Emmanuel's Seniors Journal

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy Kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory. Forever and ever. Amen The Lord's Prayer Flash Movie Prayer thoughts on the Lord's Prayer

I have missed the last few weeks of writing a prayer for reflection and mediation, which I do not want to get in the habit of doing. Prayer is our direct line to our Heavenly Father, and I believe He desires for his people to be in constant moment by moment thought and communication with Him. Today, my heartache is for seniors who are in or entering a winter season of their life, and for their families and friends who are walking along side them. Heart Prayer for Senior’s in our world: Jesus you are our refuge and strength in this world and ever-present help during times of distress, change, and trouble. Holy Spirit touch and blow over the hearts of the senior population in this world, drawing them close to your heart. For those who have never accepted you as their Savior, I ask soften their hearts to receive you now. Be present to those who are lonely, confused, and full of fear. Your word says, when we turn to you we will not fear, even if the earth gives...

This week during the Thursday prayer rumination (pondering and contemplating) take time to consider how amazing and awesome our God is. Spend 5 minutes singing a portion of the hymn “All Creatures of Our God and King” by St. Francis of Assisi (this is provided for you below) as a worshipful response to our Great God. All creatures of our God and King Lift up your voice and with us sing, Alleluia! Alleluia! Thou burning sun with golden beam, Thou silver moon with softer gleam! O praise Him! O praise Him! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Thou rushing wind that art so strong Ye clouds that sail in Heaven along, O praise Him! Alleluia! Thou rising moon, in praise rejoice, Ye lights of evening, find a voice! O praise Him! O praise Him! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! And all ye men of tender heart, Forgiving others, take your part, O sing ye! Alleluia! Ye who long pain and sorrow bear, Praise God and on Him cast your care! O praise Him! O praise Him! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Let all things...

Gracious Father in Heaven, you are the God who gives endurance to finish the journey before us, no matter what age we are. Thank you for being steadfast and unchanging. You are the God who encourages us and gives us a spirit of unity as we follow Jesus. Thank you Jesus for uniting the hearts of the seniors at Emmanuel Baptist Church, those who live at Emmanuel Village, Caleb Manor, and Senior's in Saskatoon in Your name, so together they will glorify You. Jesus there are several among us who are entering times of change and new challenges. Be with each one, drawing their heart and mind to focus on you, trusting completely in you. Let your light break forth within their daily life to let your healing come quickly. Jesus you are always before them and you are their rear guard. Holy Spirit, work within the hearts of older citizens in our world. Inspire them to leave a legacy of faith and prayer for all generations that remain after them. Jesus may they remain faithful to you thr...