PRAYER REQUESTS: JUNE 04, 2019

These are prayer requests from inside members of Celebration Fellowship CRC. Please pray for the following requests:

  1. For strength to stay focused; that I will get the medical help I need.
  2. That my family will accept Jesus into their lives.
  3. That my aunt and her family will be able to manage after the recent death of my uncle; may they have peace and grow closer to the Lord during this difficult time.
  4. That I will be able to plant the seed of the gospel in my friend’s life.
  5. That I will have the intelligence and stamina to complete my programs; for all those that I will be leaving behind when I get transferred.
  6. That God will remove my hateful heart.
  7. For God to bless me and others to live in true peace and love.
  8. For all the victims of the recent storm and flooding all across the nation; that unbelievers may find God’s goodwill during tough times.
  9. That I will stay focused on Jesus when I get out.
  10. That Satan will stop trying to tempt me; that my appeal for a new trial will be approved; that God will heal all of my mom’s health problems; that my health problems will finally get addressed; for all the administration and staff at this and all facilities to see us as children of God that strayed from the path.
  11. That I will be granted a new trial and be resentenced once the truth is revealed.
  12. That I continue to stay in the right mindset; for patience, strength and wisdom for me and my family.
  13. That God continues to lift up CF CRC and all its members and volunteers; that all of our family and friends will continue to support us.
  14. That my lawyer will be able to get the truth out so that I can return home to my family.
  15. That I will be forgiven for all my past wrongs and sins; that I will receive wisdom and strength to stay in the word.
  16. That my friend Kara will be healed from colon cancer.
  17. That my brother will not be convicted of a crime he didn’t commit, but if he did, that it will be dealt with in a fair manner.
  18. For faith, wisdom, knowledge, love, patience, courage and determination.
  19. That God will replace the hate and anger in my friend and replace it with love.
  20. That all the bad gossip about me will go away; give me a good spirit and allow me to be released and return home to my family; for all Christian churches around the world; that there would world peace.
  21. That the prosecutor will choose not to contest my appeal.
  22. For Devine prosperity and health for my kids and family.
  23. That my vision will become clear so that I can do the work of the Lord; that I will get a clear understanding of the Lord.
  24. That my behavior will start to improve so that I stop getting locked up; that I will be able to get the programs that I need or be able to take them once I am released; for blessings over my dad, grandma and Todd.

Please take a few minutes to pray over each of these prayer requests. Our inside members truly appreciate your prayers, love, and support. God Bless…… JSH

PRAYER REQUESTS: MAY 28, 2019

These are prayer requests from inside members of Celebration Fellowship CRC. Please pray for the following requests:

