O I L Ministries

O I L Ministries LaVina "Viny" Burns, Women's Inspirational Speaker, will speak at any women's event: banquet, retreats, conferences, Christmas Teas...etc.

OIL Ministries (Overflowing In Love) OIL Ministries is a ministry reaching out to women, offering the Love of Jesus as LaVina "Viny" Burns shares her life's experiences and the Word of God at any women's functions. You will laugh, cry, and see your life in a whole new perspective when you attend an event where Viny is speaking.

05/28/2026

Go and Do Likewise
May 28, 2026
Chaplain LaVina “Viny” Burns

Do you know what I love about the story of the Good Samaritan? Well, let us read first in Luke 10 and then I will share with you. When we begin, Jesus is talking to the 70 men He had chosen to follow Him. Just a thought: Jesus called them and they immediately did what He requested of them – no questions asked! Jesus instructed and told them what He expected out of them and what they were to do in Luke 10:1-11.

In verses 17-18 the men return to Jesus and they were so excited! They realized the POWER they had by their obedience to do things Jesus’ way and how they triumph over Satan and his demons! Jesus rejoiced with them but gave caution– don’t center on having power over the demons, but instead Praise God because your name is written in the Lamb’s Book of Life!

However, like many, as they gathered around rejoicing, a lawyer wanted to test Jesus so he questioned Him, “How does a person inherit eternal life?” Jesus answered him in Luke 10:27-29:

27) “So he answered and said, “ ‘You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your strength, and with all your mind,’ and ‘your neighbor as yourself.’ ” 28) And He said to him, “You have answered rightly; do this and you will live.” BUT – again the lawyer was testing Jesus: 29) But he (the lawyer), wanting to justify himself, said to Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?”

To answer, Jesus shares the story of the Good Samaritan:
Luke 10-30-36 (Take the time to open it up in the Bible and read the account)

Listen closely to what I am going to say and what I love: the Good Samaritan was an individual that would take care of someone at the side of the road – bring food to a family in need – offer to take someone to a doctor appointment – meet the need of a family … You get the point. In this case, Jesus used the parable (an earthly story with a Heavenly meaning) to show how many people will look at the needs of another and then close their eyes to the need when all along they could have met it. In this case, the Samaritans hated the Jews and that was a shock to see a Samaritan even touch a Jew, let alone take care of all his needs.

For the lawyer to ask Jesus who was his neighbor, showed he was actually trying to get Jesus off on a rabbit trail so he would not have to hear about Jesus Himself. And at this time, Jesus had not yet died on the cross, but before His death and after, we are taught the same thing: to LOVE the Lord with all our heart, soul, mind and spirit meaning a person was to be sold out for the Lord. With that type of Agape Love (a complete LOVE – one that extends to strangers – beyond emotions, but a total LOVE that encompasses those around you) you could then LOVE your neighbor as yourself.

If we want the world to see the Love of Jesus, we MUST love our neighbor. Maybe you cannot help a bleeding person (I don’t do blood and would faint on them), but I can run to the store! I can give them a ride to a doctor’s appointment. I can testify for Jesus when the opportunity arises by my actions!

First of all, please stop and remember the day you gave your heart and life to Christ. He loved you and gave His life for you! What have you given back to Him? You MUST invite Jesus in to live with you and fill you with His power so you can then show the world the LOVE you have one for another! Time to be a Good Samaritan with your life! Romans 10:9 “That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.”

Then follow Luke 10:37, 37) And he said, He who showed mercy on him.” Then Jesus said to him, “Go and do likewise.”

05/27/2026

Are Your Bolts on Right?
May 29, 2026
Chaplain LaVina “Viny” Burns

Do you remember having to take auto shop class in High School? We had a rule in our home: whoever was the oldest kid at home would be given the opportunity to purchase the small car our step-father had bought and he’d co-sign the loan so we could establish personal credit. When it was my turn, I purchased the aqua Datsun B210 hatchback.

Before the purchase, I was enrolled in auto shop at CMR High School. The teacher was quite a “suave” individual around the girls. He actually, I believe, became “twitterpated” (remember Bambi??) around his female students. The problem was he did not pay a lot of attention to our quality of work on the cars, and so many mistakes were made. One day he was to show/teach the girls (me included) how to change oil and rotate tires or change a flat. The teacher requested that someone volunteer their car. So, I asked my father, Ed, if the Datsun would be available for us to use in class. Very reluctantly he agreed.

