Topple My Pride

God hates pride, and must bring it down, because pride sets myself up as an idol before God, as I bow to my own opinions and desires and push others to bow to them too.  But humility draws God near, and brings His favor. James 4:6, Proverbs 8:13, Isaiah 25:11, Jeremiah 49:16.  Lord, forgive meContinue reading “Topple My Pride”

Israel-Gaza Ceasefire Update

The body of the last female hostage left in Gaza, Inbar Haiman, 27, and eight men men, Sgt. Maj. Muhammad el-Atrash, 39, Uriel Baruch, 35, Tamir Nimrodi, 19, Eitan Levy, 53, Guy Illouz, 26, Bipin Joshi, 23, Cptn. Daniel Perez, 22, Yossi Sharabi, 53, were returned to Israel this week, along with another body Hamas saidContinue reading “Israel-Gaza Ceasefire Update”

130 Dead or Missing in Mexico Floods

Heavy rains and flash floods in Poza Rica, MEXICO, damaged about 100,000 homes, killed at least 64 people and left 65 or more missing, while 10,000 troops work alongside civilians in rescue efforts. Floods and hurricane-force winds of Typhoon Halong in western Alaska, USA, on Monday left one dead and two missing. Some 51 wereContinue reading “130 Dead or Missing in Mexico Floods”

Hostages Returned to Israel

Praise God, Hamas released all 20 live hostages yesterday! Thank you to all of you who have been praying together with us these last two years. God has answered this prayer, and a ceasefire is now in effect. For information on all the hostages released or deceased over these two years, refer to our Israel-GazaContinue reading “Hostages Returned to Israel”

Two More Powerful Earthquakes in the Philippines Yesterday

At least seven have died in two earthquakes that shook the area of Manay Town, Davao Oriental province, in the southern Philippines yesterday — a 7.4 magnitude in the morning that caused landslides and damaged hospitals; and a 6.8 that night. These come as the Philippines seeks to recover from a 6.9 magnitude quake andContinue reading “Two More Powerful Earthquakes in the Philippines Yesterday”

Israel, Gaza, Tibet Headlines Shift in Answer to Prayer

ISRAEL-GAZA: Hamas and Israel have agreed to the first phase of a ceasefire plan, which includes the release of all 48 hostages left in Gaza (20 of them alive), most likely on Monday. It also includes Israeli troops withdrawing to an agreed-upon point and the release of a number of Palestinian prisoners. TIBET: All ofContinue reading “Israel, Gaza, Tibet Headlines Shift in Answer to Prayer”

Arm Us with Strength

What trials have you been through this year? And what has God shown you in the midst of them? How will He pull you through the trials yet to come? I have allowed these trials because there are ways I am pursuing you. I am not hidden. I’m right here with you. Always have been.Continue reading “Arm Us with Strength”

“Hurricane of Grace” – Texas Church Baptizes 682 in Two Days

A month after 2819 Church baptized 2,576, and a week and a half after the assassination of Charlie Kirk, a vibrant church in Rockwell, Texas, baptized 682 people in one weekend. “My 17 yr old son and I were two of those. In my nearly 59 years on this earth, I’ve never felt more alive.Continue reading ““Hurricane of Grace” – Texas Church Baptizes 682 in Two Days”

Severe Weather Traps 1,000 on Mt. Everest, Floods Philippines, China, Nepal

A sudden snowstorm trapped 1,000 people on the eastern slope of Tibet’s Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak (29,000 feet or 8,849 meters) and a popular destination for climbers and hikers. Hundreds of villagers and rescue teams have been working at about 16,000 feet (4,900 meters) to free them before it’s too late, as manyContinue reading “Severe Weather Traps 1,000 on Mt. Everest, Floods Philippines, China, Nepal”

Atlanta Church Baptizes 2,576 in Two Days

A vibrant church in Atlanta, Georgia, baptized 1,441 people August 16 and 1,135 more by the end of the next day. In a “glimpse of glory, 2,576 lives laid down their past and rose into the promise of new life. This is the power of the gospel,” 2819 Church wrote on Instagram. “Through a resurrectionContinue reading “Atlanta Church Baptizes 2,576 in Two Days”