  1. That my family will finally accept Jesus as their lord and savior.
  2. For God’s continued goodness in my life.
  3. That Lee will find health and financial assistance; that my uncle Pat will be able to focus his time and energy on the people at church.
  4. For the Christian church and all Christians around the world; for my family and their everyday struggles; help to guide me on my journey with the Lord.
  5. That my appeal will go well, and that the truth will finally be made clear; that the Lord will bless all those in need.
  6. For all those who have served and died for our country; for all of our loved ones to find love and forgiveness in their hearts; that my family and friends will blessings from God.
  7. That God will heal my father; that I may grow up and mature and learn from my past.
  8. For all of the leadership team, volunteers, pastor and members of CF CRC.
  9. That I will finally be able to have a relationship with my daughter; that her mom will find Jesus, have compassion and forgive me.
  10. That my dad will be healed from the pain that he is having; that my wife will find mental, financial and emotional support from those around her to help relieve the stress and pressure she’s feeling.
  11. That my wife’s depression will improve; that my two daughters will be able to be reconciled and spend time together; that all their hearts will be healed.
  12. That my friend Ember will get out and be able to stay out of trouble; for blessing on her and her family.
  13. That God will shower down on me and grant me my appeal in my case.
  14. For my family; that my appeal will finally be heard; for all those seeking the Lord; for safety and patience while I’m on the inside.
  15. For all of my loved ones; that I will get a job and be able to have financial independence while I’m here and once I’m released; that I will be able to complete my parole; for wisdom, favor, peace, happiness, joy and good health; that my dads hearing will be restored; that my Bunkie will stop being so selfish.
  16. For all those who are suffering with cancer; for all of the homeless and less fortunate; that me and my family will be blessed and watched over.
  17. That my relationship with my children will grow stronger; that I continue to grow stronger and stay safe in this environment.
  18. For strength as I am getting transferred to a new facility so that I can complete CPI and be released; for all the brothers that I am leaving behind to stay focused on the Lord.
  19. That I will have a smooth transition to outside when I released this summer.
  20. That my friend will find strength and peace as she burns her husband on Thursday.
  21. That we will all be strong in the word and stay focused on God; that we will be free from hate; that we love one anther and live in peace.
  22. That my friend Samantha, who is 24-weeks pregnant, will be able to recover from the severe virus that she has and that it will not affect the baby.
  23. That my transition back into the world will go smoothly.
  24. That good things will come my way; that I will see my parents soon as I haven’t seen them in over two months.
  25. That my great grandma will recover after falling out of bed in the hospital.
  26. For all of the people who went to segregation over the past couple of days; that my children, who are in foster care in Kansas, will be reunited soon.
  27. PRAISE REPORT: God is Good.

Please take a few minutes to pray over each of these prayer requests. Our inside members truly appreciate your prayers, love, and support. God Bless……       JSH

PRAYER REQUESTS: MAY 21, 2019

These are prayer requests from inside members of Celebration Fellowship CRC. Please pray for the following requests:

  1. That God will strengthen me in all things; that my grandma’s health will improve; that God will bless my wife and son.
  2. For all those who are sick, suffering and homeless; that I would be kept safe while I’m incarcerated.
  3. That my nephew, niece and friend Kay will find true joy; that my new Bunkie and I will room well together and that he can be trusted.
  4. That everyone being released will stay strong in the faith.
  5. That my friends will stay close to me through this journey; that I will find new opportunities to grow stronger in my faith.
  6. That I will be blessed with a job; that God will bring peace into my life.
  7. That I will be released soon to return home to my family.
  8. That I will be released to go to boot camp and get the programs I need to be released.
  9. For blessings on all the new members who have been baptized; that my upcoming hearing will go well; that I will receive God’s forgiveness and have a strong walk in the faith of God.
  10. That my family will be watched over and blessed; that God will unlock doors in my life so I can be reunited with my family; for all the Christians around the world to spread gods word.
  11. That I will be able to use the knowledge I have gained in my programs to better myself on the outside.
  12. That the pastor will continue to lead us and grow the church and its members.
  13. That those whose are sick will receive health and wellness; that God will guide me in all things; for strength to fight off temptation; that my grandma will grow stronger.
  14. That God will watch over all those I care about in here; that I will find more Christian friends.
  15. That I will be able to spread the gospel to those around me and be well received.
  16. For a closer walk with the Lord and to follow his word on a daily basis, not just when it fits into my life.
  17. That God will watch over and protect my family and friends from the temptations of the outside world.
  18. That my sister will fill out the visitor application and come and see me.
  19. That I will be reconciled with my family.
  20. That my health will be restored.
  21. For the congregation of CF CRC to stay strong and grow in God’s word; for all the mothers who have lost a child.
  22. That when I am released, I will be able to work with my siblings; for my family, my daughter and her children and all my friends to be filled with God’s love.
  23. That pastor Bob and his wife, all the volunteers and the chaplain will be filled with God’s word and grow this congregation.
  24. That my sister will complete rehab; that I will be able to complete the Electrical Skill trade program and get my certificate.
  25. That I will grow closer to God.
  26. For a renewed heart and mind.
  27. That my friend will be healed from his cancer.
  28. That my court hearing will go good with my kids.
  29. For continued strength as I deal with struggles in my life; for protection over my family; that my enemies will be cover with Jesus’ blood and believe.
  30. For all those who are struggling in the world.
  31. That everyone who has been released will stay strong in their faith and continue to live by the word.
  32. That my parole placement will be approved.

