🏳️‍🌈✝️🔻 May the Prince of Peace guide you safely into the New Year

Rainbow Pastor David

12/31/2018

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As this year draws to a close, receive My Peace.  This is still your deepest need, and I, your Prince of Peace, long to pour Myself into your neediness.  My abundance and your emptiness are a perfect match.  I designed you to have no sufficiency of your own.  I created you as a jar of clay, set apart for sacred use.  I want you to be filled with My very Being, permeated through and through with Peace.

Thank Me for My peaceful Presence, regardless of your feelings.  Whisper My Name in loving tenderness.  My Peace, which lives continually in your spirit, will gradually work its way through your entire being.

For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders.  And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.  Isaiah 9:6

But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us.  2 Corinthians 4:7

But the Counselor, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you.  Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.  I do not give to you as the world gives.  Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. John 14:26

🏳️‍🌈✝️🔻 This is my New Year Prayer for ALL those who are going through trials and tribulations during this journey we call life.

Rainbow Pastor David

12/31/2018

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My brothers and sisters in this fight against HIV/AIDS, and to ALL

Those going through trials and tribulations in your journey, I pray a

special prayer of blessing, peace and healing for each one of you as

we enter into this coming year.

I pray the Word of God because of its POWER;

“For the word of God is living and active and full of power

[Making it operative, energizing, and effective]. It is sharper

Than any two-edged sword, penetrating as far as the division

Of the soul and spirit [the completeness of a person], and of

Both joints and marrow [the deepest parts of our nature],

Exposing and judging the very thoughts and intentions of

The heart." Hebrews 4:12

First and foremost as a minister of the truth from God’s Word,

It is my prayer that ALL who have been hurt by family, friends,

And even the “Church” know that you are loved by your Creator

And that He made a way for each of us, including LGBTQI+ to

Live an abundant, peaceful, and healthy life through His Son Christ

Jesus. Remember this Jesus made NO EXCEPTIONS when He said:

“For God so [greatly] loved and dearly prized the world, that He

[even] gave His [One and] only begotten Son, so that whoever believes

and trusts in Him [as Savior] shall not perish, but have eternal life. For God did not send the Son into the world to judge and condemn the world [that is, to initiate the final judgment of the world], but that the world might be saved through Him. Whoever believes and has decided to trust

in Him [as personal Savior and Lord] is not judged [for this one, there is no judgment, no rejection, no condemnation]; but the one who does not believe [and has decided to reject Him as personal Savior and Lord] is judged already [that one has been convicted and sentenced], because he has not believed and trusted in the name of the [One and] only begotten Son of God [the One who is truly unique, the only One of His kind, the One who alone can save him]. John 3:16-18

Because of the Word of God and the sacrifice of Christ Jesus, I can proclaim the Word of God for each of you walking in truth: I pray that in every way you may succeed and prosper and be in good health [physically], just as [I know] your soul prospers [spiritually] 3 John 1:2

I say to you:

Submit to God and be at peace with HIM, in this way prosperity will come to you. Job 22:21

I ask our Heavenly Father to give you peace beyond your understanding {Philippians 4:7} as you stand on the Words of His Son Christ Jesus:

“Peace I leave with you; MY peace I give you. I do not give to you as the World gives. Do not let you hearts be troubles and do not be afraid.

John 14:7

As you journey through this new year with all the struggles and trials

That may come your way I ask our Heavenly Father to MULTIPLY to you

Grace and peace [that special sense of spiritual well-being] that comes through [true, intimate] knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord. {2 Peter 1:2}

Heavenly Father, How great is Your goodness, which You have stored up for those who [reverently] fear You, which You have prepared for those who take refuge in You, before the sons of man {Psalm 31:19}!  It is my prayer that You pour out an abundance of goodness on my brothers and sisters as they give all their worries to You in this new year.

Finally my brothers and sisters I pray:

“The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn His face toward you and give you peace.” Numbers 6:24-26

May each and every one of you find the peace of mind, healing in your body and spirit as you draw closer to the Lord Christ Jesus.

In Christ Jesus Service,

Rainbow Pastor David

  

🏳️‍🌈✝️🔻 Be the YOU that GOD designed you to be NOT who this world thinks you should be!!!

Rainbow Pastor David

12/30/2018

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I am leading you along a way that is uniquely right for you.  The closer to Me you grow, the more fully you become your true self—the one I designed you to be.  Because you are one of a kind, the path you are traveling with Me diverges increasingly from that of other people.

However, in My mysterious wisdom and ways, I enable you to follow this solitary path while staying in close contact with others.  In fact, the more completely you devote yourself to Me, the more freely you can love people.

