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Spring into Summer - Christian Prayer Thread

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DutchOma · 17/05/2011 20:18

It always amazes me to see the range of things we pray for: from praying for people with cancer at the one end of the range to praying for a lost telephone. With difficult mothers-in-law, marital difficulties and unfeeling fellow Christians all wrapped up in it somewhere.
And knowing with joyful certainty that God hears us all, that no request is too frivolous for Him and that He loves to hear our prayers.
So, I just want to pick out a few highlights to keep our prayers focussed:
We pray for Amberlight and Sweetestthing who are dealing with cancer. We commit the two of you to the care of our Lord and look forward to you sharing your progress with us. We are here for you, knowing how important praying friends are ? there is scientific evidence for this.

Then, there are a few of us struggling with health issues:- Madhairday and Gingercurl?s sister. I would also like to mention my dh, Bob, here. I so value your prayers because I find it very difficult to pray for myself and for him when the going gets tough.

BlackeyedSusan and Teaandcakeplease are both dealing with the break-up of their marriage and bringing up their children on their own. We pray for strength and also for the undivided support of the churches they belong to. Especially in BES? case we could wish for a bit more understanding.

With CazandBelle we rejoice over the latest scan and pray for peace of mind for the rest of the pregnancy. Do share your feelings with us Caz, if you are able.

PositiveAttitude brought two prayer requests concerning her dds. Dd2 was in a car crash a few weeks ago and really needed another car. Wonderfully, her boyfriend was able to come to her rescue. And dd3 lost her phone on a trip that was a miracle in itself after her recent illness. Here again, prayer was answered and a new phone supplied.

Dippy, we love you, thanks for prompting us to do a new summary. We grieve with you over the loss of friends, but rejoice over birthday parties and broody chickens.

Let?s pray.

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Teaandcakeplease · 19/07/2011 20:54

Oh Caz praying lovely x

DutchOma · 19/07/2011 20:57

Oh Caz, my dear, what a very difficult time for you. I'm so glad that the hospital had you straight in and checked you over. They must be aware of you anxiety and hopefully will go on keeping a close eye on you.
I'm praying for calm especially when the time comes close to the time when Belle died, praying for that peace that the world cannot give, but which comes straight from the Holy Spirit.

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MadHairMoody · 19/07/2011 21:30

Praying muchly Caz. xx

amberlight · 20/07/2011 13:38

Much prayer...

...and something of an answered prayer here as my very nice main nurse is back and she was horrified that someone else at the hospital had told me they didn't want to know about the chemo side effects and I should go talk to my GP instead. And they may reduce my last dose so it's not so bad....

SweetestThing · 20/07/2011 14:07

Praying for you Caz - what a difficult time for you as your pregnancy progresses. DutchOma sums it up so eloquently, so I shall just say +1 to her comments.

amber - thank goodness someone has been sensible!! The standard of nursing and medical care for cancer patients is normally so high that it's even more of a disappointment when something is less than good. Praying that you have an easier time as you approach the end of chemo and that you find strength in the love of the Lord.

All fine here - start radiotherapy next week and am back at hospital on Friday to discuss putting my name forward for a clinical trial designed to spare my hearing and balance from the worst effects of the radiation. Scan with mask on to start the planning process was on Monday and it went okay. I didn't feel claustrophobic, which augurs well for the actual treatment. Got my hair done today, which is always a bit of a boost!

Please pray for our wonderful minister, whose elderly father died suddenly on Tuesday. We are so blessed with our minister and he has been especially helpful and supportive of me and my family in recent months - we are all feeling for him and his family at this sad time. Pray that his family find comfort knowing that their beloved father is safe in Jesus' care.

MadHairMoody · 20/07/2011 19:35

Asking for emergency prayers please. One of my seekers girls has been rushed into hospital - it seems to be cellulitis related but poss blood clot. Another dear friend just dx with cancer. And friends father with terminal cancer getting worse quickly. Please could you pray for these dear people for me. I feel overwhelmed.

MadHairMoody · 20/07/2011 19:36

ST - praying for your minister, and for you. x

Bluetinkerbell · 20/07/2011 19:39

oooh MadHair praying for all the people you asked for! God has us in His hands!

blackeyedsusan · 20/07/2011 23:07

got the end of term blues. I am exhausted and need a rest, but.. will not see anyone for ages and ages. toddler group has finished and that was my main support... feel lonely. I know I should get some phone numbers...but am rubbish at that sort of thing. ..

amberlight · 21/07/2011 07:39

Emergency prayers and lots of other sorts being said...

