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Day 110 of My 4th Bible Study Journey - 19 April 2024 reflections

Day 110, 19 Apr 2024



1) Psalms 121, 123, 124, 125, 128, 129, 130



Psalms 121

A Song of Ascents.

1 I will lift up my eyes to the hills,

from where does my help come?

2 (Ps 63:1; 84:2) My help comes from the Lord,

who made heaven and earth.

3 (Ps 79:10; 80:5) He will not let your foot slip;

He who keeps you will not slumber.

4 (Isa 30:29; Ps 62:8) Behold, He who guards Israel

shall neither slumber nor sleep.

5 (Ps 42:11; 43:5) The Lord is your guardian;

the Lord is your shade at your right hand.

6 (2Sa 17:22; Dt 3:8-9) The sun shall not harm you during the day,

nor the moon during the night.

7 (Ps 88:7; Jnh 2:3) The Lord shall protect you from all evil;

He shall preserve your soul.

8 (Job 35:10; Ps 63:6) The Lord shall preserve your going out

and your coming in from now and for evermore.



Psalm 121

A Song of degrees.

[1] I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills,

From whence cometh my help.

[2] My help cometh from the LORD,

Which made heaven and earth.

[3] He will not suffer thy foot to be moved:

He that keepeth thee will not slumber.

[4] Behold, he that keepeth Israel

Shall neither slumber nor sleep.

[5] The LORD is thy keeper:

The LORD is thy shade upon thy right hand.

[6] The sun shall not smite thee by day,

Nor the moon by night.

[7] The LORD shall preserve thee from all evil:

He shall preserve thy soul.

[8] The LORD shall preserve thy going out and thy coming in

From this time forth, and even for evermore.



Psalms 123

A Song of Ascents.

1 To You I lift up my eyes,

O You who dwell in the heavens.

2 (Ps 63:1; 84:2) Behold, as the eyes of servants look to the hand of their

master, and as the eyes of a maiden to the hand of her mistress,

so our eyes look upon the Lord our God,

until He has mercy upon us.

3 (Ps 79:10; 80:5) Have mercy upon us, O Lord, have mercy upon us,

for we have been completely filled with contempt.

4 (Isa 30:29; Ps 62:8) Our soul is exceedingly filled with the ridicule

of those who are at ease,

and with the contempt of the proud ones.



Psalm 123

A Song of degrees.

[1] Unto thee lift I up mine eyes,

O thou that dwellest in the heavens.

[2] Behold, as the eyes of servants

Look unto the hand of their masters,

and as the eyes of a maiden unto the hand of her mistress;

So our eyes wait upon the LORD our God,

Until that he have mercy upon us.

[3] Have mercy upon us, O LORD, have mercy upon us:

For we are exceedingly filled with contempt.

[4] Our soul is exceedingly filled with the scorning of those that are at

ease, And with the contempt of the proud.



PSALMS 124



A Song of Ascents. Of David.



1 If it had not been the Lord who was on our side,

now may Israel say,

2 (Ps 63:1; 84:2) if it had not been the Lord who was on our side,

when men rose up against us,

3 (Ps 79:10; 80:5) then they would have swallowed us up,

when their wrath was kindled againstus;

4 (Isa 30:29; Ps 62:8) then the flood would have overwhelmedus,

the torrent would have passed over our lives;

5 (Ps 42:11; 43:5) then the surging waters

would have gone over us.

6 (2Sa 17:22; Dt 3:8-9) Blessed be the Lord,

who has not given us for a prey to their teeth.

7 (Ps 88:7; Jnh 2:3) We have escaped

as a bird out of the snare of the hunters;

the snare is broken,

and we have escaped.

8 (Job 35:10; Ps 63:6) Our help is in the name of the Lord,

who made heaven and earth.



Psalms 124

[1] If it had not been the LORD who was on our side, now may Israel say;

[2] If it had not been the LORD who was on our side, when men rose up

against us:

[3] Then they had swallowed us up quick, when their wrath was kindled

against us:

[4] Then the waters had overwhelmed us, the stream had gone over our soul:

[5] Then the proud waters had gone over our soul.

[6] Blessed be the LORD, who hath not given us as a prey to their teeth.

[7] Our soul is escaped as a bird out of the snare of the fowlers: the snare

is broken, and we are escaped.

[8] Our help is in the name of the LORD, who made heaven and earth.



Psalms 125

A Song of Ascents.

