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Sunday, May 17, 2026

Dear blog followers, please pray 🙏 for me !

“Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you” — Psalm 50:15

Heavenly Father, Almighty God, Creator of heaven and earth, I come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, Your Son, the Healer and Redeemer. Lord, I lift up this person to You right now as they are preparing to go into the emergency room with severe lower back pain. You see their body, You see their suffering, and You see every detail that is hidden from human eyes.

Lord Jesus, You are the Great Physician. You walked among the sick, You touched the broken, You healed the lame, and You brought comfort to those in pain. I ask that You extend Your healing hand right now over their body. Touch their lower back, every muscle, every nerve, every disc, every joint, and bring relief where there is pain. Let inflammation be reduced, let tension release, and let comfort begin to replace distress.

Father, I ask for wisdom upon the doctors, nurses, and medical staff who will care for them. Give them clarity of mind, sharp discernment, and compassion in their actions. Guide them quickly to the right tests, the right diagnosis, and the right treatment. If there is anything serious or hidden causing this pain, reveal it early and clearly so it can be treated properly. If it is something that can heal with time and rest, let that healing be steady and complete.

Lord, I ask for peace to cover their mind right now. Remove fear, anxiety, and frustration. Replace it with Your calm presence. Let them not be overwhelmed by waiting or uncertainty. Let them feel Your nearness even in the emergency room, even in the pain, even in the discomfort.

Jesus, You said that You are our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Be present now in that hospital room. Let them sense that they are not alone. Strengthen their body to endure the process of waiting, evaluation, and treatment. Give them patience when things move slowly and relief when care is given.

Father, I also ask for protection over their entire body. Protect their spine, their kidneys, their nerves, and every system that supports them. Let nothing dangerous grow or worsen. Let healing begin even before treatment is fully administered. Let their body respond well to whatever medication or care is given.

Lord, I thank You that You are merciful and good. I thank You that You hear prayer. I thank You that You care about even this moment of pain and uncertainty. Let this situation not lead to fear, but to restoration. Let it not lead to harm, but to healing. Let it not lead to confusion, but to peace and clarity.

In the mighty and powerful name of Jesus Christ I pray, Amen.

I'm heading to the ER ! 
Sunday 5.17.25
8:14pm pst 

"Ugandan Evangelist Killed by Suspected Muslims After Sharing the Gospel | "

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/05/ugandan-evangelist-killed-suspected-muslims-sharing-gospel/ 

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Alfred Kitenga was reportedly beaten and stabbed around 9:30 p.m. on April 9 as he and his wife, Anna Grace Nabirye, were returning from a preaching event in the Namungoona area of Kampala, according to a report from Morning Star News..."

Thursday, May 7, 2026

🙏 - Today is National Day of Prayer, 5.7.26 🙏✝️ let us all spend eXtra time talking to God 🙏🙏🙏🙏🇺🇸🌎


I love praying ❤️✝️🙏

Here are 100 prayer prompts 

1. President Donald Trump: For wisdom in executive decisions and leadership.
2. The Vice President: For strength and discernment in their supporting role.
3. The Cabinet: For the Secretaries of State, Defense, and Treasury as they navigate global shifts.
4. The Supreme Court: For justice, integrity, and adherence to the Constitution.
5. The U.S. Senate: Especially as they debate the 2026 budget.
6. The House of Representatives: For unity in serving the American people.
7. 2026 Midterm Candidates: For integrity and peace during the upcoming election cycle.
8. State Governors: For those managing local economies and state-specific challenges.
9. Local Mayors and City Councils: For the safety and flourishing of our cities.
10. The Department of Justice: For fairness and the rule of law.
11. U.S. Intelligence Agencies: For the protection of our borders and digital infrastructure.
12. The Federal Reserve: For wisdom in managing inflation and interest rates.
13. FEMA and Emergency Responders: For those dealing with spring storm seasons.
14. State Legislatures: For the many states currently debating new mid-decade redistricting maps.
15. Election Officials: For the security and transparency of the 2026 voting process.
16. Border Patrol and ICE: For those on the front lines of migration issues.
17. The National Guard: For those deployed domestically for safety and disaster relief.
18. The Department of Education: For the safety and excellence of our schools.
19. Veterans Affairs: For the health and support of those who have served.
20. Diplomats and Ambassadors: For those representing American interests abroad.

## II. Global Conflicts & Peace
21. Iran-U.S. Negotiations: For a peaceful resolution to the ongoing conflict and military buildup.
22. Ukraine: For an end to the war and comfort for the millions displaced.
23. Israel and Gaza: For lasting peace and the protection of innocent civilians.
24. Mali: For those facing the recent surge in insurgent attacks and civil unrest.
25. Myanmar: For the civilians caught in the ongoing civil war.
26. Sudan: For an end to the civil war as it enters its fourth year.
27. Venezuela: For a diplomatic solution to the current tensions with the U.S.
28. Taiwan: For stability and peace in the Indo-Pacific region.
29. Haiti: For the restoration of order and safety from gang violence.
30. The Sahel Region: For those facing terrorism and political instability.
31. Yemen: For the continued efforts to maintain ceasefires and provide aid.
32. Syria: For the 16 million people still requiring humanitarian assistance.
33. The Democratic Republic of Congo: For peace in the eastern provinces.
34. Ethiopia: For continued healing and reconstruction following internal conflicts.
35. South Sudan: For those facing both conflict and extreme flooding.
36. North and South Korea: For the maintenance of peace on the peninsula.
37. Global Peacemakers: For the UN and various Boards of Peace meeting in Davos and elsewhere.
38. Religious Minorities: For those facing persecution in various nations.
39. Military Families: For the families of those deployed in the Middle East and Caribbean.
40. Cybersecurity Teams: For those defending against global state-sponsored digital attacks.

## III. Humanitarian & Social Issues
41. Famine in Sudan: For the millions currently facing starvation.
42. The Global Refugee Crisis: For the 117 million people forcibly displaced worldwide.
43. Human Trafficking Victims: For the rescue and restoration of the vulnerable.
44. The International Migration Review Forum: For the leaders meeting this week in New York.
45. Global Poverty: For the nearly 50% of people in Watchlist countries living in extreme poverty.
46. Health Care Workers: For those serving in conflict zones like Gaza and Sudan.
47. Clean Water Access: For communities in sub-Saharan Africa and rural Asia.
48. Educational Access: For children in war-torn areas whose schools have been closed or attacked.
49. Orphans and Foster Children: For loving homes and stable futures.
50. The Elderly: For those facing isolation or lack of care in our own communities.
51. Mental Health: For those struggling with anxiety, depression, and the New World Disorder.
52. Addiction Recovery: For those fighting the opioid and fentanyl crises.
53. Homeless Populations: For the hidden homeless in our suburbs and the visible in our cities.
54. Prisoners and Reform: For those seeking a second chance and for a just legal system.
55. Economic Stability: For families struggling with rising gas and grocery prices.
56. Farmers and Agriculture: For a bountiful harvest and fair markets.
57. Small Business Owners: For those providing jobs and services in our local towns.
58. Victims of Natural Disasters: For those recovering from recent floods in Brazil and East Africa.
59. Religious Freedom: That all may be free to worship according to their conscience.
60. Unity in the Church: That believers would lead the way in love and service.

