Joe Prainito Audio Devotional

Disoriented in the Dark

Have you ever woke up in the middle of the night disoriented, unsure of where you are, and in some cases unsure of who you are. The other night I found my self waking up in a panic around 3:00 in the morning. The room was dark, but that didn’t stop me from getting up, and frantically looking throughout my home for my baby whom I thought was lost somewhere in the house. I had to look at the Clock and convince myself that it was late and the baby was asleep, but while lurking through the halls of my dark house my foot caught the corner of the couch and OUCH!!!  Jeez, first I'm disoriented, and then in pain, this night is turning out just great. Finally I turned on the light, and realized, the toys had been put away, the house was quiet, and my family was safely asleep.

you know, there are times when we're lurking around in life with feelings of disorientation, unsure of where we are, who we are, and even where we're going. And just when we think we've got it all figured out, life throws us some blows knocking us to the ground, which leaves us wondering...Why? Listen we need to stop assuming that we've got it all figured out, and allow the light of Jesus to shine on our life.

Proverbs 3:5 says:   Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths.

So listen if you've found yourself to be disoriented in life, rely on the Lord, allow Him to direct your steps, and not only will you avoid a nasty fall, but God will lead you blessing on earth, and ultimately to an eternal life.

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Lost in the Desert

Have you ever found yourself lost? A few years back I was driving from Ohio to California, and somehow I became lost in the middle of the desert. There were no signs, and no rest stops, and when the four lane Highway I was on became a two lane highway, I became a little frantic. But the majority of my fear came when this paved road turned into an all dirt road, this is when I knew I was lost.

I noticed that the tumble weeds appeared much bigger, the Joshua trees and cactus appeared to be laughing at me, and the gas tank needle; yep I was nearing the last of my fuel reserve. I thought my journey had ended, I began curling myself into the fetal position so I could cry, But Thankfully that was unnecessary. A few minutes later I ran into a fellow who was able guide my way out of the desert, and why? Because he knew the area, he knew the terrain, he knew something I didn’t know; how to get back on track.

You know sometimes  life may feel like we have wondered into an uncharted desert terrain of life, we can easily feel lost at times, unsure of what to do in life; so where do we turn when the road is narrowing? Scripture says in the book of James 1:5 if any man lacks wisdom let him ask of God, who gives openly. That’s right, if you’ve found yourself to be wondering the desert, hopeless, and aimless, call on the lord who has the wisdom to help you find hope, and life again; and why? Because like my friend in the desert, God knows the area of your life, he knows where you are, and He know how to get you back on track; ultimately God wants you to find your way home.

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The Diaper Goo Parade

Have you ever changed a dirty diaper, and finding yourself amazed with the results, decided to parade the diaper for all to see? I know it sounds kind of disgusting doesn't it; it's not usually something that we think about doing, but then again; never say never. The other day I found myself amazed with my findings while changing my baby's diaper. I know what you're thinking; "Come on Joe, grow up, change the diaper and move on! Don't parade it for the household to see!". But with that said, let me say that many people today parade dirty diapers, and don't even know it; let me explain. Scripture says in the book of Isaiah that all of our righteousness is as filthy rags. Yet I've seen plenty of Christians Parading the streets with their heads held high, claiming to be the greatest Christian with all of the greatest deeds. Truth is, their Parading that dirty diaper, when their in need of a cleaning. If this sounds like you, then I encourage you to stop boasting in yourself and in your great deeds, and rather do as Paul did; Boast in the Lord and in His Righteousness.  Visit www.joeprainito.com for more audio/video Podcast Devotionals. And order my book titled "Living and Dying Without Regret" for $12.99  http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll291/joeprainito/BookCoverLivingAndDyingforGreg.gif

Trick or Treat

Beware of the gouls, and the freaks that run the neighborhood one night out of the year. They'll terrorize your animals, ruin your grass, and their out to get one thing; and that one thing is in your house. Lock the doors, and turn out the lights, maybe they'll go away. Thats right, Trick of treaters are on their way. We all make the mad dash to the store to give away the best candy that will impress the kids on the block, in hopes that we wont be the home known as the "crapy candy" home. But have we neglected the ones sent to our home all year long? Scripture says that GOd brings people our way, that we may be a blessing to. And though we dont want to be known to the neighborhood as someone who gives away the cheap candy, is heaven watching as we poorly distribute the Love of God? I encourage you to give away the best of what God's given you. And im sure that you'll be known as the home on the block who gives away the everlasting, most satisfying sweetness of the love of Christ. Visit www.joeprainito.com for more devotionals, and to order my book titles "Living and Dying Without Regret". God Bless you all on this endevor to Live Strong for Jesus Christ.

