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The household of God
By Pastor Shelem Flemons
Because of Christ, we are one brotherhood, one household, adopted into His great family.
Rom. 8:29 For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren.
1Cor. 15:23 But every man in his own order: Christ the firstfruits; afterward they that are Christ’s at his coming.
Heb. 2:11 For both he that sanctifieth and they who are sanctified are all of one: for which cause he is not ashamed to call them brethren,
Matt. 12:50 For whosoever shall do the will of my Father which is in heaven, the same is my brother, and sister, and mother.
1John 3:2 Beloved, now are we the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is.
Eph. 2:19 Now therefore ye are no more strangers and foreigners, but fellowcitizens with the saints, and of the household of God;
John 17:21 That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me.
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Because of Christ, we are one brotherhood, one household, adopted into His great family. The bible teaches that we are predestined to be part of the great family of Christ. We are his brethren and He is not ashamed to call us such. As we are part of Christ’s family, we will be unified as He and His Father are one.
Overview of Different Modalities
By Shelem Flemons, Doctor of Biblical Wellness
Hydrotherapy treatments include the following:
Baths & Showers
Baths and showers can be healthy and healing. A hot bath or shower can encourage relaxation, reduce stress, and flush out toxins. Adding essential oils or herbs to the bath can enhance the therapeutic benefits. Cold baths and showers can be energizing and stimulating. A rinse of cold water after a hot shower can invigorate, boost the immune system, and improve blood flow.
Hot Foot Bath
A hot foot bath is the immersion of both feet and ankles in hot water for 10 – 30 minutes. It is an excellent way to draw blood from inflamed or congested areas of the body. Indications for use are foot and leg cramps, sore throat, cold, flu, nausea, insomnia, and chest or pelvic congestion.
For more information, please go to complete hot foot bath procedure.
Heating Compress
The heating compress is an application of a cold compress to an area that is initially cooled by the water and then warmed by the influx of blood to the area. It is an effective therapy for sore throat, cold, flu, and sinus congestion when it is administered to the throat or feet. When the feet are treated, it is also known as warming socks or wet socks treatment.
For more information, please go to complete heating compress (warming socks) procedure.
Contraindications for Heating Compress
- Skin conditions irritated by moisture
- Weak persons with low vital force
Sitz Bath
A sitz bath is taken in just enough water to cover the buttocks, upper thighs, and lower abdomen. It is more labor intensive than other hydrotherapy treatments but it powerfully affects the pelvic and abdominal organs.
For more information, please go to complete sitz bath procedure.
Contraindications for Sitz Bath
- Peripheral vascular disease (arteriosclerosis, deep vein thrombosis, Buerger’s disease)
- Diabetes
- Loss of peripheral sensation
- Unconsciousness
Here is a link to the health communities website, source of this information:
http://www.healthcommunities.com/hydrotherapy/alternative-medicine/about-water-therapy.shtml
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John 14:15 If ye love me, keep my commandments.
“And if the Saviour of men, the Son of God, felt the need of prayer, how much more should feeble, sinful mortals feel the necessity of fervent, constant prayer. { SC 93.4}
” Our heavenly Father waits to bestow upon us the fullness of His blessing. It is our privilege to drink largely at the fountain of boundless love. What a wonder it is that we pray so little! God is ready and willing to hear the sincere prayer of the humblest of His children, and yet there is much manifest reluctance on our part to make known our wants to God. What can the angels of heaven think of poor helpless human beings, who are subject to temptation, when God’s heart of infinite love yearns toward them, ready to give them more than they can ask or think, and yet they pray so little and have so little faith? The angels love to bow before God; they love to be near Him. They regard communion with God as their highest joy; and yet the children of earth, who need so much the help that God only can give, seem satisfied to walk without the light of His Spirit, the companionship of His presence. { SC 94.1}
“The darkness of the evil one encloses those who neglect to pray. The whispered temptations of the enemy entice them to sin; and it is all because they do not make use of the privileges that God has given them in the divine appointment of prayer. Why should the sons and daughters of God be reluctant to pray, when prayer is the key in the hand of faith to unlock heaven’s storehouse, where are treasured the boundless resources of Omnipotence? Steps To Christ pp 93-95. Taken from the book, The Power of Prayer, p. 18.
testimonies and prayer requests
Caller 6485 gave testimony that she was thankful for another caller’s testimony regarding a background check prior to being hired. She then gave testimony regarding the sharing of the cleansing prayer study guide with a lady that God brought to her. She also gave testimony of how God miraculously brought her books for home schooling for both the teacher and student. She requested prayers for her family and children and for a country home.
Caller 7587 asked for prayers for several family members including his wife’s brother who is sick in rehab. Also pray for his daughter. He has an eye doctor’s appointment. There is a sister in Texas with bad leg. Also he asked prayer for his brother and his wife, who has callouses on her feet. He also asked prayer for the entire family.
Caller 3702 asked for prayer for a man with cancer. She also asked for prayer for a family that is going through a divorce and that the the court hearings will favor the innocent and that God will work everything for the family and children. She also asked prayers for herself and her children.
Please continue your prayers for the following:
The children and other family members of Lawanna Robbins, who passed away
Sister David for wisdom, knowledge, and understanding as she studies the Scriptures
Sister Rudder in her decisions
Sister Audrey during her Sabbatical rest
TORSOE to find property for a wellness campus
The physical, mental, and spiritual healing for those that are sick
An increase of finances to those who are in need
People to have homes
Children to be protected from the devil
Maryann who had bodily injuries due to a car accident
The sister scheduled for eye surgery in September
Unspoken Requests