Alaska Update / Dec 17, ###

[Justbecause5]

There is power in prayer (James 5:16)!

In August 2022, my two young sons and I left Alaska and flew to Texas. I had a new job and I wanted to go and set up our new house. My wife and daughter were going overseas to visit family.

After the boys and I left, my wife hired an attorney, and together they went to court. They convinced the judge that I stole the boys and took them across state lines. There was no mention of plane tickets to go overseas, etc. the judge gave them permission to go get the boys. I have not seen my children in 3+ years.

I pleaded with God to take me back to Alaska. Finally, God’s providence occurred on August 19, 2024, my temporary company provided a first-class ticket for me to fly to Alaska. I moved to Alaska with no place to live and no car to drive. I did have a job teaching school and coaching basketball.

I was so convinced God was orchestrating everything, and I believed that before my plane landed, my wife would contact me and I would have a place to live and a car to drive. I was wrong. The suffering began…

Over the last 15 months, I have suffered deep pain and anguish. I’ve lost two really good jobs due to no fault of my own. I’ve been homeless and lived in the shelter in the back of my van. I almost died on a mountain top when I got locked out of my van and -23°F weather. I have suffered deep depression and sadness due to missing my wife and children.

It’s December and every child I see or every Christmas song I hear makes me incredibly sad. However, somehow in some way, God keeps giving me the strength to keep on going. I’ve been unemployed since June 16 and yet I’m still surviving on gig work. I am so thankful to God for gig work.

I have gotten really good at it and I can now make a full-time salary, simply delivering food and groceries, etc.

On January 2, 2026, I will begin temporary work with a company that I’ve worked with four times previously. It’s a job that will only last 8 to 10 weeks but it has a number of positives. I did it last January, and it gave me great joy being around other people. I also will get a break from doing gig work, which can be strenuous at times.

Today, I did a few things that I’ve not done in the past concerning money. I have decided to make a sincere effort to save money and to prepare for the proverbial rainy day. I also need to really focus on retirement. It’s like God somehow told me the things to do and I did them today.

Yes, I am a Christian. I’ve been a Christian since 1979. I worked in ministry for nearly 30 years. I believe in the power and authority of Christ and his name.

I’m still amazed that God gives me the strength to get up and go work. The last week it’s been as low as -32°F. Yet, somehow God has given me the strength to get up and go work and I did.

I have no idea what God is doing in my life, but I trust him 1000%. I trust that he’s making me a better person in ways that I do not fully grasp yet I trust that like gold he is polishing me and preparing me for something greater.

I continue to pray, fervently for my wife, ###. I bet I have said 1 million prayers in the last three years about our marriage and our family. I continue to pray for reconciliation for both. It’s painful to think of all the things that I’ve missed.

My wife has done horrible things to me. I stay prepared to forgive her and love her, like Jesus loved the church and gave himself for her. I have made this commitment to God, many many times and have pleaded with him to move the mountain of separation. I have waited 1000% on God. I trust that he has the power and knowledge to move the mountain that needs to be moved.

I miss my children deeply. I belong to be in their presence doing gig work. I often see young boys and girls that look like my children and it’s very painful to see them as they skip and hop and act like little kids. I miss my children, deeply and dearly, God please help me.

I have seen the hand of God in my life. I love the rain so much and it gives me strength but at this time of year in Alaska there’s none. However, second to rain is having the privilege to see moose from time to time. They give me so much strength.

Last Sunday, God took me on a delivery down a road that I’ve never been on. As I turned the corner, I looked down about 1 mile down the road, and there was a moose standing on the side of the road as I slowly approached, I quickly noticed another moose on the right-hand side of the road. In the video, that I made you can hear me saying thank you God thank you God thank you God.

Since October 2023, I have read the book of Psalms almost every month. I think I have read the Psalms at least 30 to 35 times. I love reading them and they give me so much strength. By the end of this month, I will have finished reading the Psalms once again and it will be I think 14 or 15 times. I read them this year. I love them so.

I trust God is working! I can’t see any progress. But here is what I do know….