1 Those who trust in the Lord shall be as Mount Zion,

which cannot be removed, but abides forever.

2 (Ps 63:1; 84:2) As the mountains are around Jerusalem,

so the Lord surrounds His people,

from now and forever.

3 (Ps 79:10; 80:5) For the scepter of the wicked shall not rest

upon the land allotted to the righteous,

lest the righteous put forth

their hands to do iniquity.

4 (Isa 30:29; Ps 62:8) Do good, O Lord, for those who are good,

and to those who are upright in their hearts.

5 (Ps 42:11; 43:5) As for those who turn aside to their twisted ways,

the Lord shall lead them away with the other workers of iniquity.

Peace be upon Israel!



Psalm 125

A Song of degrees.

[1] They that trust in the LORD

Shall be as mount Zion,

Which cannot be removed,

But abideth for ever.

[2] As the mountains are round about Jerusalem,

So the LORD is round about his people from henceforth even for ever.

[3] For the rod of the wicked shall not rest upon the lot of the righteous;

Lest the righteous put forth their hands unto iniquity.

[4] Do good, O LORD,

Unto those that be good, and to them that are upright in their hearts.

[5] As for such as turn aside unto their crooked ways, the LORD shall lead

them forth with the workers of iniquity: But peace shall be upon Israel.



Psalms 128

A Song of Ascents.

1 Blessed is everyone who fears the Lord, who walks in His ways.

2 (Ps 63:1; 84:2) For you shall eat the fruit of the labor of your hands;

you will be happy, and it shall be well with you.

3 (Ps 79:10; 80:5) Your wife shall be as a fruitful vine

in your house, your children like olive shoots around your table.

4 (Isa 30:29; Ps 62:8) Behold, this man shall be blessed who fears the Lord.

5 (Ps 42:11; 43:5) The Lord shall bless you from Zion,

and may you see the welfare of Jerusalem all the days of your life.

6 (2Sa 17:22; Dt 3:8-9) Indeed, may you see your children’s children.

Peace upon Israel!



Psalm 128

A Song of degrees.

[1] Blessed is every one that feareth the LORD; That walketh in his ways.

[2] For thou shalt eat the labour of thine hands:

Happy shalt thou be, and it shall be well with thee.

[3] Thy wife shall be as a fruitful vine by the sides of thine house:

Thy children like olive plants round about thy table.

[4] Behold, that thus shall the man be blessed that feareth the LORD.

[5] The LORD shall bless thee out of Zion:

And thou shalt see the good of Jerusalem all the days of thy life.

[6]Yea, thou shalt see thy children's children, And peace upon Israel.



Psalms 129

A Song of Ascents.

1 "Often they have afflicted me from my youth," may Israel now say,

2 (Ps 63:1; 84:2) "often they have afflicted me from my youth,

yet they have not prevailed against me.

3 (Ps 79:10; 80:5) The plowmen plowed upon my back;

they made their furrows long."

4 (Isa 30:29; Ps 62:8) The Lord is righteous;

He has cut the cords of the wicked.

5 (Ps 42:11; 43:5) Let all those be shamed and turned back who hate Zion.

6 (2Sa 17:22; Dt 3:8-9) Let them be as the grass on the housetops,

which withers before it even grows,

7 (Ps 88:7; Jnh 2:3) where the reaper is unable to fill his hand,

or he who binds sheaves, his arms.

8 (Job 35:10; Ps 63:6) Neither do they who pass by say,

"The blessing of the Lord be upon you; we bless you in the name of the Lord!"



Psalm 129

A Song of degrees.

[1] Many a time have they afflicted me from my youth, May Israel now say:

[2] Many a time have they afflicted me from my youth:

Yet they have not prevailed against me.

[3] The plowers plowed upon my back: They made long their furrows.

[4] The LORD is righteous: He hath cut asunder the cords of the wicked.

[5] Let them all be confounded and turned back That hate Zion.

[6] Let them be as the grass upon the housetops,

Which withereth afore it groweth up:

[7] Wherewith the mower filleth not his hand;

Nor he that bindeth sheaves his bosom.

[8] Neither do they which go by say, the blessing of the LORD be upon you:

We bless you in the name of the LORD.



Psalms 130

A Song of Ascents.

1 From the depths I call on You, O Lord!

2 (Ps 63:1; 84:2) O Lord, hear my voice; let Your ears be attentive

to the sound of my supplications.