## IV. People in Our Communities
61. First Responders: For our local police, fire, and EMT departments.
62. Teachers and Professors: For wisdom as they finish the spring semester.
63. Students: For those preparing for graduations and final exams.
64. Parents: For patience and wisdom in raising the next generation.
65. Marriages: For the strengthening of families and commitments.
66. Pastors and Ministry Leaders: For spiritual refreshment and clarity of vision.
67. Doctors and Nurses: For our local hospitals and clinics.
68. The Unemployed: For those searching for meaningful work.
69. Widows and Widowers: For comfort and a supportive community.
70. Youth Leaders: For those mentoring teenagers in a digital age.
71. Scientists and Researchers: For breakthroughs in medicine and technology.
72. Journalists and Media: For a commitment to truth and stories that build unity.
73. Artists and Creators: For those bringing beauty and inspiration to the world.
74. Athletes and Coaches: For integrity and safety in sports.
75. The Sick and Ailing: For healing and peace for those in our local congregations.
76. New Neighbors: For those moving into our communities to feel welcomed.
77. Volunteers: For those giving their time to food banks and shelters.
78. Social Workers: For those navigating the complexities of family services.
79. Truck Drivers and Logistics: For those keeping our supply chains moving.
80. Utility Workers: For those maintaining our power, water, and internet.

## V. Specific Requests for the Future
81. The 2028 Olympics: For the planning and preparation for the upcoming LA games.
82. AI Development: That technology would be used for the benefit of humanity.
83. Space Exploration: For the safety of astronauts on current missions.
84. Climate Stewardship: For wisdom in caring for the environment and resources.
85. Generational Healing: For the mending of divides between young and old.
86. Political Civility: For a return to respectful discourse in our nation.
87. The Gospel: For its continued spread and impact around the world.
88. Bible Translators: For those working to bring the Word to every language.
89. Missions Organizations: For protection for those serving in closed countries.
90. Christian Education: For the growth of schools and universities grounded in faith.
91. Protection of Life: For the most vulnerable from conception to natural death.
92. Racial Reconciliation: For continued progress in understanding and unity.
93. Economic Innovation: For new ideas to solve old problems of scarcity.
94. Integrity in Tech: For the leaders of social media platforms.
95. The Persecuted Church: For the strength and courage of believers in underground churches.
96. Global Literacy: That everyone would have the opportunity to read and learn.
97. Cultural Influence: That the themes of the National Day of Prayer would last all year.
98. Personal Growth: For a renewed heart of service in every individual.
99. Our Childrens Future: For a world of peace and opportunity for the next generation.
100. Thanksgiving: For the freedoms we enjoy and the hope we share.




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Sunday, May 3, 2026

Re intercessory prayer 🙏

The debate over praying to the saints (intercession) centers on how one interprets the relationship between the living, the deceased, and God. Below is a synthesized look at the primary arguments used by both sides.
Arguments For the Intercession of Saints
Proponents (primarily Catholics and Orthodox Christians) view the Church as a single, undivided family that spans both earth and heaven.
The "One Body" Principle: Based on 1 Corinthians 12 and Romans 8:38, believers argue that death cannot separate a Christian from the "Body of Christ." If we are all connected, those in heaven are still our brothers and sisters who care for us.
The "Great Cloud of Witnesses": Hebrews 12:1 describes those who have passed as a "cloud of witnesses" surrounding us. This is interpreted as a sign that they are aware of our lives and cheering us on from the "stands" of heaven.
Biblical Imagery of Prayers: In Revelation 5:8 and 8:3-4, elders and angels are seen holding "golden bowls" containing the prayers of the believers on earth. This suggests that those in heaven play an active role in presenting our petitions to God.
The Power of Righteous Prayer: James 5:16 says the prayer of a righteous person is "powerful and effective." Proponents argue that those in heaven are the most righteous humans possible, making their prayers exceptionally effective.
Jesus’ Words on the Living: In Matthew 22:32, Jesus says God is "not the God of the dead, but of the living." This supports the idea that saints are fully conscious and active, not "asleep" or unreachable.
Arguments Against the Intercession of Saints
Opponents (primarily Protestant denominations) emphasize the sufficiency of Christ and the strict boundaries set in Scripture regarding prayer.
The Sole Mediatorship of Christ: The most cited verse is 1 Timothy 2:5: "For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus." Critics argue that asking saints for help creates unnecessary "middlemen" when we have direct access to God.
The Limit of Human Nature 
: Critics argue that for a saint to hear millions of simultaneous, silent prayers in different languages, they would need to be omniscient (all-knowing) and omnipresent (everywhere at once). They believe these attributes belong to God alone.
The Silence of the New Testament: Opponents point out that there is no command in the Bible to pray to the deceased, nor do the Apostles ever model this behavior in their letters. They follow the principle of Sola Scriptura (Scripture alone).
Prohibition of Necromancy: Some argue that any attempt to communicate with those who have died violates Deuteronomy 18:10-11, which forbids consulting the dead. They believe the boundary between the living and the dead should not be crossed.
The Sufficiency of the Holy Spirit: Romans 8:26 says the Holy Spirit intercedes for us when we don't know how to pray. Critics argue that with the Spirit and Jesus already advocating for us, seeking saints is a distraction from the Trinity.
Summary Comparison
| Feature | Pro-Intercession Perspective | Anti-Intercession Perspective |
|---|---|---|
| Status of Saints | Alive and active in Christ. | Dead or "asleep" until the Resurrection. |
| Nature of Prayer | Like asking a friend to pray for you. | An act of worship or communication reserved for God. |
| How they hear | Through God’s power/the Holy Spirit. | Impossible; humans are not omniscient. |
| Biblical Focus | Revelation 5:8 (Prayers in bowls) | 1 Timothy 2:5 (One Mediator) |

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Whether your relatives in heaven can hear you depends on which theological framework you follow. Here is the breakdown of the two primary views:

The Yes Perspective (Communion of Saints)
This view, held by Catholics, Orthodox Christians, and some Anglicans, suggests that your relatives are active and aware.

The Mystical Connection: Believers argue that the Body of Christ is not broken by death. If we are all one in Jesus, those in heaven remain connected to those on earth.
The Cloud of Witnesses: Based on Hebrews 12:1, it is believed that the deceased act as a cloud of witnesses who observe and support the living.
How they hear: It is not believed that humans become all-knowing when they die. Instead, through their perfect union with God, he allows them to be aware of your prayers and needs so they can pray for you in return.