My sister and I took the Datsun to the school and sure enough it was used throughout the day in the various classes learning to change tires, change oil, check pressures, etc. We picked up the car and began to drive home. Instantly, the car began to shake uncontrollably. Being we lived close to the HS, we drove very carefully home at a very slow speed. When Ed looked at the car, he found the nuts on every tire had been put on backwards. The oil plug wasn’t placed properly, resulting in oil dripping. This was a job done that had been checked by the teacher and given the OK. Needless to say, the car was not in good shape after it had been “worked on”! The teacher had set his sights on the wrong thing and missed the important items that could have cost a life had the tires all fallen off.

I am wondering in our Christian walk how many times we set our eyes on things that distract us from the real issues in life. Today there are so many things that sidetrack us from paying attention to important tasks at hand. Ecclesiastes 9:10 says, “Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with your might; for there is no work or device or knowledge or wisdom in the grave where you are going.” Ephesians 5:15-16, "See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil. "

Therefore, you have a job to do. Do it with everything within you. Isn’t it interesting that the end of Ecclesiastes 9:10 it says to get the job done right because after you die there is no wisdom or knowledge? But in Ephesians we are told to be careful how we do the job – be wise and make the most of what is set before you to do. All of us have our hands involved in something we know the Lord wants us to do. So, let us make our Heavenly Father proud and do everything to His honor and glory, knowing it is done to the best of our ability. I say, “Let’s get our hands dirty and let’s make sure the bolts are put on right and the plugs are in tightly.” Keep our eyes on the job – not on the desires of this world. You will be rewarded because your tires will stay on tight and get you to where you need to be!

05/26/2026

Clean Out the Vent and Dry the Laundry!
May 26, 2026
Chaplain LaVina “Viny” Burns

Helping my aunt and uncle one summer, I became a nanny to their two daughters. Because of the severity of the situation, I also aided in the laundry and other house chores. After completing several loads of dirty clothes, I began to panic because they were not coming out dryer, DRY! I tried and tried to figure it out! Finally, I resorted to taking the clothes out and hanging them on furniture until they were ready to put away. At last, I told my aunt of my dilemma and suggested we call someone, I had broken the dryer. She said she would check it out first and we’d go from there.

After examining the dryer, my aunt asked, “Viny, did you clean out the filter?” What filter? Together we went to the laundry room and opened the dryer door. My aunt pulled out the lent filter and it was so full we were surprised it had not sparked a fire. I didn’t know! But I did learn that day the act of not cleaning out the filter stopped the working of the dryer. It could no longer function as it was intended.

It brings to mind how the Holy Spirit working in our lives. How many times does our tongue, our actions, our lives stop the working of the Holy Spirit. We find in I Thessalonians 5:18 we are commanded to “Quench not the Holy Spirit”. It means, do not do anything that would stop His work because of what we do, say or live. When we “quench” a thirst, we make sure we get a drink to stop that thirsty feeling. Key Word – STOP.

Ephesians 4:30 tells us to not “grieve the Holy Spirit”. The content of this passage of scripture has to do with the mouth, what we say. If we read the passage in context, we would put verses 29 and 31 with verse 30. It reads like this: “Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths but only what is helpful for building one another up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption. Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice.”

Once we get rid of the sin that is grieving the Holy Spirit, He can get to work in our life and we will see changes made that will bring glory to His Name! Just like a dryer that won’t work with all the lent plugging it up, our sin plugs up the working of God the Holy Spirit! Today let us clean out the lent trap and get things working. Let us get the laundry dried!

05/22/2026

No Horsing Around with Jealousy!
May 22, 2026
Chaplain LaVina “Viny” Burns

One morning on WZZK, I brought up the subject of churches and the idea of getting along and welcoming newcomers. I loved the time slot I use to share the Word and OIL Ministries, especially when God gives illustrations that tie in with His word!

We had just received a beautiful little filly, Sky, to babysit. Not knowing horses, I thought the other horses would love to have a new playmate. LOL!! WRONG!! How funny! Our filly was VERY Jealous of the fact another female had come onto the scene. The next thing we know, our horse, Slippers, was heading to Sky to kick and fuss about her being in the pasture. It was mayhem for a few minutes until we got them separated and into their own pens.