3 (Ps 79:10; 80:5) If you, O Lord, should keep track of iniquities,

O Lord, who shall stand?

4 (Isa 30:29; Ps 62:8) For there is forgiveness with You,

that You may be feared.

5 (Ps 42:11; 43:5) I wait for the Lord, with bated breath I wait;

I long for His Word!

6 (2Sa 17:22; Dt 3:8-9) My soul waits for the Lord,

more than watchmen for the morning, more than watchmen for the morning.

7 (Ps 88:7; Jnh 2:3) Let Israel wait for the Lord!

For mercy is found with the Lord; with Him is great redemption.

8 (Job 35:10; Ps 63:6) He shall redeem Israel from all their iniquities.



Psalm 130

A Song of degrees.

[1] Out of the depths have I cried unto thee, O LORD.

[2] Lord, hear my voice: Let thine ears be attentive

To the voice of my supplications.

[3] If thou, LORD, shouldest mark iniquities, O Lord, who shall stand?

[4] But there is forgiveness with thee, That thou mayest be feared.

[5] I wait for the LORD, my soul doth wait, And in his word do I hope.

[6] My soul waiteth for the Lord More than they that watch for the morning:

I say, more than they that watch for the morning.

[7] Let Israel hope in the LORD: For with the LORD there is mercy,

And with him is plenteous redemption.

[8] And he shall redeem Israel from all his iniquities.



2) Our Daily Bread for 19 April 2024 titled

The Valley of Praise




2 Chronicles 20:21-26



21 (1Ch 16:29; 16:34) And he consulted with the people and then appointed

singers for the Lord and those praising Him in holy attire as they went

before those equipped for battle saying,

"Praise the Lord, for His mercy endures forever."

22 (Jdg 7:22; 2Ch 13:13) When they began singing and praising, the Lord set

ambushes against Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir, who had come against Judah;

so they were defeated.

23 (Jdg 7:22; 1Sa 14:20) Then the Ammonites and Moabites stood up against

those dwelling from Mount Seir to destroy and finish them. Then when they made

an end of the inhabitants of Seir, each man attacked his companion

to destroy each other.

24 And Judah came to the watchtower of the wilderness, and they turned

to the vast army and saw only corpses lying on the ground.

And no one was spared.

25 Then Jehoshaphat and his people came to gather their plunder,

and they found among them an abundance of riches with the corpses,

and precious jewelry, which they took for themselves, more than they

could carry. They were gathering the plunder for three days

because there was so much to carry.

26 On the fourth day they gathered at the Valley of Berakah,

because there they blessed the Lord. For this reason people have called

the name of this place the Valley of Berakah until this day.



[21] And when he had consulted with the people, he appointed singers unto

the LORD, and that should praise the beauty of holiness, as they went out

before the army, and to say, Praise the LORD; for his mercy endureth for

ever.

[22] And when they began to sing and to praise, the LORD set ambushments

against the children of Ammon, Moab, and mount Seir, which were come against

Judah; and they were smitten.

[23] For the children of Ammon and Moab stood up against the inhabitants of

mount Seir, utterly to slay and destroy them: and when they had made an end

of the inhabitants of Seir, every one helped to destroy another.

[24] And when Judah came toward the watch tower in the wilderness, they

looked unto the multitude, and, behold, they were dead bodies fallen to the

earth, and none escaped.

[25] And when Jehoshaphat and his people came to take away the spoil of

them, they found among them in abundance both riches with the dead bodies,

and precious jewels, which they stripped off for themselves, more than they

could carry away: and they were three days in gathering of the spoil, it was

so much.

[26] And on the fourth day they assembled themselves in the valley of

Berachah; for there they blessed the LORD: therefore the name of the same

place was called, The valley of Berachah, unto this day.



Poet William Cowper struggled with depression much of his life.

After a suicide attempt, he was committed to an asylum. But it was

there through the care of a Christian physician that Cowper came to a warm,

vital faith in Jesus. Soon afterwards, Cowper became acquainted with pastor

and hymnwriter John Newton, who encouraged him to collaborate on a hymnal

for their church. Among the hymns Cowper wrote

was "God Moves in a Mysterious Way," which contains these words pressed

from the crucible of experience: "You fearful saints, fresh courage take;

the clouds you so much dread, are big with mercy and shall break

in blessings on your head."



Like Cowper, the people of Judah also met God's kindness unexpectedly.