Please take a few minutes to pray over each of these prayer requests. Our inside members truly appreciate your prayers, love, and support. God Bless……       JSH

PRAYER REQUESTS: MAY 14, 2019

These are prayer requests from inside members of Celebration Fellowship CRC. Please pray for the following requests:

  1. That I will be able to resolve my financial issues; for my girlfriend and I to be able to heal our relationship; that my mom and sister will not give up on me; for me to be waived to Level 2 so that I can get the programming I need to be able to return home with a parole.
  2. That more will find God’s faith.
  3. That I will be transferred to Level 2 soon; for my family and friends on the outside to be held High and blessed.
  4. For my daughter to be blessed in every way; that my appeal will move forward in a positive direction.
  5. For a renewed relationship with my kids; that I will remain patient and strong ion the appeals process.
  6. That God will heal my grandmother who was recently diagnosed with cancer; for my nephew to think about his bad choices and be able to rectify his legal issues.
  7. That I will be directed in the right way for where I should parole to.
  8. That my friends’ heart will be opened and that he will find God.
  9. That the church will continue to be strong and grow and that we all keep on the path and put God first.
  10. For God’s peace in his church; for Ryan and John who are battling cancer.
  11. That I will have a divine breakthrough and really focus on my faith and my life.
  12. For my uncle Rex who was admitted to Hospice this week; that I will get along with my plot partners in the garden.
  13. For all the staff and administration to be protected and enlightened by God; that they can look past the inmate and see the person; that we would ask for forgiveness and run away from sin.
  14. For my friend Tina who just found a lump in her lymph glands; that it will be easily cured.
  15. That my friend’s grandmother will get out of jail soon.
  16. For my church, my loved ones, my family and friends to be blessed and protected; for all those who are struggling financially.
  17. That I will receive good news about my parole; if its not what I want, that I will still know God is good.
  18. For restoration of my family; that I will succeed when I am released on May 29.
  19. That Tim will do well in the new facility that he was transferred to.
  20.  That my two friends will be able to rectify their differences and stop back stabbing each other.
  21. That the Holy Spirit will be over my home; that I can be a blessing to all those around me.
  22. That I will have the courage to reach out to the lost; that God’s mercy and kindness will shine through me; that I will eliminate my pride and be happy.

Please take a few minutes to pray over each of these prayer requests. Our inside members truly appreciate your prayers, love, and support. God Bless……

JSH

PRAYER REQUESTS: MAY 07, 2019

These are prayer requests from inside members of Celebration Fellowship CRC. Please pray for the following requests:

  1. That my wife and kids will be reunited with me.
  2. For faith, wisdom, knowledge, courage, joy, love, happiness, peace, patience and freedom. That my family will be blessed in every way; that God will always be at my side.
  3. That the gossip and pettiness will stop; that I will keep my eyes on God.
  4. That my family will finally accept Jesus Christ as their lord and savior.
  5. For my daughter to find a job.
  6. For all those around me that are non-believers; that my family and friends will share in my walk with Jesus.
  7. For all of my victims to find healing and peace in their lives.
  8. For God to always be my leader.
  9. That my wife will be able to beat her alcohol addiction; that she will accept God as her savior; that her and her mom can reconcile; that God will fill my daughters lives with love.
  10. That I will be moved to a Level 1 facility; that God’s peace will always fill my life; that I will make it to my ERD in May 2020 with no issues; that I will get into the programs that I need to be released home on time.
  11. That God will deliver my sister from her addictions; that I will be able to teach her and uplift her; for all the Christians around the world.
  12. For God’s healing in all my broken relationships.
  13. That my family will stop making risky choices; for God’s protection on all those who are in danger.
  14. That my friend’s dad will have a successful surgery on Friday; that he will find peace with the outcome.
  15. That God and others will forgive my faults, lies and anger; that I will stay strong and be set free.
  16. That the Good Time Bill will finally pass and become law.
  17. For world peace; for all the violence and hatred to stop; that all those lost souls will accept Jesus as their savior.
  18. That my wife will continue to move forward and live a happy life; that I will continue to build a strong relationship with God.
  19. PRAISE REPORT: Thank you God for everything you do for me in my life. You continue to bless me, my family and friends and continue to help me become a better man on the inside.

