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We can bless the U.S. through the faith-filled words of “God Bless America,” which, really, are a prayer:

As originally sung by Kate Smith…

While the storm clouds gather
far across the sea,
let us swear allegiance
to a land that’s free.

Let us all be grateful
for a land so fair,
as we raise our voices
in a solemn prayer:

God bless America,
land that I love.
Stand beside her and guide her,
through the night with a light from above.

From the mountains, to the prairies,
to the oceans white with foam.
My home, sweet home…
My home, sweet home!


…May this serve to remind you to pray over your own country, too, if you don’t reside in America. The Porch of the Lord Photo by Jeremy Schultz

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As a Christian believer, faith is “at work” for me,
even if I don’t immediately feel or see it to be.
After issuing a prayer that is heartfelt and fervent,
I can always count on faith to be my “faithful” servant.

Jesus spoke to the fig tree, then went on His way,
knowing that poor fig tree had seen its final day.
Likewise, as disciples, in “speaking to” matters at hand,
we can expect things to respond to our authority and command.

So, when doubt tries to discredit the promises God has said,
remember that your active faith is “at work” instead.
Faith is our servant, the invisible working force;
and the finisher of it is Christ, its author and source.


“…and immediately Jesus stretched out His hand and caught him, ‘O you of little faith, why did you doubt?'” Matthew 14:31 NKJV

“…looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith….”
from Hebrews 12:2 NKJV

“For whatever is born of God overcomes the world. And this is the victory that overcomes the world–our faith.” 1 John 5:4 
I invite you to permit Me…to be your Good Shepherd,
I’ve seen your sometimes unsuccessful tries.
I know and see ahead the highest and best pathways
In answer to every one of My children’s cries.

When lives draw to a close, I’m surely there–
And the Way to enter heaven’s gate, for you, I’ll be.
But don’t simply think that is all that I have to give,
For your welfare here and now means so much to Me.

Just as an earthly parent wants to see that all goes well
For their beloved children as they learn and grow,
So I desire that to an even greater extent for you;
Therefore, look to Me for the goodness…

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Psalm 27:13-14
 Thank You, Lord, for my answer to prayer–
Your faithfulness to Your Word, and to me.
I believe I received when I prayed,
so that proof, I’m expectant to see.


“For assuredly, I say to you, whoever says to this mountain, ‘Be removed and be cast into the sea,’ and does not doubt in his heart, but believes that those things he says will be done, he will have whatsoever he says. Therefore I say to you, whatever things you ask when you pray, believe that you receive them, and you will have them.” Words of Jesus in Mark 11:23-24 
Supporting financially or serving in various Christian outreaches in our world are important ways of acting as good Samaritans of today. Some things are occurring in hard to reach areas or situations, and we may not all be able to physically go to areas where aid is needed, so may this serve to remind that earnest prayer is a powerful and vital way of being a good Samaritan, too.

Jesus told the story of a man left half dead,
Having fallen among thieves, who stripped and beat him, Jesus said.
There was no one to help the man until a priest came by;
But he saw him and continued on, not caring if the man would die.
After that, another, called a Levite, came upon the site,
But he, too, hurried on, with no regard to this man’s plight.
Then came a certain Samaritan, who, despite his journey’s goal,

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“The horse is prepared against the day of battle; but safety is of the Lord.” Proverbs 21:31

an excerpt from “The Power of Jesus’ Blood” February, 2017

Surely, the blood of Jesus “applied” today protects against adverse things;
and every Christian can claim that blood covering for the safety and security it brings.

See also archived messages:

“God’s All-Encompassing Grace” June, 2014

“A Psalm of Security” February, 2015

“Under His Wings” May, 2017 (Consider the size of our God!)

“An Ark So Strong” February, 2015

“Heritage of Protection” July, 2017 Conservatory Photo by Porch of the Lord

Precious memories are truly a beautiful thing,
But it’s the presence of a loved one that makes us sing.
I keep that in mind when I think of the Lord–
In seeking His presence, I’ll be renewed and restored.

It’s time spent with Him, sharing my love with Jesus,
That touches His heart, too, and greatly pleases.
He surely loves those who think upon His name,
And of the things He has done in Bible-event fame–

But personal time with Him daily and meditating on His Word
Are the things that will make me live fully assured.
Then it becomes easy to follow where He leads,
With that overflow of mutual love to meet God-seen needs.


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