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| Prayer…that’s one powerful network! |
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Today as I witnessed the prayers continuously sought and offered here on MyChurch, I thought of the scene pictured above. Having watched this numerous times in the Verizon commercials, I now see it in a totally new way!! Do we realize that we have a prayer “network” that follows us wherever we go?? We needn’t go anywhere alone again! And as it grows in size and intensity, so does our power to be delivered, and to see others delivered too!!
1:10 On him we have set our hope that he will continue to deliver us, 1:11 as you help us by your prayers.
How lovely are the prayers of those who quietly, humbly intercede on behalf of others! We don’t always see them, in fact we may rarely see them. But I am confident that they are praying just the same. May we all plug into this network, for the sake of those we love, and for our neighbors and Christian brethren, and even for ourselves. Imagine how powerful this network could become. Sure gives me confidence, knowing I’ve got a network behind me.
Thanks, intercessors!! |
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| To add a comment to "Prayer…that’s one powerful network!" |
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| December 02, 2008 |
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ME TOO MIKE. LOVE IT.!
I'M GLAD TO BE IN THE NUMBER. |
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| December 02, 2008 |
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| Count me in! Thank you Lord for prayer warriors! Thanks Mike for an awesome analogy... this is just what I needed today. God bless you for sharing in obedience. |
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| December 02, 2008 |
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Jewlz...psst, look behind you! lol
Terry my dear neighbor, when will we see you again?! Thank you for your prayers, I know you're in there! |
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| December 02, 2008 |
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| IT FOLLOWS ME WHERE EVER I GO....... |
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| December 02, 2008 |
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Mike... you make so much sense in your dorky little way... I just adore you. |
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| December 02, 2008 |
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hehehe, I'm laughing here! Joey, cmon, who's the dorky one around here?? (ok, maybe it is me)
You bet Denise. Turn around and look, they're there right now!! |
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| December 02, 2008 |
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| Real Soon Mike..LOL |
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| December 02, 2008 |
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| Good one..Mike. |
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| December 02, 2008 |
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| Good one Mike. It gives us strength to know we have a MCPW network to call upon to pray in times of need. God bless every one. |
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| December 02, 2008 |
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| Great one Mike and I finally get that photo. |
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| December 03, 2008 |
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| great analogy
Amen
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| December 03, 2008 |
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| What a great thought! :) |
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| December 03, 2008 |
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Hehe,
Sometimes I do admit to saying to God, "Can you hear me now?" |
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| December 03, 2008 |
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| Praise God Mike...Prayer *is* the key...and Faith unlocks the door ;o) |
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| December 03, 2008 |
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The more we pray the more our faith grows.The more we pray, the more we get the spiritual ear wax out of our ears &the better we hear the Holy Soirit & the easier it is to obey & serve God.It's easier to pray as we ought when the holy Spirit is leading us. |
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| December 03, 2008 |
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Dennis, HAHAHA!!! (ah, but don't we all, hehe) Sarah, great observation. Prayer certainly IS good for our faith. Spiritual ear wax? lol, creative! Thanks Marjay, no doubt prayer is way more important than most of us give it credit for! Megan, I couldn't wait to reveal to you the purpose of that silly photo, lol. Penny...isn't that awesome? A whole network behind us! I am having a hard time getting over that thought! (Frankly, I don't want to "get over it" either!) Thanks Joe, Grant, & Peace Angel! |
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| December 03, 2008 |
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| Dear Handmaiden, oh you are a part alright, an IMPORTANT part!!! |
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| December 03, 2008 |
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| Love the network!!!!!! |
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| December 03, 2008 |
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| It's a good feeling Mike... :) |
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| December 03, 2008 |
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| Without the prayers of others where would we be?? I know in my heart it is because of the prayers that are prayed for me and mine that we still hanging on... Thank you my precious, precious friends.... |
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| December 03, 2008 |
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| Mary, you are a faithful part of that network too! |
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| December 03, 2008 |
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| What a great reminder that we are never alone. Prayer is such an important thing... reminding us that we are never, ever alone for as long as there is prayer we are strengthened together... excellent. Many thanks and blessings to all... |
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| December 03, 2008 |
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| Amen!!!!! How powerful and perfect is God's plan of prayer in our lives and others. I have really been struggling with my own prayer life these past few months, but know it's important to press through. |
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| December 04, 2008 |
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| Jade, Angie, thank you and love/blessings to you! Don't let that multitude that's following you around startle you!! (LOL) |
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| December 04, 2008 |
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| (yay, I figured out how to center the photo!) |
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| December 04, 2008 |
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| Good illustration, Mike! I'll use it next time I'm asked to preach. |
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| December 04, 2008 |
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What an encouraging message! Its a great picture to think about and so true! |
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| December 04, 2008 |
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Mindi....prayer network... it's ALL good! :-) So glad you are encouraged!