Marvel at the beauty of a life intertwined with My Presence.  Rejoice as we journey together in intimate communion.  Enjoy the adventure of finding yourself through losing yourself in Me.

Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!  2 Corinthians 5:17

For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.  Ephesians 2:10

Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God.  Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.  1 John 4:7–8

“Remain in me, and I will remain in you.  No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine.  Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me.” John 15:4

🏳️‍🌈✝️🔻 What God can accomplish in and through you is proportional to how much you depend on HIM...

Rainbow Pastor David

12/29/2018

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Trust Me with every fiber of your being!  What I can accomplish in and through you is proportional to how much you depend on Me.  One aspect of this is the degree to which you trust Me in a crisis or major decision.  Some people fail miserably here, while others are at their best in tough times.

Another aspect is even more telling: the constancy of your trust in Me.  People who rely on Me in the midst of adversity may forget about Me when life is flowing smoothly. Difficult times can jolt you into awareness of your need for Me, whereas smooth sailing can lull you into the stupor of self-sufficiency.

I care as much about your tiny trust-steps through daily life as about your dramatic leaps of faith. You may think that no one notices, but the One who is always beside you sees everything—and rejoices. Consistently trusting in Me is vital to flourishing in My Presence.

Blessed is the man who makes the Lord his trust, who does not look to the proud, to those who turn aside to false gods.  Psalm 40:4

When I am afraid, I will trust in you.  In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I will not be afraid. What can mortal man do to me?  Psalm 56:3–4

Trust in him at all times, O people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.  Psalm 62:8 

🏳️‍🌈✝️🔻 You don’t need to be afraid of anything—not even cataclysmic circumstances when you put your TRUST in the Lord Jesus Christ...

Rainbow Pastor David

12/28/2018

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I am your refuge and strength, an ever-present Help in trouble.  Therefore, you don’t need to be afraid of anything—not even cataclysmic circumstances.  The media are increasingly devoted to fear-inducing subject matter: terrorism, serial killers, environmental catastrophes.

If you focus on such dangers and forget that I am your Refuge in all circumstances, you will become increasingly fearful.  Every day I manifest My grace in countless places and situations, but the media take no notice.  I shower not only blessings but also outright miracles on your planet.

As you grow closer to Me, I open your eyes to see more and more of My Presence all around you.  Things that most people hardly notice, like shifting shades of sunlight, fill you with heart-bursting Joy. You have eyes that see and ears that hear, so proclaim My abiding Presence in the world.

God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.  Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging.  Psalm 46:1–3 

🏳️‍🌈✝️🔻 Walk close to the Lord, depending on His strength and trusting Him in every situation

Rainbow Pastor David

12/27/2018

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I am preparing you for what is on the road ahead, just around the bend.  Take time to be still in My Presence so that I can strengthen you.  The busier you become, the more you need this time apart with Me.  So many people think that time spent with Me is a luxury they cannot afford.  As a result, they live and work in their own strength—until that becomes depleted.  Then they either cry out to Me for help or turn away in bitterness.

How much better it is to walk close to Me, depending on My strength and trusting Me in every situation.  If you live in this way, you will do less but accomplish far more.  Your unhurried pace of living will stand out in this rush-crazed age.  Some people may deem you lazy, but many more will be blessed by your peacefulness. Walk in the Light with Me, and you will reflect Me to the watching world.

Since ancient times no one has heard, no ear has perceived, no eye has seen any God besides you, who acts on behalf of those who wait for him.  Isaiah 64:4

“I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.”  John 15:5 

🏳️‍🌈✝️🔻 I the Lord your God will envelop you in my loving arms any time you need Me.

Rainbow  Pastor David 

12/27/2018

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I am the gift that continuously gives—bounteously, with no strings attached.  Unconditional Love is such a radical concept that even My most devoted followers fail to grasp it fully.  Absolutely nothing in heaven or on earth can cause Me to stop loving you.  You may feel more loved when you are performing according to your expectations.  But My Love for you is perfect; therefore it is not subject to variation.

What does vary is your awareness of My loving Presence. When you are dissatisfied with your behavior, you tend to feel unworthy of My Love.  You may unconsciously punish yourself by withdrawing from Me and attributing the distance between us to My displeasure.

Instead of returning to Me and receiving My Love, you attempt to earn My approval by trying harder.  All the while, I am aching to hold you in My everlasting arms, to enfold you in My Love. When you are feeling unworthy or unloved, come to Me.  Then ask for receptivity to My unfailing Love.

If anyone acknowledges that Jesus is the Son of God, God lives in him and he in God.  And so we know and rely on the love God has for us. God is love.  Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in him… There is no fear in love.  But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment.  The one who fears is not made perfect in love.  1 John 4:15–16, 18

The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.”  Deuteronomy 33:27 

🏳️‍🌈✝️🔻 JESUS became poor so that you might become rich in spirit...