Please take a few minutes to pray over each of these prayer requests. Our inside members truly appreciate your prayers, love, and support. God Bless……

JSH

PRAYER REQUESTS: APRIL 30, 2019

These are prayer requests from inside members of Celebration Fellowship CRC. Please pray for the following requests:

  1. That my family will come together as one.
  2. That I continually move forward in my walk with God; that I continue to grow in the word so that I can spread his good news to those around me.
  3. That I will have a positive parole hearing in July as I am a juvenile lifer and have been in for 36-years; that I will get a second chance at a life on the outside.
  4. That my family will accept Jesus as their savior.
  5. That my mom will finally be healed from her A-Fib heart issues; that my daughter will get her priorities straight and that she will finally visit me.
  6. For all Christians around the world; that we will spread God’s word to those who are not saved.
  7. That I will be able to stay focused on Jesus once I am released.
  8. That I will stay strong in God’s word; that my wife and family will be blessed.
  9. That my sister will be able to help her husband recover and stay away from alcohol; for God to heal their relationship.
  10. That I will stay away from sin and temptation.
  11. That my family will be lifted up and watched over.
  12. That my moms’ friends’ baby will be able to have successful therapy to heal her heart murmur and jaundice.
  13. That I will continue to have amazing opportunities and blessings from the lord.
  14. That all the brothers at IBC would dwell in unity; that I will have patience and a steady vision forward.
  15. That God will heal all those who are suffering from any type of illness or sickness; that we will all be able to overcome our trials and tribulations.
  16. For world peace; that the church will continue to grow; for my family and friends to be blessed.
  17. That my daughters’ moms will learn to get along and allow my daughters to see each other; for healing of the pain and suffering that that this is causing my daughters; for peace between our two families.

Please take a few minutes to pray over each of these prayer requests. Our inside members truly appreciate your prayers, love, and support. God Bless……

JSH

PRAYER REQUESTS: MARCH 26, 2019

These are prayer requests from inside members of Celebration Fellowship CRC. Please pray for the following requests:

  1. That God will restore my marriage.
  2. For peace on earth; for good jobs to become available for those who are looking to work.
  3. For my health and safety; that my family will accept Jesus as there savior.
  4. That Timmy will stay close to Christ no matter where he may be.
  5. That I will get my group work done on time.
  6. For all of the relationships that God provides to me.
  7. For spiritual growth for the inside and outside members of CF CRC.
  8. That God will but good friends around and strong Christian around my friend Tim.
  9. That my niece will stop being out of control and abusing here relationships; that my sister will have the patients and will to help her daughter see her wicked and evil ways.
  10. That my daughter will reconnect with me and my mom and stop listening to others in her life that are leading her astray.
  11. For my appeal, poor attitude and all of my medical problems to be corrected and healed.
  12. For my loved ones and all those in need; for faith, wisdom, courage, knowledge and strength.
  13. That the Lord will continue to give me breath.
  14. For love, peace, strength, guidance, knowledge and understanding.
  15. That my family will healed and start to recover; I have lost so many family members in the recent past.
  16. That my anger, resentment and depression will be healed; that I will be able to battle through my daily struggles.
  17. That I will be able to receive forgiveness from all of those that I have hurt in the past; for peace and wisdom in my life.
  18. For peace on earth, now and forever.
  19. That my stepdad will be healed from his pneumonia; that my brother will let go of some of stress and start working less hours.
  20. That I will be forgiven for all of the wrongs that I have committed; that my loved ones will find it in their hearts to forgive me; that my family and loved ones will be blessed and watched over.