As an alliance of armies invaded their nation, King Jehoshaphat gathered

the people for prayer. As Judah's army marched out, men in the front

ranks praised God (2 Chronicles 20:21). The invading armies turned

on themselves, and "no one . . . escaped. . . .

There was so much plunder that it took three days to collect it" (vv. 24-25).



On the fourth day, the very place where a hostile invading force gathered

against God's people was dubbed the Valley of Berakah (v. 26)-literally,

"the valley of praise" or "blessing." What a change! God's mercy can

turn even our most difficult valleys into places of praise as we give them

to Him.



By: James Banks



Reflect & Pray



How have you seen God bring good out of difficulty in your life?

What can you thank Him for today?



I praise You, loving God, that no valley is deeper than Your love.



3) Daily verses taken from Billy Graham Evangelical Organisation



Words in Season Scripture Memory Tools



Week 7 Promises of Grace - Day 6 Humility and Exaltation



1 Peter 5:6-7



6 (Jas 4:10; Mt 23:12) Humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God,

that He may exalt you in due time.

7 (Ps 55:22; 37:5) Cast all your care upon Him, because He cares for you.



6 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God,

that he may exalt you in due time:

7 casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.



"I was so humble I was given an award for humility," the pastor quipped.

"They gave me a humility plaque - but they had to take it back when I hung it

on my office wall."

Humility is rare among 20th Century Christians. Our pride takes two

seemingly contradictory forms: Self-exaltation and self-denial. But both

focus on self, not on God.

Francois Fenelon, 17th century French archbishop, From his

"Letters of Spiritual Counsel" wrote:

"He who so completely forget himself that he never thinks of self ... is

truly humble. If we had the light to discern it, we should see clearly that

when we think we are humbling ourselves we are exalting ourselves;

when we think we are annihilating ourselves we are seeking out own life."

True humility, as Fenelon implies, means recognising who we are in the light

of who God is. Excess of self-importance and low self-esteem are both

self-centered perspectives; true humility is God-centered.

When we humble ourselves, we become intensely aware of God and less

aware of ourselves. We can focus on his face and get our eyes off our own

image. We can stop worrying about how others perceive us. Such humbling

is difficult - as one 70-year-old saint joked, "It ain't the heat that gets

you, it's the humility." But when we submit to him and fell the weight of the

"Mighty hand of God" upon us, we can forget ourselves, abandon

ourselves to his presence, and cast our cares upon him.



Application



a) What form does my pride usually take - self-exaltation or self-degradation?



b) Why must I humble myself in order for the Lord to lift me up?



c) How can today's verse encourage me when times are tough?



4) From Prosperity Promises - Kenneth Copeland



Is 48:15,17



15 I, even I, have spoken, and I have called him;

I have brought him, and his way will prosper.

17 (Ps 32:8; Isa 43:14) Thus says the Lord,

your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel:

I am the Lord your God, who teaches you to profit,

who leads you in the way you should go.



15 I, even I, have spoken; yea, I have called him:

I have brought him, and he shall make his way prosperous.

17 Thus saith the LORD, thy Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel;

I am the LORD thy God which teacheth thee to profit,

which leadeth thee by the way that thou shouldest go.



5) From a Book called God's Promises for you:



God's Protection in Times of Trouble



PSALMS 91



1 He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High

shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.

2 (Ps 63:1; 84:2) I will say of the Lord, "He is my refuge and my fortress,

my God in whom I trust."

3 (Ps 79:10; 80:5) Surely He shall deliver you from the snare of the hunter

and from the deadly pestilence.

4 (Isa 30:29; Ps 62:8) He shall cover you with His feathers,

and under His wings you shall find protection;

His faithfulness shall be your shield and wall.

5 (Ps 42:11; 43:5) You shall not be afraid of the terror by night,

nor of the arrow that flies by day;

6 (2Sa 17:22; Dt 3:8-9) nor of the pestilence that pursues in darkness,

nor of the destruction that strikes at noonday.

7 (Ps 88:7; Jnh 2:3) A thousand may fall at your side

and ten thousand at your right hand,

but it shall not come near you.

8 (Job 35:10; Ps 63:6) Only with your eyes shall you behold

and see the reward of the wicked.

9 (Ps 38:6; 18:2) Because you have made the Lord, who is my refuge,

even the Most High, your dwelling,

10 (Ps 42:3; Joel 2:17) there shall be no evil befall you,

neither shall any plague come near your tent;

11 (Ps 42:5; 43:5) for He shall give His angels charge over you

to guard you in all your ways.