My mind went to our churches. Often, we have been in a church visiting and instantly you know, you are not welcome. We have gone into a church, sat down, sang, listened, and then got up and left without one person saying a word to us. What a shame! We witnessed a church in which a new couple came in and were so excited to get busy only to have the “members” tell them they were not needed. In fact, they not only did not need them, but they did not want them!

I have heard one woman say in a church how she volunteered to serve only to be told flat out she was not needed. My friend, the word we are looking for here is JEALOUSY! You see, often regular members of a church have their seat, their position, their duties, and their power (!) YES, Power! knowing they are NOT going to relinquish any responsibilities. WHY? Because they have always done this or that and they do NOT want anyone coming in and possibly doing something a bit different or even better than they have done. Oh, my friend, I have seen it many times over and again. I have experienced women in tears as they have been kicked aside by the older members (no, not in age, but in time at the church).

We are the body of Christ if we have accepted Christ as our personal Savior. With the Holy Spirit living within me, I am joint heirs with Christ and with many others that are believers. But we are to work together and praise Jesus for all of His provisions, including sending us new blood into our local family church to serve and work together in loving kindness and acceptance.

Philippians 1:24-28, 24) Nevertheless to remain in the flesh is more needful for you. 25) And being confident of this, I know that I shall remain and continue with you all for your progress and joy of faith, 26) that your rejoicing for me may be more abundant in Jesus Christ by my coming to you again.
27) Only let your conduct be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of your affairs, that you stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel, 28) and not in any way terrified by your adversaries, which is to them a proof of perdition, but to you of salvation, and that from God.”

We have been attending a church now for 5 years in Center Star, AL. It has an awesome reputation. Their love and acceptance have been overwhelming. I am sure if the Apostle Paul were to walk into their church, he would say, “your conduct is worthy of the Gospel of Christ.” My friend, the next time someone comes to visit and possibly joins your congregation, make sure your arms are open and your feet are not kicking! No Horsing around with Jealousy! We are the Body of Christ – let us act in accordance with pleasing our Savior!

05/20/2026

Tender Mercies and Compassion through Smiles
May 20, 2026
Chaplain LaVina “Viny” Burns

One night Jim treated me to a local buffet in Florence, AL. It is one of his favorites. We sat in the back corner for a bit of privacy, which ended quickly. Soon there was a couple behind us and one right beside us. That was no problem. It was still a quiet scene. The couple to the side of us was a nice pair. The man was in a wheelchair with health issues. He had brain electrodes connected to each side of his head. His wife was helpful in serving him with a sweet spirit about her. Shortly after they began to eat, the husband choked on some food. It was difficult for him to swallow. Again, about 10 minutes later, he began to choke again.

My heart ached for what they were going through and yet surviving with sweet spirits. However, the couple behind us were very offended they would have to sit beside a man that “coughed”. I watched their response as they discussed their options. Finally, the wife got up and told the waitress they could not feel “safe” sitting next to a man that coughed and felt the need to move. OK, to add to it, I am very allergic to tomatoes and had a sauce made with tomatoes in it. LOL At the same time, I began to sneeze. Nothing new for me. I try very hard to not have a sneezing fit in the restaurant, but I think this was allowed to shake up the uncaring couple.

It is unbelievable how many ideas and verses came to my mind as I watched such rudeness. The gentleman could not help from choking and tried to eat very slowly and carefully. Praise God he could even eat and had such a lovely wife!

Let us read Colossians 3:12-14 together to see what God expects out of us towards others:

“12) Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering; 13) bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as Christ forgave you, so you also must do. 14) But above all these things put on love, which is the bond of perfection.”

Lord Jesus, please help Your people to show the Love of God to those around us. May we put on tender mercies as a coat that we share with others. Father, may we always be reminded to put on LOVE, being reminded it is the bond of perfection. Oh, that we may be like YOU! In Your precious name of Jesus, AMEN!

The next time you are in a restaurant and see a couple with issues, please show them the Love of Jesus and give them your tender mercies and compassion through smiles. It could be you!

05/19/2026

Even If It Takes an Angel
May 19, 2026
Chaplain LaVina “Viny” Burns

The evening was beautiful and we had just enjoyed an awesome dinner date with some friends from Montana. The laughter, reminiscing of the past 30 years, the catching up the lives of our children all streamed through the conversations was so incredibly fun! At the end of the conversation I was asked if I would schedule a speaking engagement for a weekend retreat in Lincoln, Montana in September 2020. I told them it would be my joy. Then the evening came to an end and we parted our ways.

