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What happened in the Garden of Gethsemane? We see the two natures of Jesus compared: His full humanity, and His full deity! On the one hand Jesus KNEW what would befall Him over the next few hours and He could face it, but on the other hand we see Him in His humanity, looking for the support of three of His closest disciples. We all may have to face “the oil press” (the meaning of Gethsemane), from time to time, but are we willing to accept whatever the WILL of God is for our lives, no matter what. We see Jesus in His humanity facing the persecution, and the impending death He would face, but we also see Jesus in His divinity, horrified and in agony of soul, at the prospect of becoming SIN for us (See 2 Cor.5:21). To watch today's video, just click on this link! The post Matthew 26 Pt.8 – Gethsemane! appeared first on Living Rock Church.

Verse by verse study through the book of John Chapter Eighteen and Verse Four

Servant Song 4 Part 2, Four Things Jesus Knew. Series: Servant Song of Isaiah. Type: Sermon

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Verse by verse study through the book of John Chapter Thirteen and Verse Eighteen

Fr. Eric Nicolai preached this meditation at Lyncroft Centre in Toronto on August 25th, 2024, the twenty-first Sunday of Ordinary time (year B). The focus is John 6, the denouement of the passages on the bread of life. John 6, 60-62: After hearing his doctrine many of the followers of Jesus said, ‘This is intolerable language. How could anyone accept it?' Jesus was aware that his followers were complaining about it and said, ‘Does this upset you? What if you should see the Son of Man ascend to where he was before? ‘It is the spirit that gives life, the flesh has nothing to offer. The words I have spoken to you are spirit and they are life. Music: FALL - Adrian Berenguer (Album Singularity)

Verse by verse study through the book of John Chapter Thirteen and Verse Eleven

Part of our series of verse-by-verse studies through the Bible. Drawing Near is a ministry of FBC Tipp City. Reggie Osborne: Pastor/Teacher. regosborne1@gmail.com 

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In this breakout, David Mathis looks at the profound relationship Jesus had with Scripture, exploring how the fully human and fully divine Jesus came to know and embody the words of God with such authority and depth. This talk is not just about learning Scripture, but living it—highlighting the practices of memorization and meditation as vital to a vibrant Christian life. 

Pastor Glenn Murphy - Sunday, May 19, 2024

Pastor Glenn Murphy - Sunday, May 19, 2024

Dr. Charles Blackstock finishes his series teaching the leadership secrets of Jesus.

Dr. Charles Blackstock finishes his series teaching the leadership secrets of Jesus.

Series: Lord's Supper CommentsService: Sun AMType: SermonSpeaker: Nathan Stoa

While the events that happened in Matthew 26:17-75 were sad and unsettling, Jesus knew all along how it would play out. He knew and He let it happen anyways. Today, Tom walks us through the passage as Jesus gets closer to giving the ultimate sacrifice for all mankind. To see more Easter week devotionals go to https://bit.ly/4a4bhat Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

While the events that happened in Matthew 26:17-75 were sad and unsettling, Jesus knew all along how it would play out. He knew and He let it happen anyways. Today, Tom walks us through the passage as Jesus gets closer to giving the ultimate sacrifice for all mankind. To see more Easter week devotionals go to https://bit.ly/4a4bhat Share your stories, prayer requests, or your response to this devotional in the comments below. If you would like to know more about New Life, who we are, what we believe, or when we meet, visit http://newlife.church. Or you can fill out a digital connection card at http://newlife.church/connect - we would love to get to know you better!

The text of John 12:20-36 is a very significant moment in the life of Jesus – especially in relation to his impending death. It happened when some Greeks appeared and sought and audience with him. This was the signal for Jesus that his ‘time had come’…but what did that mean? What did he know? And […]

David Mathis | How did Jesus know Scripture so well? The same way we can today: through patient, prayerful meditation on the word of God.

This sermon was preached by our Lead Pastor Paul Smith on Matthew 3:16–17 and 4:1–11 and is part of our series True Security.