Rainbow Pastor David

12/25/2018

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As you wait attentively in My Presence, the Light of the knowledge of My Glory shines upon you.  This radiant knowledge transcends all understanding.  It transforms every fiber of your being: renewing your mind, cleansing your heart, invigorating your body.  Open yourself fully to My Presence; be awed by My glorious Being.

Try to imagine what I gave up when I came into your world as a baby.  I set aside My Glory, so that I could identify with mankind.  I accepted the limitations of infancy under the most appalling conditions—a filthy stable.  That was a dark night for Me, even though angels lit up the sky proclaiming “Glory!” to awe-struck shepherds.

When you sit quietly with Me, the process I went through is reversed in your experience.  As you identify with Me, heaven’s vistas open up before you—granting you glimpses of My Glory.  I became poor so that you might become rich.  Sing hallelujahs to My holy Name!

For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Christ.  2 Corinthians 4:6

Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, but made himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness.  Philippians 2:6–7

Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests.”  Luke 2:13–14

For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, so that you through his poverty might become rich. 2 Corinthians 8:9

🏳️‍🌈✝️🔻 WHEN ANXIETY STRIKES – STRIKE BACK WITH THE WORD OF GOD…

For the word of God is living and active and full of power [making it operative, energizing, and effective]. It is sharper than any two-edged sword, penetrating as far as the division of the soul and spirit [the completeness of a person], and of joints and marrow [the deepest parts of our nature], exposing and judging the very thoughts and intentions of the heart.  Hebrews 4:12

Rainbow Pastor David

12/24/2018

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What an amazing God we serve, that He should give us a book of Christian History that is so powerful that we, as His followers may use it conquer all the attacks of Satan. Today I share with you 10 powerful Scripture’s to pray when anxiety seems to be closing in with no way out in sight.  I offer these Scriptures to you in no particular order of importance, for they are all very import in our lives. Following each Scripture you will find a short prayer using that verse to help you learn how to pray the Word of God over your anxiety and anything else the Devil throws your way.

1. And the peace of God [that peace which reassures the heart, that peace] which transcends all understanding, [that peace which] stands guard over your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus [is yours]. Philippians 4:7

Heavenly Father, I acknowledge my need for you today. I pray that you would breathe that peace I just read in Your Word deep into my soul through Your Holy Spirit. Heavenly Father I ask You to guard my heart and protect my mind with Your Holy Armor found in Ephesians 6:10-18. I acknowledge that I am weak on my own, therefore I rely on your strength to help me through this day. Father, be near to me, guide and equip me as I go forward. In Christ Jesus Name I ask these things, Amen.

2. When I am afraid, I will put my trust and faith in You. Psalm 56:3

Heavenly Father, I put my trust in You today. Anxious thoughts are tugging at my mind and it’s easy to take my eyes off of you when I feel afraid. I ask that you pour out your love on me, that I might remember who you are always good and always faithful, even when I am afraid. Lord teach me to put ALL my trust, ALL my hope and ALL my faith in you alone. In Christ Jesus Name I pray, Amen.

3. ‘Do not fear [anything], for I am with you; Do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, be assured I will help you; I will certainly take hold of you with My righteous right hand [a hand of justice, of power, of victory, of salvation].’ Isaiah 41:10

Heavenly Father, I want to thank You for giving us Your Son Christ Jesus to be with us as we encounter new journeys each day. His very name, Immanuel, means God with us… I am so thankful You and Your Son are with me no matter what anxious thoughts might try to creep into my mind. Thank you, Lord for being my strength when I feel my weakest. Thank you for holding me up and never letting me fall too hard. You are faithful and my love grows so much stronger every day for you my Lord. Lord you are faithful to us forever. I love you so much Lord, and I am learning to rely on you more each new day. In Christ Jesus name, Amen

4. For God did not give us a spirit of timidity or cowardice or fear, but [He has given us a spirit] of power and of love and of sound judgment and personal discipline [abilities that result in a calm, well-balanced mind and self-control]. 2 Timothy 1:7

Heavenly Father, I thank you for the TRUTH that comes from reading your word. Thank you for the gifts you bestow on us – gifts that help ease our anxious spirits and reminds us of who we are in Christ Jesus. Thank you for the power to fight the lies. Thank you for loving us even in our brokenness. Thank you for clearing my mind and whispering your words over me. In Christ Jesus, Amen

5. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not be terrified or dismayed (intimidated), for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.  Joshua 1:9

Lord Jesus, thank you for making us more than conquerors through you. Sometimes it can feel so hard to believe that. Too many times we don’t feel strong or courageous; therefore we worry relentlessly about our lives and circumstances. Please remind us today and every day that we can be strong and brave in You. Fill us with Your Holy Spirit so we will not feel so alone. We surrender our hearts to you today and ask you to be our strength. We ask these things in your name, Jesus Amen.

