FELLOWSHIP SHOULD HELP US GROW NOT PUSH US AWAY

Many people miss the purpose of Fellowship because they don't understand we're all still sinners. Fellowship is a way to be encouraged and fed by the Spirit. When you don't have time at home, worship is acceptable. Still, God said in Hebrews, "Do not neglect to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing." So, stop expecting to find Perfect People in Church. They don't exist. People who attend Church are still sinners. The only difference between the people in the Church and those outside the Church is that we know we need God, and they haven't figured it out yet. We attend Church to worship God, not people. 🙏 Being in clicks was never the purpose of Fellowship. Fellowship is socializing with like-minded people and bonding as a family.

Father, let us not discourage each other and push lost sheep away from the Church by dealing with them in the flesh. Lord, Intervene in our hearts and minds so we see things from Your perspective when we address Your sheep. Let Your thoughts be our thoughts so we do not judge Your children. Father, help us witness, so give us ears that hear and follow Your instruction. Lord, bless those who have left the Church with the understanding they cannot live for people and be happy. Let them see You must be the center of their lives to accomplish happiness. Lord, help us receive the lost with open arms and the wisdom of how to lead them to You. Help us be of grace and mercy when we gather to worship and praise Your name. Lord, keep us focused on you, not the confusion around us. In Jesus' name, Amen

COMMON SENSE

My child, keep sight of common sense and discernment. Hang on to them, for they will refresh your soul.

Walking around like we are better because we have a degree. Just remember, common sense doesn't cost anything and can take us further in life than a degree.

Father, help us be doers of Your Word and not hearers only, deceiving no one but ourselves. Let us act on Your teachings with faith, and give us Your courage when we get weary so we will stand on Your promise. 🙏 Lord, right now, we pray for those suffering and struggling worldwide, especially here in our country, Lord God. Lord, give our political and spiritual leaders The Common Sense to see our damage to Your world and people. Give them ears that hear the people and the world crying for help. Lord, give them eyes that see it from Your perspective so we can turn this around before it's too late. Father, give us Spiritual Fruit, discernment, and Common Sense so we can implement You in our lives and the lives of others. Lord, let Your Word and Common Sense guide our lives so we will stay focused on You and the needs of others. In Jesus' name Amen 🙏

THEY NEED OUR HELP

Romans 5 3-5 Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; 4 perseverance, character; and character, hope. 5 And hope does not put us to shame because God's love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.

We have yet to learn what it is to not have; we may have missed a bill payment, a car note, or a mortgage payment. But only a few of us know what suffering is. For instance, not knowing where our next meal will come from or having to drink and bathe in the same water. Most of us have never been homeless or made to wear the same clothes for weeks. We have yet to learn what it's like to make our own shoes from the material we find on the sheets. Right now, many people are suffering financially, physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually, so we can jump right in and help with at least one of their needs. We all have enough to share with someone in need.

Lord, reveal the true meaning of our blessings; they're not to enhance our lives but for us to help improve others. Lord, teach us that the more we give, the more room we make for You to move in a mighty way 🙏 Father, let us not give for show but to bless others the way You bless us, in silence 🙏 Lord, we thank You for all the Spiritual Soldiers You surrounded us with and the Guardian Angels that keep the fiery arrows of our enemies from harming us. Thank You for a new day to get it right with You and others. Thank You for Your hedge of protection around our children, and our children's children continue to cover us in the Blood from the top of our heads to the soles of our feet. Touch our hearts with Your grace and give us eyes to see life from Your perspective and ears that hear Your instructions. Lord, we come to the altar with gratitude, praying for those in need and suffering worldwide. Father, we pray for those suffering right here at home who need our help. So, give us Your wisdom and the knowledge to implement You in our daily lives as we go out into this dark world 🌎 carrying Your light. Help us guide those lost to You, just as someone guided us. Lord, bless those that have gotten so overwhelmed that they are contemplating suicide. Lord, grab their hands, touch their hearts, let them know that they are not alone and it does get better in Jesus' name amen.

COVER TEACHERS AND CHILDREN IN PRAYER

Lord, cover our children and empower our educators and caregivers of our students before you. They are faced with unprecedented challenges. They must make decisions that require Your wisdom, understanding, and insight. When they feel overwhelmed, be present in their lives. May they never feel alone or abandoned. Strengthen them from within so that they might be a source of strength, confidence, and hope for our children. Most of all, we bring before You our children as they pursue their education and enlighten their minds. So, they may grow in grace and wisdom. In areas lacking, provide them with knowledge, understanding, counsel, and fortitude. Keep them safe from all illnesses and protect them from all harm. In the mlighty, unmatchless name of Jesus, we pray,

Amen