Friday, May 1, 2009

Grace

Jane

Sumini

Scovia

Joyce
Sarah
Tibita

Mary

Zuula

Helen

Agnes

Margaret

Prossy

I come to you today to ask you to pray very specifically for each of my girls, God's hand on their life, and our protection as a family. I know that is vague but for their sakes I must keep it that way.

I will post specifics as I feel safe doing so, but this is what I know: Prayer works, and we need yours. God ordained this family, called each one of my children by name, spoke them into being before I even existed. We rest with our Trust and Faith in Him.

"If God is for us, who can be against us?"


And we know that God IS for us.

74 comments:

jena said...

"... Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil.
For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers,
against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.
Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able
to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand."
Ephesians 6:11-13

Praying for your precious family.
Jena

Beautiful Mess said...

Diligently seeking God on your family's behalf!

Aaron and Erica said...

I'm praying for those sweet faces...

Erica

prayingforyouyou.blogspot.com

Rebecca said...

Katie,

You have people all over the world praying for you and your girls!

Anonymous said...

I will print these precious pictures out and commit to pray for them...each by name. As well as for you, sweet Katie, as you lead your family.

Matt 18:19-20 Again I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven. For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them!"

ERIN lee said...

praying for your safety and your girls! you are a beautiful family and i love to read your blog. you are an ispiration. i will be praying all day for all of you!

Nancy said...

Katie...praying for you and your precious girls!

love...Nancy in CT

Jenn in GA said...

i am so glad to have FACES to put with names!

GOD knows the circumstances; we do not need to in order to pray.

will be boldly approaching the Throne of Grace on your behalf. do not be shaken.

Gillian said...

We are lifting up the shield of faith for your girls. Love, Gillian

Todd and Jenny said...

Katie,
I just finished praying out loud over each of your girls and you. Thank you for sharing your request and for including pictures! We are covering you in prayer.
Love, Jenny

Betsy said...

Each one of you are in my prayers right now and each day.

Sara Beth said...

You got it!!!!

Erica said...

Standing in the gap, praying for you and your girls. Father God I ask a hedge of protection around each of these little ones, they are yours Father and we know you love each of them so very much. Blessings to you sweet Katie.

stephanie garcia said...

Praying from Chile ...

Small Stones said...

We are praying mightily for you and your girls at this time. We don't need to know why you need our prayers, GOD knows why.
Breclyn
sixteensmallstones.blogspot.com
manygrandadventures.blogspot.com

Leigh said...

Praying for you and your beautiful daughters!

Heather said...

You don't know me, and I am not even sure how I found your blog, but I've been reading it for a while. I love your heart...it inspires me. I pray often for you and your girls. Oh, they are absolutely precious!! May our heavenly Father wrap His mighty arms around each of you and keep you in His protection!

Katie Grace said...

Such beautiful sweet girls! I'm praying for each by name.

Psalm 116:5-7
The LORD is gracious and righteous; our God is full of compassion.The LORD protects the simplehearted;
when I was in great need, he saved me. Be at rest once more, O my soul, for the LORD has been good to you.

Amber said...

I will be praying. I am enthralled in what God is doing through you.

jaciranae. said...

i'm praying.

Anonymous said...

Praying!!

Christina

Rhonda Wicks said...

I am continually praying for all of you!! You go girl...can't wait to meet you in July!!

coffeemom said...

YOu. And YOUR BEAUTIFUL girls...I am praying for each of you. For what you need...God knows. I'm praying. Hard. m

Melissa Irwin said...

Praying.

Brooke said...

Praying for you today, and everyday. I am going to pray for each of your girls, who shine with the Lord's love from within. They are beautiful, and the joy from their eyes alludes to the wonders He is working in their lives. He holds each of them in His hands, and no matter what trials you face, He is watching over your entire family.

In Christ,
Brooke

Eight Isn't Enough said...

..."Father God we come humbly before Your throne of Grace. We pray Father for your special children this day. We ask God that you would provide everything these children and Katie need. You know every child of hers...you knew them before time began. And so Father God was ask that you would pour out your mercy and grace on each of them. Protect them from the evil one. Give strength to Katie....protect them physically and spiritually. We ask that whatever the situations are for each of there lives that you would make Yourself real to them each individually and as a family. God, bless them and care for them through Katie. Thank you for these precious, precious children...Continue to hold them in the palm of Your hand. Also continue working in the hearts of Your people... And may everything that we say and do please and honour You only. In Jesus name Amen".

Tiffany said...

i love the picture of Prossy!

Grandma Joyce said...

Dearest Katie. Know that I'm praying for you & your precious family.