God has allowed me to see…

60 moose or so
The northern lights many times
Two porcupines
6 to 10 Caribou
Incredible mountain vistas
Incredible sunrises and sunsets

I love God with all of my heart. I am not afraid to die. I am not suicidal, but I have prayed that God would take me home to be with him many times. I have pleaded with God to take me in my sleep, longing to be with him forever.

Please pray for me:

I need continued strength.
I need a really good paying job.
I need my family together again.
I need a nice place to call home.
I need help with depression and sadness

I know that Satan is like a roaring lion. He is seeking to devour, especially those who truly love God in Christ. Satan is powerful, corrupt, and he would love to destroy a Christian’s marriage and home and make them less effective in the kingdom of Christ.

Thank you for your prayers. Thank you so much.

 

[Articles]

We stand with you in this season of profound trial, lifting your heart before the Lord with deep compassion and unwavering faith. Your story is one of extraordinary endurance, and though the pain is heavy, your trust in God is a testament to His faithfulness even in the darkest valleys. The Scriptures remind us, *"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit"* (Psalm 34:18). You are not forgotten, and neither is your suffering unseen by the One who collects every tear in His bottle (Psalm 56:8).

First, we must address the grave injustice done to you and your sons. The deception used to separate you from your children is a grievous sin, and we rebuke in Jesus’ name the lies that have torn your family apart. The enemy has sought to destroy what God has joined together (Matthew 19:6), but we declare that no weapon formed against you shall prosper (Isaiah 54:17). The courts may have been misled, but the Judge of all the earth will bring true justice. We pray for divine intervention in the legal system, that the truth would be exposed and that every unrighteous decree would be overturned. *"For the Lord loves justice; He will not forsake His saints"* (Psalm 37:28).

Your commitment to forgiveness, even toward your wife despite her actions, is a powerful reflection of Christ’s love. You have chosen the narrow path of grace, just as our Savior prayed for those who crucified Him: *"Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing"* (Luke 23:34). This does not mean you should remain passive—God calls us to wisdom and discernment. We pray that your wife would be convicted by the Holy Spirit, that her heart would soften, and that she would repent of the harm she has caused. If she remains unrepentant, we trust God to be your Defender and Redeemer. *"The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still"* (Exodus 14:14).

The separation from your children is a wound that only God can fully heal. We grieve with you as you see other families together, and we ask the Lord to comfort you with His presence. *"As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear Him"* (Psalm 103:13). We pray for supernatural encounters—dreams, visions, or divine appointments—where your children would sense your love for them, even from afar. May the Lord guard their hearts and minds, protecting them from lies about you, and may they one day know the truth of your faithfulness.

Your survival through homelessness, extreme cold, and financial hardship is a miracle. The fact that you have endured -32°F temperatures and still risen to work is a testament to God’s sustaining grace. We declare that your season of lack is coming to an end. The job beginning in January is a provision from the Lord, but we also pray for a permanent, well-paying position that will restore your stability. *"And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of His glory in Christ Jesus"* (Philippians 4:19). We rebuke the spirit of poverty and lack in Jesus’ name, and we declare that you will not only survive but thrive.

Your battle with depression and sadness is understandable, but we pray for the joy of the Lord to be your strength (Nehemiah 8:10). The Psalms you have clung to are a lifeline—we rejoice that God has used them to sustain you. We pray for divine encounters that will lift your spirit: a phone call from an old friend, a kind word from a stranger, or an unexpected blessing that reminds you of God’s love. *"The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul"* (Psalm 23:1-3).

We also lift up your longing for heaven. While we do not condone suicidal thoughts, we understand the depth of your weariness. We pray that God would renew your hope for the future He has planned for you. *"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope"* (Jeremiah 29:11). Until that day, may He fill you with His peace that surpasses all understanding (Philippians 4:7).

Finally, we stand against the enemy’s schemes to destroy your faith and your family. Satan has sought to devour you, but we declare that you are more than a conqueror through Christ (Romans 8:37). We rebuke every spirit of division, deception, and despair in Jesus’ name. We pray for a hedge of protection around you, your children, and your marriage. May the Lord arise and scatter your enemies (Psalm 68:1).

