Summer Break – Summer Bible Study and more...

Hi, Lynn Donovan with you today.

The writers at SUM will take the month of July off. We will resume in August with our Summer Bible Study. We will announce the study at the beginning of August.

Couple of things. If you need support or prayers to pray, visit the tabs on this site, Marching, Enforcer.

Also, Ann’s book, The Pair-Shaped Promise, went on sale for the Amazon Prime days. Order it here.

Will you take 10 and answer some questions? Such as what type of Bible study or passage or topic would you like to study. And also a few more about future content and how we may serve you better. Survey is below.

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What I Know For Sure by Barb Twigg

God Is Always Faithful

 

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The is Practical Faith month. This post is simple but a beautiful example of how to live out our faith in generosity. Thank you Jean. Hugs, Lynn

Enjoy!

by: Jean Ritari

Some years ago, I read a short story about a man who had a special slot in his wallet. Every time he got paid, he put some cash into it. That money was set aside for helping others whenever an opportunity arose to meet a need. He never had to stop and decide whether he could afford it, because the decision to give had already been made the day he put the money there. 

I don’t remember many details of the story. I’m sure it included examples of the difference his generosity made in people’s lives. But it inspired me to start my own “giving pocket.” I began directing part of my paycheck into a separate bank account that I use whenever I sense God prompting me to help someone. I use it for electronic giving, but I also withdraw cash to keep on hand for unexpected opportunities to be a blessing. I never end up carrying it very long. 

To my surprise, this practice of intentional generosity has become a great source of joy to me. It gives me a chance to share with others some of the kindness God has shown me. As Jesus says, “Freely you have received; freely give” (Matthew 10:8). 

I’d encourage you to consider setting up your own “giving pocket.” There are no rules about when to give, who to give to, or how much to give. It’s simply a decision that this money won’t be spent on yourself. God knows the joy of giving without expecting anything in return, and He wants us to know it too. 

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Ann here!

My friends, I am asking myself if I saw an angel a few weeks ago.

Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvation? (Hebrews 1:14, KJV)

I wonder if we should be more receptive and open to the fact that angels are here. I mean, I go days – weeks, even — without thinking about angels. But I wonder if I should think about them more than I do.

Ok, well, here’s what happened a few weeks ago:

I was sitting in the garden of a church, in England. I was waiting for my Mum to pick me up from there, and knew I had a little time, so I opened a leather book I had been writing in, and I started to talk to God ….

I started to talk to God about his plans for me in the future. I said, “What are we building together next, Lord?” and I drew some pictures of some of the things that represented what he currently seemed to be doing, and therefore what was ‘next’ in my life.

I doodled a little, “We’re gonna do this”, and “we’re gonna do this”, and “we’re gonna do this, Lord”….

“But Lord, what do you have next for me to do?”

At that point I looked up and saw my Mum drive slowly past in her car, her face firmly set forward, without seeing me. So I hurriedly packed everything up and headed towards the road. On reaching the pavement, however, I could not see my Mum’s car and she seemed to have disappeared into thin air!

It was hot. Yes, England was experiencing an unheard of heatwave that week. And I stood there with my suitcase, many bags, and too-hot clothes, with the sun beating down on me. It seemed that Mum was taking an age, and there I was sweating away. Suddenly I got despondent and hung my head.

This journey of mine to England had not been easy, and as I hung my head I thought: “I just want to be back in New Zealand.”

Suddenly:

“Oh!” I heard, next to me. Then “Oh! OHHHH.”

It was as if someone had recognised my thoughts. And who was this person? I turned my head, and there was a woman in her sixties. Slightly plump.

She was right next to me, and our eyes met. She then said a phrase:

“It’s worth it, whatever you’re planning.”

Then, off she walked, briskly, with her back to me, not turning around once, not stopping to talk to me about what she had just said.

I was stunned. Perhaps she was a Christian with a prophetic gift. But about half an hour later it occurred to me that she might have been something different. I asked myself then, “Was she an angel?”

My friends, have you had a moment where you thought someone was an angel?

I can only say I’ve thought that once, possibly twice, before in my life.

Let’s chat in the comments!

Ann

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June is Practical Faith Month.

Last Tuesday I was in Los Angeles visiting family. The day Mike and I arrived I was experiencing severe abdominal pain. It lasted for several days. It was so painful on Tuesday, I almost went to the ER. I decided to wait it out and as the week progressed the pain decreased.

This is my account of what a life of faith looks like in the real.

I know so many people who are battling cancer and disease right now. I try very hard to refrain from partnering with fear. But facing significant pain in one area of my abdomen, created a scare within. The “C” word.

I decided to wait to return to No Cal as I had a standing appointment with my physician the next Tuesday. So I had to face down my fears. Every. Single Day. I said to myself that I am living in divine health. I prayed and ask Jesus for healing. I prayed and rebuked fear and would literally say, “I will not partner with fear.”

My appointment with my physician on Tuesday set off a battery of tests, X-ray and a CT scan.

And in the middle of all of this my doggie, Gracie, severely hurt her back. A Vet ER visit, tests and medication. Poor thing is in so much pain; she won’t stand up by herself.

So, in chaos and fear what is a woman of faith to do? I pray. I believe. I fight against fear and coming into agreement with disease and pain. For both me and my pup. BTW, Jesus loves it when we pray for our pets.

The message I relied on was this; I heard a pastor once say that when you are at high levels of faith, disease is defeated. I stood on this truth. I trusted.

Today, I’m waiting for some of the results of my scans. However, much of the blood work results reflect that I am completely healthy. Probably healthier than my eating habits would reflect.

Gracie, is crate bound but she is eating. Hallelujah.

My friend, this is my living example of how a life of prayer and faith have protected me. Over and over again.

I fall on my knees with such thankfulness. Jesus, is our healer.. His truth, His blood, His name are our healing and the defeat of disease, disaster and more.

The devil tries to hit me every year about this time. But each year, I arise. I will NOT stop praying for my family. I will not stop my ministry prayer with others. I will write books that lead people to greater faith levels.

And you, my friend, if you have read this far, you are also one who lives in great “faith levels.” Stand tall. Arise with every blow and allow the glory of our King Jesus to be seen in you and around you.

If you or someone you know is facing health issues, leave a name or a condition. I will pray. You will pray. Then you can write me when Jesus shows up.

I love you, Lynn

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