Courtside Ministries Valparaiso Indiana

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At Courtside Ministries, we believe that that Christ meets people at their point of physical and spiritual need.

Courtside has prayed for more than 60,000 people, referred more than 7500 to local churches, referred thousands to faith-based human services including food banks, shelters, legal aid and counseling services between Colorado Springs,Chicago and Indiana. As a result, we work to meet the needs of the whole person, physical and spiritual. Here are some of the ways we reach people with the love of Chr

ist:

Praying for individuals as they enter and exit local courthouses –
The truth is, local courthouses are not fun or happy places. People coming into the courts, from judges all the way to defendants, are there because they are dealing with legal problems of some sort. These issues usually bring about fear, frustration, anger, bitterness, loss and uncertainty. We believe the most important thing we can do is pray with and for people entering the courts, offering them the peace and wisdom that comes from being in the presence of the Lord. Providing Scripture and biblical resources –
People dealing with the emotions of legal issues need wisdom, grace, hope and compassion. The only lasting source for these needs comes through a relationship with Jesus Christ and the message found in His Word. At Courtside, we provide Scriptures and biblical resources that enable people to see God’s perspective on the issues they are facing. Providing referrals to local churches based on the location and needs of the people we reach –
A primary goal of Courtside Ministries is to guide people into regular fellowship in a local church that can support their physical and spiritual needs. Courtside works strategically with churches in the community to effectively minister to people and encourage their ongoing involvement in church fellowship. Ongoing followup and support –
Courtside Ministries uses a team of volunteers to contact the people we help to ensure that they are continuing to receive the physical and spiritual support they need. Provide local churches with an active ministry for their members to participate in making an eternal difference in their communities –
The call of every believer is to reach out to those around them with the love and grace of Jesus Christ. As a non-denominational, evangelical Christian ministry, Courtside Ministries offers church members a dynamic way to reach out in their communities with the love of Christ through prayer, volunteer service and giving.

10/24/2024

Courtside Ministries, Valparaiso, IN 10/22/24
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What a perfect day the Lord has made!

We prayed with a woman for her to raise her baby up in the Lord.
A Christian woman asked for God's guidance and direction to find a job. A man asked for prayers, he wanted to draw closer to the Lord and to prepare him to donate a kidney, and that things would go well.

We found ourselves giving directions to the voter registration building.

Another Christian Lady needed prayers for God's guidance and protection over her family. We prayed with a man to draw closer to the Lord, blessing his day. A woman we have prayed with before stopped to visit; she said things were looking much better. A gentleman stopped for prayer, he wanted to draw closer to God, and to help him build friendships. We gave him a Daily Bread.

A woman stopped by asking for prayer, that God would guide her and give her wisdom to make decisions. We gave her a Daily Bread and a Bible. A Lady stopped to visit; she is the director of the 911 center, here in Valparaiso. We prayed with her for God's presence and protection in the office. Two Ladies asked for prayers, for God to bless their children and grandchildren, and help them start a new church. A woman asked for prayer for her husband, that God would help him with his temper, and draw them both closer to God.

We prayed for guidance, direction and protection today. Take a moment and pray to your heavenly Father and pray for each other.

10/03/2024

Courtside Ministries, Valparaiso, IN. Oct. 1, 2024

Our first October morning was beautiful. We prayed for 11 people, among them were:

A woman stopped by, she explained she was carrying a burden. She told us her husband was not a believer, so we prayed for his salvation, and for him to feel God's presence in his life. We prayed with a man for his family, that they would experience God's peace, love, and guidance. We gave him a Daily Bread. A Lady wanted prayer for God to bring her family back together and knit them closer. ''The members of a family can teach each other about God''. Deuteronomy 6:4-9. We gave her a Bible, and gave the kids Revive Bibles with wristbands.

A man needed prayers for God to restore his health, and to walk with Jesus as he once did. We gave him a Bible and a Daily Bread. A woman walking her dogs stopped by, she expressed a need to feel God's peace, and his presence in her life. She left with a smile after praying. A husband and wife stopped to visit; they wanted prayers for God's healing as she was recovering from surgery. God is the great physician! A Mom wanted prayers for her son, he went to jail after court. We prayed with her for God's protection. Today's Daily Bread was appropriate, it was about God's divine protection. We showed it to her, and it gave her peace.

We met a man, a non-believer who wanted nothing to do with God. He did agree to prayer that he would see God in his dreams. A gentleman, who worked in the courthouse, asked for prayer that we would all show more love for each other. What a great way to end!

