace and strength for both Sammy and his parents. (For more details see page 10.)
MAMA AND PETER
26. Mama: Thanks to your prayers, after several extended periods and nearly continual bleeding for months, Mamas bleeding slowed down considerably, and then she went for 6 weeks without having a period or bleeding at all! Praise the Lord! She has just begun her period again, so please continue to pray that her periods will be normal, as when she bleeds for such long periods of time it takes a considerable toll on her health in general.
Another big miracle is that Mama has been able to exercise a lot more this past month, having daily exercise for an hour or more, something she hasnt been strong enough to do in years! She has been using her eyes more than usual, and even though her eyes continue to be sore, the Lord has miraculously kept her from headaches, which she is very prone to! What an answer to prayer! Thank you for your continue prayers. Please keep praying that shell be able to continue to get good daily exercise, and will stay free of headaches or colds, which put a further strain on her already very sore eye condition.
(Please also see the prayer requests for Mama and Peter in the last long-term Prayer List, PL 35.)
WORLDWIDE
WS Pubs and Tools
27. For the GPU (GP Pubs Unit): That the legal apparatus needed to make the unit fully functional will be set up soon; that all the business details involved in publishing GP books and mass marketing our tools will fall into place properly. For good counsel from lawyers and other outside consultants, and especially for the Lords leading in the many decisions that need to be made.
28. JAS audio production: Quite a lineup of GP and DO/TS audio tools are in the works, all of them with rather tight deadlines. For the Lords ideas, inspiration and anointing, and that these tools come out the way the Lord wants them to.
29. For Neil, pubs worker suffering for an extended period of time from very sore feet, and severe pain from time to time in other joints, possibly from arthritis.
Family Leadership
30. Wisdom, strength and anointing for the CROs and their office staff.
31. That our VS teams will be a help and blessing to the Homes they visit. For the wisdom, discernment and love needed for their important job. That the Lord will continue to raise up others who are qualified and willing to visit the Homes and provide the loving shepherding and help needed.
32. Strength and wisdom for our ABMs and their worldwide networking in order to help the Family with their movements and communications.
33. For the meetings being held to view the videos of Peter and Garys classes from the Summit and Peters classes at the delegates meetings in the U.S.A. That these videos will be a help in answering peoples questions, strengthening their faith and obedience to the Word, and inspiring them in their service for the Lord, which will result in happier, more loving and united Homes!
Supply
34. Financial supply to pay the remaining BI court case bills, which are substantial.
35. Plentiful and reliable home support for those leaving their home fields for poorer mission fields. Speedy supply of travel and landing funds. That they wont get bogged down in unfruitful situations while trying to raise support. Free tickets and discounts on air travel.
36. For those pioneering new cities: For housing, new contacts, good outreach, good provisioning and the supply of all their needs.
37. For the countries where the Family is operating that are experiencing severe social and economic crises; that these upheavals will not negatively affect the Familys outreach and ability to raise funds.
Witnessing and Outreach
38. Contacts and open doors for fruitful witnessing opportunities.
39. For friends, contacts and supporters who are experiencing financial difficulties or health problems.
40. For road trips into sensitive or previously closed countries, such as China, Burma, Cambodia, Vietnam, the Middle East, etc.: Wisdom, protection, provision, open doors and fruitful witnessing; that the Family can reach as many people as possible with the message without arousing the attention or ire of the authorities.
Home Life
41. That we will go to the Word for the answers and solutions to our problems, both individually and on the Home level. That we will fight to make time for the Word, prayer and listening to the Lord.
42. For unity and loving interaction within and between Homes.
43. For any teens who have fallen in with bad company after leaving the Family, who are now in trouble or involved in crime, drugs or prostitution. That the Lord will protect them, deliver them from their vices or dangerous situations, and help them to either return to the Lords service or become productive members of society and a help and blessing to others in some way.
ASIA
44. Thailand: For the Familys protection from a chicken pox epidemic in Southern Thailand.
45. Water shortage in Southern Thailand. For a steady and abundant city water supply.
46. Middle East: Continued fruitful production and translation of Arabic lit, videos, tapes and seminar materials. For anointing, wisdom, and loving interactions between ourselves and the Arabic singers, studio technician and music teacher who record for us; anointed translations of songs into Arabic.