On the way home from Mesa, AZ, Jim and I were discussing the wonderful evening and how close friends can be even when you only see each other a couple times a year. We decided to make a stop at a corner gas station with a small café in it. The business was in what appeared to be a fairly rough neighborhood. As I waited on Jim to come back, I looked over and began to speak with a woman who said her name was Trulia. She was probably around 70+ in age and was homeless in appearance. Her belongings sat beside her saying my assumption was fairly correct. She had gotten a drink and had a can of sardines waiting to be opened. It was then we started our conversation.

I inquired how her day had been and immediately thought I should share the love of Jesus. She was quickly in agreement and began to lift up the name of the Lord. She told me how she loved the Lord and would pray various Bible verses. There was such a glow about her, especially since she was homeless. We discussed how there was so much to praise the Lord for and she readily agreed. I quoted her Matthew 6:26 in paraphrased version, “Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are ye not much better than they?” and she said she could do nothing less than be thankful to such a wonderful Father in Heaven. I told her I would pray for her as God laid her on my heart and she thanked me. I spoke a blessing over her and followed Jim out of the small cafe as he had just walked up to me.

As we got into the car I began to tell Jim about the glowing elderly woman, homeless, but yet lifting up the name of Jesus! With nothing to her name, she praised Jesus! He looked at me and said, “There was no woman at the table to talk to.” “Yes there was Jim” I replied. I then told him how we shared Matthew 6:26 and the love of Jesus. Again, he said, “I am telling you, you were standing there looking out the window. There was no one at the table. The only individuals close by were 3 men and 1 lady outside. There was no one at that table, just you waiting on me.”

Immediately Jim and I began to quote the verse, Hebrews 13:2, “Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.” Within my heart I believe she was an angel. And, I believe she was an angel that ministered to the homeless. As we had been going through certain things, I knew she was there to encourage me in the Lord, which she did. Jesus always does His part to encourage His children – even if it takes an angel! (or use them to protect us??)

05/18/2026

In His Image
May 18, 2026
Chaplain LaVina “Viny” Burns

Our youngest daughter just had pictures taken with her husband. It was a professionally done photo shoot for the record company. She had her make-up beautifully done and the make-up artist commented on how she looked like a well-known movie star. I got a proof and after looking at it said, “Oh my gracious, you look just like my oldest sister did at that age!” And she did! Of course, I sent it on to another sister to see if I was correct and she responded, “Uncanny! They look identical!”

Do you have a twin in this life? We had just moved to Radcliff, KY and began attending Stithton Baptist Church. The music minister walked up and said, “You have a twin!” I can’t remember her name and in fact, never met her, but several told me we were identical twins.

Several years ago I was in the hospital and one of my nurses came in and introduced herself, sharing that she was my day nurse. At first glance I thought our daughter’s neighbor had walked into my room. However, then it dawned on me, she was a banker and this gal was a nurse. Shortly after the intro, Shelly came to the room with our granddaughters. The nurse walked in and she was shocked as she thought what I had – twins! Shelly opened up Facebook and pulled up a picture her neighbor to show the nurse. The resemblance was amazing as well as the body motions, the facial expressions and the phrases she used when she talked. We all laughed at the “identical twins”.

It is fun to witness “twins” that aren’t related, but did you know if you are a child of the King you too have a likeness: II Corinthians 3:18, “But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from glory to glory, just as by the Spirit of the Lord.”

Ancient mirrors were made of a polished metal creating a reflection that was strong and intense. When light shone on the face of the mirrors the rays would cast a reflection on the face of the person looking into the mirror. The face would be powerfully illuminated. Verse 18 says “we, with an unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory of the Lord,...transformed into the same image from glory to glory” Just as the glory of God is illuminated like a bright light on a mirror, the glory shines forth reflecting on our unveiled faces, transforming us into His likeness. Therefore, we are changed into the likeness of His glory.

Genesis 5:1b, “…In the day that God created man, He made him in the likeness of God.”

The question is, “What do you look like when you look into the mirror of God’s glory”. Do you shine forth with the likeness of His glory? Or is your mirror tarnished and fuzzy when looked into? Let us polish our mirrors and see clearly – we are, after all, made in His image!

Genesis 5:1b, “…In the day that God created man, He made him in the likeness of God.”