09/10/2024

Courtside Ministries, Valparaiso, Indiana. September 10, 2024

We prayed with 16 people today, starting with a woman who just wanted to praise the Lord for all of the good things God has done in her life. Another woman was worried about whether she would be going to jail, and what would happen to her twin daughters. There were needs for finances, a wounded foot, relationship problems, and direction for a life gone wrong.

There are a lot of hurting people in our community. Reach out to them when you can.

Nobody took pictures today. Sorry.

09/04/2024

Courtside Ministries, Valparaiso, IN. September 3, 2024

What a beautiful day the Lord had made!

A woman went into the courthouse in a rush, on her way out we asked if there was something she wanted to pray about. She told us her son was in jail for substance abuse. He had gotten into a fight with another fellow. We prayed for God's guidance,
love and peace. A team member shared her story of hope, how God gave her freedom from addiction. Prayers work in all shapes and sizes, we encouraged her to continue praying for her son. We gave her a Daily Bread.

A man was sitting by himself on a park bench, his head was in his hands. He said his life was in turmoil. A team member gave him a Daily Bread, and a book called " Prison to Praise" We prayed for Gods peace and presence to come over him.

We met a young Christian lady who needed prayers for God's direction in her life. She had graduated college and wasn't sure of future plans. She asked us about Courtside Ministries, how long we had been praying for people, and then she said LET ME PRAY FOR YOU! that was the absolute highlight of our morning. God is good all the time, and all the time God is good. What a blessing she was!

A gentleman asked for prayers for his sister, for a court date that was coming up. We gave him a Daily Bread.
We prayed with a woman for Gods strength in her faith, for guidance and for her to feel Gods presence in her life. A man on crutches asked for Gods healing, and that God would draw him close in his life.

Another man asked to feel Gods presence in his life, for peace and wisdom and strength to make decisions he had to make it this morning. We gave him a Bible and a Daily Bread.

Jesus said " I am the way, the truth and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me."

What will you ask your heavenly Father today?

08/28/2024

A man passed up prayer this morning, the look on his face told us court didn't go well. However, a few minutes later, he came back and said he wanted prayer. He was feeling lost and wasn't living a Christian life, there were tears on his face. So, we prayed for God to draw him close, give him comfort and peace and to feel God's love. We gave him a Bible and a Daily Bread and invited him to church.

Two women asked for prayer that God would work in their lives and keep the family safe.
A couple asked for prayer for God to draw their son closer to him, and for favor in court. We prayed with a man going through an unwanted divorce. A woman needed prayer for Gods strength in caregiving

A man wanted prayer for God's wisdom and grace, we gave him a Bible and a Daily Bread. He was interested in joining a Bible study, so we gave him a list of home groups at our church.
We prayed with a woman for God's direction and guidance in her life. Another woman needed prayer for God's peace among family conflicts.

A gentleman wanted prayers for God's blessing of good health, guidance and direction in his life. Another man wanted prayers for God to draw him closer in his life.

08/22/2024

Courtside Ministries, Valparaiso, IN. August 20, 2024

God gave us a glorious day to pray! We prayed with twenty- two people, among them were:

A Widow, missing her husband, wanted prayers for God's comfort, and her genealogy hobby.
We prayed with a tearful woman needing prayers for Gods guidance and comfort, she had to file a protection order this morning. A gentleman wanted prayer for God's peace and guidance in his life.

We prayed with a man for God's blessings over him and his family, we gave him a Daily Bread.
We prayed with two women, as they had a desire to know God. We gave them a Bible, and an invitation to church. A gentleman wanted prayers for God's peace and provisions, so we gave him
a Daily Bread.

A man needed prayers that God would help him with his sobriety, and we gave him a Daily Bread.
Another man wanted prayers for God's guidance in his life, we gave him a Bible and a Daily Bread. A man wanted prayer for God to continue drawing him close, and that he would be successful with his probation requirements.

08/07/2024

Courtside Misistries, Valparaiso, IN. August 6, 2024

GOD GAVE US A BEAUTIFUL DAY TO PRAY!

We prayed for 22 people this morning, among them were:

An Attorney stopped by to chat; we said a prayer for his health issues. Another man needed prayers for God to help him battle his addiction. We prayed with a man who was unhappy with a ruling from a judge; we talked about thanking God for all things and forgiving others. A woman wanted prayer for patience and strength when life gives you lemons. A crew was working on the roof, and we prayed for them.