Stinky Feet

Have you ever had a long day, then got home, removed your shoes, and noticed that you've chased your family away and left the pet's to pass out? The look and smell of our feet can tell alot about what we've been doing throughout the day. Unfortunately, if the smell is to much to bear, no one will stick around to listen to your daily report. Romans 10:15 states that the feet of those who bring the good news of the Gospel have beautiful feet. So my question, How many people truly have beutiful feet according to the scriptural definition? Are you carrying the Good news of what Jesus has done for you daily? I encourage you, at the end of the day go home, call the family together to take a good smell of your feet, if you've chased them away maybe you should re-examine where your feet have been. I know that's foolish. But examine your steps just the same, and bring the Love of Jesus to the world so that you can be assured that your feet are not only beautiful, but odor free. Visit www.joeprainito.com for more audio and video Podcasts, and order my new book titled "Living and Dying Without Regret" for only $12.99

Keep Knocking

Luke 11:9 tells us that there is great reward when we are persistant in our prayer's. The scripture likens our prayers to a persistant person knocking on the door of his neighbor. This person will not leave untill their friend opens the door. Well, a few weeks, someone was knocking on my homes door at about 10:30pm, and just would not leave untill, someone opened the door. The only problem was that I wasnt home at the time, so of course this left my wife and kids a little scared. I rolled into the driveway just in time to meet this man and let him know that he was in the wrong place; still I was facinated with this mans persistance in continuously knocking and ringing the doorbell. Scripture tells us that we should be as persistant in our prayers. I encourage you to keep on knocking on the door of the Lord, and not only will he open the door, but you will have fellowship with the God of the universe. Visit My website www.joeprainito.com and order my new book titled "Living and Dying Without Regret"

Genuine Faith Video Podcast

I posted a podcast a few months ago titled "Genuine trials reveals Genuine faith" this video podcast is a blurb from a sermon taught in Riverside, Ca based on that same topic; and trust me, I'm a corn ball at times, just watch and see. Going thru the trials of this life can be most difficult. But there is purpose. 1 Peter 1:7 says that within the trials of this life our genuine faith will be revealed. that is when the fake facade of our faith is peeled away, and the only thing that is left is that which is true. Genuine trials, will reveal Genuine faith, which will in turn reveal a truly Genuine Life Visit our website www.joeprainito.com for more information on Joe Prainito. Buy his new book titled “Living and Dying Without Regret” for $12.99

Watching Scary Movies

Do you enjoy watching a scary movie? You grab your popcorn, and sit at the edge of your seat ready to scream, while throwing the popcorn bucket into the air; drowning your friends in buttery delight. However when you get home, the reality of life has found you full of fear; can I pay my Bills, will I get that job, and can I stay healthy? Fear can easily find itself invading our life. But wait a minute; I thought you liked fear. Listen up; we need to be careful what we choose to watch. If you dont want fear in your life, stop breeding fear in your spirit; stop planting seeds of fear, and rather plant seeds of faith that your confidence would be Whole in Christ Jesus. visit www.joeprainito.com to order your copy of my new book "Living and Dying Without Regret", and hear more podcast's.

God's Answering Machine

As life can be so busy, it's easy to forget our time in prayer. So what should we do? Well in a day where intimate face to face relationship is non existant with email, telephone, and voicemail services, our mindset with prayer is quite similar. "If we feed God a message now and then, maybe he'll be happy". But listen, God wants that intimate relationship with us, Hebrews 4:16 says to come boldly to His throne, not leave a message. So I encourage you to spend more time in prayer, God may already know your needs, but the greatest need that God knows you and I need, is intimate time with Him.   Buy Joe Prainito"s new book titled "Living and Dying Without Regret" for $12.99 at www.joeprainito.com

Living and Dying Without Regret Book Promo

New book by pastor, author, and speaker Joe Prainito now available and on sale at www.joeprainito.com Will God say "Well done" if you haven't done well? Would He name you "Good and Faithful" if you weren't. Read "Living and Dying Without Regret" to read about real stories of people at the end of their lives and their stories of remorse and regret over the way that they've lived their life, as well as gather God's wisdom on how we can live and die without regret. God Bless you

Speeding Tickets

I remember one day driving on the freeway, enjoying my day, when I saw a Cop off to the side of the road waving me over. In all of my ignorance I thought "He needs Help,I should stop", but as I pulled over to help him, I realized something. He didnt need help, he just wanted to give me a ticket for speeding; Gollee. Sometimes in all of our efforts to help others we can easily find it smcking us in the face. But I encourage you through scripture which says; Do Not grow weary in doing good, for in due season it will be rewarded. Buy the new book titled "Living and Dying Without Regret" at www.joeprainito.com for $12.99

We Won't Give Up Video Blurb at Teen Challenge

Joe Prainito at Teen Challenge, and the men who have made the decision to never give up untill the Lord calls them home