05/14/2026

I Determine to Know Jesus
May 14, 2026
Chaplain LaVina “Viny” Burns

Last evening I was sharing with the Wednesday Evening Women’s Bible Study Class about a female that was speaking to a congregation and telling them that if they believed Jesus was the only way to Heaven, they were believing in heresy. Being that the dictionary says “heresy” means to go against doctrine in the Bible, I truly believe she is on the wrong track. The Bible is very clear that our entrance into eternity’s Heaven is from John 14:6, “Jesus Answered, ‘I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life. NO Man comes to the Father but through Me.” Her thought was that Jesus said to “love God and follow the commandments” and that was all that was needed to go to Heaven.

Though that may sound good to her, it is contrary to God’s Word. As I have been studying in I Corinthians I read this:

I Corinthians 2:13-16 13) These things we also speak, not in words which man’s wisdom teaches but which the Holy Spirit teaches, comparing spiritual things with spiritual. 14) But the natural man does not receive the things of the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him; nor can he know them, because they are spiritually discerned. 15) But he who is spiritual judges all things, yet he himself is rightly judged by no one. 16) For “who has known the mind of the Lord that he may instruct Him?” But we have the mind of Christ.”

We hear the saying, “Out of the mouth of babes” and it holds true. We love our 3-year-old grandson! His words of “wisdom” put us laughing. His favorite Bible character is David (story-David and Goliath). The explanations he comes up with to explain the reason why David got to go against Goliath are “only out of the mouth of babes”!! He is ignorant in the reasoning because he is only 3. When Paul sat to write the letters to the Church of Corinth, he wrote this to them:

I Corinthians 2:1-5, “And I, brethren, when I came to you, did not come with excellence of speech or of wisdom declaring to you the testimony of God. 2) For I determined not to know anything among you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified. 3) I was with you in weakness, in fear, and in much trembling. 4) And my speech and my preaching were not with persuasive words of human wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power, 5) that your faith should not be in the wisdom of men but in the power of God.”

If you have given your life to Jesus and allowed Him to come in, cleansing your sins through the forgiveness of His shed blood, then you have been given as in verse 16, “the mind of Christ”. Paul knew he was a sinner and in of Jesus. He also acknowledged the fact that he was to preach Jesus Christ and Him crucified. He knew his speech was not out of human wisdom, but it was the Holy Spirit that gave him his words and understanding. Again, “The Mind of Christ!”.

Verse 5 is so clear when it says, “your faith should not be in the wisdom of men, but in the POWER of God”. My heart aches when I hear a woman speaking to a decently full church and speaking from her own weak wisdom. As in verse 14, the Word of God is foolish to her because she does not know the Author of the Bible! I am not arrogant in my strong belief, but have POWER through the Word of God to speak boldly! Yes, God is love. It was His love that sent Him to the Cross of Calvary for the forgiveness of our sins. Now it is up to us to Believe and Trust in that saving Grace He so lovingly and unselfishly offers to each of us. Do you know the Christ of Calvary? Have you asked Him to be your Savior? Have you accepted His forgiveness of yours sins? Your eternity depends on it! “Today is the day of Salvation!” II Corinthians 6:2

05/13/2026

Bible Blogs written daily for your Daily Encouragement! Grab a cup of coffee and ENJOY!

05/13/2026

Stirring Up Love
May 13, 2026
Chaplain LaVina “Viny” Burns

Every once in a while it’s nice to have a surprise blessing in our lives. I love to surprise individuals with different blessings in different circumstances. When Jim and I were first married we moved from Great Falls, MT to Chattanooga, TN. There we were amongst several young married college students that were starving just like we were. However, Jim and I believed that 10% of everything should go back to the Lord, even groceries.

It was so much fun to leave groceries for families we believed were in need (God had laid on our hearts), and secretly deliver the bags of food. We were very careful not to let anyone know who left them a bag of blessing.

However, it is not the same when someone expects something out of you. Jim worked one time at the airport (Hangar One) in Chattanooga during our college years. A friend worked with him who would do anything he could to make sure he serviced more planes and pilots so he could receive the tips. Jim willingly would give them up knowing he had a baby and young son to feed. Yet, several times Jim would find out he had been lied about just so he would not get the business from the incoming airplane. It broke our hearts that a Christian brother would lie to receive more.

