F4S: So many places and things are all closed up. So what can I put into practice during these days of COVID-19?

Sunday, March 15, 2020

So many places and things are all closed up. So what can I put into practice during these days of COVID-19?

 
Airports and stores have gone wild.  And so many businesses and churches now have their doors locked.

Here are five “P"s to plan on and do..especially during really strange and not so strange days.
1. Be practical (become a ninja hand washer now, in spite of all the hoarders of hand sanitizers. Take good care of yourself especially if you’re older).
2. Be prayerful, that people not feeling well will be touched. Yes, that they will have a fast recovery from the Coronavirus. We want all people well on every level. There’s power in believing united prayer in Jesus Name! It’s the National Day of Prayer today, but do pray constantly and earnestly every day.
Father, we are being humbled as a people. Many are all around the globe. We look to and in faith call out in Christ's name. You’re all-powerful and in control. You can bring this Coronavirus to nothing. Please turn it back. Heal the people, let the sickness be on the decline all the way.. please help our leaders too. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.
3. Be proclaiming.. the gospel. Honestly we want all the world to go to church but Jesus wants all the church to go into all the world and share His Message.
4. Have proper perspective. God loves you, he hears your prayers, and he’s bigger than the Coronavirus. He’s far huge-er than any problem you’re facing right now. 
Don’t let your heart be troubled, don’t let your heart shutter. This current storm has a beginning, middle, and an end.. and it will come to the end.  
Sheep tend to be skittish and not so bright.. kinda like me. Jesus the Chief Shepherd said in Luke 12:32, "Do not fear little flock for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the Kingdom.” That loves to bless you and provide for you so call on the Lord.
Man, stop hoarding toilet paper! Are we now going to start paying for things with toilet paper squares as our currency? Really? Nope. 
God is a King. He’s not everyone’s Father.. yet (I wish all would turn and come to Him on his #Bible terms today)..but God is everyone’s Creator. Jesus said, “You believe in God believe also in me.”
5. Be prepared. Be prepared to meet your God. Jesus said he’s prepared a place for you. Jesus taught that only those who are prepared to die can begin to really live. You’ve got to make reservations in advance (now is good.. KnowGod.org). Respond to His message while you’re alive down here..you know, like you would for a future hotel stay. Fish4souls.org