47. Family in Eastern Java, Indonesia: Protection from Muslim activists who have been severely persecuting Christians and burning churches.
48. Noelle (1, of Steve and Ruthie): Was born with cysts in her windpipe and glands. Miraculously the Lord has kept her from needing a delicate operation and she has become a lively little girl. Recently the cysts have started to grow. For deliverance from the cysts, and wisdom for Steve and Ruthie in any decisions regarding medical treatment.
49. Heidi: Cyst in her brain. Strength, healing, and no side effects from the medication.
50. Marie (17, of Philip and Faith): Against frequent headaches, insomnia, and sore, sensitive eyes.
51. Magdalene (of Francesco): For a full term and healthy pregnancy after two recent miscarriages, and for weight gain.
52. Lizzy (1, of Francesco and Magdalene): Dermatitis and skin depigmentation of her legs and arms.
53. Marie (of Gabe, PG with number eight): Painful varicose veins.
54. Andrew (15, of Paul and Rachel): Frequent headaches and dizzy spells.
55. Claire (of Steven): For a healthy baby and delivery despite high blood pressure.
56. Charity: For a healthy baby despite having contracted hepatitis while pregnant.
57. Jenny (18): Frequent bouts of boils.
58. Steven (of Christina): Frequent backaches.
59. Natasha (14, of Tabitha): Insomnia.
60. Tabitha Praisemore: Against chest pains, and pains in her neck, back and especially in her left arm; for encouragement.
61. Jasmine (7, of Andrew and Ruth): Permanent healing from persistent rash on her arms, chest and back, causing much irritation and discomfort.
62. Charity (of James S.); Andrew (8, of James and Ruth): Asthma.
63. Joanna (of Thai John): Eczema and psoriasis.
64. Vicky (9, of Thai John and Joanna): Fainting spells and headaches; for weight gain.
65. Danny (6, of Joy P.): Recurring fevers.
NORTH AMERICA
66. Academics: For the Lords continued blessing on the various academics in contact with the Family and our interactions with them, especially those who are writing papers, chapters or books on the Family.
67. David (18, of David and Charity): Continued prayer for the healing of Davids back. That the vertebrae that was shattered will heal completely; for the healing of the nerves that were pulled out by the roots and other nerves that were damaged in the accident. Also for the Lord to supply adequate housing for David and his family. (See answered prayer # 6.)
68. Peter (of Marianne): A hole in the retina of his eye. That it will close by itself without the need for laser surgery.
69. Crystal (17): Scoliosis. Against muscle spasms that result in extreme back pain.
70. Lili Spring (2, of Apollos and Maria Clara): Infections from colds and coughs that cause her to have high fevers and convulsions.
71. Jason Scott: Problems with his sugar level, which causes nausea, stomachaches and the shakes.
72. Acqua: Terminal form of hepatitis.
73. Sharon; Christina Meek (of Patrick): Back problems.
74. Jehosaphat: Problems with the tendons in his feet that hurt when he walks.
75. Joy (12, of Hephzi): Speedy recovery from surgery to correct a cleft palate.
76. Sheri: Serious urinary tract infection, which several doctors and medications have not been able to correct.
77. Serena: Undergoing a biopsy, that the results will be positive. Serious back problems.
78. David (4, of Joseph and Ruth): Frequent attacks of bronchitis.
79. Rob: Lung tumor and partially collapsed lung.
80. Mariangela (of Steven Smile): Asthma, severe headaches and dizziness.
81. Crystal (14), Mariangela (9) and Sunshine (7) (of James and Flower): Sudden hair loss.
82. Flower (of James): Back problems and varicose veins.
83. Patrick Meek (of Christina): Large, painful lump on his ankle.
84. Francis (14, of Patrick and Christina): Chronic ear infection and fungus.
85. Steven: (baby, of Paul and Ruth): Eczema.
86. Peter Ledbetter: Pain and continual stiffness in the joints of his hands and wrists, and aching in his arms. Healing of sores on his feet which have been bothering him for years.