Verse by verse study through the book of John Chapter Eight and Verse Fifty Five

"Jesus knew joy because Jesus knew God.We can lean on the strength of this joy. His joy. We don't have to live at a frenetic pace; we can let God's peace draw us in. We can suggest joy take a front seat for once, and we can be amazed at the glimmers of hope we feel. We can lean into the joyfulness of the season, even if everything around us is hard. Doing so just might be a gift He's waiting for us to open.   Jesus, God with us, offers a spirit of joy that can carry us through long after the holidays. There's hope. There's joy. Christmas is coming, friends. May your heart be light. And may you have a very merry Christmas. "Leave a comment for Anna: https://incourage.me/?p=235451--Join us on Thursday, December 21st for the premiere of DaySpring's Christmas movie, Miracle in Bethlehem, PA, on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries! At 8/7 pm central, turn your TV to Hallmark Movies & Mysteries to watch the movie, and at the same time visit DaySpring's Facebook page to talk about the movie with other holiday movie fans. There will be trivia, Q&A, giveaways, and lots of fun! Details at incourage.me/podcast. The (in)courage podcast is brought to you by DaySpring. For over 50 years, DaySpring has created quality cards, books, and gifts that help you live your faith. Find out more at DaySpring.com.Connect with (in)courage: Facebook & Instagram for daily encouragement, videos, and more! Website for the (in)courage library, to meet our contributors, and to access the archives. Email us at incourage@dayspring.com. Leave a podcast review on Apple!

église AB Lausanne ; KJV John 13 Now before the feast of the passover, when Jesus knew that his hour was come that he should depart out of this world unto the Father, having loved his own which were in the world, he loved them unto the end. And supper being ended, the devil having now put into the heart of Judas Iscariot, Simon's son, to betray him; Jesus knowing that the Father had given all things into his hands, and that he was come from God, and went to God; He riseth from supper, and laid aside his garments; and took a towel, and girded himself. After that he poureth water into a bason, and began to wash the disciples' feet, and to wipe them with the towel wherewith he was girded. Then cometh he to Simon Peter: and Peter saith unto him, Lord, dost thou wash my feet? Jesus answered and said unto him, What I do thou knowest not now; but thou shalt know hereafter. Peter saith unto him, Thou shalt never wash my feet. Jesus answered him, If I wash thee not, thou hast no part with me. Simon Peter saith unto him, Lord, not my feet only, but also my hands and my head. Jesus saith to him, He that is washed needeth not save to wash his feet, but is clean every whit: and ye are clean, but not all. ...

Not only does the Good News of Jesus bring you eternal redemption from your sin, but it also gives you freedom. Freedom to worship because His affection is already yours!

As the end of Jesus' ministry on earth was drawing nearer, large crowds of people followed Him from each town and village. So the question someone raised in Luke 13:23 may seem unusual: “Lord, are only a few people going to be saved?”  Jesus had spent time with the crowds. He had fed them, taught... The post Weekly Leader Training for Preschool & Kids: Unit 24, Session 1—Jesus Knew He Would Be Rejected appeared first on The Gospel Project.

Did Jesus have false beliefs? A Muslim questions the crucifixion. Will humans advance to the point they won't need God?

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Jesus knows all that troubles our hearts. He knows how to comfort us so we are troubled no longer.You can also watch Pastor Jeremy's Evening Encouragements on our app or on our website: https://timeofgrace.vhx.tv/evening-encouragements-with-pastor-jeremyWant to keep in touch with Pastor Jeremy? Sign up to receive his periodic emails. https://timeofgrace.org/evening-encouragements-email/

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John 18:19-21 “The high priest then questioned Jesus about His disciples, and about His teaching. Jesus answered him, ‘I have spoken openly to the world; I always taught in synagogues and in the temple, where all the Jews come together; and I spoke nothing in secret. Why do you question Me? Question those who have heard what I spoke to them; they know what I said.'” I had a friend in South Africa, the late Judge Neels Claassen, who wrote a book entitled, “The Last Passover of Jesus on Earth: A judicial perspective of His trials, crucifixion, and resurrection.” He outlined the Jewish requirements for a fair trial from the Jewish Mishnah, the oldest authoritative codification of Jewish laws compiled over a period of two centuries. “This jurisdiction was vested in the Jewish Council or Sanhedrin comprising the High Priest, elders, and scribes, a total of 71. There were exceptionally strict regulations for trials. 1. The complainants had to apprehend the accused during daylight hours and then bring the prisoner to court. 2. A capital crime had to be heard during daylight hours. 3. The bench was not allowed to interrogate the accused. 4. Judgment had to be reserved until the next day, and in the event of conviction, the sentence had to also be delayed until the following day. 5. A conviction could only be imposed based on the evidence of at least two reliable and independent witnesses. The first two regulations were ignored as they arrested Jesus during darkness and they were intent on a capital crime. The third regulation was mocked as the high priest questioned Jesus. Even though Annas was not the acting High Priest, Jesus answered Annas according to the law. Basically, He reminded Annas of what was required by law. Jesus had spoken openly and thus there were plenty of opportunities for witnesses to be summoned and to testify. So Jesus asked, “Why do you question Me?” This is an amazing act of love in the midst of confrontation. He was actually speaking for Annas' highest good, even though He knew it would cost Him. He knew His fate was already determined. Even yet, without making any accusations against him, he lovingly reminded Annas and the rest of the court of what was right. Sometimes that is the only way to love in a situation when someone is out to get you and hates you. You can simply state the truth without accusing them. It was Peter who described Jesus' attitude and actions before this council. May we love like this. 1 Peter 2:21-23. “For you have been called for this purpose, since Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example for you to follow in His steps, WHO COMMITTED NO SIN, NOR WAS ANY DECEIT FOUND IN HIS MOUTH; and while being reviled, He did not revile in return; while suffering, He uttered no threats, but kept entrusting Himself to Him who judges righteously.” Acknowledgment: Music from “Carried by the Father” by Eric Terlizzi. www.ericterlizzi.com

