HEAD to TOE Prayer for My Husband and Yours on Father's Day

Father's Day 2019 is almost upon us (June 16). 

One of the greatest joys of life is my husband.  He is far from perfect (likewise).  I pretty much married a man just like my dad.  Whereas my dad's lack of self-control manifested itself very strongly in wagering/gambling, my hubby's weakness is in another area.


How anyone deals with life and marriage's daily battles without the Lord's help is beyond me. How does one fight (invisible) enemies within and without if it were not from above? Each of us needs permanent, super-natural strength and  hope that is other-worldly and will not disappoint. The source of our all in all is found only in God manifest in the flesh:  our mighty-to-save, 3rd-fold cord, whose name is Jesus Christ, the risen-from-the-dead-for-our-sins, Lord. 

As close as my hubby and me have come to divorce (plus, his weakness is a very sore point in our relationship), it is off the table and not an option only because we pray daily and directly to a mighty God who has kept us from choosing that awful option. 

Here is an example on how to pray for your husband according to God's Word:

Dear Lord, I pray for _____________. 

His Mind — That he will have the mind of Christ and think as the Holy Spirit would lead him and not the flesh. (1 Corinthians 2:16) 

His Eyes — That You will keep his eyes from temptation and that he will turn his eyes from sin. (Matthew 6:13; Mark 9:47)

His Ears — That he will hear Your still small voice instructing him. (1 Kings 19:12, Psalm 32:8) 

His Mouth — That his words will be pleasing to You. (Psalm 19:14) 

His Neck — That his decisions will honor You in all regards. (Psalm 25:12) 

In Jesus' name I pray ...

Pray without ceasing.

In everything give thanks.

Here's yet another example of a prayer for your dear husband: 

Father, give my husband a discerning heart to know Your great love for him and the great plans You have for him and our family. Plans to prosper and not to harm, to give us hope and a future.  (Jeremiah 29:11)

Father, give my husband the mind of Christ, saturate it with godly wisdom. Help him to take every thought captive that is not in obedience to Your Word, and in so doing protect him from pride and temptation. (1 Corinthians 2:16, 2 Corinthians 10:5)

Father, open the eyes of my husband’s heart to understand Your Word, so that he won’t be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of his mind so that he may know Your good, acceptable and perfect will for his life and our marriage. (Romans 12:2)

Father, help my husband to trust in You with all his heart, not depending on his own understanding, but acknowledging You in all his ways, so he knows what direction our family should take. 

(Proverbs 3:5-6)

Father, may the favor of the Lord rest on my husband. Bless and establish the work of his hands and his heart. (Psalm 90:17)

Father, help us to live together in perfect unity by loving, honoring and respecting one another and serving each other for Your glory, honor and praise! (1 Thessalonians 5:13

... in Jesus Christ's  name I pray. Amen.

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Praying for Your Husband From Head to Toe

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Pastor Andrew Brunson (formerly of Turkey) Has a Birthday

Happy Birthday, Pastor Brunson! (January 3rd)

We continue to pray for this godly man.  His heart remains in the country of Turkey. God's will be done as far as the next location where he will serve.

I like that Pastor Brunson knelt in humbleness as he prayed before the Lord God of heaven for our POTUS.  May he be blessed of the Lord. May Pastor and his family continue to pray for President Donald Trump!

Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus:

Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God:

 But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men:

 And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross.

 Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name:

 That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth;

 And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.   (Philippians 2:5-11)

PRONUNCIATION of Recep Tayyip Erdogan 

Andrew Brunson

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My Household Increase in Cat & Dog Population

I have asked the Lord God, in the name of Christ, to "enlarge my coast" a-la Jabez of old, but now am uncertain if I was specific enough.  Instead of grandchildren, there has been an increase in the Pet animal population of our extended family via our son and daughters. Maybe I need to re-phrase my prayer, LoL ??

I am proud of the fact that my children are kind to Animals.  That will surely translate to being kind to others, Lord willing.

from Germany with love

sleeping beauty from TN

Southern belle

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Dog’s Color Linked to How Long They Live

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Izmir, Turkey: Pastor Andrew Brunson Update

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Turkish court decides to keep US pastor Andrew Brunson behind bars

- via hurriyetdailynews.com

The panel of judges overseeing the trial of jailed pastor Andrew Brunson, in a case that has inflamed tensions between Turkey and the United States, has decided to reject his demand to be released during the trial.

At the end of the hearing on May 7, the court in the Aegean province of  İzmir (NT: Smyrna) decided to keep Brunson in jail up until the next hearing on July 18.

During the hearing Brunson denied the allegations of three secret witnesses who accused him of helping the outlawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) and the network of U.S.-based Islamic preacher Fethullah Gülen, referred to by the authorities as the Fethullahist Terrorist Organization (FETÖ). 

Brunson, the leader of a small Protestant Christian church named “Yeniden Diriliş” (Resurrection), rejected all accusations in the second session of his trial, insisting that he “never permitted politics in church.”

“I do not accept the charges. I would like to say openly and clearly that the PKK is a terrorist organization … I do not support any Kurdish group that carries on terrorist activities against Turkey. If we were sympathizers of the PKK those Turks would not stay in our church,” he said.