87. Dan; Luz (of Jose); Ernest: Heart problems.
SOUTH AMERICA
88. Miguel VS (of Clara): For his blood count to return to normal and stabilize; continued strength; for sleep; against side effects from a strong medicine he is taking. Protection against hemorrhaging. (See answered prayer #12.)
89. Juan (11, of Pablo and Joany): Speedy recovery from a torn ligament in right leg due to a serious accident.
90. Johnny (10, of Abner and Flor): Hit by a car. Healing of the tissue on his face so permanent scars will not be left.
91. Danny (2, of Paulo and Julia): Complete healing of his gums and mouth after a fall; for his teeth to grow back properly.
92. Maria Isabel: Hereditary ear disease which could cause deafness.
93. Pandita (of Joo): Complete healing of her eyes after an automobile accident last year. Against hair loss.
94. Maria Clara (5, of Mateo and Brunilda): Handicapped. That her therapy will be successful; supply of necessary funds and medical attention.
95. Brunilda (of Mateo): Hormone disorder which causes hemorrhages, anemia and headaches.
96. Luis David (2, of Juan and Estrella): Complete healing of his stomach after several infections.
97. Praise: Painful varicose veins, hemorrhoids and a large tumor in her uterus; guidance in any treatment that might be taken.
98. Pierre: Rapid and complete healing of a broken leg.
99. Maria: For a successful hernia operation.
100. Andres David (of Gideon and Ester): Successful operation to remove a growth in his ear.
101. Allan (1, of Miguel and Meekness): Weight gain.
102. Estercita (7, of Alberto and Fe): Lazy eye; for her eye to strengthen and focus properly.
EUROPE AND AFRICA
103. For the Lords will to be made clear concerning the Homes registration in Kenya and that it will go well if they go ahead with it; for good communications with their lawyer and against too much red tape.
104. That the Lord will work out a way for the teams in Kenya to obtain the needed visas and passes in order to remain there.
105. Nigerian Home: Continued good health; against tropical diseases, especially malaria, which they have battled with off and on since being there.
106. Rain for Namibia, where there is a widespread drought.
107. For our relations with a group of parents in Petersburg, whose children have joined the Family.
108. For our relations with TV stations in the Czech Republic and the Ukraine who want to translate and dub our tools.
109. John, Mercy, Stephen and Peace: Legal paperwork.
110. Philip (of Susie): Recently underwent surgery to remove cancer in his stomach. Three-fourths of his stomach was removed, but he is recovering well and the doctors say the cancer was successfully removed and did not spread to other parts of his body. At this point Philip is still quite weak and has pains when eating his liquid food. For his complete recovery, and that the cancer will not return.
111. Sara (15): Severe case of scoliosis. Her back has developed into an S shape which would require a brace and daily physiotherapy to correct. According to the doctors, it could take two years of special daily exercises to help bring the spine back to a position that would not injure other organs.
112. Heidi (14, of David and Sara): RSD (a problem with the nervous system). Her leg has improved a lot, but she still experiences pain. (See answered prayer #17.)
113. Abi: The neck of her cervix has grown abnormally narrow since a cancer operation, causing pain and difficult periods.
114. Brazilian Maria: Five small cysts that made her uterus grow. For complete healing so removal will not be necessary.
115. Linda Caterina (newborn, of Paul and Tamara): Serious infection in her throat. Now in the hospital under observation.
116. Daniel (newborn, of Daniel and Meekness): Kidney not working properly. Breathing problem.
117. Timmy (6, of Joan Victory): Abnormal opening in his large intestines. Against infections that could result.
118. Clare (teen, of Mary Mom): Diagnosed with a cyst on her ovary, and is bedridden and in pain. That the cyst will shrink and dissolve.
119. Timothy (11 mos., of Anthony and Talitha): Downs syndrome. That he will have no further problems with his heart, and that he can learn to stand and walk.
