Hi ladies! Prayer request for my niece Anastassia who may be headed into surgery for a brain bleed. 🙏❤️

Share prayer requests below. Prayer warriors: pray every Monday evening from your prayer closet before bed. There is power in intercession and coming together as one in the Spirit. If you say an extra prayer, please like or comment below the request so we can stay encouraged and pray continually.

"For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age." - Titus 2:11-12 In a world that promotes instant gratification and self-indulgence, it can be challenging to say no to the temptations that surround us. Advertisements, social media, and even peer pressure encourage us to chase after whatever feels good in the moment. For many, the idea of self-control and denying oneself seems outdated and unappealing. As believers, we are called to live differently. We are called to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives. This calling often requires us to say no to things that others readily embrace. It might feel like we’re missing out, but God promises to bless us for our obedience and self-discipline. When we say no to the things of this world, we are making a statement of faith. We are declaring that we trust God’s plan for our lives and believe that His ways are better than the fleeting pleasures of sin. This act of obedience is not without reward. God honors those who choose to follow Him over the desires of the flesh. If you ever feel like you’re missing out by not indulging in worldly desires, remember that God’s blessings are eternal and far more satisfying than any temporary pleasure. Trust that He will honor your obedience and self-control. Your decision to say no to the things of this world is a testimony to your faith and commitment to God. Reflect on the areas in your life where you are tempted to give in to worldly passions. Ask God for the strength to say no and for the assurance that His blessings are worth the wait. Remember that every act of obedience brings you closer to Him and aligns you with His perfect will. God will bless you for saying no to the things of this world. Your faithfulness and self-discipline will not go unnoticed. Trust in His promises and look forward to the greater rewards that come from living a life that honors Him. Embrace the peace and joy that come from knowing you are walking in His ways, and let your life be a testament to the incredible blessings that come from saying no to the world and yes to God.

I will go first as an example: Hey ladies, I just moved to San Antonio, TX from Pennsylvania, with my husband, Donny, and two children Daxton (4) and Kinsley (2). We are learning how to walk by faith, not by sight, literally. The Lord has been working in Donny's heart as he resigned from the federal government to pursue the entrepreneurial lifestyle of fitness coaching in faith full time. The Lord has been working on me, and called me home to my children after a 15 year career in education/school administration. Our song these days is Jireh, trusting that the good Lord will provide! Our previous church wrote our story on their blog if you want to hear more about the Mallin's faith journey: https://dutilhchurch.org/blog/ysmh-mallinfamily