Anonymous said...

Praying for you and your sweet girls.

Ivie said...

Your children our beautiful and have such gorgeous names! God bless them all, and you Katie :)

deborah said...

Let the mighty right arm of God surround you, fight for you, embrace you,carry you, I pray precious ones.

drea said...

Praying friend, Praying!!

Malia'sMama said...

DONE!

The Ferrill's said...

Praying for each one of your children...
I'm reminded of that praise song:

"I have a Father
He calls me His own
He'll never leave me
No matter where I roam...

He knows my name
He knows my every thought
He sees each tear that falls
And hears me when I call...

I have a Maker
He formed my heart
Before even time began
My life was in His hands

He knows my name
He knows my every thought
He sees each tear that falls
And hears me when I call...
He hears me when I call."

Anonymous said...

Praying from Florida.

--Sarah

redmaryjanes said...

I will be praying for your babies.

wilsonian said...

Praying here. It was so moving to touch each face on the computer monitor and pray God's Spirit over them...

David and Sarah said...

Your children are absolutely breathtaking (and that picture of Jane might be the cutest picture I've ever seen!). I will be praying. God is faithful.

Holly said...

They are such beautiful girls. Their smiles are incredible! I am praying for you and your girls.

Katie L said...

Your family is in my prayers.

P.S. Romans 8:31 is my favorite Bible verse. He most definitely is for us. :)

Kari said...

Katie,
We commit to praying for your beautiful daughters!! One of the things I noticed as I prayed for each girl...their radiant smiles. You can see their joy & spirit of love.
We pray for their protection & your protection. No matter what storms come your way...Jesus will be there for you!!! He will NEVER abandon you or your girls.
We are honored to pray everyday for your specific requests. We yearn for more updates soon!
Thank you for inspiring us to pray!!
xoxo

Dietrich & Amy Lusse said...

Praying His will be done!
Yes! Prayer works! Amen!!

~Amy

Dave and Michelle said...

shew! I started your blog about a week ago, but I started back in 2007 and read forward.

It's amazing how much has changed in your life since you started this.

I am a small group leader at my church and a "groupie" shared your blog. I pray that God continues to use you.

I read one of your blog entries from 2007 to our group because we are studying Crazy Love by Francis Chan and I think you read it in March (your "March" was an entry I read about an hour ago hehe)

From that book and other things that have happened this year, including this blog, God is changing my life and the lives of others in our group and redefining to us what it means to be a Christian.

Thank you for being obedient to God's calling in your life and demonstrating your walk to so many of us that have been complacent way too long.

God bless,
Dave Ashworth

Lisa said...

Praying for your whole beautiful family! And sending (((hugs))) for each one of you.

Anonymous said...

Praying for you and your beautiful girls that you will soon be rejoicing over the gracious favor granted you in answer to the prayers of many!
2 Corinthians
8We do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about the hardships we suffered in the province of Asia. We were under great pressure, far beyond our ability to endure, so that we despaired even of life. 9Indeed, in our hearts we felt the sentence of death. But this happened that we might not rely on ourselves but on God, who raises the dead. 10He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and he will deliver us. On him we have set our hope that he will continue to deliver us, 11as you help us by your prayers. Then many will give thanks on our[a] behalf for the gracious favor granted us in answer to the prayers of many.

Anita said...

Praying and knowing that our Father...your Father and your daughters' Father is there with you right now, Katie!!

~ Lisa @ AbidingThere~ said...

Praying for all of you by name.

xo

Cheryl, Steve & Grace C. said...

Katie,
We are praying alongside your Grandma Joyce for each of your sweet girls (and you) living there, and we also pray for your family here in Williamsport IN.
"Oh love the Lord, all you His godly ones. The Lord preserves the faithful,. . . Be strong and let your heart take courage, all you who hope in the Lord. Psalms
31:23-24

Dawn said...

God does not give us a spirit of fear but of power and love and a sound mind. 2 timothy 1:7 You are right! He is for you and there is none you should fear. He has called each one of you "MINE" (Is 43:1) so you continue to rest in His loving, STRONG arms. Those who rest in the shadow of the Most High God will be kept safe by the Mighty One! Psalm 93:1 I will continue to lift you and your girls up from China.
blessings,
Dawn

Kathi said...

Katie - worried about you and your girls.....praying non-stop for God's armour of safety for you and those precious smiling faces.

chrystal said...

Katie, Your family is always in my prayers, but I sent up a special prayer for each of those precious little girls. I prayed for the blood of Jesus to cover each of them, for the sheild of protection, for saftey, for comfort, and for peace. Whatever you are going through, God will carry you and those girls. Stay firm and stay strong in His name. I know you will.