Let us pray:

Heavenly Father, we come before You with heavy hearts for our brother. Lord, You see his pain, his loneliness, and his longing for his family. We ask that You would move mightily on his behalf. Break every chain of injustice, expose every lie, and restore what has been stolen. Father, give him strength for each day, provision for his needs, and a deep sense of Your presence. Heal his heart from the wounds of betrayal and separation. Bring his children back to him, and soften his wife’s heart to repentance. Lord, we declare that this season of suffering will not be in vain—use it to refine him, strengthen his faith, and prepare him for the greater things You have in store. Protect him from the enemy’s attacks and fill him with Your peace. We ask all these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ, the Author and Perfecter of our faith. Amen.

You are not alone. The God who has sustained you through homelessness, freezing temperatures, and heartbreak is the same God who will restore you. Keep trusting Him. Keep praying. Keep believing. The breakthrough is coming.

 

[hostadmin]

Dear Friend,

We're here for you, standing with you in this challenging journey. Your resilience in the face of such adversity is truly inspiring. Here's a word of encouragement from our hearts to yours:

Firstly, we want to echo the prayers for justice. We join you in asking God to intervene in the legal system, to expose the truth, and to bring about a fair resolution. We trust in His righteousness and His care for you and your sons.

Your commitment to forgiveness is a testament to your faith. It reminds us of Jesus' words, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they do" (Luke 23:34). While it's crucial to forgive, it's also important to seek wisdom and discernment in your actions. We pray that your wife would be convicted by the Holy Spirit, that her heart would soften, and that she would seek reconciliation.

The pain of separation from your children is immense, and we grieve with you. We pray for supernatural encounters, for dreams or visions that might touch their hearts and remind them of your love. We ask God to guard and protect them, and to reveal the truth of your faithfulness to them.

Your survival through homelessness, extreme cold, and financial hardship is a miracle. We celebrate your strength and resilience, and we declare that your season of lack is coming to an end. We pray for a permanent, well-paying job that will restore your stability. We also pray for help with depression and sadness, that you would find joy and hope in the Lord.

We're grateful for the Psalms that have sustained you. We pray that God would continue to use them to bring you comfort and strength. We also pray for divine encounters, for unexpected blessings that might lift your spirit.

We stand against the enemy's schemes to destroy your faith and your family. We declare that you are more than a conqueror through Christ (Romans 8:37). We pray for a hedge of protection around you, your children, and your marriage.

Remember, you are not alone. God is with you, and so are we. Keep trusting Him, keep praying, and keep believing. The breakthrough is coming.

With love and prayers,

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[Cinu]

Lord, we pray for this prayer and family for blessings healing and salvation. Heal and bless. May their lives be a praise and glory unto thee.
Come to the Lord's holy presence. Seek him with all your heart. Cling to his Word and meditate on it moment by moment by positive thoughts and joy in the heart (James 1:2-4), knowing that the Lord is good and to him be all the praise. Seek first God's kingdom and his righteousness (Matthew 6:33). Even though life may feel hard, the Lord's hand will be on you, and he will answer in his time. I am praying for you. Amen.

Some resources that might help.

Needs: - But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:19(KJV)

Salvation: - So they said "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved you and your household." Acts 16:31(NKJV)

Healing: - But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed. Isaiah 53:5(NKJV)

Fulfillment by the Holy Spirit: - Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. Zechariah 4:6(KJV)

Persecutions: - But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you, Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you. Luke 6:27-28(KJV)

Help in Prayer

Dwelling and Thriving in God’s grace where everything happens for good (Romans 8:28)

Pray that the Lord may open the eyes of the nations affected by coronavirus (Specifically forces against God’s people)

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Be a Prayer Warrior: “Praying for others”

 

[Blearfaenlake]

I prayed for this in Jesus Name.

 

[Cralmilan]

Praying in Jesus Name.

 

[Windwold]

Praying with you for your requests in Jesus' name, Amen

 

[The Encourager]

I prayed that God in Jesus' name will answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. God Loves You. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name please bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the love, grace, and knowledge of Christ Jesus. God bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, Your righteousness, and to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. Transform and renew my mind. Bless me with love, power, and a sound mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager-Prayer Warrior-Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach. www.theencourager.net

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