MaryBS · 21/07/2011 07:40

Prayers ST, MHD, and also for you BES. Sounds like you need a "cunning plan". Maybe a MN meet or something, is anything going on near to you?

PositiveAttitude · 21/07/2011 08:15

Prayers for everyone as I read through and catch up with everyone.

Caz - I so remember being in that situation. Prayers for peace for you. Just take one day at a time and don't expect too much of yourself. ((hugs))

Prayers for Amber as you come toward the end of your treatment and Sweetest as you start yours. Prayers for God's healing hand on both of you.

AAaaaaaaggggghhhhh!! Just deleted the rest of this message!!!

Short re-cap as I really need to get going today! Prayers for BES, MHD*'s requests and everyone else.

Could I ask you to pray for the situation with DD1. She moved home after needing to get away from her boyfriend, but has nothing. Everything she owns is in Blackpool. She arrived with the clothes she was stood in. I am trying to get her important bits, like expensive electrical goods, her camera, her personal bits and a few clothes sent down. We will pay, but the family she was with are being very awkward and will not co-operate. I have tried to be as accommodating as possible, but they are just not helping at all. Please pray. She cannot afford to replace it all and is only wanting the essential bits.

Have a good day. I am needing to pack and get the house sorted as we are off on holiday next week and someone is coming to stay in our house while we are away. Loads to do

MaryBS · 21/07/2011 09:52

Praying PA. Try asking on Freecycle? I've seen pleas before for people needing their whole house furnished...

Can I please ask you ladies to vote on for OC Support?. You'll need to register in order to vote, but it won't commit you to anything.

It would fund the helpline for 18 months if they were to win. I had OC during both of my pregnancies, and the helpline was a lifeline!

MadHairMoody · 21/07/2011 10:36

Will do Mary.

Praying for dd1 PA, and for you BES, is there people from church you can hook up with at all? Or any of the toddler mums on fb or anything? Praying that you will be able to meet up with friends and have a great and positive summer.

Thanks for emergency prayers! Friend in hospital doing OK.

Just been to the leavers assembly and feeling incredibly wobbly. NOt sure how will get through today and tomorrow, esp tomorrow night as we are throwing a big goodbye party/disco. :(

blackeyedsusan · 22/07/2011 10:17

its the holidays. feeling a bit better. wednesday was a real low. I will see people for the next 3 weekends for childrens parties. church are about as useful as a chocolate teapot to be honest. wondering whether i should find any where else and if I have the energy to.

MadHairMoody · 22/07/2011 11:32

BES - sounds so hard with the church situation. Do you feel you don't have much support there in general in terms of friendships? Maybe it wouldn't be a bad thing to look into other options, sort of leave the past a bit, I'm usually one for saying persevere but you've got to do the best for the situation you are in. Is there any churches local with toddler groups and good childrens' ministries? Maybe you could have a visit. I know it's so draining though to even think of it, but maybe a change will lift your spirits. I'm sure the others will have some wise words. Praying for you.

Feeling v bittersweet today, as it's our farewell party tonight so the last time we'll see many people. Church are also doing a goodbye service for us after new wine, but lots of other friends wouldn't come to a church thing so it'll be goodbye tonight :(

blackeyedsusan · 22/07/2011 12:51

goodbyes are always difficult... i am terrible at them... had to do loads at work as had a lot of temporary contracts. it is a very odd feeling.

amberlight · 22/07/2011 14:33

Could do with prayers for a very difficult family situation that I can't really say more about...prayers for better communication and for me to not feel so sad would be good.

MadHairMoody · 22/07/2011 15:52

Prayers coming your way amber.

Just dissolved in the playground, alongside ds and dd, and not a few of their friends and teachers and my friends. Why does it have to be so hard? I know we're following God's will and all that but it's so bloody hard and my dc are in tears and I'm sad.

amberlight · 22/07/2011 16:19

MadHair, would offer a unmumsnetty hug if it helps. But failing that, a virtual box of tissues, large cuppa and some prayers...

MadHairMoody · 22/07/2011 16:33

Thanks amber. Got to go get ready for our party. Taking large box of tissues! My contact lenses will not survive Grin How are you? x

amberlight · 22/07/2011 16:36

Can I pretend that I'm alright? Confused

MaryBS · 22/07/2011 17:18

I don't know, can you? Hugs and prayers for you anyway...

Bluetinkerbell · 22/07/2011 22:58

Prayers for everyone!

Can I ask for prayers far myself and my family for tomorrow? Please let God give me the strength to give Sterre a beautiful farewell!

DutchOma · 23/07/2011 08:09

Of course I will pray for you, darling. Most of all I'm praying that you will know heart, mind and soul that Sterre is safe and well in the arms of Jesus.

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