Today's devotional leads us to reflect on Jesus as both God and man, the perfect, spotless sacrifice that came to atone for the sins of all the world. This devotional is adapted from MY Journal, Leading The Way's monthly devotional magazine. Sign up now for a free six-month subscription to MY Journal—Dr. Youssef's gift to you.If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael Youssef's sermon Christmas According to Jesus: LISTEN NOWAre you looking for a way to focus on Christ this Christmas? With 25 reflections on the character of our Savior, Dr. Michael Youssef's Advent devotional book Jesus The Only will prepare your heart not only for the wondrous celebration of Jesus' birth but also for His coming reign. Order your copy today at LTW.org!

Christmas is meant to be a time of joy. Every year, we have a new opportunity to celebrate the coming of our King and the miracle of His birth. We rejoice that God's Son made His home with us for a time. But, of course, He didn't stop there. Today's devotional shares the importance of Jesus' purpose that first Christmas.Today's devotional gives insight into Jesus' purpose for walking this earth. This devotional is adapted from MY Journal, Leading The Way's monthly devotional magazine. Sign up now for a free six-month subscription to MY Journal—Dr. Youssef's gift to you.If you would like more insight into today's devotional topic, listen to Dr. Michael Youssef's sermon Christmas According to Jesus: LISTEN NOWAre you looking for a way to focus on Christ this Christmas? With 25 reflections on the character of our Savior, Dr. Michael Youssef's Advent devotional book Jesus The Only will prepare your heart not only for the wondrous celebration of Jesus' birth but also for His coming reign. Order your copy today at LTW.org!

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This is a recording of the full service on Palm Sunday 1988. Dr. McIntyre spoke on the triumphal entry of Jesus and the roads he had to travel in the days ahead. He urged the congregation to walk with Jesus in their lives. Brother McIntrye had been away for several weeks and was heartily greeted back. He also expressed to the congregation how much he had missed them as their interim pastor and had been praying for them. He also appreciated the prayers, cards and other expressions of sympathy at the recent death of his mother. The service was blessed with the choir singing of "To God Be The Glory" and a female solo of "I Walked Today Where Jesus Walked." The congregational singing consisted of "When I Survey the Wondrous Cross" and "At the Cross."

Pr. Marie Duquette refers to Dr. Rev. Wil Gafney's  bible translations. Women in the bible managed some violence better than men. Jesus knew all this but no one in his home town believed in  him. What is wrong with  us in 2022 that we can't talk about all the 'new normal' issues like mental illness, black culture issues and white supremacy?Support the show

A deep, inspiring, and often challenging study of the Lord Jesus Christ's miracles and parables. Men who were led by the hand or groped their way along the wall to reach Jesus were touched by his finger and went home without a guide, rejoicing that Jesus Christ had opened their eyes. Jesus is still able to perform such miracles. And, with the power of the Holy Spirit, his Word will be expounded and we'll watch for the signs to follow, expecting to see them at once. Why shouldn't those who read this be blessed with the light of heaven? This is my heart's inmost desire. I can't put fine words together. I've never studied speech. In fact, my heart loathes the very thought of intentionally speaking with fine words when souls are in danger of eternal punishment. No, I work to speak straight to your hearts and consciences, and if there is anyone with faith to receive, God will bless them with fresh revelation. – Charles H. Spurgeon In this eighth volume, Charles H. Spurgeon expounds on the healing of a blind man and the feeding of the five thousand. List of Chapters 1. The Blind Beggar (Mark 10:46-52) 2. The Blind Man's Earnest Cries (Mark 10:47-48) 3. Jesus Stops (Mark 10:49) 4. A Gospel Sermon to Outsiders (Mark 10:49) 5. The Soul's Crisis (Luke 18:37) 6. Saving Faith (Luke 7:50; Luke 18:42) 7. Compassion for the Multitude (Matthew 14:17-18) 8. Jesus Knew What He Would Do (John 6:6) 9. The Boy's Loaves in the Lord's Hands (John 6:11) 10. The Miracle of the Loaves (Mark 6:52) 11. Certain Curious Calculations about Loaves and Fish (Mark 8:18-21)

