December 28: “Find a Place Where You Enjoy Praying … and Then Pray…”
While Christians should cultivate a prayer habit that continues all day long, we should consider claiming a time and location to get alone with our Heavenly Father.
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December 16: “Behind the Curtain of Ministry”
Whether you know it or not, your church has a “Judas.” Virtually every church has at least one. And while you don’t know his/her name, it’s almost certain that your pastor does. So, pray for your pastor and your church.
Read MoreDecember 2: “Confession, Forgiveness, and Cleansing”
So many people live with perpetual guilt. As far as our relationship with the Lord is concerned, we never have to live in that guilt-ridden state. First John 1:9 gives us the recipe for forgiveness and cleansing.
Read MoreNovember 28: “Learning to Pray God’s Word”
Bible reading is great. Prayer is great. But if you learn to put these two practices together, it’s incredible!
Read MoreNovember 12: “Heaven is Always Watching, Listening, and Speaking on Your Behalf”
Do you ever wish that a prayer warrior, who had the ear of Heaven, was praying for you? I certainly have! Well, my friend, you do! It’s Jesus!
Read MoreNovember 11: “A Primary Motive of Prayers that Get Answered”
One of the keys to getting our prayers answered is focusing on the things that are important to God. And if we’re truly growing in our love relationship with our Heavenly Father, they will be the things that are important to us, too.
Read MoreNovember 9: “Encouragement to Pray Boldly”
Because of what Jesus has done for us, we can boldly go into Heaven’s throne room and ask for what we need. God stands ready to listen and, if He believes it to be the right thing to do, answer our prayers.
Read MoreSeptember 17: “One Hindrance to Answered Prayer”
4 Minute Read + Scripture readings Today’s Bible Reading: 2 Samuel 132 Corinthians 6Ezekiel 20Psalms 66-67 Today’s Bible Verse(s): Psalm 66:18–20 (CSB): “If I had been aware of malice in my heart, the Lord would not have listened. However, God has listened; he has paid attention to the sound of my prayer. Blessed be God! […]
Read MoreSeptember 3: “The Appropriateness of Rude Prayers”
5 Minute Read + Scripture readings Today’s Bible Reading: 1 Samuel 271 Corinthians 8Ezekiel 6Psalm 44 Today’s Bible Verse(s): Psalm 44:23-24 (CSB): “Wake up, LORD! Why are you sleeping? Get up! Don’t reject us forever! Why do you hide and forget our affliction and oppression?” Reflections on Today’s Bible Verse(s): Psalm 44 is a wonderful […]
Read MoreAugust 19: “Are You Desperate for the Lord?”
3 Minute Read + Scripture readings Today’s Bible Reading: 1 Samuel 11Romans 9Jeremiah 48Psalms 25 Today’s Bible Verse(s): Psalm 25:4–5 (CSB): “Make your ways known to me, Lord; teach me your paths. Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation; I wait for you all day long.” […]
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