The No Perspective (Sole Mediatorship)
This view, held by most Protestant denominations, suggests that communication with the deceased is neither possible nor biblically supported.

Christ as the Only Bridge: Based on 1 Timothy 2:5, which states there is one mediator between God and mankind, critics argue that we should go directly to Jesus. They believe involving relatives creates middlemen that aren't needed.
Soul Sleep: Some interpret the Bible to mean the dead are asleep or at rest (as mentioned in 1 Thessalonians 4:13) until the final resurrection, meaning they are not conscious of earthly events.
Human Limitations: This view argues that hearing prayers would require a relative to be everywhere at once (omnipresent), which is a trait belonging only to God.

Summary
If intercessory prayer includes the deceased, it is seen as a family conversation where those in heaven pray with you to God. If it is rejected, it is because prayer is seen as an act of worship meant only for God, with the deceased having no role in earthly affairs.

👍 good news 🗞️ "A Federal Appeals Court Blocks Mail-Order Abortion Pills -" LifeNews.com

https://www.lifenews.com/2026/05/01/federal-appeals-court-blocks-mail-order-abortion-pills/ 

Very good 👍 😊 

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"A federal court issued a ruling today that temporarily blocked mail-order abortions and, if ultimately upheld, could save tens of thousands of babies from abortions.

The federal appeals court temporarily blocked a Biden administration rule allowing the abortion drug mifepristone to be dispensed through the mail, a victory for pro-life advocates working to protect women and unborn children from unregulated chemical abortions that bypass state laws protecting babies from abortions..."

Saturday, May 2, 2026

Intolerable "Two more men hanged in Iran as authorities ramp up executions |" accused them of spying for Israel

https://www.iranintl.com/en/202605024526 

"The judiciary’s media center said Yaghoub Karimpour and Nasser Bekrzadeh were hanged in Urmia Central Prison following legal proceedings.

The hangings come as authorities continue to carry out daily executions, taking place against the backdrop of a fragile ceasefire following the conflict that erupted on Feb. 28..."
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Summary: Executions & Internal Crisis in Iran - May 2, 2026

Recent Executions
- Two men, Yaghoub Karimpour and Nasser Bekrzadeh, were hanged in Urmia Central Prison on Saturday morning.
- Charges included spying for Israel and cooperating with Mossad.
- Rights groups report the legal processes were non-transparent, fast-tracked, and conducted under torture.
- Karimpour was a member of the Yarsan religious minority; Bekrzadeh was a 26-year-old Kurdish political prisoner.

Human Rights Concerns
- UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk reports at least 21 executions and over 4,000 national security arrests since February 2026.
- Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi was hospitalized in critical condition after losing consciousness twice in Zanjan Prison.
- Another prisoner, Mehrab Abdollahzadeh, faces imminent execution for participation in the Woman Life Freedom protests.

Domestic Aftermath of the Conflict
- Tehran residents displaced by the 40-day war are facing forced evictions from temporary hotel housing.
- Reconstruction aid is stalled; promised rental support and repair grants have largely failed to materialize due to budget constraints.
- Estimated war damage amounts to approximately 3,000 dollars per Iranian citizen.
- A 60-day state-imposed internet blackout continues, while authorities roll out a tiered Internet Pro system that critics label as discriminatory and corrupt.

International Controversy
- Canada is facing a political firestorm after granting a Temporary Resident Permit to Mehdi Taj, Iran's football chief and a former IRGC intelligence commander.
- Taj was turned away at the border after public outcry and reporting by Iran International revealed his ties to the IRGC, which Canada designated as a terrorist entity in 2024.

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Prayers for Iranians ✝️🙏🇮🇷

Lord Jesus, Source of Light and Grace,
We seek the comfort of Your face.
For those who dwell in Persia’s land,
We ask the shield of Your right hand.
The innocent are filled with fear,
O Savior, draw their spirits near.
From city streets to mountain height,
Be Thou their beacon in the night.
For those who face the gallows' rope,
Restore their breath, renew their hope.
For every soul in prison's deep,
The promises of mercy keep.
The shadows grow, the fires burn,
To You, the Prince of Peace, we turn.
Protect the mother and the child,
Midst storms of war and passions wild.
For those whose homes are turned to dust,
In Your compassion, they must trust.
Provide for those with bread and rest,
The weary and the most oppressed.
Break every chain of iron and hate,
And open wide the freedom gate.
Give wisdom to the hearts of men,
To seek for peace and life again.
Restrain the hand that seeks to kill,
Subdue the pride and human will.
Let justice roll like waters deep,
While those who mourn are lulled to sleep.
We pray for those who stand alone,
That Your great mercy may be shown.
O Christ, who bore the cross’s pain,
Let not their suffering be in vain.
Bring healing to the wounded ground,
Where grace and courage now abound.
To Father, Son, and Spirit blest,
We give our fears and find our rest.
Keep Iran’s people in Your sight,
And lead them safely toward the light.
Amen.

Friday, May 1, 2026

"Nigeria: 150 Displaced Persons Died in Military Detention Camp in Kwara - Amnesty International - "

https://allafrica.com/stories/202605010052.html 


"...in a statement on Tuesday, the organisation said those who died were among about 1,500 Fulani men, women and children detained at the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Orientation Camp in Yikpata after fleeing attacks by armed groups across parts of the state..."

Thursday, April 30, 2026

🙏✝️"Gunmen Abduct Christian Schoolgirls, Kill 1 in Nigeria - "

https://persecution.org/2026/04/28/gunmen-abduct-christian-schoolgirls-kill-1-in-nigeria/ 

"Those reported abducted include: 

Augustina Muntari, student at GSS Gumel 
Happy Muntari, student at GSS Gumel 
Favour Tanimu, student at GSS Kachia 
Patience Joseph, student at GSS Kachia 
Peace Irimiya, student at St. John’s School, Kachia 
Bishara Irimiya, student at St. John’s School, Kachia 
Irimiya Galadima, the driver 
Fatu Danladi 
Laraba Caleb 
One of the students, Purity Babangida, was killed while attempting to escape during the attack "

Monday, April 27, 2026

"A Christian Family in Pakistan Fights for Justice for their Daughter - "

https://persecution.org/2026/04/24/a-christian-family-in-pakistan-fights-for-justice-for-their-daughter/ 


"The trouble began on July 3, 2025, when a man named Usman Ali allegedly kidnapped Sabir at gunpoint. This happened after she had already rejected his marriage proposal. To cover his tracks, Ali presented a forged marriage certificate in court, claiming Sabir had converted to Islam and married him of her own free will. .."

🙏✝️ "At Least 4 Christian Farmers Gunned Down in Their Fields by Motorcycle Mounted Islamists in Nigeria | "

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/04/least-4-christian-farmers-gunned-fields-motorcycle-mounted/ 


'Fulani Muslim Militia killed five Christian farmers in Benue State on Saturday, according to TruthNigeria.