Please take a few minutes to pray over each of these prayer requests. Our inside members truly appreciate your prayers, love, and support. God Bless……

JSH

PRAYER REQUESTS: MARCH 19, 2019

These are prayer requests from inside members of Celebration Fellowship CRC. Please pray for the following requests:

  1. That God will bless all of the unemployed with a new job.
  2. That my family and children will recover from there recent illness.
  3. For guidance in my sobriety; that I will be able to overcome; that I will get through the dark moments I encounter.
  4. That I will be blessed financially so that I can pay off my court fines.
  5. For faith, wisdom, knowledge, courage, love, joy, happiness, peace and patience; for all of my loved ones.
  6. That God will lead me where he wants my life to go; that I will be content, no matter what.
  7. That I will live the rest of my life in a happy, joyful and peaceful manner.
  8. For Pastor Bob and his family who recently lost a loved one.
  9. That my friend will recover from surgery last week.
  10. That I will receive a date for a parole hearing.
  11. That I will be mentally prepared to return to the outside this summer.
  12. That my fellow brothers will finally tear down the walls that keep them from loving others and themselves; that they will finally come to God and live by his word.
  13. Family, unity, peace, love, faith, guidance, wisdom, knowledge and understanding.
  14. For a movement of God’s love on this compound.
  15. For blessings on all of the men at this facility and all institutions around this country and the world.
  16. That the brothers will step up and take leadership roles to help make this a better place.
  17. That my family will accept Jesus as their Lord and savior.
  18. That the homeless will find shelter; for all those fighting any type of addiction.
  19. That I will have the opportunity to serve others while I’m on the inside.
  20. For all those who attend CF CRC to follow the Lord and study his word daily.
  21. For my daughter and all of my loved ones to be blessed in every way.
  22. That my grandma will start to feel better; that God will heal all those in need.
  23. For spiritual leadership within me; that I will be prepared to bring the light to others in the world; that my court date will go well.
  24. That all of those on the compound will live in harmony.
  25. That I will receive wisdom and be surrounded by godly people; that the compound will calm down and become safer.
  26. That my daughter will recover quickly from two recent surgeries; that my family will deal with all of the stresses of the outside world.
  27. That the community will all of us a second chance once we are released.
  28. That I will get a second chance to live in the free world; that my wife and family will be blessed.
  29. For peace and comfort for my friend who recently lost his mother.
  30. For daily sanity.
  31. That God will watch over my family; that I will receive understanding.
  32. That I will commit more time to my study of the word.
  33. For my brother who is starting to drift away from the Lord; help him to get through the darkness.
  34. For spiritual leadership within me; for protection over my family and friends.
  35. PRAISE REPORT: For all of the blessings I receive on a daily basis.

Please take a few minutes to pray over each of these prayer requests. Our inside members truly appreciate your prayers, love, and support. God Bless……

JSH

PRAYER REQUESTS: MARCH 12, 2019

These are prayer requests from inside members of Celebration Fellowship CRC. Please pray for the following requests:

