August 17th, 2011 by jpizarro

Brand New Bless Me Network Prayer Request Wall

Welcome to the Bless Me Network Prayer Wall! You can submit a prayer request or pray for those below who are in need. Let them know you have prayed for them by responding to their request. We will also spread the word inside our large network of ordained ministers, priest and pastors to pray for [...]

August 1st, 2012 by Kbarr

God Revealed – Part 5

Jehovah Shalom  “The Lord is Peace.” Judges 6:24 Finding peace in this world is a challenge, just as it was in Gideon’s day. This name comes from Judges 6 where the enemies of the Israelites plagued them and poverty was common among God’s people. I feel for Gideon. God calls Gideon to lead a small [...]

July 26th, 2012 by Kbarr

God Revealed – Part 4

Jehovah Shammah – This name means “The Lord Who is Present.” God is always present in my life. He never leaves or forsakes me, even when I walk away from Him. They worship him day and night in his temple. And the One who sits on the throne will be present with them. – Rev [...]

July 14th, 2012 by Kbarr

God Revealed – Part 3

Jehovah Rapha – God is a God of healing. He doesn’t stop at healing the spirit. He touches and heals all aspects of who we are. The name comes from Exodus 15:26” He said, ‘You must obey the Lord your God and do what He says is right. If you obey all His commands and [...]

June 29th, 2012 by Kbarr

God Revealed – Part 2

Jehovah Rohi – The 23rd Psalm is one of the most familiar Scriptures and where this name for God appears. It means “the Lord, my Shepherd.” It describes how lovingly and completely God cares for us. Sheep are lost and vulnerable without a shepherd. He finds safe food for them to eat. The shepherd finds [...]

June 27th, 2012 by Kbarr

God Revealed – Part 1

I’m going to start a series of posts regarding the nature and character of God revealed in His names. I think we learn more about who He can be to us when we know more about Him. Join me in the journey. Jehovah or Yahweh This Hebrew name of God speaks of his power and [...]

June 26th, 2012 by Kbarr

Determined to Continue

Johnny fell again and again on the ice in his new skates. His face was bloody and bruised and tears mixed with the blood. A kind stranger asked him why he didn’t just quit. “I bought these skates to learn to ice skate, not learn to quit!!” What can we learn from Johnny? Determination means [...]

June 20th, 2012 by Kbarr

Planting Carefully

Today I picked lots of vegetables and fruits out of my garden. I almost always plant a spring garden to feed my family. I prefer foods without pesticides and picked ripe, so it always made sense to me to plant what I wanted my family to eat and nurture it. I really like the parable [...]

May 31st, 2012 by Kbarr

Delayed Accomplishments

Tonight I had the distinct pleasure of watching my almost 30 year old daughter in law walk across the stage to receive her high school diploma. Many people her age would have long ago given up on this milestone, but she did not. The principal of her school said that the students in her graduating [...]

May 27th, 2012 by Kbarr

Faith Touchpoints

I’m teaching a Sunday School series on hymns we love to sing. Many of us who grew up in the church, or found it later in life, identify with the music that describes, defines and unites us as believers. From simple children’s favorites such as “Jesus Loves Me” and “Jesus Loves the Little Children” to [...]

May 25th, 2012 by Kbarr

Blessing of Connection

My husband and I have spent some very challenging months since my main income source died. We have often wondered how we would pay bills or put gas in the car or remain in our home. It has challenged our faith and our relationship. To add to the test, I have had some significant health [...]