Compelled

Encouragement, Ministry, Prayer 1 Minute

Take time to listen attentively to God (Col 1:1,2). #ListenToGod #Compelled-Devoted https://www.bible.com/116/col.1.1-2.nlt

MORNING WATCH NOTES

I have been in many jails and prisons in my ministry from God. But only as a minister, not as an inmate. Paul writes as an inmate. He writes to believers in Colosse from a prison cell in Rome (likely under house arrest, probably chained to a soldier). Young Timothy is there to assist (perhaps he lived in the house).

I have known and do currently know inmates and former inmates who have trusted Jesus as Savior. These men and women write inspiring letters from prison. They have had much time to focus long and hard on God‘s word. They often write lofty thoughts and phrases. So Paul writes soaring lofty thoughts. He is inspired by his Old Testament learning, his apostolic calling from God and under the direction of the Holy Spirit,.

I’ve been a soldier in war. I’ve been a minister in jails and prisons. Now, as a long tenured prayer sentry, I am ever more compelled in my “watch” hours to listen to God. I am compelled as a believer to pray, write and witness. Oh how I thank God for the place to which he has brought me in my life with him.

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Published by Roger W Hollar

I’m just a guy who loves God, loves his family, loves his country - the USA and wants to make a difference.

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  1. ********************************************************************** This is a personal email to you and Dianne,

    I am praising God, Christ Jesus is the only means of redemption. Forgiveness comes through Christ to all who put their faith in Him to redeem them.

    Bro Roger and Dianne, Late last night, I received a phone call from Jonathan my brother. There is a man who attends Grace New Life Fellowship (the church my Dad started) came by and gave Jonathan a ride to church. The church was overjoyed to have Jonathan come. Jonathan said Dad was so happy that he was there. He was asked to get up and share, Jonathan felt welcomed. I feel so blessed that he was received and wanted at Grace New Life by everyone. They had a big dinner after the service and Jonathan really enjoyed his meal.

    I look forward to meeting this new friend of Jonathan next Sunday. I am praising Jesus. He is going to be giving Jonathan rides to church. They are going to start having Bible studies together during the week. God is so wonderful!

    Then last night Jonathan walked across Park Lane to a Church of God for Sunday night service and he knew some of the people that attend that church and he was received with love. One person who knew him asked him to do some work on her house. Jonathan had to call me and share all the wonderful news. My heart is overjoyed!!!

    Back in 2019 Jonathan drew 2 pictures and mailed them to me. One picture he drew was for me to keep was Paul and Silas in chains in prison. The other picture was of himself in his prison cell. He wanted me to frame this picture and give it to him next time I see him.

    This week I asked Jonathan why he wanted the picture of him in his cell framed. He told me that the picture he drew of Paul was for me to keep; and the one of him he wants to hang in the house to remind himself that he doesn’t want to ever go back to prison again. Thank you for all of your love and prayers over the years. And thank you for always welcoming and receiving us at Glenview and Mercy Heart.

    God bless you, Deanne

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  2. ************Thank you for answering God’s call to minister

    Thank you for your service as a soldier in war. America is the land of the free and the home of the brave. Bro Roger thank you for your service to our country.

    Thank you for answering God’s call: * To minister in jails and prisons. * To minister to inmates and write letters. * To minister at Glenview Church. * To minister at Mercy Heart. * To minister to broken families of inmates. * To minister to children at Mercy Heart and Glenview. * To minister bringing Mercy Heart to many other churches. * To minister as a prayer sentry.

    I remember when we arrived at Glenview, I shared a prophetic word with you and the leadership at Glenview. God had showed me that in the days ahead that it’s going to get harder and harder for the families of inmates to find a church home.

    Thank you, Bro Roger for answering God’s call. Always remember that you and Dianne are so loved and appreciated by so many. We love and appreciate you and Dianne.

    Thank you, Deanne

    Also I thank Sandy for her ministry, many lives received the love of Jesus and they will always remember the love that they were shown.

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  3. And He will say, “Well done, good and faithful servant”. Roger, you are such a great minister to all and a great friend. Thanks for all you have done and continue to do in your writings and continued service to our Lord.

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