Every Plate Meal Plan #6: Linguine & Herbed Chicken, Meatloaf, Pork Chops

Detailed meal description and preparation in links below. 

A. TUSCAN HERBED CHICKEN

OVER CREAMY TOMATO LINGUINE

B. SOY-GLAZED MEATLOAVES

WITH WASABI MASHED POTATOES AND ROASTED CARROTS

C. TANGY APRICOT PORK CHOPS

WITH LEMONY COUSCOUS AND ZUCCHINI

TUSCAN HERBED CHICKEN

SOY-GLAZED MEATLOAVES

TANGY APRICOT PORK CHOPS

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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.

pc: Stop Playing Church

Praying for Your Husband From Head to Toe

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Biblical Prayer: I Asked and I Received

I received my bouquet light fixture from LIGHTEXTURE and it was as nice as I imagined. But, a day later another package arrived from Lightexture, addressed to me. 

 Hmmmm ... what's this about??

pc: Lightexture Etsy

The mystery package contained a very nice 9" diameter, perforated terracotta pendant light. List price $300+   Ooooh, I want!  I left it in its packaging for safekeeping as it was soon obvious that it was sent to me by mistake. 

Off I drove to USPS on the next business day to get the  now-sold out light on its way to the correct customer in Portland.  I tentatively emailed Houzz for a discount coupon for my troubles --- all the while praying silently to the Lord God for generous people -- and customer service gave it to me. PTL!  Ten percent off of my next purchase, yay.

pc: Houzz

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Max Lucado & Fixer Upper

I was in the middle of binge-watching HGTV's Fixer Upper when Joanna Gaines mentioned to Chip that the lady client, Sarah Jones, happen to be Max Lucado's daughter.  Happy Birthday to author, Max Lucado (born January 11, 1955).

Mr Lucado performed Sarah's wedding to Jeff Jones in year 2014 and wanted the Gaines to include words in a prayer to God that he had written which were part of their wedding service.

A WEDDING PRAYER

Would you take these two,
of dust and bone,
Born of flesh, then you,
Would you make them one?

Would you speak again
The words you spoke
When Adam slept
And Eve awoke?

Would you let your wine
Replace our water.
And look with grace
On this son, this daughter?

Oh Lord of Eden
In your majesty
Create again
Your tapestry

One heart
Where there were two.
This is the prayer
We lift to you.

by Max Lucado

The Gaines came through with the request.  See how they did it in the episode called:  "A Young Couple Hopes for a House With Old World Charm" (Season 3, Episode 9).

a fave quote

Max Lucado

Written for the wedding of Jeff Jones and Sara Lucado

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Handy Helper for Reaching 2019 Goal

Five-Finger Prayer

Prayer is a conversation with God, not a formula. Yet sometimes we might need to use a “method” to freshen up our prayer time. We can pray the Psalms or other Scriptures (such as The Lord’s Prayer), or use the ACTS method (Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, and Supplication). I recently came across this “Five-Finger Prayer” to use as a guide when praying for others:

• When you fold your hands, the thumb is nearest you. So begin by praying for those closest to you—your loved ones (Philippians 1:3-5).
• The index finger is the pointer. Pray for those who teach—Bible teachers and preachers, and those who teach children (1 Thessalonians 5:25).
• The next finger (middle finger) is the tallest. It reminds you to pray for those in authority over you—national and local leaders, and your supervisor at work (1 Timothy 2:1-2).
• The fourth finger (ring finger) is usually the weakest. Pray for those who are in trouble or who are suffering (James 5:13-16).
• Then comes your little finger. It reminds you of your smallness in relation to God’s greatness. Ask Him to supply your needs (Philippians 4:6,19).

Whatever method you use, just talk with your Father. He wants to hear what’s on your heart. (by Our Daily Bread)

Our prayers ascend to heaven's throne
Regardless of the form we use;
Our Father always hears His own
Regardless of the words we choose.

—D. De Haan

5-Fingers Prayer

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Whoa! Persecution for their Christian Faith Results in This

An example of what has happened, may need to happen, and will happen as Christians the world over are hunted-down for their faith in Christ Jesus.

And the Lord,

he it is that doth go before thee;

 he will be with thee, 

he will not fail thee,

 neither forsake thee:

fear not, neither be dismayed.

Deuteronomy 31:8

FB: Release International

34.01.2020

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Izmir, Turkey: Pastor Andrew Brunson Update

pc: World Witness

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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Prayer: Keep It Up Against Curses & Spells

Year 2018: A reminder to me and others who name the Name of Christ to PRAY daily and tirelessly for the many needs that are inevitable while one remains alive and breathing. Fervent prayer in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ is one of my goals for Year 2018, and with His help, strength and prompting, I can do it.

It's also a very good idea to pray daily against the many wicked, spiritual situations that specifically target our duly-elected government leaders such as the POTUS, VP (include their spouses, children, extended families and Advisors in prayer to the Lord also).  They each have a job to perform, and they are to do it well or our country would be in trouble on many fronts. 
See the news links below for some of the deluded troublemakers.

NOTE: Christian, take heart!   God's unerring Word gives a firm assurance to the innocent, undeserving-of-curses man or woman.

Witches Cast Spells

Monthly Sorcery on President Trump

Praying with Authority

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List of Leftist Groups Against the POTUS

I say keep a very wary eye on these far left of the far left 75 Leftist Groups  who are opposed to President Donald Trump. I ask those who name the Name of Christ (i.e. Christians) to pray for the POTUS, VP, Congressmen, Senators, SCOTUS ... and, yes, even to pray for these hate-motivated, demon-influenced Leftist Groups:

In meekness instructing those that oppose themselves; if God peradventure will give them repentance to the acknowledging of the truth;

 And that they may recover themselves out of the snare of the devil, who are taken captive by him at his will.

Donald Trump, 1964

Crimethinc. Workers Collective

It's Going Down

Sub.Media

Earth First Media

AK Press

Indigenous Action

The Base

Nightshade Pittsburgh

ANTIFA Seven Hills

Resonance: An Anarchist Audio Distro

Rose City ANTIFA

Sprout Distro

Four Corners ANTIFA

Words as Weapons

Workers Assemble

Cop Watch Patrol Unit

Redneck Revolt



Complete List --> Leftist Groups Against Donald Trump
Note: some links no longer work

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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