120. Tim (of Tabi): Recurring cyst on his chin. For good, free medical care.
121. Maria Renacer (of Juan): Ovarian cyst that causes irregular hormones.
122. Simon (of Renee): Sharp pains in leg, possibly thrombosis or another circulatory problem.
123. Joshua GD: Nose injury which restricts breathing at night. Against insomnia. For improved eyesight and against backaches.
124. Melissa (7, of Michael and Michelle): Mild form of epilepsy.
125. Johnny (of Nehemiah and Vigna): For possible operation needed to bring down second testicle.
126. Caleb (65): Serious kidney problems.
127. Katrina (2, of Precious): Enlarged tonsils and adenoids that restrict her breathing.
128. Paloma (7 mos. PG): Dizziness caused by very low blood pressure.
129. Baby Natalie: Skin infections.
130. Martin (10, of Charity): Warts on his face.
131. Maria (of David): Against pain in her womb and lungs.
132. Jessica D. (YA): Extreme menstrual cramps.
133. Christy: Breathing problems.
134. Abner (of Elisa): Numbness in his arms. For better circulation.
135. Elisa (of Abner): Pains in her back and abdomen.
136. Manuel (of Abner and Elisa): Muscle cramps and shaking in his hands.
137. Esther: Irregular heartbeat and heart pains.
138. Samson, Michael (15) and Gabriel (13); Chad: Asthma.
139. Sarah F.: For weight loss and strengthening of tummy muscle. Healing of liver problem due to past hepatitis. Backaches.
140. Philip (5, of Sarah F.): To gain weight and for his protruding navel.
141. Anna (12, of Abner and Mary): Infection on her eyelid.
142. Sara (of David): For weak and painful knees, and against migraines, especially during her periods.
143. Mathias (3 mos., of Jonas and Lisa): Clogged tear ducts.
144. John (of Lily): Small lump on his waist.
145. Sara: Gallstones.
146. Shelly (2, of Steven and Joan): Chronic eczema.
147. Jasmin: Skin rash.
148. Jenny Comfort: Bronchial infections and pain in chest.
149. Priscilla Joy: Ulcers.
150. Teen Faithy: Anorexia.
151. Mariangela (8): Bronchitis.
152. John: Bowel sickness which is very taxing on him.
153. Thaddeus (of Esther): Pain and swelling in knee joints.
154. Dulci (of Aaron CC, PG with number five): High blood cholesterol level, necessitating special diet.
155. Nehemiah: Knee joint has been hurting him a lot lately, hindering his walking.
156. Mercy: Painful ankle, knee and hip joints due to arthritis.
157. Joan Irish: To gain weight.
158. Michael (13, of Joan Irish): For his teeth to straighten and for good orthodontic treatment.
159. Eva: Varicose veins.
160. Betty; Libby; Martina; Catherine (16); Jenny (15, of Nat and Esther); Patience; Miracle: Back problems.
161. Pablo Quijote; Brazilian Praise: Hernia.
162. Elaine; Christina; Martin (of Nina): Serious headaches.
163. Angel YA; Phebe: Insomnia.
PACIFIC
164. Claire (of Matthew): Lymph node infection that has continued to cause difficulty in walking and low fevers. That she will regain full use of her leg; good health for her and her unborn child; for sound medical counsel.
165. Gioia: As was published previously, the Lord answered our prayers for Gioia and she no longer had any trace of a pre-cancerous lesion in her womb. However, follow-up tests showed that the lesion has returned and she is in need of another minor operation. Pray that they will be able to remove all of the lesion, and that it will not return.
166. Leilani (of Arthur, PG with number 14!): That she will carry the baby full term as she miscarried twice before this latest pregnancy.
167. Lydia (of Johanne): Has had a mild heart attack and is very weak. She caught a cold which is further weakening her heart.
168. Crystal Lily (of Francesco): Complete healing of the tumor on her ovary. That the pain will subside from her back, chest, arms and abdominal area. That her unborn baby will not be affected by the tumor.
169. David (of Freya): Painful inflammation in the joint of his right elbow that makes it very difficult for him to pick things up.