Residents said dozens of armed militia members on motorcycles shot villagers working in the fields. At least four people were killed, with some reports putting the death toll at five..."

Sunday, April 26, 2026

( at Washington Hilton hotel ) chilling moment at White House Dinner ! Praise God everybody's OK !


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which is one of the reasons Trump was building a new ballroom at the White House because of security issues at other venues. But the ballroom is now on hold due to lawsuits despite the ballroom being in mid-construction. Ridiculous

Friday, April 24, 2026

Excellent 👍🤱👶"Kenya Court Rules There's No Right to Kill Babies in Abortions - "



https://www.lifenews.com/2026/04/24/kenya-court-rules-theres-no-right-to-kill-babies-in-abortions/ 

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The three-judge bench overturned a 2022 High Court decision that had expanded access to abortion services. The appeals court held that Kenya’s 2010 constitution expressly prohibits abortion while allowing limited exceptions.

“Abortion is not a fundamental right guaranteed under the Constitution. On the contrary, the Constitution expressly prohibits it but provides exceptions in limited circumstances,” the judges ruled.."
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🙏✝️"Drone attacks kill at least 44 civilians in Darfur and Kordofan -" Dabanga Radio TV Online

https://www.dabangasudan.org/en/all-news/article/drone-attacks-kill-at-least-44-civilians-in-darfur-and-kordofan 



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هجوم بمسيرة- أنتوني هيدلي / المفوضية السامية لحقوق الإنسان
هجوم بمسيرة- أنتوني هيدلي / المفوضية السامية لحقوق الإنسان

More than 44 people, including women and children, were killed or injured in an air strike on the town of Umm Dukhun in Central Darfur. In West Kordofan, nine people — three women and six children — were killed in a drone strike on Wednesday on El Wahda market in El Fula.

Local sources said a drone carried out the attack on Umm Dukhun Wednesday, firing eight missiles at multiple locations, killing more than 24 people and injuring about 20 others in a preliminary toll that is expected to rise..."
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Thursday, April 23, 2026

Condolences 🙏,"Horror as ‘father-of- the-year’ shoots 11-yo son dead at airport b/f turning gun on himself

"Cops were called to the Elko Regional Airport in Nevada at 12:38pm near the airline ticket counter, where officers found Giovanni Perez dead at the scene.

Callan was discovered moments later inside a rest room with gunshot wounds.."


https://share.newsbreak.com/i83bvikt 

Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Prayers 🙏 "Body found, 5 crew members still missing after US cargo ship overturns"


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"The vessel Mariana, a 145-foot dry cargo ship registered in the U.S., suffered engine failure when Typhoon Sinlaku slammed down in the Mariana Islands, a chain that includes the Northern Marianas and Guam, the U.S. Coast Guard reported
..''
https://share.newsbreak.com/i7pqc3ih 

Sunday, April 19, 2026

: 🙏Horrific: "Eight Children Dead After Mass Shooting in Louisiana, Victims Range from 18 Months to 15 Years Old "




https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/04/breaking-eight-children-dead-after-mass-shooting-louisiana/ 


"KSLA reports, “a total of 10 people were shot, the only survivors being two adult women, with one suffering from life-threatening injuries. One of the women is believed to be in some kind of relationship with the suspect. Police also say the woman who has life-threatening injuries is believed to have been shot in the head..."

: prayers 🙏 4 our Xian brothers "Up to 60 Christians Killed in DR Congo After Rejecting Islamic State “Generous Offer”


🙏✝️🙏✝️❤️


https://www.barnabasaid.org/us/news/up-to-60-christians-killed-in-d-r-congo-after-rejecting-islamic-state-ge/ 

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Up to 60 Christians were massacred by Islamists in the province of Ituri, north-eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), on April 1.

A source affiliated to Islamic State (IS – also known as ISIS, ISIL, Daesh) reported that its fighters “targeted Christians” after they “rejected the generous offer made to them by Islamic State, based on the just rulings of Islam.”

Saturday, April 18, 2026

Prayers 🙏 for Korean missionary in Russia " Live out Hebrews 13:3 for detained Missionary Park Tae-yeon "


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https://www.mnnonline.org/news/live-out-hebrews-133-for-detained-missionary-park-tae-yeon/ 

✝️🙏✝️🙏
"Eric Foley with VOM Korea explains that after decades of faithful service in Russia, 70-year-old Park was stopped on her way home to South Korea in January. She’s now in a Russian holding facility, facing alleged immigration charges that could carry an up to 17-year prison sentence. 

The charges against Park are a mask for Russia’s underlying issue: her missionary work among children. ..."

Friday, April 17, 2026

horrific "Eighth grade student kills 10 people, wounds 12 in Turkey's 2nd school shooting in 2 days"

📖🇺🇸✝️🙏America Reads The Bible | Join the Movement Now, April 18-25, 2026, Washington DC 🗽




https://www.americareadsthebible.com 


"April 18-25, 2026, over 475 leaders from all spheres of influence will gather in Washington, D.C. to read the entire Bible aloud ahead of our nation's 250th anniversary."


I hope to be in DC for the
 250th anniversary of America 🇺🇸🗽✝️,
 like I was last summer for the 250th anniversary of the army,
 which was also a big shindig 
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Praise God! game- changer👍" Strait of Hormuz Is ‘Completely Open’ After Lebanon Deal, Iran & U.S. Say " NY Times




https://www.nytimes.com/live/2026/04/17/world/iran-us-war-trump?campaign_id=60&emc=edit_na_20260417&instance_id=174229&nl=breaking-news&regi_id=307780662&segment_id=218379&user_id=bfbc9e4f8b5d9f3c19c185c1082bf3a2 

I've been praying 🙏🙏🙏
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constantly for Iran 🇮🇷on a daily basis for a resolution -hopefully this will be a permanent thing and everlasting and hopefully Iran can agree to become a legitimate democracy. 


"Shortly after Iran’s announcement, President Trump responded in social media post: “IRAN HAS JUST ANNOUNCED THAT THE STRAIT OF IRAN IS FULLY OPEN AND READY FOR FULL PASSAGE. THANK YOU!”

Brent crude, the international oil benchmark, fell more than 10 percent, to below $90 a barrel, its lowest level in more than a month, though it remain..."

Monday, April 13, 2026

We are at a catastrophic point 😟 "America’s Birth Rate Collapsing as the Left Destroys the Family | "

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https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/04/one-third-my-generation-aborted-americas-birth-rate/ 


"The national birth rate has now fallen to roughly 1.56 births per woman, far below the 2.1 births per woman generally considered necessary for population replacement. No serious country can ignore a gap that large without consequences. .."