“My service that I have spent my life on, has now turned upside down. I was never ashamed to be a server of Jesus but these claims are shameful and disgusting ... What more should I say? I want to return to my home,” he added, requesting to be released pending trial.

Read the full story H E R E

09.30.2017
A Pastor Becomes a Pawn

Andrew Brunson

Still Behind Turkish Prison Bars

Healthy Monday: Encouragement for the Sick and Worried (It Will be Alright)

There was a recent post on FB by a gal who ridiculed the idea of God caring enough to hear people's prayers during troubled times. She strongly implied that there is no God - no way, no how - so there!

So-called friend knows it all and is soooooooo very smart (in her estimation).  Do I believe her words; and overlook her hatred and self-absorption; or do I believe these rock-solid promises that are just the tip of the [God-given] iceberg?

Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,Unto him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen. Ephesians 3: 20,21

Now we know that God heareth not sinners:

 but if any man be a worshipper of God, 

and doeth his will, him He heareth.

John 9:31

These smart gentlemen know to feed people's souls with encouragement through song:

"It Will be Alright" sung by Dr Francois

Medicine for the soul:

When you’re feeling low

And there’s no one around

When it looks like it’s over

And life’s got you down

Hold on to me brother

I’ll be there when you need

Because there’s a brighter tomorrow...

This I truly believe

Everything———Everything

Everything is gonna be alright

So dry those eyes....it’ll be....alright....

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Before he retired the legendary Dr. Franklin Sim once told me...."As a surgeon, it is your responsibility to bear the burden of worry with your patients.....”
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As healthcare providers, we often meet people at their greatest time of need....and sometimes the best gift you can give is a simple reminder that everything will be alright...
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Much love to my brother Dr. William Robinson on the keys, he’s phenomenal. Much love Dr. Bayard Carlson for recording the video. Both are fellow Orthopedic Surgery co-Residents

And much love to the truly inspirational Mike Yung for writing this original piece...check out his story and support his kick start campaign #nevergiveup

-- Dr Elvis Francois

Mayo Clinic Docs Singing

Docs Sings: Lean on Me

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HEAD to TOE Prayer for Husbands on Father's Day

Father's Day 2017 is almost upon us.  One of the greatest joys of my life is my husband.  He is far from perfect (same here).  I pretty much married a man just like my dad.  Whereas my dad's lack of self-control manifested itself very strongly in gambling; my hubby's weakness is in another area (it's in the top 10 list).

How anyone can deal with life and marriage's daily battles without the Lord's help is beyond me. How does one fight (invisible) enemies within and without? Each of us needs permanent, super-natural strength and  hope that is other-worldly and will not disappoint. The source of our all in all is found only in God manifest in the flesh:  our mighty-to-save, 3rd-fold cord, whose name is Jesus Christ, the risen-from-the-dead, Lord.

As close as my hubby and me have come to divorce (plus, his top-10 weakness is a very sore point in our relationship), it is off the table and not an option only because we pray daily and directly to a mighty God who has kept us from choosing that awful option. 

Here is an example on how to pray for your husband according to God's Word:

Dear Lord, I pray for __________. 

His Mind — That he will have the mind of Christ and think as the Holy Spirit would lead him and not the flesh. (1 Corinthians 2:16) 

His Eyes — That You will keep his eyes from temptation and that he will turn his eyes from sin. (Matthew 6:13; Mark 9:47)

His Ears — That he will hear Your still small voice instructing him. (1 Kings 19:12, Psalm 32:8) 

His Mouth — That his words will be pleasing to You. (Psalm 19:14) 

His Neck — That his decisions will honor You in all regards. (Psalm 25:12) 

In Jesus' name I pray ...


Praying for Your Hubby from Head to Toe

Here's another sample of a prayer for your dear husband: 

Father, give my husband a discerning heart to know Your great love for him and the great plans You have for him and our family. Plans to prosper and not to harm, to give us hope and a future.  (Jeremiah 29:11)

Father, give my husband the mind of Christ, saturate it with godly wisdom. Help him to take every thought captive that is not in obedience to Your Word, and in so doing protect him from pride and temptation. (1 Corinthians 2:16, 2 Corinthians 10:5)

Father, open the eyes of my husband’s heart to understand Your Word, so that he won’t be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of his mind so that he may know Your good, acceptable and perfect will for his life and our marriage. (Romans 12:2)

Father, help my husband to trust in You with all his heart, not depending on his own understanding, but acknowledging You in all his ways, so he knows what direction our family should take. 

(Proverbs 3:5-6)

Father, may the favor of the Lord rest on my husband. Bless and establish the work of his hands and his heart. (Psalm 90:17)

Father, help us to live together in perfect unity by loving, honoring and respecting one another and serving each other for Your glory, honor and praise! (1 Thessalonians 5:13

... in Jesus name I pray. Amen.

Pray without ceasing.
In everything give thanks.

Proverbs 31 Ministries

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What the world and the USA needs most from its citizens

Worried? Uncertain?  Need Help?

The Lord Jesus' words 

 And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, 

that will I do, that the Father may be glorified 

in the Son.

 If ye shall ask any thing in my name, 

I will do it.

-- The Lord Jesus Christ speaking, John 14:13,14