170. Kevin (of Marie): Insomnia.
171. Crystal (of Peter): Hives and stomach problems.
172. John (SGA, of Clair): Chronic gum infection.
173. Laura (of Josh); Gideon (of Joan): Heart pains.
174. James (of Jasmine): Reversal of the effects of a serious gum disease.
175. Michelle (17): Daily headaches.
176. Maggie (of Elijah): Lump on her thyroid gland.
177. George (1, of Jimmy and Theresa): Eczema.
178. Hopie (YA, of Josh): Enlarged ovary and inflated uterus, giving her pain and cramps.
179. Ivan (13): That the Lord will straighten his teeth or raise up an orthodontist to helphopefully for free.
180. Sheryl (17): Anemia and dizziness.
181. Emi (9, of Jeremy and Phoebe); Ruth (of John): Asthma.
182. Nana (4, of Marty); Heaven: Corns.
Graduation Notice:
Phillipe (14, of Luke and Joy) has gone on to his Heavenly reward. He had had a cancerous tumor in his brain that was partially removed by surgery, but a short while later his condition worsened and he passed on. Our prayers are with you, Luke and Joy, as we know this must be a trying time. While we understand how difficult this must be for you, we can also rejoice with you, knowing that Phillipe has received the greatest healing of all and will never be in pain or suffer again.
NOTICES AND TESTIMONIES OF ANSWERED PRAYER
From Tommy, Juan and Maria, South America:
Two major healing miracles occurred this month. The first involved a friend of one our Bible students who had a case of terminal cancer. He had lost most of his hair and was told he had only a couple of months to live. After we prayed for him in one of our evening Bible studies, he was healed. He has lost his pale look, his hair has grown back, and he has no pain! A miracle!
This same student prayed for another friend who had been suffering for years with ovarian cysts that had reached the point of hemorrhaging. She was desperate, and right before going in for surgery, H. (our Bible student friend) told her about the power of prayer and prayed for her on the spot. We prayed again in our Friday night Bible study, and the next day the woman called H. with the amazing results: all six malignant cysts had disappeared, leaving the doctors scratching their heads in disbelief! This woman was crying for joy over the phone and now wants to host a new Bible study group in her home.
From Zacarias and Lucero, South America:
We prayed for a girl who had a tumor on the right side of her face that was causing breathing difficulties and lots of pain. The sinusitis she had for years seemed to be the cause of the tumor. The doctors said she needed an operation to avoid more complications.When we prayed for her that night, we asked for immediate healing and claimed the Lords promises. The same night she had a raging fever and the tumor dissolved naturally. The next day, the swelling completely disappeared, she was able to breathe, and was completely healed. TTL!
From Charity, India:
I have been fighting quite a lot of battles with my health, having had attacks of asthma off and on. I know that through it all the Lord is trying to help me see how much I need Him, and that I just need to let go and lean on His arms. Lord help me, Im so often struggling and trying to be strong. Every time I tried to be strong in myself, I just felt worse and also got really discouraged about not getting better and being able to help on the schedule, especially with the Home being so tight personnel-wise already.
The Praise Kisses were a real help to me during those times. I tried to read them to the Lord with my whole heart and would get very convicted, as often it would say, I want to give You my time and everything I have. I knew that I had been murmuring in my heart about not being able to get out of bed and back into action. I wasnt really cherishing my time with the Lord this way, and I asked the Lord to forgive me. I noticed that when I tried to just relax and picture myself lying in the Lords arms, then often I felt much better physically. Praise the Lord! Now I have the Praise Kisses lying right next to my bed and I read a few first thing in the morning. Besides helping me to express my love and praise to the Lord, they are also very feeding and inspiring!
From Steven and Christina, India:
One night Christina woke up with severe pain in her lower abdomen. She couldnt move and didnt know if she could make it till the morning. She woke Steven up to pray with her for healing. Being in India and quite a ways from any good hospital, it had to take a miracle. She promised the Lord that shed testify of the healing if He healed her and shed be more faithful to pray for others who need healing. After drifting into sleep, she woke up with the pain completely gone! Thank the Lord!
Pray Before You Play!
