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The Heart of Prayer

11/16/2014

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 “Father, if it is Your will, take this cup away from Me; nevertheless not My will, but Yours, be done.”
~Luke 22:42 (NKJV)
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Prayer is one of the most, if not the most, vital Christian Discipline; and, one of the greatest Gift Believers have been gifted with. And of all the things we seek in prayer, guidance/direction is certainly a priority. But I have noticed that quite often, seeking God's guidance/direction can have a selfish origin. 

There are many times when I have been guilty of asking for God's direction in my life solely out of fear of making the wrong decision (and reaping the consequences of that decision), or out of a self-interested desire to succeed or "be blessed." Now some may be scratching their head right now asking, "Well what's so bad about that?" Maybe nothing. Even Jesus prayed to be released from what He knew was coming. But even in that, our prayers, like His, must be fueled not by fear or self interest, but by Faith. Hence His use of the word, "nevertheless."

The Lord desires that we grow into a love and loyalty relationship with Him that causes our prayers to become nevertheless prayers. He desires our prayer for direction and guidance to be a cry of surrender fueled by a Faith that says, "I trust You Lord." At the heart of our prayers He desires, not a whisper to be directed away from our fears and failures, but a cry to be sent no matter what the cost.....because we know that in HIM we don't have to fear, and there is no failure.

What is the secret to this kind of relationship that leads to these kinds of prayers? Being still, instead of rescuing ourselves when faced with fear and failure. I have heard the verse, "Be still and know that I AM God" more times this weekend than I have all year! But this is the key! As we face our troubles and tribulations, we learn to trust His will and what He allows when we stand still and give Him freedom to rescue us. The more we experience this reality, the more our prayers become prayers of faith, trust, and surrender, instead of prayers of fear and self-interest. That is why Jesus could say "nevertheless," and endure the unimaginable out of obedience to a Father He trusted with all His heart, soul, and mind.

Will you decide today to begin this new way of praying by letting Him have total control of your life and will? It could make all the difference in your Monday!

Make Mondays Matter,

Dawn~
~Pouring my life out in worship, like Costly Oil~

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A Journey to Regain Health: God’s Plan Pt. 2

11/10/2014

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 “Neither this man nor his parents sinned,” said Jesus, “but this happened so that the works of God might be displayed in him. As long as it is day, we must do the works of him who sent me. Night is coming, when no one can work. While I am in the world, I am the light of the world.” ~John 9:3-5 (NIV)
I wanted to speak on how the journey to better help has changed our lives in the past 5 years but instead I am going to change directions briefly and speak about our current status. 

Fall came in quickly but I was prepared ahead of time and made sure to give the boys their preventative arsenal of fall medications/supplements early. This fall the preventative measures didn't work as well as I wanted them. This has not been the best fall season for their lungs and noses with the alternating cold and warm weather patterns. They have been ill off and on since the beginning of September until present. We are back to the constant visits to the PACS (Pulmonary/Allergy/Cystic Fibrosis/Sleep) Clinic, Urgent Care, and Pediatrician offices. 

I've been frustrated, tired, not understanding how this change in health could have happened, and down and out feeling sorry for myself. Well guess what…no one likes a pity party so Friday night I prayed and asked God to forgive me, vented to Him about the boys constant illnesses and then switched gears to pray a prayer of faith despite what their health appears to be in the natural to the One who gave me a promise of healing in my sons bodies. Come to find out from watching a Christian interview after my prayer that I had prayed a prayer from John 9:1-6. 

The power of God will be seen in my children. One thing we do have is the promises of God given to us throughout the Bible and they will take place in our lives!!! I just wanted to share a quick message of hope, faith, and holding on to the promises of God during some of the hardest challenges and situations of our lives. God is there and He even gets down in the dirty situations of our lives and brings in healing water by the power of the Holy Spirit to bring healing to our bodies…what a message!!! 

Until our next meeting God Bless You,
Lakeisha Howell
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Lakeisha Howell is a full-time wife and mother, board member for VOYCE Academy, and beloved and devoted Child of God. Stay tuned each month to follow her journey as she shares the health benefits she has learned by living and eating according to God's original design.
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R.E.A.L.* Moment Monday

11/3/2014

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The Season to Give Thanks

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"I always thank my God for you because of His grace given you in Christ Jesus." 
~1 Corinthians 1:4 (NIV)




This month for our Relationships Ever Abiding in Love (R.E.A.L.) Moment Monday, I share a favorite  writing of mine that I wrote one Thanksgiving long ago. For me, this writing encompasses what it truly means to abide in Love and Thanks for everyone and everything God has permitted to help bring us to where we are in life. 

But first I would like to start out by saying how thankful I am to all of YOU, our MMM readers who have not only faithfully followed this blog, but have shared our page, made gracious comments, and prayed with us over the past two and a half years! You all make my heart swell with humility and gratitude! THANK YOU!!! And May you each have a wonderful Thanksgiving Season this year! 

Please enjoy the below writing and feel free to share it with your loved ones and acquaintances, just as I have and hope to continue doing.

Blessings,

Dawn~
~Pouring my life out in worship, like Costly Oil~
Happy Thanksgiving
I’m thankful for each one of my children.  I’m thankful for the memory of every kiss, every smile, hug and touch.  I’m thankful for every scar, birthmark, and birth defect that reminds me of my time and experiences with them.  I’m thankful for every acquaintance and family member who has made my heart full of lively and precious memories.  I’m thankful for every memory that brings a smile and tear to my eye.  I’m thankful for every new acquaintance and family member that will fill my future with enlightening and maybe life changing experiences.  I’m thankful for the lost acquaintances and family members who have made a permanent impression on my life that will never be erased by the lack of their physical presence.  As I enter this holiday season, I take nothing for granted, but embrace everything that I have.  For one day very soon I could only have memories.  Thank you to every one of you who are and will become a part of filling my life with the experiences that help to make me who I am… 

As you enjoy this Thanksgiving season, your family, and your friends, and as you give thanks for all your many blessings, stop and say a prayer for those who will be enjoying this season alone, hospitalized, or with strangers.  And be extra thankful if that is not you.  

Happy Thanksgiving!
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    Make Mondays Matter

    This year at Costly Oil, we will continue looking at the stories of women in the Bible and apply those lessons to what we are experiencing today. Here on our MMM Blog, we will dig into "How Words Work" to make the faith connections that help us believe God.

    Walk with us as we walk in the written footsteps of women who walked with God and use our words to propel us forward in faith!


    Join us on both the Christian Woman Chronicles and Make Mondays Matter pages as we discover
     who we are in Christ and recognize that God is in the midst of it all.
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    believe. for. it.


    ~dlb~
    dawnlbedingfield

    "You don't know the cost of the oil in my alabaster box..."

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    *The phrase, Relationships Ever Abiding in Love, and the title, R.E.A.L. Moment Monday are the intellectual property of Costly Oil LP and Dawn L. Bedingfield, Inc. All Rights Reserved. R.E.A.L. Moment Monday blog posts are the express and sole property of the writer, no copyright infringement is intended. 
    Alabaster II Original Artwork painted by Jun Jamosmos, www.jamosmos.com
    Artwork and Design, Copyright 2014 Costly Oil LP. 
    All Rights Reserved.

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