Tag: Prayer
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The Spiritual Disciplines ~ How to Study?
Today’s message will emphasize the importance of studying the Word of God as a spiritual discipline that cultivates a deeper relationship with Christ. It will explain that true study goes beyond mere reading and involves abiding in the Word and allowing it to transform our lives. Using the metaphor of vines and branches from John…
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24-7 National Prayer Gathering ~ Lessons Learned
Our message today is based upon lessons learned about prayer last week at the 24/7 National Prayer Gathering. It encourages us to deepen our understanding of prayer, moving beyond a monochromatic approach that focuses solely on personal requests and emphasizes the importance of holistic prayer, which includes lamentation, intercession for others, and active listening to…
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Spiritual Disciplines: Study ~ What is it?
Today, we emphasize the importance of spiritual disciplines in deepening one’s relationship with Christ, focusing mainly on the discipline of study. We will highlight that actual study goes beyond mere reading; it involves meditation and the application of Scripture to foster personal transformation and spiritual growth. Drawing from various biblical passages, our message today…
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P.R.A.Y. ~ Ask ~ Unanswered Prayer
In this sermon, “P.R.A.Y. ~ Ask ~ Unanswered Prayer,” we will delve into the problematic topic of unanswered prayer, emphasizing that all prayer is answered, though not always as we hope. We will highlight the importance of prayer to commune with God and draw on the P.R.A.Y. method – Pause, Rejoice/Remember, Ask, Yield. As we…
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Spiritual Disciplines: P.R.A.Y. ~ Ask
In this sermon, “P.R.A.Y. ~ Ask,” returns to our focus this year on Spiritual Discipline. Returning to our exploration of prayer and the importance of approaching God with reverence and faith that we can have in doing as we have discussed these past several weeks to understand what we are doing in that we are…
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Spiritual Disciplines: Pray ~ Rejoice
Today, we move to the R. in our acrostic on how to pray P.R.A.Y. P. was to pause, and R. is to rejoice. We will emphasize the importance of rejoicing in prayer, highlighting Psalm 103 as a hymn of praise. We will be encouraged to seek instruction from God and to maintain focus on rejoicing…
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Spiritual Disciplines ~ How to Pray: Pause
Today, we will continue to discuss the importance of pausing in prayer to deepen our connection with God. We will dive into the P.R.A.Y., an acrostic that is to P to pause, R to rejoice, A to ask, and Y to yield. We will emphasize the P, which means to pause, and the significance of…
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Spiritual Disciplines ~ Prayer: Why, What, & How?
In today’s message from God’s Word, we will hear and respond to “Prayer: Why, What, & How.” We will emphasize the importance of prayer for spiritual growth. We will highlight the transformative power of the spiritual disciplines, especially prayer. Quoting authors like Richard Foster and Brennan Manning, we will explore prayer as essential for deepening…
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Spiritual Disciplines ~ The Disciplined Life
Today’s sermon on “Living a Life of Discipline” is an introduction to our extended series we are beginning over the spiritual disciplines. It highlights the importance of spiritual practices rooted in ancient traditions of faith, emphasizing the role of the Holy Spirit in developing these disciplines. Drawing from Paul’s analogy of discipline in running a…
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The Peculiar Kingdom of God & Its People ~ Ask, Seek, Knock
Today, as we return to our year-long journey through the Sermon on the Mount, we will continue to learn about the true, peculiar nature of God’s Kingdom and its people. As we turn to a very challenging teaching, Jesus gives us regarding our understanding of our greatest need and how we ought to pray for…