Wretched Radio | Air Date: October 03, 2022 https://media-wretched.org/Radio/Podcast/WR2022-1003.mp3 Segment 1 If we go back and look, we can appreciate when our Savior lived. “The World Jesus Knew” by Anne Punton The more you can get your first century knowledge colored, the more the Bible will come alive for you. When you hear the John the […] The post THE WORLD JESUS KNEW appeared first on Wretched.

Do you know Jesus? Like really know Him? Or do you just go to church and then the rest of the week leave Him and His word on the shelf? Not to be triggering…just a real question! Do you feel close to Him and part of His family? Today we are going to talk a little bit about Judas..the man who was in Jesus' inner circle yet questioned him, stole from His ministry and ultimately handed Him over to be killed. You wanna know why and how this applies to us? Well then, let's dive in…What is so crazy about Judas is that he was part of Jesus' close relations. He lived with Jesus and the other 11 disciples for 3 years. He traveled with them, ate with them, prayed with them…He heard Jesus speak more times than anyone. He was discipled by Jesus directly. Yet he was unchanged. He wasn't kingdom minded and he let greed take over. - John 12:3-6He let greed take over. He was in charge of the money and questioned Jesus so might as well take some money too!This just shows that anyone is susceptible… this is why we have so many ‘failings' in the church. The enemy is a out to destroy us friend! - Listen to episode 41 here> https://www.buzzsprout.com/1769546/10379513                                                And episode 48 here >https://www.buzzsprout.com/1769546/10676325.                   When we take our eyes off the Lord and start to worry about what is in front of us… we lose sight of HIS will and purpose. It's a open door for the enemy to come in with fear, guilt, shame, condemnation, etc. We must ALWAYS be alert. 1 Peter 5:8To keep our eyes on Jesus we need to be in prayer, worship and our word EVERYDAY!!!- Episode 44 talks about practical ways to get into your biblical routine…if you haven't listen go check it out! Click here to listen> https://www.buzzsprout.com/1769546/10511122Judas didn't KNOW JesusEven if we go to church OR even read His word and have routine we need to keep chasing Jesus. Look at how close Judas was and he STILL lied, cheated and handed Jesus over. He literally heard sermon after sermon straight from the SON OF GOD's mouth and he betrayed him. This means we need to be diligent to continue to chase Jesus. To pray for understanding and commit our lives to His glory!When you KNOW Jesus you don't want to do anything but love Him and honor Him. Period. And guess what, there's more! Jesus KNEW all of this and yet he pulled him into His inner circle. He knew that Judas would question him, steal from him and betray him. But Jesus chose to continue to love Him, teach him and allow him to be close. This is an amazing testament to Jesus' character! He knows our flaws yet loves us anyway. He keeps calling us into His arms…loving us through the crazy. Be encouraged and challenged today friend!!! Have. wonderful week!✨Come hang with me on IG- https://www.instagram.com/mrsangelapitnikoff/✨Join our FB sisterhood!- https://www.facebook.com/groups/kingdomdaughterssisterhood✨Be more amazing and leave a review!- https://lovethepodcast.com/LoHGyj✨Want some fun free resources? Click here- www.thekingdomdaughters.com✨ Connect with me! mrsangelapitnikoff@gm

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A sermon from John 13:1-17. Supporting Passages: Hebrews 10:5-14; Philippians 2:1-8.