From Amy (9, of Esther and Nathanael), South Africa:
Hi, Im Amy and I want to tell you a little story about how Jesus healed me from a bad accident. I hope you enjoy my exciting story.
One day in the Botanical Gardens, I was roller-blading on the pavement. It was kinda slippery as it had just rained. My sister and I were going up and down a little hill and we were going very fast. I was holding on to Heidi when I felt that I was falling and BOOM, I was unconscious.
Mommy took me to the hospital and the doctors said that my collarbone was fractured. They told me to stay in the hospital, as they didnt know how my head was doing. It didnt look too good.
Everybody at home was praying for me. Even though the doctors thought my head was fractured, when they looked at it the next day they said it was totally fine! I had my arm in a sling for a few weeks after that, but thank You Jesus, He healed me super well.
Also, when I looked in the mirror, I saw I was missing half my tooth, and it could have been real bad, but Jesus gave me a sweet dentist to fix my front adult tooth.
I am very thankful that I got healed up so quickly, and that Jesus helped me to not be too seriously hurt. But I learned to always pray before I play!
I love you all!
(Editors note: Thank you Amy for this wonderful testimony of the Lords protection. And to all of you avid rollerbladers, please remember that you need to be prayerful and careful. And part of being careful is always wearing protective geara helmet and knee, wrist and elbow padswhile engaging in this sport! And dont rollerblade on wet slippery pavements, or you may regret it. Rollerblading accidents can be severe and debilitating, and seriously hinder your work for the Lord! Take good care of yourself, you belong to Him!)
Details on Sammys Illness and Update on Prayer Request. (See Prayer Request #25.)
From Lily, North America:
It all began just over a year ago when we found out Sam (then nine) had cancer, and so began our journey through the Jordan.
He had a massive tumor in his chest that was rapidly closing his windpipe, which was down to an opening the size of a straw! The type of cancer he had, lymphoma, grows very quickly. At that point we didnt know if the Lord was going to take him Home. The Lord gave him great grace and great faith in prayer during that time. We were desperate for the Lords guidance, as the doctors had placed him in ICU, due to his shrinking windpipe and wanted to begin chemotherapy immediately to try to shrink the tumor.
The Lord gave us His encouraging Words: We have not an High Priest Who cannot be touched with the feelings of our infirmities. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against powers, against principalities, against spiritual wickedness in high places. Be not afraid, for it is not your fight only, but it is My fight. You must stand strong and be vigilant, for your adversary the Devil walketh about as a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour. Lift [Sammy] up in prayer, bathe him in prayer, envelope him in prayer, for the Enemy will fight. Be strong and of good courage, for I have overcome the Enemy, but you must do your part to lift him up in prayer. He is in My care; so have I placed him in the hands of those who care for him, but you must pray for them and follow their counsel.
The Lord began to answer the question of why. He had lessons of prayer for us to learn, an area which had been a weakness for us, as we were in a habit of going too fast, and leaning too much to our own understanding and the arm of the flesh.
During that month in the hospital with Sam, everything depended on prayer. We had entered a world where time seems to stand still, and the Lord was teaching us the only way to learn to be prayerful was to slow it downand I mean way down! At one point I couldnt read or pray any more. I felt totally spent and I just sat in my chair, curled up with my pillow and rebuked the Devil for over an hour.
Then the doctor came in and asked to talk to me. As we were talking in the hall, the door opened and out came Sam, who started walking up and down the hall, pushing his IV unit. We both just stood there amazed, as it was the first time Sam had shown any fight to even get out of bed for fear of pain if he triedand here he had gotten up and dressed and was walking around like the other kids. The Lord was teaching me that prayer isnt the least you can do, but the most you can do, as I realized the time spent rebuking the Devil and fighting in the Spirit had broken the fear and the Enemys oppression over Sam.
The doctors began the treatment and the tumor dissolved. As there is such a high rate of lymphoma returning, they said he would need to continue with the chemotherapy for two years. So he has continued weekly treatments, which has been a battle of trusting that even if they shall drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them (Mark.16:18), a verse weve clung to. One of the biggest tests has been that of trusting that the Lord will keep him and bring him through without even the smell of smoke.