6. The Lord is near to the heartbroken and He saves those who are crushed in spirit (contrite in heart, truly sorry for their sin).  Psalm 34:18

Heavenly Father I come to you today with a heart that feels broken, a restless mind and my spirit is uneasy. Lord I am running to you because Your Word says in Deuteronomy 33:27;

“The eternal God is your refuge and dwelling place,
And underneath are the everlasting arms;
He drove out the enemy from before you,
And said, ‘Destroy!’” 

 

I believe Your Word gives us encouragement and hope when we know in our hearts that You will comfort us in Your loving arms. Lord continue working on me so I may come to trust You fully so all this anxiety will have to cease. In Christ Jesus, Amen.

7. Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs it down, but a good (encouraging) word makes it glad.  Proverbs 12:25

Heavenly Father, my anxious heart is weighing me down today. I confess that I have become consumed by my own thoughts and I have lost sight once again of who you are. Speak to my heart, Lord and remind me of what is true. Thank you for your forgiveness and your endless grace for me. In Christ Jesus name I pray, Amen.

8. Let the peace of Christ [the inner calm of one who walks daily with Him] be the controlling factor in your hearts [deciding and settling questions that arise]. To this peace indeed you were called as members in one body [of believers]. And be thankful [to God always]. Colossians 3:15

Dear Lord, it is my deepest desire to have Your peace rule in my heart. When I feel uneasy or unsettled, I want to know you are near me. I surrender my heart to you today. I pray you would calm my fears, settle my spirit, and bring rest to my heart. In Christ Jesus name, Amen.

9. The Lord will give [unyielding and impenetrable] strength to His people; The Lord will bless His people with peace. Psalm 29:11

Lord, thank you for giving me strength when I am weak. On the hard days, help me to remember you are never far away. Your strength is always fighting for me – I need only to be still in Your presence. Thank you for bringing peace to me when I am feeling anxious. I want to thank You for all the blessings you bring my way. In Christ Jesus name, Amen.

10. The Lord is my Shepherd [to feed, to guide and to shield me], I shall not want. He lets me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still and quiet waters. He refreshes and restores my soul (life); He leads me in the paths of righteousness for His name’s sake. Even though I walk through the [sunless] valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod [to protect] and Your staff [to guide], they comfort and console me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You have anointed and refreshed my head with oil; My cup overflows. Surely goodness and mercy and unfailing love shall follow me all the days of my life, And I shall dwell forever [throughout all my days] in the house and in the presence of the Lord. Psalm 23

Heavenly Father, I ask that you put this beautiful Word from You into my heart. Lord remind me daily that you are my Shepherd and You are here to guide me to a still place to calm my anxiety. Thank you Lord for being my protector. I know through You alone I will find peace of mind. In Christ Jesus name, Amen

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Remember my brothers and sisters in Christ Jesus, Satan walks around with his chest all puffed roaring like a lion, however he has NO AUTHORITY over you unless given by God. Therefore let each of us fill our hearts with God’s Word so we can fight off anything Satan throws our way. No matter how severe the anxiety may get just remember to keep praising God while letting Him know how you are feeling so He can work on your behalf.

Do not be anxious or worried about anything, but in everything [every circumstance and situation] by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, continue to make your [specific] requests known to God. Philippians 4:6

Be sober [well balanced and self-disciplined], be alert and cautious at all times. That enemy of yours, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion [fiercely hungry], seeking someone to devour. But resist him, be firm in your faith [against his attack—rooted, established, immovable], knowing that the same experiences of suffering are being experienced by your brothers and sisters throughout the world. [You do not suffer alone.] After you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace [who imparts His blessing and favor], who called you to His own eternal glory in Christ, will Himself complete, confirm, strengthen, and establish you [making you what you ought to be]. 1 Peter 5:8-10

In James 4:7-10 we learn that we must submit ourselves to God, RESIST the devil and watch him run, and humble ourselves before God so He can lift us up.

O taste and see that the Lord [our God] is good; how blessed [fortunate, prosperous, and favored by God] is the person who takes refuge in Him. Psalm 34:8

In closing I want to share this beautiful song by Twila Paris entitled Warrior Is A Child.

 

May the Peace of God reign supreme in your life today and everyday forward.

In Christ Jesus,

Rainbow Pastor David