There is plenty – plenty of heartbreak, destruction, and death happening in our world today. But God's plan is perfect, and when we answer His call, there is plenty of joy to go around! Mark 6:31-34, Matthew 9:36-38, Luke 8:1-3) ******* Today as we study, we will read about Jesus' compassion and mission. What a focus, right? We will be reading from Mark 6:31-34, Matthew 9:36-38, and Luke 8:1-3   Let's begin with Mark 6:31-34 from the New Living Translation which records Jesus speaking to His disciples… 31 Then Jesus said, “Let's go off by ourselves to a quiet place and rest awhile.” He said this because there were so many people coming and going that Jesus and his apostles didn't even have time to eat. 32 So they left by boat for a quiet place, where they could be alone. 33 But many people recognized them and saw them leaving, and people from many towns ran ahead along the shore and got there ahead of them. 34 Jesus saw the huge crowd as he stepped from the boat, and he had compassion on them because they were like sheep without a shepherd. So he began teaching them many things. When I read this, I thought of the masses of people I have seen in my life. Prior to Covid, it was not unusual for many of us to see “masses” of people. Sporting events, concerts, and amusement parks were full of people. Highways and even church parking lots abounded with people. Humanity. And then Covid hit. And we all got more accustomed to living in our smaller bubbles. We would remember back, nostalgically, to the days of community. For many of us, our only “window to the world” was news reports and Zoom meetings. I can remember, several months into covid, going to the grocery store and seeing a mom with her baby – and I couldn't stop staring. Because I hadn't seen a baby in months! I didn't have any babies, or even young children, in my own bubble, so it was a novelty to see a child in the flesh. Then the world began opening up. My family has again been stepping out – attending concerts and events – but it's still a little odd. And the masses aren't quite as big. But just because the masses aren't grouped into one location, doesn't mean they don't exist. There are still babies in the world who are growing, learning to eat solid food, and use their own legs to walk – even though I may not see them. There are still people grieving because they have lost a loved one or themselves are battling illness or even depression – even though they are hidden in their homes. There are still those who are worrying about their finances, battling addictions, and celebrating life events – even though I can't see them through my own window to the world. Maybe that is why this scripture so impacted me. Jesus was with His disciples. And He knew the value of one-on-one connection, of pouring into His disciples individually. Our God is personal and loves and cherishes His one-on-one time with EACH of us! So He took His disciples by boat to go to a quiet place so they could be alone. But the people, the others, the whole of humanity, was still there. And they came from many towns and ran ahead of Him … and He saw them… and He had compassion on them … and He taught them. He saw them as sheep without a shepherd, and He became a shepherd TO them. Because He is the God of the one AND the God of the many. When Jesus sees the many, He doesn't see a mass, He sees every single individual. He sees into each soul. He knows the needs of each person, and He meets that need. But Jesus was one person – though a mighty and perfect person because He was God in the flesh. As a person, He must have been EXHAUSTED. He saw and fulfilled every need as God, but He was one man. But His plan was perfect…He told His disciples in John 16:17 that it was BEST for Him to go away…saying “…if I don't, the Advocate won't come. If I do go away, then I will send him to you.” Jesus was talking about the Holy Spirit. For though Jesus walked the earth as a single human being who was limited in the flesh, unable to be everywhere at once, the Holy Spirit is unlimited. God the Holy Spirit came to dwell in each one of us – making that personal connection to every single individual more feasible. But the Holy Spirit doesn't have a physical body. HIS glory is that He empowers those He indwells to do His work. He empowers us – you and me – to touch and aid people who need His help. He empowers us to use our voices to share about God Himself. He guides us into action and gives us each a plan – because it takes the masses to care for the masses! None of us can do it alone, but we are called and equipped, as a body, to each do our part – and there is Plenty of Work for All! In Matthew 9:36-38 we are told that when Jesus… … saw the crowds, he had compassion on them because they were confused and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. And it goes on…37 He said to his disciples, “The harvest is great, but the workers are few. 38 So pray to the Lord who is in charge of the harvest; ask him to send more workers into his fields.” Jesus KNEW what a big job meeting the masses was – He knew what the needs were and He knew the scope of those needs was far too much for one person to handle. Jesus knew that it would take us all. And He told His disciples to begin in prayer. Today…we see a different “mass” of people than those who are happily attending a sporting event or a concert. We can't turn on the news without seeing the masses of homeless and persecuted, fleeing for their lives from Ukraine. The sight is devastating. The young moms who are bravely holding their heads high for the sake of their children – not knowing where they are going to lay their head to rest or get their next meal. The kids who are struggling to walk long distances, wondering, with tears streaming down their faces, why their dog couldn't come with them and when they will see their father again. The faces of the older men and women, knowing their bodies are too weak to fight a cause that they so deeply believe in for a country they dearly love. Masses