You guys will continue to be in my prayers.

Chrystal

Dad and Linda said...

And we are for you, too. We are praying for all your beautiful girls today.

Nikki said...

Praying for you and your beautiful daughters. I am incredibly inspired by you....just found your blog today. Bless you Katie and the Life He has given you.

Jenn said...

Praying for you and all those darling girls!!

Blessings,
Jenn

Tony C said...

God knows the need. My prayers are with them and you.

Bunny Wilson said...

Praying!

Warren Baldwin said...

My daughter spoke about your work in a talk she gave at Leadership Training for Christ and then for our church. I have part of the video up which catches part (sorry it wasn't all of it) of her talk of your work. The recording is at our church after we came back from LTC. She spoke about light overcoming the darkness.

LexiMaxi said...

Praying

JoEllyn said...

praying for your beautiful girls!

~love said...

katie...i'm so thankful to be able to pray for each of your girls by name. i'm in the process of printing out each of their pictures so i can pray for them specifically each day.
God is doing a great work in my heart for the children of Uganda. Thank you for showing them God's love through your love for them! I cannot wait to get over there and love on them.....and to see what else God is planning!

April said...

Praying for you this morning and your girls, for God's love and protection to surround you and your children...In Jesus name...

Blessed Mom of Four, Now Five said...

More prayers coming your way!
Robbie

Renee said...

I agree with my brothers and sisters in the name of Jesus and ask Him to provide all that you need right now, whatever those needs are. I pray for His hedge of protection to surround you and your family. And I give Him thanks for His mercy, grace, faithfulness and goodness that He shows us every day. May His love pour out over you and give you immeasurable peace. In His Name and In His love, Renee

Terry said...

I know that I am late getting this but I am praying today....I am honored to pray for your children. You are such a good momma, and as a fellow momma I will storm the gates of heaven for your children. Oh Lord, I know Your hand is stronger than any weapon that is formed against us. You are the Victory! and we are already victorious in You!

Judy said...

Katie, Praying for you and your beautiful, precious family.

"You are the voice of hope
The anchor of my soul.
Where there seems to be no way
You make it possible.
You are the Prince of Peace
Amidist adversity.
My lips will shout for joy.
To You the Most High." L. Martin

God Bless you sweet Katie!

Judy said...

Katie, Praying for you and your beautiful, precious family.

"You are the voice of hope
The anchor of my soul.
Where there seems to be no way
You make it possible.
You are the Prince of Peace
Amidist adversity.
My lips will shout for joy.
To You the Most High." L. Martin

God Bless you sweet Katie!

Andrea said...

Prayers being lifted! What beautiful beautiful girls. My heart is smiling just looking at their faces. I know God is smiling on them as well.
Andrea

Audrey said...

Am praying for your beautiful daughters by name and your entire family.

gloria said...

Katie,
I am praying.

Keep us posted.

Beautiful girls.......

God is your refuge and your shield.. you ever present help in time of trouble. Ps. 46:1

Hang on to Jesus,
gloria

Moms Embracing Moms in Crisis said...

Katie,

I have been a Mother for almost 14 years now, and I have so much respect and love for you as a mother. Happy Mother's Day dear one. My family will be praying for you, your children, and your staff. You are an amazing example of what can be done and accomplished when God is the center. His spirit is so evident in you. My each of your children be blessed and protected. You are so precious to me. Thank you for the lessons you teach each one of us.
Hugs to you and your precious children!
Laurie

Anonymous said...

Happy Mother's Day, Katie!

My three young boys and I pray for you and your girls. Now that we have each of their names and pictures we are starting to pray specific verses over each of them... and you. We especially remember you all as we sit down to have a meal together, asking God to provide for you.

Love, Debbie and Boys in Seattle

Anonymous said...

I am and will continue to pray for you all! God is bigger than our enemies and often works in ways so unknown to us. Keep the faith! Your an incrediable inspiration to many! May the Lord keep you and the girls in His protective care and may He uphold you with His rigtheous right hand!
Blessings from Lisa in Tucson :)

shepherdsgrace said...

Father, we ask for protection and wisdom...both yours freely given...and we ask it in the name of Your precious Son, our Rescuer and Savior, Jesus Christ...

blessings in America,
Sarah

Jewels of My Heart said...

Your daughters are beautiful beyond words.... their smiles outshine the sun.
I have been and will be praying for your precious family....
Isaiah 26:3
I pray for God's protection, peace and will for your lives.
God bless you all....