From the beginning, the Lord told us to follow the doctors counsel, as they were in His hands. We realized nothing happens by accident, and it has been something the Lords taken us through to teach us many lessons (and Sam as well).
In July, Sam came down with shingles and we had to stay in the hospital for 10 days. During this time, Sam got pretty discouraged, as he had a high fever, earache and low blood pressure. I shared with him about rebuking the Devil and fighting his lies and discouraging thoughts. I had to leave the room for a few minutes, and when I came back Sam was like a different person. His eyes and face were shining and he was at peace. He then related to us a vision he had received of the angels disposing of the demons that were trying to get him. It sounded so far out, but who was I to questionhis fever was gone, his blood pressure was normal and his ear didnt hurt! TYJ!
Another major lesson the Lords been teaching us is to not be so accomplishment-oriented, but to have the right priorities of loving Jesus and others and to have more outgoing concern, which is hard to do if were so busy accomplishing things. We realize we are still a long ways from what the Lord wants us to be, but at least Hes got our attention! We are so thankful for the New Wine, especially the garment of prophecy and the Loving Jesus revelation. It is saving us, literally.
We are just so thankful for our Family, and know we couldnt have made it this far without everyones prayers and support. Were very appreciative of Josiah and Joy, Mercy and Matt and Joy who have cared for our kids as their own during this timeunselfishly and sacrificially living the One Wife vision. God bless them! Thank you for your prayers.
GREATER THINGS THAN THESE SHALL YE DO.
From Tim Martin (22) and Daniel (25), Eastern Europe:
We were sitting in the park, having a little praise time and prayer vigil in the middle of our witnessing day, when our attention was caught by a young man on the bench in front of us. He seemed to be having sudden pain; his face was turning red, he was gasping for air and we thought that he was having a heart attack. So we quickly went over to him and tried to help. He couldnt talk at first, but then started answering our questions. We asked if we should take him to a hospital or call for a doctor, but he whispered that this happens often with him and will hopefully pass soon. We offered to pray for his healing. He agreed and so we prayed for him together. He repeated the Salvation prayer with us and also was filled with the Holy Spirit.
A few minutes later he began getting better and could talk with us more freely. It turned out that he was aware that his sickness was not physical, but spiritual. He said he was plagued by a bad spirit. Both of us had had the same impression! Everything had started with his increased fascination for horror movies a couple of years back. At one point he felt like some dark power entered into his life and started plaguing him from then on. Nothing could help, none of the doctors. This day he had his worst experience yet; he had felt like it was going to kill him!
Then amazingly, after about ten minutes of our conversation and showing him the verses from the Bible that he has Jesus in his heart after praying with us, he suddenly exclaimed that he feels whole again! What a miracle! You could definitely see the light in his eyes and we poured more Word into him about Jesus power and light! We told him that now he had to fill the empty space in his soul with Gods Spirit and he was eager to do it! It was a wonderful testimony to both of us, especially because just that morning we had read parts from the Bible where the Lord was doing miracles and helping people and we were wondering if it could still be done today. The same day the Lord gave us this example that strengthened our faith and showed us that He that believeth on Me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do (John 14:12).
SUMMARY OF THE LONG-TERM LIST
Following is a brief summary of the main topics covered in the last long-term list (PL 35). We hope this will come in handy to jog your memory when praying for these topics. This is not meant as a substitute for PL 35, so please try to refer to PL 35 for the specifics whenever possible.
Mama and Peter and their staff
Family Leadership, CROs, VSes
Pregnant mothers/newborns
Childcare teachers/shepherds
Children and their shepherding/education
Teens/JETTs
General good health of all Family members
WS pubs production
Video/audio productions
Witnessing/follow-up
Friends/supporters
Young peoples witnessing ministry
Special outreach ministries
Mail ministries
Home teamworks
Home/WS finances
Good Word/prayer time
Housing
Landlords/neighbors
Legal paperwork
Vehicles/drivers
Stability of local and national governments
Media teams
Lawyers/academics
Media coverage/contacts
Protection from persecution
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