“Lord, teach us to pray” was first whispered by one of Jesus’ disciples (Lk. 11:1). The disciples had just caught Jesus praying, and they looked on in utter admiration. They had never seen anyone pray like this before. Sure, they …
INVIGORATE YOUR PRAYERS WITH A FOCUS ON GOD’S MAJESTY. I was late. I had stopped to get a vanilla latte and was now rushing into the Bible conference. The gymnasium was packed, and I grabbed the last spot on the …
When was the last time you felt on fire for Jesus? The last time you felt completely in tune with Him as if he was walking alongside you? Has it been a long time? He hasn’t gone anywhere. Though we …
The LORD is exalted over all the nations, his glory above the heavens. Who is like the LORD our God, the One who sits enthroned on high, who stoops down to look on the heavens and the earth? —Ps. 113:4-6 …
How has the 2:7 Series changed your life and helped you grow and disciple others? In order to grow strong, a tree needs to burrow deep into the life-giving earth. “I would’ve told you I was a Christian my whole …
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Nineteenth century British preacher Charles Spurgeon said: “We should pray when we are in a praying mood, for it would be sinful to neglect so fair an opportunity. We should pray when we are not in a praying mood, for …
They all ate as much as they wanted, and afterward, the disciples picked up twelve baskets of leftovers! (Luke 9:17 NLT) Growing up I never cared much for leftovers. Oftentimes “leftovers” meant a buffet of previous meals, devoid …
The character trait of humility is the second-most frequently taught trait in the New Testament, second only to love. At one time I counted fifty instances of love taught, either by precept or example, in the New Testament; I counted …
A LOOK AT PRAYER IN THE GOSPEL OF LUKE Throughout his gospel, Luke constantly points to the connection between prayer. Luke 3:21-22: The prayer and genuine ministry through the Holy Spirit. Luke 1:8-10: Zechariah, John the baptizer’s father, is a …
Rules for Engagement: Getting at the Heart of the Questions “How can you believe in a God that you can’t see, hear, or touch?” my friend asked. Without waiting for an answer, he continued: “I’m not saying the idea of …