The title of my next book is: “It ALL starts with Prayer”. Now… why would I write a book on prayer and titled it that way when there are millions (not an exaggeration) of books on prayer – all the who, what, where, when of praying? You have to admit that’s a logical question. But […]
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I’ve probably written on this a number of times… but repetition can be a great method for understanding (and thus agreeing… or not). This point: do you realize that when we act in ‘one accord’, the power of this action is greatly increased? Actually, you really don’t have as strong a foundation when we don’t
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I’m preparing to host a rather large ‘prayer event’ encompassing people who will be joining from various areas. I’m a detail type, no apologies, so I’ve been focusing on the technical details to make certain that those who wish to attend will be able to access the event. The other part is to be certain
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“Therefore I want the men in every place to pray, lifting up holy hands, without anger and disputing or quarreling or doubt [in their mind].” [1 Timothy 2:8] As an aside… Paul was also speaking to the women, to everyone – NO anger, disputing, quarreling, doubt – none AND lifting up holy hands! Do you
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When you hear the words… Let us Pray. What’s the first thing you do? Think about it… I’ll bet any amount that you close your eyes and bow your head. Why? What is the reason, purpose for this? Does this immediately indicate reverence? Respect? Decorum? And are those the words you would use to define
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“Therefore, confess your sins to one another [your false steps, your offenses], and pray for one another, that you may be healed and restored. The heartfelt and persistent prayer of a righteous man (believer) can accomplish much [when put into action and made effective by God—it is dynamic and can have tremendous power].” [James 5:16.
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Let me ask you a question… how did you learn about prayer? Did you observe it? Was it a teaching? The real question is: what do you understand about prayer? Who are You as a pray-er? Are you still growing as a pray-er? What was the last learning on prayer you experienced? Most important –
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As a context… this is Part 1 because this is a lifestyle issue and, as a result, continually growing. As we live a life as a pray-er we will continue to learn and apply… and that’s exciting! Scripture is our best foundation for learning about prayer, what it’s designed for, and how we go about
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“Rejoice always and delight in your faith; be unceasing and persistent in prayer; in every situation [no matter what the circumstances] be thankful and continually give thanks to God; for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus. ” [1 Thessalonians 5:16-18] Let’s face it. Everyone needs a lifeline at some time
When you pray… when you speak… when you act… do you do so from a foundation of faith? hope? wishful thinking? The last one really doesn’t get us very far so I would recommend deleting it from your consideration. Are there other foundations for prayer, speech, action besides faith or hope? Confidence? Love? Shouldn’t it
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Just write down any questions that you may have and I will get back to you in a jiffy!