Monday, April 6, 2026

: Pray 🙏 for Iran to Come To Their Senses & Surrender "Prayer to remove the veil of evil darkness over Iran "



https://www.wnd.com/2026/04/needed-now-prayer-remove-veil-evil-darkness-iran/ 

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Iran is under both political oppression and spiritual darkness. The war against the Islamic Republic is not only a geopolitical conflict, but also a spiritual battle between good and evil. With the false god they worship, their "messianic" goal to bring the "12th Imam," and the witchcraft that the ayatollahs and other regime leaders employ to subjugate and sacrifice Iranians, there is no more clear battle of good and evil. After all these decades, Iranians know the truth and have increasingly turned away from Islam..."

Thursday, April 2, 2026

✝️🙏"HOLY WEEK TERROR: ISWAP killed 12 Christians in Chibok "- Truth Nigeria

https://truthnigeria.com/2026/03/holy-week-terror-iswap-killed-12-christians-in-chibok/ 

"
Terrorists of the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) killed 12 Christians in an overnight assault on Kautikari, a community near Chibok in Southern Borno..."

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

🙏✝️"Dozens Killed During Palm Sunday Attacks in Nigeria - " Daily

https://harbingersdaily.com/dozens-killed-during-palm-sunday-attacks-in-nigeria/ 

"
Gunmen killed at least 30 people during a Palm Sunday attack in Ungwan Rukuba, a community in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau state, Nigeria..."

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

✝️🙏"Nigerian Christians Massacred on Palm Sunday"

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/03/nigerian-christians-massacred-palm-sunday/ 


"On the evening of March 29, 2026, terrorists attacked the Angwan Rukuba area of Jos, Plateau State. Gunmen riding motorcycles shot an unspecified number of youths. "The attackers just rode past and started shooting sporadically. People were running in different directions," said one resident. A humanitarian worker confirmed at least 10 dead, while another report placed the figure at 15..."

Friday, March 27, 2026

🙏✝️"Globalist State-Sanctioned Suicide: Spain to Euthanize 25-yo Gang-Rape Victim Abandoned in Migrant-Filled Juvenile Center |

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/03/globalist-state-sanctioned-suicide-spain-euthanize-25-year/ 

"
Vox party president Santiago Abascal expressed profound dismay, stating, "I'm deeply affected by this news. The State takes a daughter away from her parents. The MENAs rape her. And the solution the State gives her is to drive her to suicide."

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

"Report: Trump Sends 15-Point Peace Plan to Iran, Wants Monthlong Ceasefire" – RedState

https://redstate.com/bobhoge/2026/03/24/report-trump-sends-15-point-peace-plan-to-iran-wants-monthlong-ceasefire-n2200593 

"
According to multiple reports, President Donald Trump has sent Iran a 15-point peace plan to end the conflict, and it addresses both the Islamic Republic's nuclear weapons and ballistic missiles programs.


The proposal was said to have been delivered through Pakistani government intermediaries. .."

Monday, March 23, 2026

,✝️❤️🙏"Iran executes 19-year-old champion wrestler Saleh Mohammadi, two others"

https://nypost.com/2026/03/19/world-news/iran-executes-19-year-old-champion-wrestler-saleh-mohammadi-two-others/ 

"
 Mohammadi, a rising star from Qom, was allegedly tortured to confess to the capital crime of waging war against God, with the teen executed without a fair trial, according to human rights groups.."

Thursday, March 19, 2026

🙏🏈"Chris Pratt: Seahawks Thanking God After Winning the Super Bowl 'The Best'"

https://www.breitbart.com/entertainment/2026/03/17/chris-pratt-seahawks-thanking-god-after-winning-the-super-bowl-the-best/ 


"Tuesday on NBC's "Today," actor Chris Pratt said watching the Seattle Seahawks pray after winning the Super Bowl was the "best."

Host Craig Melvin said, "Folks who don't know you were born and raised in Washington State. Lifelong Seahawks fan. So much so that they invited you to do this, I want to show folks Chris Pratt at the Super Bowl."

Sunday, March 15, 2026

🙏"Strait of Hormuz tensions rise; ministry urges prayer for U.S. troops"

https://www.mnnonline.org/news/strait-of-hormuz-tensions-rise-ministry-urges-prayer-for-u-s-troops/ 

"
The United States says it has destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying vessels as tensions continue to rise in the Persian Gulf. The strikes come as Iran attempts to disrupt oil traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping lane where roughly a fifth of the world's oil passes each day. Three commercial ships have been attacked there so far..."

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

❤️✝️🙏"20 Dead in Latest Attack on Nigerian Christian Community | "

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/03/20-dead-latest-attack-nigerian-christian-community/ 

"Islamist bands attacked two communities, Tyungu Jam and Mbaav, in the Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State, killing about 20 people and leaving many others missing..."

Sunday, March 1, 2026

"We Got Him: Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Has Been Taken Out"

https://townhall.com/tipsheet/mattvespa/2026/02/28/confirmed-ayatollah-ali-khamenei-is-dead-n2672068 


"With Khamenei's death, a clear successor is yet to emerge, and many potential candidates are also dead, having been killed in a series of airstrikes early Sunday morning. Based on reports, some 30 bunker buster bombs were dropped on his residence (via Axios)..."

Saturday, February 28, 2026

✝️'We are blowing on the embers of hope': Savannah Guthrie increases reward to $1 million re mother Nancy "

https://www.wnd.com/2026/02/we-are-blowing-embers-hope-savannah-guthrie-offers/ 

✝️❤️🙏Savannah:
"
We know that millions of you have been praying, so many people have been praying of every faith and no faith at all, praying for her return and we feel those prayers. Please keep praying without ceasing."

"We still believe, we still believe in a miracle. We still believe that she can come home. Hope against hope. As my sister says, we are blowing on the embers of hope."

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

"More Christians Killed in Nigeria as Media and Democrats Deny Genocide | "

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2026/02/more-christians-killed-nigeria-as-media-democrats-deny/ 

"
Thirty-eight people were killed, and numerous residents, primarily women and children, were abducted. Police stated they had prior intelligence about the attack, but were unable to reach the area in time due to poor road access.."

Thursday, January 29, 2026

✝️Prayers 🙏 4 Lala Zeeshan ❤️ "Afghan believer attacked while sharing God’s Word in Afghanistan -

https://www.mnnonline.org/news/afghan-believer-attacked-while-sharing-gods-word-in-afghanistan/ 

"
When Lala Zeeshan came to Christ, people from his former religious community attacked him.

"His arm and one of his ribs were broken due to persecution by members of a former faith community, Islam, and there was a Muslim extremist who wanted to kill him. Even then he chose to publicly declare his faith in Jesus," explains Nehemiah.

Despite those threats, he continued serving — until a recent attack.

"During the current Audio Bible distribution campaign in Afghanistan, Lala Zeeshan was brutally attacked by extremists because of his involvement in sharing God's word," says Nehemiah.."

Thursday, January 22, 2026

The Olga drama continues



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So I mentioned previously this lady I call her Olga.  I don't know her real name but she's always at every university gathering that includes free food. Literally.

When I first started coming to this university as a member of the community I enjoyed the free food gatherings as well. Now I am actually more interested in the lecture than the free food, but sometimes they go hand in hand.