One night it was very slow on the runway but finally a plane arrived. Jim took the plane to service and received a $2 tip. The co-workers’ wife had just called me and told me their baby needed milk. Trying to meet the need, I called Jim. He said, “Do we have food in the house?” “No”, I responded but we agreed God would provide and Jim should give the “friend” the $2 tip in the name of Jesus. It was shortly after giving the $2 did we realized God would provide!

Right before clocking out for the evening, another plane arrived on the scene. It was a plane from a well-known Photography Company. The pilot walked up to Jim and said, “Would you like a food tray? The company catered this flight because we had a couple of photographers on board but they did not eat any of it all the way from Dallas.” Of course Jim was thrilled. He walked into the gate area and there sat a huge tray of meats, cheese, crackers, etc. It was such an unexpected blessing – we were shocked!! We could never have afforded that type of food and yet after Jim arrived home, we shouted with joy!! It was food fit for a king! God was stirring up Love in my life!

Shortly after that I received that same type of excitement. Opening my email, I was shocked to see how an individual was sharing God’s provision and was Stirring Up Love for my ministry. I had turned down a participation in a certain ministry due to cost at this time and the email said I would still be a recipient. This was the 2nd time in the last 3 months God had blessed my ministry like that. Another couple offered a service to my ministry at an affordable cost. Of course, tears filled my eyes as I sat and pondered Love Stirred Up!

“Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. 2) Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.” Philippians 2:2-3

Not only does it offer another person having Love Stirred Up in their lives, but we are told to stir up a sister in Christ to love and encourage them to good works. Let us make sure they are following a good example.

“And let us consider one another in order to stir up love and good works” Hebrews 10:24

So, for the two different individuals that have “Stirred Up Love” via email in those months – may you find “Love Stirred Up” In your life – placed there by the Lord Himself – pressed down and running over!

OIL Ministries: Overflowing in LOVE!

05/12/2026

Just Talk
May 12, 2026
Chaplain LaVina “Viny” Burns

The number of times someone has said to me, "I don't know how to pray" is beyond counting! I have to
tell you -I LOVE PRAYING! Growing up we would have stories in children's church and Sunday School that I have not forgotten. One was about an elderly gal that could not get out of the house. She was
homebound and was not even able to go to church. Feeling sorry for her, another parishioner said, "You
must feel so bad not being able to serve the Lord anymore." Her reply, "I serve Him every day because I
can sit in my house and pray!"

The Lord did give us the example of praying in the Gospels with the Lords' prayer in Matthew 6:9-13,

“Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.
(Acknowledge who He is, where He is, and praise His holy name! Mark 16:19))
Thy kingdom come, (He's promised us a Heavenly home John 14:1-6)
Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.
(He's got the plan for our lives both on earth and in Heaven - YES! Romans 12:1-2)
Give us this day our daily bread.
(He knows our needs before we ask, but He wants us to come asking and rest assured that He will
provide!! Matthew 6:25-34)
And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.
(I John 1:9 - He faithfully forgives our sins, but wants us to forgive others)
And lead us not into temptation,
(Jesus never leads us into wrong doing - He longs for us to be righteous and longing to live for Him
James 1:13-14)
but deliver us from evil:
(Thank You Jesus for Your protection and keeping us from doing wrong if we keep our eyes on You
Proverbs 3:5-6)
For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever.
(All things belong to You - Thank You for Your awesome power and glory which lasts through eternity!
Revelation 5:13)
Amen.”

When you come to my home, I will invite you in, offer you a seat and refreshments, then, enjoy an
awesome conversation. Why? Because you are my friend and I am honored to be in your presence. My
advice to those who do not know "how to pray" - invite Jesus to sit at the table with you during your
coffee and Bible time - then talk to Him just as if He was your best friend, because He should be!! You will be privileged and honored to sit in His presence!

Often I will lay and talk out loud to my Jesus. Other times I will be cleaning and just talking away to Him. Is that OK? Sure. We are not commanded to be in church to talk to Him, or kneeling. We have His
attention anywhere and at any time! However, there are times that I have fallen asleep kneeling by my
bed praying. It's so peaceful to be in His presence that I am calmed and rest in His arms!

Our grandson, Dalton, is 3 years old and talks to Jesus through his singing (including the Lord’s Prayer). Faith of a child – praying like one also!

Enjoy your conversation (prayer) with Jesus today. You cannot pray "wrong" - just enjoy visiting with your Savior. He loves hearing from you!! The key: Just Talk!

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