of people. Too many for us to wrap our heads around. Too many for us each to help – to reach – to comfort. But it isn't too many. Because God sees each and every one – and what's more – He knows exactly who He is sending to help each individual! And you'd better believe that He has a mission for you in all this! Jesus said to his disciples, the harvest IS great, but the workers are few. Many teach on this verse and refer only to bringing people into the Christian faith – and that is appropriate. But Jesus always sees our whole need – and He knows that we can reach the spiritual needs of people by first taking care of their physical needs. And right now, the masses are in need. So we, first, must pray, that God will send more workers. But then we need to step out and do the work. God has a plan to heal this catastrophe! God has a plan to reach every single hurting person. And His plan is to use OUR hands and feet! His many workers. Whom He sent here on purpose, for a purpose, for such a time as this! We've all worked with people who don't hold up their end of the bargain – people who don't do the work they've been asked to do. It's maddening, isn't it? And what happens when someone neglects to do their job? Either someone else ends up doing the work, or the work doesn't get done. Let's look at these outcomes. If you don't do the work you are called to do, the work may not get done. When we are talking about sweeping floors or cleaning bathrooms…it's easy to say…oh well! Right? But THIS work…the work of bringing comfort and aid and yes, even the good news of Jesus Christ to these hurting masses…can you lay your head on your own comfortable pillow and rest peacefully knowing that the person that God created YOU to help is going without? If you are a child of God – if you have accepted Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, He has sent His Holy Spirit to live inside you and to guide and empower you to be His hands and feet! YOU have a job to do – YOU are one of His workers in the field. So the first outcome if we refuse to do God's work is that it won't get done. Well, that simply is not going to happen – because our God is faithful and will never let us down. So…guilt alleviated…we move on to the second outcome of not doing as we are called… Someone else picks up the slack. The thing about that is, the one who picks up the slack, is also the one who gets the joy in fulfilling the need they were created to fill! Because God will always honor and grow and teach the one who works for Him doing His work! This crisis – these masses that we see fleeing in desperation, all made up of individuals with needs – may be one of the greatest opportunities in our lifetime to be the hands and feet of Jesus! Our first step is to pray – God, send the workers! Our second step is to stop and ask – if I am your worker, God, what is my job? What do I have the honor of doing for the masses? What do I have the honor of doing for the one – in your name? Am I called to financially sponsor a refugee? Am I called to reach out to friends who are closer to the destruction and ask how I can assist them in helping? Am I called to contact my local church and see how I can support them as they reach out? Can I ask God to entrust me as I pray for an individual family? You don't have to know their name or their exact situation – God will match up your prayers! We at Women World Leaders don't know all the people who listen to our podcasts, or read devotions and free magazines that are distributed worldwide. But we faithfully walk on – knowing that we are doing as God calls, and He will do the rest. Maybe you are being called to donate towards these efforts. If you are, you can do so at our website – www.womenworldleaders.com    In Luke 8:1-3, we are given a peek into who some of the workers were that Jesus was grooming for the harvest… 8 Soon afterward Jesus began a tour of the nearby towns and villages, preaching and announcing the Good News about the Kingdom of God. He took his twelve disciples with him, 2 along with some women who had been cured of evil spirits and diseases. Among them were Mary Magdalene, from whom he had cast out seven demons; 3 Joanna, the wife of Chuza (KOOza), Herod's business manager; Susanna; and many others who were contributing from their own resources to support Jesus and his disciples. The workers that Jesus called were not just men – they were women. And they weren't just women, they were previously broken women whom Jesus had pulled close to Himself. Maybe you can relate! Are you a woman who was previously broken and is now held together by the superglue of God's love? If you are, He has a purpose for your pain. He wants you to remember His grace and He wants you to see, not the masses, but the individuals. He wants you to join Him as He reaches every single individual, filling their needs and pulling them close to Him. And He wants you to get the joy and satisfaction that only comes when we do His will, for His glory alone. We can certainly see by the masses being broadcast into our homes, that the need is extreme. But God has put together an army of compassion and care for such a time as this. He has empowered us with the Holy Spirit and He has called us to be His hands and feet. We must all claim our position and prepare for the work. There IS Plenty for All – plenty of opportunities to give, to grow, and be part of His glory as it abounds through this hurting world. Let's pray…Dear Most Holy, Gracious, and Compassionate Lord. Thank you for seeing us each individually. And thank you for giving us EACH the incredible opportunity to reach the masses by reaching the individual as we become your hands and feet. God – your provision for such a time as this is remarkable. We wonder at your plan, and we thank you for counting us worthy to serve in your name. Guide us into our calling, that we may canvass this world with your love, compassion, and practical provision for those in need. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.