Jesus’ Words of Encouragement
In John 14, Jesus encourages us by telling us about 1) A Place, 2) A Plan, 3) A Person, 4) The Power of Prayer. Each person may be encouraged by His words.
Tag: Prayer
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A Saint’s Closing Prayer
Psalm 90, a prayer of Moses, is a saint's closing prayer. It is a prayer 1) Of Benediction to the Lord, 2) Respecting the Brevity of Life, 3) In Bequest to the Living.
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Does God Answer the Prayer of the Non-Christian?
Does God answer the prayer of a non-Christian? God does not hear sinners (Psalm 66:18). Spiritual blessings like forgiveness are reserved for those in Christ.
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Should We Pray for the Holy Spirit?
Should we pray for the Holy Spirit (Luke 11:13)? Yes, not in a miraculous way, but understanding that God's Spirit dwells with His people in fellowship.
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For Christ and the Church
For Christ and the church let us 1) Praise Lovingly, 2) Pray Fervently, 3) Give Willingly, 4) Serve Faithfully. That each considers the words to this great song and be renewed in spirit in these great actions of which the song exhorts us to do. To enhance our understanding of this hymn and also encourage each to faithfulness in these areas.
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Seven Exercises to Mental Wellness
Seven exercises for mental wellness (Philippians 4:4-9): 1) Rejoice, 2) Be Moderate, 3) God Is Near, 4) Don't Worry, 5) Pray, 6) Think Positively, 7) Follow Examples.
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How to be Evangelistic
How to be evangelistic (Matthew 4:19): 1) Let People See Our Life, 2) Talk About Jesus, 3) Invite Others to Hear, 4) Pray. Each person should use these four ways.
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The Doctrine of God’s Presence
God is always present (Psalm 139:1-18). We must 1) Accept, 2) Acknowledge, 3) Act Upon the doctrine of His presence. Each person should be encouraged by it.
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What should we say in prayer during the Lord’s Supper?
During the Lord's Supper, we examine ourselves (1 Corinthians 11:27-29) and give thanks for Jesus and His blood shed for remission of sins (Matthew 26:28).
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Prayer as Worship
Prayer is worship (Matthew 6:9-13): 1) Ascribing Glory to God, 2) Acknowledging Dependence, 3) Asking for Needs, 4) Accepting Blessings. Each person should pray so.
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Summer’s Come and Is Going
Summer is flying by with camp, family visits, and capable preachers filling in. We mourn a sister's passing, but not as those who have no hope (1 Thess. 4:13-14).
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Pursuing Opportunities
An opportunity is a time to seek success, and our gospel meeting is one. Pray, invite, keep a positive attitude, and remember we do this to love God and others.
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Lifting Up Jesus
We rejoice in two baptisms and look ahead to evangelism in the new year. Like those scattered who went everywhere preaching the word (Acts 8:4), lift up Jesus.