Ed...great, anything to help! |
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| December 04, 2008 |
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| One of my favorite things about MyChurch is the abundance of prayer warriors! |
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| December 04, 2008 |
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Yes Mike! I believe, as the scripture says, that Jesus is seated at the right hand of God and intercedes for us...but I also believe that He does not do that except through His libs...and that is what some of us are. It is a privilege and honor to allow the Spirit of Christ to lift up those intercessions through us to God our Father. 8:26 And in like manner the Spirit also helpeth our infirmity: for we know not how to pray as we ought; but the Spirit himself maketh intercession for `us' with groanings which cannot be uttered; 8:27 and he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to `the will of' God. 8:34 who is he that condemneth? It is Christ Jesus that died, yea rather, that was raised from the dead, who is at the right hand of God, who also maketh intercession for us. 12:27 Now ye are the body of Christ, and severally members thereof.
Blessings!
Craig
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| December 04, 2008 |
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Thanks Craig! I just posted Rom 8:34 in a comment to another blog, good verse! GrammyB, we need 'em! |
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| December 04, 2008 |
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| Great one Mike. If we knew all the prayers being said for us each day, we would be shocked! |
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| December 04, 2008 |
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| Mike, it is amazing how God will use the simple things in life to get Glory and many times we miss it because we are still gazing at the sky looking for the fan-fare. Thanks for showing me the network. It is an awesome feeling to know that the network is there |
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| December 04, 2008 |
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Matthew 4:19 (Amplified) And He said to them, Come after Me [as disciples--letting Me be your Guide], follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men!
The original "network".
The Intercessor
My works are like a grain of sand on the beach of GOD's grace
As I struggle and falter in this part of the race
Unable to continue I stop to rest
And watch as others give their best
From somewhere I find the strength to rise
And throw off the burden of an enemy's lies
Unknown to me one has stopped to assist
Seeing what others conveniently missed
Caring enough to lift me in prayer
And loving enough my burden to share
As the weary rises to run once again
Strengthened by the love of an unknown friend
Intercessor's prayers fly as on wings
No one hears as the sea gull sings
Flying above the turmoil of sin
Intercessor's watch begins
Night is nearing and the tide is rising
Intercessor searches and listens for crying
Of those too weak or are stuck in sin
Unable to escape a past or what may have been
As Intercessor plants his prayers with tears
The Spirit strengthens and frees from fears
The tide comes in at the feet of the saint
As he walks away freely without restraint
Ever present but rarely sought
this vision of prayer is set at naught
As others seek proof of gifts and power
Intercessor watches for one more hour
.....peace..... |
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| December 04, 2008 |
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Aw, Gordon, the tears of an intercessor are usually nothing compared to the tears of those who are going through the trials and suffering. Granted they are offered in love, often unsolicited. Wonderful poem, wonderful message, thanks for posting it. I'm honored and graced by you! Sheree - I agree.....phooey on the fanfare! The "network" is silent, ubiquitous, and most unspectacular! Deb, I'm sure we would be shocked if we only knew how many ppl were praying for us, and sometimes even who is praying for us. Like those we don't know, or those we think we've offended, or even those who we think have been ignoring us! This network is outa control! |
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| December 06, 2008 |
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| Amen Mike! |
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| December 08, 2008 |
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Mike --- Aw, Gordon, the tears of an intercessor are usually nothing compared to the tears of those who are going through the trials and suffering.
The shortest verse in the Bible...
Jesus wept.
Those words written as He stood at the tomb of His friend, Lazarus. The tears of Jesus were nothing compared to the tears of Mary and Martha as they were suffering the loss of a brother.
Another time we read that Jesus looked upon the city of Jerusalem and wept over it. His tears were nothing compared to the tears being shed in the city over the injustice the people suffered.
Yes, Mike, the tears of an intercessor cannot be compared to the tears of those who suffer. They are quite unique and precious in the sight of GOD. The heart of an intercessor breaks over the broken and is poured out in prayer for those who are empty. Intercessors can't fix what is wrong but can bring the wrong before GOD. Intercessors carry burdens others ignore. Intercessors weep, whether for one person or a city because they care deeply. Intercessors, called of GOD, continue long after the volunteers quit. Intercessors are out of sight before man but targets in spiritual warfare.
.....peace.....
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| December 08, 2008 |
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Intercessors are out of sight before man but targets in spiritual warfare.
Exceptional insight...wow. |
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| December 11, 2008 |
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| Mike...I love, love, love this analogy! Did I mention that I LOVE it?! the visual above is one I will keep in my mind and on my heart as I go through life's trials, knowing that I have a network - no, many networks - of people praying! Thanks a bunch for this! |
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| December 16, 2008 |
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| Mike, You really do have an interesting way of seeing things. We do have a network of prayers following us. We also have a network for friends and a place to share our faith. How blessed we are to be free to worship and praise God without fear of persicution! Thanks for sharing! Judy |
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| December 16, 2008 |
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Thanks Judy! It's important to remember that network. The devil wants us to forget there's an entire network of believers praying for us! Ok, maybe those who pray regularly are few, but they are still out there. And even a small network of prayer warriors is very powerful. The prayers of a righteous man (or woman) are powerful and effective (availeth much)!! (acc to James 5:16)
And thank you Carol! I agree, great visual!! (I didn't come up with it, the advertising guys at Verizon did, lol!!) |
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| January 02, 2009 |
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LOL... I missed this Mike!!
OMGosh!! I love it!!
I'll NEVER see that commercial the same way again.
Then add the "Everything" skit.
The view of what happens when we pray that do not see with the eyes.
 THAT is our God!
What a might God we serve |
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