I think she showed up around the same time I did- maybe a little bit after -because I noticed she would watch me for cues as to what to do -as if she considered me an authority or something. 

And she would imitate me. Occasionally I might hold up my phone to take a picture of a screen that the speaker is referring to. And then I would notice she does the same thing a few seconds after me.

 It wasn't coincidence. She noticed I did it and that prompted her to do the same even though I don't think she even was really taking a picture or if she was,  she didn't really care what she was taking a picture of. 

And at  a law school event, when I put the back down of one of the chairs in the law school room where those chairs go down, I noticed she did the same a few minutes later. 

Then, last week r I arrived early for an event, and then she showed up and even though  the room was still fairly empty, she asked if she could sit right next to me. It was odd and very creepy to me because we're not friends. I've never talked to her nor have I gotten to know her at all because I just plainly don't like her. 

I noticed her piggish behavior from the beginning she would position herself to always be right by the food table sometimes getting up in the middle of a lecture because she knew it was coming to an end and so she wanted to be right by the door where she could get to the food fastest, & first .

 I've seen her go to one event to get some food and she fills her plate and she takes that plate & she comes to a second event for more food .

 I'm wondering where she comes from and by the way where she lives- I'm wondering if she actually sleeps in an office of somebody who she's a friend with -maybe she's a friend with a professor who's kind of made her into an activist of some sort.

 Because she's so easily able to show up at all these events all the time on time she has to have some kind of easy access to the campus.

She has asked questions to a speaker a few times and she speaks in broken English so she's obviously from another country. But as I was saying just this last few weeks the odd behavior has been increasing because first of all she asked to sit next to me. 

A week later I noticed she put her stuff down right next to a chair where my laptop was- which I had placed there as I came in so I would have a chair to sit in because the seats fill up fast at this particular venue.

 So there she is trying to sit next to me again. When I noticed she put her stuff down right next to my chair I just picked up my laptop and moved somewhere else. I'm starting to wonder if she's actually just trying to harass me . 

And then most recently today I noticed when I came in she was already sitting in the chair I sat in last time as if she intentionally was trying to take my chair.

 Personally I'm not obsessive compulsive. I don't need to sit in the same chair every time, but I thought this was some kind of intentional weird trolling behavior on her part. Or simply another form of harassment. 

But simply speaking it's really getting tiring to see her at everything that I attend. It's stifling me. And it might be a little less annoying if she would just do her own thing but now she's obviously trying to sit next to me or sit in the chair that I sat in last time.  it's really weird and creepy. 

I don't know what to do about it, because I was intending  to at least finish this year at this university as a member of the community attending my usual events and lectures, but I don't want to keep going if she's going to be there, and especially if she's trolling me or trying to harass me in a slight way. 

I've been using the university facilities to continue to work on my project on my laptop, which requires quiet study settings & space to think and type etc and do research. So I've been at the university campus in various places doing my work and then I attend these events on the side. It's been perfect for me up until the Olga drama has climaxed so to speak . 

So anybody out there if you're a member the university community or even if you're not if you just hear this and especially if you're a Christian I ask for your prayers for this situation and pray 🙏🙏🙏🙏for Olga herself that whatever is making her tick somehow will be resolved- that she can find a purpose- and for meaning in life besides just going to free food events at the university every day & harassing me👎


God bless Javid Khales 🙏 "He Was Ordered to Kill Iranian Protesters – Now He Faces a Death Sentence"

https://townhall.com/tipsheet/jeff-charles/2026/01/21/iranian-soldier-sentenced-to-death-for-refusing-to-shoot-protesters-n2669822 



God bless Javid Khales 🙏


Psalm 82:7 — "Rescue those who are oppressed and save the innocent from the hand of the wicked."

IPE: A young Iranian soldier, Javid Khales, is facing a death sentence for refusing orders to shoot protesters during massive anti-government demonstrations. The protests, sparked by economic hardship and dissatisfaction with Iran's leaders, grew from tens of thousands to about five million participants. The Iranian regime has responded violently, using live ammunition, arresting over 20,000 people, and enforcing an internet blackout. Human rights groups say Khales' sentencing shows the regime's use of the judiciary to force obedience. The U.S. has deployed a naval carrier to the region, with President Trump threatening potential military action if executions continue.

I am 95% sure this captures the main points accurately.

World Watch List 2026  · worst offending countries re violating human rights

https://www.opendoorsus.org/en-US/persecution/countries/ 

🙏❤️✝️
Remember the victims in these countries who are routinely brutalized and have no human dignity given to them and their rights are routinely violated and  even their lives are taken without a twinge of the conscience by the perpetrators . 

And we pray an imprecatory prayer against the perpetrators . We ask God to punish the perpetrators according to his will either here and now or in the end time .


Wednesday, January 21, 2026

God help, trump help ! 🙏"FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: TINA PETERS ASSAULTED – "

https://tinapeters.us/2026/01/19/for-immediate-release-tina-peters-assaulted/ 

"
Tina was inside a maintenance closet to fill up a water unit when an inmate approached her in the closet and began striking her in anger.

Tina raised her hands and pushed the inmate away in defense of herself. 

Per Tina, the camera showed her pushing the inmate away from her out of the closet. She was subsequently handcuffed, shackled, and brought to solitary confinement.

Tina was told she is being charged with Felony Assault for defending herself against an unprovoked attack..."

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I am DEATHLY AFRAID that if we don't get Tina Peters out of this prison immediately we're going to wake up one of these mornings and hear that she's no longer with us !!!! 

Wednesday, January 14, 2026

honoring the courage of the Iranian people, condemning the violence, and inviting faith in Christ:


Heavenly Father, hear our cry 
& lift the veil of night,
Protect the brave in Iran, 
who stand for truth & right,
Strengthen those who face the fire 🔥, who walk thru fear & pain,
Let courage be their banner, 
let righteousness🕊️ remain.

Lord ✝️ Jesus, see their hearts, 
aflame with just intent,
Their voices rise for freedom, 
their lives for You are spent,
Against the Ayatollah's hand, 
against the chains that bind,
May Your mercy fall upon them, 
Your love for all mankind.

We pray, O God, for nations 🌎, 
to speak & act with grace,
To halt the senseless killings,
 to save each precious face,
Let diplomacy & justice
 march boldly hand in hand,
Bring healing to the broken, 
restore the stricken land.

O Lord, we lift the families
 who mourn in quiet dread,
The bodies in the alleys, 
the streets with blood they shed,
Console the sons & daughters,
 grant them hope anew,
And let the light of Jesus Christ 
shine brightly in their view.

Dear Savior, call the people
 to Your saving arms,
To trust in You completely,
 to rest in all Your charms,
May hearts that cry for justice,
 find life eternal, true,
May souls oppressed by tyrants 
now be made anew in You.