  1. That I receive wisdom, knowledge and courage.
  2. That I will find the strength to deal with the overly aggressive people that keep popping up in my life; that I will hold my tongue and not lose my temper when I am confronted by evil.
  3. For peace, love, humanity, guidance, strength, knowledge, wisdom and understanding for all Christians around the world to show and spread God’s word.
  4. For all of the visitors that come to IBC to visit fellow brothers; that my wife and I will have strong relationship; that I will soon receive my freedom; that God will watch over and bless my brother and his kids; for protection over my mom and my entire family; that I will become the man that God has formed me to be.
  5. That I will find strength and be reinforced with his mighty power.
  6. For more love in the world; that others will see God’s light and accept Jesus as their lord and savior; for all good health and rapid healing of my nephew who was recently released from the hospital.
  7. For my wife and all her needs while I am on the inside.
  8. That my family will finally accept Jesus as their savior.
  9. For my wife to let my children attend church on a regular basis.
  10. That my family will have a safe trip to South Dakota.
  11. For world peace and harmony.
  12. That we will all give God all the glory he deserves and demands.
  13. For healing and good health for my mom.
  14. For my friend Tommy whose niece is in an abusive relationship.
  15. For continued growth of the Christian church here and around the world.
  16. That the brothers on this compound will have strength, forgiveness, peace, love and unity; that my health will continue to improve; that I will do good at my new job; that I will be delivered from the bad situation that I got caught up in last week.
  17. PRAISE REPORT: for all the blessings that I receive on a daily basis.

Please take a few minutes to pray over each of these prayer requests. Our inside members truly appreciate your prayers, love, and support. God Bless……

JSH

PRAYER REQUESTS: FEBRUARY 19, 2019

These are prayer requests from inside members of Celebration Fellowship CRC. Please pray for the following requests:

  1. That brother Matt is freed from the situation with the guys in his unit; that he will be able to over come his sinful desires.
  2. That I will receive a devine miracle and get an early release.
  3. That my friend Greg and his wife will get positive results and that it will not be cancer.
  4. That my daughters needs and wants will be fulfilled; that they will be able to handle anything that is thrust upon them.
  5. For love, peace, family, knowledge and understanding.
  6. That my family will get better.
  7. For my mothers continued health improvements; for all of the help that she is receiving; that my dad has finally found a job.
  8. For blessings over me and my loved ones; that we will have strength. Honor, glory, praise and love for all those around us.
  9. That I will let go of all my grudges.
  10. That God will watch over my entire family.
  11. That the US will come together and support our president and the entire government.
  12. For my family, wisdom, knowledge, courage, strength, love, joy, happiness and patience in my everyday life.
  13. That I will be placed in the programs that I need so that I can return home.
  14. That Anthony will be lead to the positive people he needs as he being released soon.
  15. That I will get the housing that I need so that I can be released on time.
  16. That God will watch over my loved ones and enemies alike.
  17. For my family to accept Jesus as their savior; for blessings and protection over my parents and family.
  18. That the Lord will heal broken relationships and open doors for growth, understanding and forgiveness; for healing of the broken hearted; that I will be drawn closer to God.
  19. That my grandmother will have good health and a strong mind.
  20. That my 12 year old son will stop having seizures and that he will be healed from whatever is causing them.
  21. That my little sister will be able to beat her addiction; that brother Lacey will once again receive his freedom.
  22. That God will keep me strong and focused; that I will be able to overcome my temptations; that my wife and children will be blessed and watched over in my absence.
  23. That I will be a success when I am released.
  24. For God to give me a kind and loving heart.
  25. That my daughter will be able to get the knee surgery that she need; for blessings on the Smith family.
  26. That God will bless my marriage and keep us away from divorce; that God will take away my stress and hurt; that I will be able to rebuild relationships and try to right my wrongs.
  27. That my friend Chris’ vision problems will be healed.
  28. That I will aspire to be a great and faithful Christian.
  29. For all of those who don’t know Jesus as their lord and savior.
  30. PRAISE REPORT: thank you for the freedom I have on the inside. Thank you for my wife and kids that are awaiting my return home. I have been blessed with weekly visits from my parents and family. I have been blessed in so many ways and I plan to live my life in a positive way spreading your word and being a strong family man.

Please take a few minutes to pray over each of these prayer requests. Our inside members truly appreciate your prayers, love, and support. God Bless……

JSH