We prayed with a family for God's blessings and good health. A man wanted prayers that he would stay out of jail and for God to draw him close. A man needed prayers to be successful in probation requirements, and to get his children back. We gave him a Bible. We prayed with a woman that God would help her battle addiction and give her his peace; we gave her a Bible. A mom asked for prayer for her son; that God would help him make better choices in his life, and for them to feel God's presence; we gave her a Daily Bread. A man wanted prayer for God to turn his life around, and feel God's presence in his life, so we gave him a Daily Bread.

God is good all the time, and all the time God is good.

07/24/2024

Courtside Ministries, Valparaiso IN. July 23, 2024

A gentleman stopped for prayers; he was going into the
Courthouse to file divorce papers.
We gave him a Spanish Bible.

A couple asked for prayers for God's mercy on the husbands
court case and for God to draw him closer in his life.

We prayed with a man to find a church; and prayed for God's
peace to come over his niece's life, as she had been
molested. A couple asked for prayers for their daughter, she
was on life support from a su***de attempt. We gave them
a Daily Bread.

A Christian woman asked for prayer for her husband's
salvation. A person came by to pray for back rent owed by a
tenant. A woman asked for prayers for good health, and
prayers for her son to do well in school.

07/16/2024

Courtside Ministries, Valparaiso IN. July 16, 2024

We prayed with a woman on her upcoming court case, she asked for family prayers. A man wanted prayers for God to reveal himself in his life. A woman needed prayer for her son going into probation, that God would bring her strength and peace, we gave her a Daily Bread.

We prayed for a man going through a divorce, that God would give him comfort and peace to make wise decisions, and to save his marriage. He took a Daily Bread.

Someone refused prayers, but they came back for a Daily Bread. We prayed that God would draw them to read it.

A man stopped to chat with us, we gave him a book “Prison to Praise”. A woman asked for prayer that God would restore her internet business, a man wanted to pray for Gods peace in his life.

Another man needed prayer that God would guide him in a new direction. We prayed with a woman who is due in August, that she would be a good mom. A man wanted health prayers for his daughter, and for God to strengthen his family.

We could all use strength and peace in times like these.

Walk by faith not sight

06/19/2024

Courtside Ministries, Valparaiso, IN June 18, 2024

We got wet for God today and had umbrellas.

A gentleman on a bike ride stopped to chat, he needed prayer for Gods provision of basic needs, and we gave him a Bible. A lady needed prayer for her son, a mother and her daughter in tears accepted prayers for family, and we prayed for a woman with cancer.

A woman asked for prayers because she is still mourning the loss of her father, and she is struggling with alcohol issues. A young man needed prayer that he would do well at his outside job today.

We prayed with a man for his girlfriend, she was in the hospital and he needed prayers to help him take care of the five kids. A woman and her grandson needed prayer for the family issues they are facing. There were prayers for people going to probation.
We gave out five Bibles.

06/12/2024

Courtside Ministries, Valparaiso, June 11, 2024

We started our sunny, June morning giving thanks to God for
this beautiful day.

We met with a girl who needed prayer because she saw her friend murdered in her driveway. An emotional woman was seeking prayer for her nephew at a murder case in closing arguments today. We don’t know if this is the same murder trial.

We prayed with an attorney who needed wisdom and discernment for his clients. A gentleman wanted prayer that God would turn his life around.

We prayed with a woman for her son’s health, and she took a Daily Bread. There were prayers for families and successful probation visits.

06/05/2024

Courtside Ministries Valparaiso June 4th, 2024

I'm very happy that two men came to Christ.
It's so great to see God move in people's lives.

A gentleman stopped by to chat; he came from the farmers market with some good-looking strawberries.
We prayed for his mom suffering from memory loss, and his father-in-law has prostate cancer. Two police officers received tracts, a couple were married at the
courthouse and we prayed with them. We handed out children's books and Daily Bread.

We prayed with a woman that she would remain clean and sober, and she received a Bible and Daily Bread. A man wanted prayer for his relationship with his
wife, and for him to grow in the spirit, we gave him a Bible. There was another man who needed prayers to restore his family relations, and to help him stay
on the straight and narrow, he received a Daily Bread.

It was a beautiful day that the Lord made.

Address

Porter County Courthouse: 16 Lincolnway Avenue
Valparaiso, IN
46383

Website

http://www.courtsideministries.org/

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