Strengthen them, O Jesus, 
in courage, faith & love,
Protect them with Your angels, 
Your mercy from above,
We plead for swift deliverance, 
for freedom's lasting ray,
For Iran to rise in justice, 
& turn to You today.

Amen, we pray in hope,
 O Lord of life & light,
Guide Iran's children safely, 
deliver them from night,
May all the world stand with them, 
and Your great power muscle 💪show,
Lead every heart ❤️ 
to Jesus ✝️ Christ,
 in whom true freedom flows 🕊️ 


Monday, January 12, 2026

Iran citizens R tired of the oppression 🙏"At least 538 dead in crackdown on Iran protests.."




https://spectrumlocalnews.com/mo/st-louis/international/2026/01/11/iran-protests-parliament-warns-u-s- 

"
Another over 10,600 people have been detained over the two weeks of protests, said the U.S.-based Human Rights Activists News Agency, which has been accurate in previous rounds of unrest in Iran in recent years. It relies on supporters in Iran crosschecking information. It said of those killed, 490 were protesters and 48 were members of security forces.."

Thursday, January 1, 2026

India "When faith sparks persecution, "God help us be faithful" - Mission Network News

https://www.mnnonline.org/news/when-faith-sparks-persecution-god-help-us-be-faithful/ 


"Friesen says that in all the hostility that Christians in India endure, "they have been able to find hope and be encouraged that 'God wants to do something. He hasn't taken us home yet, so there's still work to be done. So God help us be faithful with what He's given us.'"

Saturday, December 20, 2025

✝️🙏"Six killed, others wounded in Borno bomb explosion - " NG

https://businessday.ng/news/article/six-killed-others-wounded-in-borno-bomb-explosion/ 

"
An improvised explosive device (IED) explosion has claimed the lives of six passengers, while others sustained varying degrees of injuries as they were en route from Chibok to the Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State.."

Friday, December 12, 2025

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

"DOJ Launches Civil Rights Investigation Into CO Prison System — Incl the Facility Where Political Prisoner Tina Peters Is Being Held | "

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/12/doj-launches-civil-rights-investigation-colorado-prison-system/ 

SHAME ON Colorado Governor Jared Polis 👎😡

"
On December 8, Assistant Attorney General Harmeet K. Dhillon sent an official notice to Colorado Governor Jared Polis announcing the opening of a sweeping Civil Rights Division investigation into the Colorado Department of Corrections (DOC) and the Department of Youth Services (DYS)...
This action comes after mounting reports of constitutional violations, excessive force, unsafe conditions, medical neglect, and religious discrimination inside Colorado prisons..."

Monday, December 8, 2025

🕊️❤️🙏✝️ "Sri Lanka Cyclone Ditwah leaves hundreds missing as believers rally to serve - "

https://www.mnnonline.org/news/cyclone-ditwah-leaves-hundreds-missing-as-believers-rally-to-serve/ 

"
Sri Lanka (MNN) — After making landfall in Sri Lanka on Friday, Cyclone Ditwah's torrential rains turned into floodwaters and landslides. The storm took many by surprise. At least 366 people lost their lives, and more than 350 remain missing as of Monday. .."

Sunday, December 7, 2025

"Pastor Claims Barron Trump's On the Brink of 'Spiritual Awakening'"

https://radaronline.com/p/barron-trump-religion-stuart-knechtle-christianity-awakening-putting-faith-god/ 


Prayers for Barron to 
ACCEPT CHRIST 🙏✝️🕊️
"Stuart Knechtle, who has 2.4 million followers on TikTok, noted how he shared "all the evidence for God and Christianity" with Barron, 19, during their chat..."

"64 Democratic Republic of the Congo Christians Killed by Islamic State |" Barnabas Aid

https://www.barnabasaid.org/us/news/64-democratic-republic-of-the-congo-christians-killed-by-islamic-state/ 

"
Islamic State Central Africa Province (ISCAP) has claimed the killing of 64 Christians in north-eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in the past two weeks....
ISCAP has claimed the killing of at least 780 "infidel Christians" since Christmas 2024..."

Saturday, December 6, 2025

Monday, December 1, 2025

"Silence around kidnapped American missionary pilot in Niger is disturbing, Catholic priest says" | Diocese of Gary

https://dcgary.org/news/silence-around-kidnapped-american-missionary-pilot-niger-disturbing-catholic-priest-says 

"
Until now, we haven't heard the news of the kidnapped pilot. We only heard he was kidnapped. … We don't know the name of the group that kidnapped him yet," said a source working for SIM in Niger, who cannot be named.

Rideout lives in Niger with his wife, Krista, and four children, and along with his brother Ian, until the kidnapping, he worked as a pilot for SIM, flying missionary personnel and equipment within Niger and across West Africa."

Friday, November 28, 2025

Just SWORN in 🪖" National Guardsmen Identified as Sarah Beckstrom & Andrew Wolfe: Sworn-In "Less Than 24 Hours Before They Were Shot"



https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/11/just-national-guardsmen-identified-as-sarah-beckstrom-andrew/ 

there's still hope for Andrew- fighting to stay alive in intensive care 🙏 

condolences 🙏 ✝️ ❤️ 
Sarah Beckstrom & Andrew Wolfe –
"–both members of the West Virginia National Guard had been SWORN IN JUST ONE DAY BEFORE they volunteered to serve in DC and were shot in the street.."

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

🙏"VP JD Vance Responds to DC National Guard Shooting Near White House " by Jordan Conradson

https://www.thegatewaypundit.com/2025/11/watch-vice-president-jd-vance-responds-dc-national/ 

"
first of all, I want everybody who's a person of faith to say a prayer for those two National Guardsmen that they're able to spend Thanksgiving with their families, instead of losing their lives, because I understand they're still in pretty tough condition...."

Prayers 🙏✝️♥️ "2 National Guardsmen critically wounded in 'targeted shooting' blocks from White House | "

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.foxnews.com/live-news/2-national-guardsmen-critically-wounded-in-shooting-blocks-from-white-house.amp 


Prayers 🙏 🙏 🙏 ✝️✝️✝️♥️♥️
"gunman accused of shooting two National Guard members blocks from the White House the day before Thanksgiving is 29-year-old Afghan national Rahmanullah Lakanwal, three law enforcement sources confirmed to Fox News Digital..."

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

" Victim who was lit on fire by criminal with 72 priors identified as churchgoing with Bible professor dad"

https://www.bizpacreview.com/2025/11/24/victim-who-was-lit-on-fire-by-criminal-with-72-priors-identified-as-churchgoing-with-bible-professor-dad-1605139/ 


"The victim was able to flee the train before collapsing on the platform and being taken to a hospital with severe burns. 50-year-old Marcus Reed, a lifelong thug with 72 arrests, was arrested and is facing federal terrorism charges. The suspect should never have been on board the train, but was put back on the streets months ago by a leftist judge after he attacked a social worker ..."