12 They shall bear you up in their hands,

lest you strike your foot against a stone.

13 You shall tread upon the lion and adder;

the young lion and the serpent you shall trample underfoot.

14 Because he has set his love upon Me, therefore I will deliver him;

I will set him on high, because he has known My name.

15 He shall call upon Me, and I will answer him;

I will be with him in trouble,

and I will deliver him and honor him.

16 With long life I will satisfy him

and show him My salvation.



Psalm 91



1 He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High

Shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.

2 I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress:

My God; in him will I trust.

3 Surely he shall deliver thee from the snare of the fowler,

And from the noisome pestilence.

4 He shall cover thee with his feathers, and under his wings shalt thou trust:

His truth shall be thy shield and buckler.

5 Thou shalt not be afraid for the terror by night;

Nor for the arrow that flieth by day;

6 Nor for the pestilence that walketh in darkness;

Nor for the destruction that wasteth at noonday.

7 A thousand shall fall at thy side, and ten thousand at thy right hand;

But it shall not come nigh thee.

8 Only with thine eyes shalt thou behold

And see the reward of the wicked.

9 Because thou hast made the LORD, which is my refuge,

Even the most High, thy habitation;

10 There shall no evil befall thee,

Neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling.

11 For he shall give his angels charge over thee,

To keep thee in all thy ways.

12 They shall bear thee up in their hands,

Lest thou dash thy foot against a stone.

13 Thou shalt tread upon the lion and adder:

The young lion and the dragon shalt thou trample under feet.

14 Because he hath set his love upon me, therefore will I deliver him:

I will set him on high, because he hath known my name.

15 He shall call upon me, and I will answer him:

I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honour him.

16 With long life will I satisfy him,



Remember God's promises when You pray



The Lord's prayer



Matthew 6:9-13



9 "Therefore pray in this manner:

Our Father who is in heaven,

hallowed be Your name.

10 (Mt 3:2; 4:17) Your kingdom come;

Your will be done

on earth, as it is in heaven.

11 (Pr 30:8; Isa 33:16) Give us this day our daily bread.

12 (Ex 34:7; Ps 32:1) And forgive us our debts,

as we forgive our debtors.

13 (1Co 10:13; Jn 17:15) And lead us not into temptation,

but deliver us from evil.

For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen."



9 After this manner therefore pray ye:

Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.

10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.

11 Give us this day our daily bread.

12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.

13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil:

For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen.



6) This come from Praying for Muslims in Canada 2015 (Is there a 2022 edition?)



Manitoba



Quick facts on Muslims in Manitoba



Manitoba 2015 population 1 282 000



est Muslim Population 21 349



CNMM Networks: Winnipeg



The Muslim population of Manitoba, understandably centred in Winnipeg, is very

diverse and represents some 48 different cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

Conservative estimates put their number at 21000 , with some suggesting

it might be twice that size.

Some outreach among Muslims has started, yet in comparison to the size

of this community, there is the need and opportunity for far more engagement.

Continued influx of new immigrants and refugees continues to see the growth

of this Muslim centre in Manitoba.

We rejoice in the Arabic fellowship meeting there and the energetic workers

among Muslims in Winnipeg.



Let us intercede in unity for:



- new Christian workers among Manitoba's growing Muslim population

- new church ministries focused on prayer, equipping and reaching Muslim

communities around them, as well as training new workers

- the Arabic fellowship and their ministries of discipling new Muslim

background believers and for effectiveness in outreach

- for the recent Somali woman who found faith in Jesus and stood her ground

in the face of opposition to her new faith.

- for current workers among Muslims to be blessed, refreshed and encouraged

with great support



Adding further



30 day of Prayers from 10 March 2024 to 8 April 2024



1 Timothy 2:1-7



1 Therefore I exhort first of all that you make supplications, prayers,

intercessions, and thanksgivings for everyone,

2 (Ezr 6:10) for kings and for all who are in authority, that we may lead

a quiet and peaceful life in all godliness and honesty,

3 (1Ti 1:1; Lk 1:47) for this is good and acceptable in the sight of God

our Saviour,

4 (Eze 18:23; 18:32) who desires all men to be saved and to come

to the knowledge of the truth.

