In Jesus' Name, Amen

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...he should no longer live the rest of his time in the flesh for the lusts of men, but for the will of God...- [1 Peter 4:2]

 Abba, help me daily to align myself to Your will for i long and yearn for my reward that white stone with the new name You've already given me.  That's what gives me joy, knowing that You will provide for me a new name in a new dwelling.  One crown is okay, but the white stone seems to matter to me the most right now.  So i pray. The only fear i have is of You, Heavenly Father, and all the people and circumstances have no power over me at all.  So i pray.  And You keep me calm and confident as You spend Your time to work for me as You see fit.

i am waiting on You, Lord, to open the way.  Help me to take the next logical step by faith, not by my own will.  Because of Your presence, Abba, my fight or flight days are over.  The Lord your God walks in the midst of your camp, to deliver you. - [Deuteronomy 23:14] Any more crisis which come my way are faith builders for the future.  Instead of getting stuck listing or thinking about what You have not yet done, i start thinking and focusing on what You have done.  And You have already delivered me many times these past few years.  You are constantly preparing me for what i'll have to go through.

You love me and lead me.  You will intend for good in all these circumstances.  Your Word is creative.  Your Word restores.  You are working in my ruins, and You, my Savior, are my Shield.  Nothing can shock or surprise You.  Your Hand is in everything anyway.  That's why i'm becoming calmer now.  You can more than handle my gripes and complaints. Me--an animated dirt ball!  A stupid little piece of dust.

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