The Faith That Prepares Them

As we raise our children, much of our attention is given to the present moment—their schooling, sports, developing talents, and the daily rhythm of homework and responsibilities. Yet faithful parents also take time, especially in the quiet evening hours, to speak with the Lord about their children’s future. Open to the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we prayerfully participate in preparing our children and young adults for what lies ahead of them.

We are reminded that years before Timothy was ready to pastor, the Apostle Paul was already preparing him for battle, for witness, and even for suffering. In 2 Timothy 4:7, an older and seasoned Paul writes, “I have fought the good fight; I have finished the race; I have kept the faith.” These words were not only a reflection on Paul’s own life but a strengthening encouragement for Timothy’s service. It is the power of faith within you that makes you strong for faithful service to God.

Timothy’s witness places him within the unbroken line of those who serve our Lord, yielding themselves to holy love for others. When we live this way, the needs of another are lifted, because love is shared through you and me, and through our Christian community. From such a life also flows self-discipline and self-control—the marks of a well-balanced faith expressed in both our actions and our words. As Paul reminds us, “For God did not give us a spirit of cowardice, but rather a spirit of power and of love and of self-discipline” (2 Timothy 1:7).

Rev Patricia E. Walker, AlphaChurch.org

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Prayer Requests:

Jason B., needs a liver donor and prayers for his rare disease to be healed.

Prayers for the families and friends of those killed on Bondi Beach in Australia.

Continuing prayers for Andrew Wolfe, Ssgt. Home now from hospital. Update:  now breathing on his own and can stand with assistance, progress, Praise God.

Prayers for the family and friends of Eriyon Tescon of Jenks.  Update: she’s in Heaven.

Jasmine, a teen girl had tumor removed in her abdomen and leg off, in ped ICU, healing needs.  Update: now home, mobility miracles, continuing prayers for her new lungs.

Marcellus, Evan, Yancy, Adley, Parker,  Nick B., young people conquering leukemia, prayers for Christ’s miracles and our support for their families. 

Will R., a young boy needing prayers for healing from bone cancer.

Miller, a young boy with damaged lungs and kidneys. May Jesus grant him healing.

Sophia F., praise for Christ's miracles for surviving school shooting, prayer for full neurological recovery.

Steve R. for colon cancer, Alma for bone-marrow, Kristin J. who gave Steve R. her liver, Jason F. for bone cancer.  Prayers for miracles and Christ’s love in their families.

David W., recovery and healing from Parkinson's Disease, balance and stability, no depression.  Prayers uplifting David for total healing and for the Michael J. Fox Foundation.

2 year old Beckman Reed on life support because stung by yellowjackets, healing prayers and hope for parents.  Update:  he has only one kidney, he’s doing well in school, Praising God for his recovery and his family’s encouragement from Christ.

John L., has cancer, healing prayers and family support.  Update:  continued prayers.

Cody and Megan, Cody and Alisha, Cody’s in intensive care recovery, continuing prayers.  Cody and Megan were in car accident in Temple, Georgia, Update: doing well.

Young Hazel, healing for her adrenal gland tumor growth found during chemo, increased prayers.  Update: Hazel showing signs of healing while eating more solid foods and being more alert, yet severe challenges managing brain tumor while undergoing intensive chemotherapy treatments.  Continuing prayers for her miracles from Christ for Hazel.

Young John who is struggling to get healed from cancer.

Young Wyatt T., who was hit by a car. Update: now home yet recovering from brain injury and broken bones.  May Christ’s healing be swift for Wyatt, Thank you Jesus for his healings.

Baby Ashley, under doctors' care

Young Cooper S. from Martin county, facing complications related to leukemia, a rare form, may Christ bless the treatments in progress and we pray for Cooper’s full healing.

Young Ryder, with a serious form of cancer, a rare skull mass, may Christ’s power and strength be with Ryder as faith and medicine work together to help Rider recover to complete health, in Christ’s Name, Amen.

A nearly teenage girl, recovering from a heart transplant

Young Lawson and family, battling blood clots and recovery challenges

Lennon, a toddler whose cancer has relapsed— prayers for healing and renewed hope

Waylon B., who has a brain tumor

Jake C, born 12 weeks early, prayers that he thrive

Colton, a teenager in a terrible car accident, multiple surgeries already, healing from Jesus.