5 (Gal 3:20; 1Co 8:6; Dt 6:4) There is one God and one mediator between God

and men, the Man Christ Jesus,

6 (1Co 1:6; 1Ti 6:15) who gave Himself as a ransom for all.

This was the testimony given at the proper time.

7 (Ac 9:15; 2Ti 1:11) For this I was appointed a preacher and an apostle

(I speak the truth in Christ and do not lie), a teacher of the Gentiles

in faith and truth.



[1 Therefore I exhort first of all that you make supplications, prayers,

intercessions, and thanksgivings for everyone,

2 (Ezr 6:10) for kings and for all who are in authority, that we may lead

a quiet and peaceful life in all godliness and honesty,

3 (1Ti 1:1; Lk 1:47) for this is good and acceptable in the sight of God

our Saviour,

4 (Eze 18:23; 18:32) who desires all men to be saved and to come

to the knowledge of the truth.

5 (Gal 3:20; 1Co 8:6; Dt 6:4) There is one God and one mediator between God

and men, the Man Christ Jesus,

6 (1Co 1:6; 1Ti 6:15) who gave Himself as a ransom for all.

This was the testimony given at the proper time.

7 (Ac 9:15; 2Ti 1:11) For this I was appointed a preacher and an apostle

(I speak the truth in Christ and do not lie), a teacher of the Gentiles

in faith and truth.



How can we keep praying?



Pray for Muslims you know and those that live around you.



Ask those who are serving Christ among

Muslim people how you can pray for them.



When you gather with fellow believers, remember to pray

for Muslims throughout the year and encourage them to also

participate in 30 Days.



What should you pray for?



Pray for the leaders of Muslim-majority nations to pursue peace and freedom

in the places they govern.



Pray for Muslim groups, tribes and communities in different regions to have

access to the gospel and respond to the message of Christ.



Pray for families and individuals to know the blessings of God and to be

saved and come to a knowledge of the truth.



My paternal side is of Muslim heritage and will offer this section to further

call for Muslim converts to Christian and any other converts to Christianity

(Hindus, Jews, aboriginals Canadian, ...) .



7) Prayers for the nation (Canada) coming from Prayer map of Canada



http://www.ehc.ca



19th Day of the Month



a) Pray the the Holy Spirit will influence our governmental leaders

as they make vital decisions that shape Canadian Society



(



1 Tim 2:1-2



)



b) Pray for the province of Prince Edward Island



I) Pray for the leaders of Prince Edward Island,

that God's Spirit would influence

then to act justly,

serve with integrity

and honour high moral standards. ( 1 Tim 2:1 - 4



1 Therefore I exhort first of all that you make supplications,

prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings for everyone,

2 (Ezr 6:10) for kings and for all who are in authority,

that we may lead a quiet and peaceful life in all godliness and honesty,

3(1Ti 1:1; Lk 1:47) for this is good

and acceptable in the sight of God our Savior,

4 (Eze 18:23; 18:32)who desires all men to be saved

and to come to the knowledge of the truth.



1 I exhort therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers,

intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men;

2 for kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet

and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty.

3 For this is good and acceptable in the sight of God our Saviour;

4 who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge

of the truth.



)



II) Pray for the churches of the province,

that they would be lighthouses

beaming forth the illuminating truth of God's Word.



III) Pray that the Lord would use

the Finding the Hope Campaign

and booklet to turn many hearts to Jesus



Conclusion:



Pray to the Lord and pray to fear the Lord and walk in His ways and

lift up your eyes towards Heaven for He is Salvation.



Pray to the Lord: "I praise You, loving God, that no valley is deeper

than Your love."



Pray to the Lord and pray to be humble in His Eyes.



Pray to the Lord and pray to follow the Ways if the Lord in prosperity



Pray to the Lord and pray to know Him as protector.



Agree in prayer with us for:

- new Christian workers among Manitoba's growing Muslim population

- new church ministries focused on prayer, equipping and reaching Muslim

communities around them, as well as training new workers

- the Arabic fellowship and their ministries of discipling new Muslim

background believers and for effectiveness in outreach

- for the recent Somali woman who found faith in Jesus and stood her ground

in the face of opposition to her new faith.

- for current workers among Muslims to be blessed, refreshed and encouraged

with great support



Pray for Muslims you know and those that live around you.



Ask those who are serving Christ among

Muslim people how you can pray for them.



When you gather with fellow believers, remember to pray

for Muslims throughout the year and encourage them to also

participate in 30 Days.