My opinion: 
These Lefty judges who sympathize with the perpetrators need to be held accountable for their future crimes if these judges think they can release them into the public...


"According to the Daily Mail, the Indiana native "is an animal lover and churchgoer, who is close to her parents Emily and Gregory, and two brothers Mark and John, her social media profiles revealed. Her father, Dr Gregory MaGee, is a professor of Biblical studies at Taylor University, a Christian college in Indiana."

"Pro-Life Pregnancy Centers Provided $452M in Support in 2024 "

https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/11/21/report-pro-life-pregnancy-centers-provided-452-million-support-2024/ 

God bless these dedicated 
 pro-life workers 👍✝️🙏
"Nearly 3,000 pro-life pregnancy centers across the USA provided more than $452 million in medical care, support & education services, & material goods in 2024, a new report details.."

Saturday, November 22, 2025

Prayer for mission vehicle 🙏✝️

"The Lord will guide you always; He will satisfy your needs in a sun-scorched land and strengthen your bones." — Isaiah 58:11

O Lord, Creator, Wise & True,
I lift my car, its heart, to You
The MAP sensor, small yet grand,
Holds the key within Your hand

Bless this part, both clean and bright,
Guide its readings day and night
Let every wire and circuit clear,
Flow with power, without fear

Replace the old with this new one,
Let 4th gear shifts be smoothly done
No revs too high, no delayed climb,
Let every shift occur on time

Let throttle, TPS, and MAP unite,
In harmony, precise and right
Let vacuum readings, voltage true,
Guide the ECU in all it must do

Touch the TCC, torque converter too,
Let it lock and release as You construe
No slippage here, no lurch or shake,
Just steady RPM for every take

Let speed and revs stay smooth & calm,
As cruise control hums a steady psalm
At 60 miles per hour, let it glide,
At 2,000 RPM, with You as guide

Grant me hands steady, tools precise,
To swap this sensor without a splice
Let battery reset teach the ECU,
To learn anew all it must do

Protect the fuses, wires, and oil,
Keep circuits safe from heat or spoil
From idle low to highway high,
Let every drive feel Your supply

O Lord, bless every coil and plug,
Each sensor tip, each wire and lug
Let codes depart and errors cease,
Bring back my car to smooth release

Thank You, Lord, for guidance near,
For answered prayers, for calm, for clear
With faith I drive, Your hand in all,
In Your care, my car stands tall

Amen

🙏✝️"Armed men kidnap dozens of children from Catholic St Mary’s School in Nigeria"

https://www.the-independent.com/news/world/africa/nigeria-school-abduction-agwara-papiri-b2869851.html 

"
Local media broadcaster Arise TV stated that 52 schoolchildren were abducted.

The Niger State Police Command said the abductions took place in the early hours of Friday and that military and security forces have since been deployed to the community.."

Pray 🙏 4 "Trump has just signed an executive order boosting support for foster children who age out of the system " / X

https://x.com/nicksortor/status/1989054284697366633 


Prayers for the orphans 🙏✝️
"Each year, over 15,000 young people age out of the foster care system," President Trump said. Around 50% of them end up homeless"

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

good link for honest Nigeria news #PrayNigeria !

"The Paramount Importance of Daily Prayer ~" The Imaginative Conservative

https://theimaginativeconservative.org/2025/02/paramount-importance-daily-prayer-primacy-loving-david-torkington.html 

"Pray without ceasing." — 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Read the article, ☝️ otherwise read this AI generated summary 👇

1. The Destination of Prayer: Mystical Marriage (Theosis)

Torkington begins with St. Teresa of Ávila:

The goal of serious prayer is the Mystical or Spiritual Marriage — profound union with Christ.

The Greek Fathers called this theosis, divinization — becoming one with God's life.

He wants readers to understand where the journey leads before discussing how to walk it.

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2. The "Archway Analogy": Two Sides of Prayer Meet in Christ

He imagines a classical arch:

Left side → vocal prayer

Right side → meditation that leads to contemplation

Keystone at the top → Christ himself


A mature Christian life needs both sides growing together.

This mirrors Jesus' own life:

He prayed vocal prayers daily (Jewish prayers, synagogue, mealtimes)

But His divine nature was always contemplating the Father

These fused into unbroken prayer — "prayer without ceasing"

This fusion becomes, in the saints, the Mystical Marriage.


3. We Do Not Have Christ's Divine Nature — But We Can Share in His Contemplation

Humans don't naturally have divine contemplation.

But:

> The Holy Spirit draws us up into Christ's own contemplation of the Father.

This is what heaven is — joining Christ's eternal contemplation and joy.

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4. Start on the Left Side: Vocal Prayer

Everyone begins with vocal prayer:

Childhood prayers

Rosary

Stations of the Cross

Set devotions


As intimacy deepens:

Set prayers become personal

Language becomes intimate

Friendship deepens

Finally, Christ calls us to a relationship like a marriage, even more intimate than human marriage (John 14:23)


This leads to personal, loving dialogue between the soul and Christ — exactly what the saints experienced (Catherine of Siena, Francis of Assisi, Margaret Mary).


5. The Early Church Model: Daily Vocal Prayer Before Baptism

In the early Church:

Catechumens prayed five times a day

They learned Jewish prayers Jesus Himself prayed

After Pentecost, those prayers were prayed in Him, with Him, through Him

Daily vocal prayer was the backbone of Christian identity.

This is why the Church today still practices daily prayer (Divine Office).


6. Daily Prayer Prepares the Soul for Purification (the Dark Night)

Torkington stresses:

> If you want to survive the dark nights of purification, you need a regular, disciplined daily prayer life.

When mystical prayer feels dry, dark, or meaningless:

Daily vocal prayer is your anchor

It keeps the soul open to grace

It sustains you when contemplation brings suffering or silence

This is the practical heart of his essay.

7. Daily Prayer Mirrors the Mass

If vocal prayer is inspired by the Spirit, it naturally expresses:

sorrow for sin

praise

thanksgiving

sacrifice

adoration

And when your life becomes prayer:

> Every moment becomes a miniature Mass — an offering to God through Christ.


This leads to:

offering every joy

every sorrow

every success

every failure

This is the "sacrament of the present moment" — every moment touching eternity.

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8. Daily Prayer Is the Foundation of the Whole Spiritual Life

His final point:

Daily vocal prayer is the bedrock

Contemplation builds upon it

When the contemplative path gets dark, vocal prayer sustains you

This rhythm is how saints were formed

This chapter is basically a spiritual roadmap rooted in ancient Christian practice.
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> Daily vocal prayer, rooted in the life of Christ and the early Church, grows into contemplative prayer and finally the Mystical Marriage — but only if practiced faithfully through both light and darkness.

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: Prayers 🙏 for So Cal again 🔥🚒"Sandy Fire explodes to nearly 2500 acres, spreads toward L.A. County"

"Sandy Fire explodes to nearly 2500 acres, spreads toward L.A. County 27 minutes ago — ...