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Google Gemini reviews Doctor Who - The Romans

"The Romans" is a historical adventure from Doctor Who's classic era,

originally airing in 1965 as part of the First Doctor's tenure.

Here's a breakdown to help you decide if you'd enjoy it:



Story



The TARDIS materializes in ancient Rome, landing the Doctor

and his companions, Ian and Barbara, right in the middle

of political intrigue. Mistaken for a powerful seer,

the Doctor must navigate the dangers of the Roman court

while trying to find a way back to their own time.

Expect chariot races, gladiatorial combat, and a healthy dose

of slapstick humour.



Review



Strengths



Comedy Gold (for Classic Who): "The Romans" is considered

one of the First Doctor's funniest stories. The Doctor's

interactions with the Romans, his attempts to blend in,

and the general misunderstandings create lighthearted entertainment.



Early Historical Exploration: While historical accuracy

wasn't a major focus in early Doctor Who, "The Romans"

offers a glimpse into ancient Roman society and culture.



Character Development: The story allows for the development

of the relationship between the Doctor and his companions,

particularly the Doctor and Vicki (introduced in the previous serial).



Weaknesses



Campy Humour by Modern Standards: The humor in "The Romans"

might be considered campy or over-the-top by modern viewers

accustomed to more subtle comedy.



Limited Special Effects: The special effects used for ancient

Rome and any fantastical elements might seem primitive by today's

standards.



Historical Inaccuracy: As mentioned, historical accuracy wasn't

a priority. Viewers seeking a realistic depiction of ancient

Rome might be disappointed.



Reception:



Positive: Praised for its humour, lighthearted adventure,

and early attempts at exploring historical settings.

Some fans also enjoy the dynamics

between the Doctor and his companions.



Negative: Criticized for its campy humor,

lack of historical accuracy, and somewhat

unconvincing special effects.



Overall Thoughts:



"The Romans" is a fun and comedic romp through time. While

it might not be the most serious historical adventure,

it offers a charming escape with memorable interactions

between the Doctor and his companions.



Would I recommend watching it?



For Fans of Classic Doctor Who: 7/10

(Especially those who enjoy the First Doctor's comedic flair)

For Fans of Modern Doctor Who: 5/10



If you're open to campy humor and enjoy classic Doctor Who's

lighter adventures, "The Romans" is worth checking out.

However, if you prefer serious historical stories

with cutting-edge special effects, you might find it dated

and less appealing.



Additional Points to Consider:



"The Romans" is considered a significant serial for being

the First Doctor's first comedy-focused story, paving the

way for future adventures with a more humourous bent.



If you enjoy "The Romans," you might also appreciate

other classic Doctor Who stories that feature the Doctor

and companions in historical settings, like "The Aztecs"

or "Marco Polo" (though the latter is unfortunately lost).



Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to watch "The Romans"

depends on your personal preferences and your tolerance

for campy humour and a less serious approach

to historical settings.

ChatGPT reviews Doctor Who - The Wheel in Space

"The Wheel in Space" is a Doctor Who serial from the Patrick Troughton era,

originally broadcast in 1968. Here's a review and rating for each episode:



Episode 1: The story begins with the TARDIS materialising

on a mysterious spaceship, setting up an intriguing premise.

The introduction of the Cybermen adds excitement and anticipation

for the events to come. Rating: 7/10



Episode 2: Tension builds as the crew of the spaceship discovers

the threat posed by the Cybermen. The pacing is steady,

and the sense of danger increases as the situation escalates.

Rating: 7/10



Episode 3: This episode sees the Cybermen's plan unfolding,

with the crew of the spaceship facing increasing peril.

The stakes feel higher as the Doctor and his companions race

to stop the Cybermen's scheme. Rating: 7/10



Episode 4: The danger reaches its peak as the Cybermen

launch their attack, leading to some thrilling action

sequences. The resolution is satisfying, though some

may find it slightly rushed. Rating: 8/10



Episode 5: The Doctor's plan to thwart the Cybermen's

invasion takes shape, leading to a tense and exciting climax.

The resolution provides closure while leaving room

for future adventures. Rating: 8/10



Overall, "The Wheel in Space" is an engaging Doctor Who

serial with a compelling storyline and memorable villains.

While some episodes may have pacing issues, the overall

experience is enjoyable for fans of classic Doctor Who.

Overall Rating: 7.4/10