CHRISTCUSSION-BELIEVERS BENEFITS AND BOOST

Heavenly Father, please give me the gift of discernment that I may know and hear your word, and please father, give me aka the grace to follow, lest I fall for the counsel and leading of the ungodly. In doing so, may I bring glory, hon our and praise to your matchless name while the blessing shall continually be mine.

Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in Your law. — Psalm 119:18 Oh, how we underestimate the power made available to us when we spend time with God. Our earthly eyes are so limited because they don’t allow us to see what is happening in the heavenly realm. A daily battle is being fought for our attention and our devotion. Satan would love nothing more than to keep us separated from the power God gives us during our time with Him. It’s time to stop feeling guilty and ill-equipped and start embracing the incredible privilege of meeting with Jesus every day. Remember, this time doesn’t have to be perfect to be powerful and effective. Jesus just wants a willing soul to come to Him — to verbalize her desire to seek Him and acknowledge her need for Him. Then He’ll show her how to make each moment with Him exactly what she needs. Most days before I start my time with the Lord, I pray a very simple prayer that ushers my heart into the right place with God: God, I want to s...

 What's New FAQ Archives About UsSupport Us Other Languages  What does it mean to use vain repetitions in prayer?  Question: "What does it mean to use vain repetitions in prayer?" Answer: Jesus said in theSermon on the Mount, “When ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking” (Matthew 6:7, KJV). The word vain means “empty” or “useless”; so Jesus is warning us that repeating worthless phrases in our prayers will not help them be heard by God. Our Heavenly Father is not concerned with word count, flowery expressions, or mantras; He desires “truth in the inward being” (Psalm 51:6, ESV). “Use not vain repetitions” is the King James translation ofMatthew 6:7. Other translations say, “Do not use meaningless repetition” (NASB), “Do not heap up empty phrases” (ESV), or “Do not keep on babbling” (NIV). As Jesus points out, the use of repetitious words or formulaic phrases is a “heath...

 What's New FAQ Archives About UsSupport Us Other Languages  What are some hindrances to a potent prayer life?  Question: "What are some hindrances to a potent prayer life?" Answer: The most obvious hindrance to a potent prayer life is the presence of unconfessed sins in the heart of the one who is praying. Because our God is holy, there is a barrier that exists between Him and us when we come to Him with unconfessed sin in our lives. “But your iniquities have separated you from your God; your sins have hidden his face from you, so that he will not hear” (Isaiah 59:2). David concurred, knowing from experience that God is far from those who try to hide their sin: “If I had cherished sin in my heart, the Lord would not have listened” (Psalm 66:18). The Bible refers to several areas of sin that are hindrances to effective prayer. First, when we are living according to the flesh, rather than in the Spirit, our desire to pray and our ability to effec...

His phone rang in church by accident during prayers. The Pastor scolded him. The worshippers admonished him after prayers for interrupting. His wife kept on lecturing on his carelessness all the way home. His co-vineyard workers shook their heads in disgust You could see the shame, embarrassment and humiliation on his face. He never stepped foot in the church again. That evening, he went to a bar. He was still nervous and trembling. He spilled his drink on the table, bottle falls by accident and it splashed on some people. Those it touched rushed towards him. He closed his eyes expecting bashing of words or slaps. Instead they cared to know if he didn’t get a cut from the broken bottle. The waiter apologized and gave him a napkin to clean himself. The janitor mopped the floor. The female manager offered him a complimentary drink. She also gave him a huge hug and a peck while saying, "Don't worry man. Who doesn't make mistakes?" He has n...

Teaching and Preaching Today How many believers were trained as followers in the Bible, a model for me. Oh for us. INSIGHT Elisha followed Elijah in ministry to his generation, and that pattern was not unique. In the final moments of the exodus, Moses—the leader and lawgiver of Israel—was succeeded by Joshua, who had been at his side for forty years. Centuries later, Jesus would follow John the Baptist (the second “Elijah” of Malachi 4:5 and Matthew 11:14) in proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom. These patterns of forerunners and followers are tied together by one of the most significant indicators in Scripture—names. The names of the three who followed Moses, Elijah, and John in ministry—Joshua, Elisha, and Jesus—all mean the same thing: “the Lord saves.” Throughout the years, this has been the confidence of the people of God. God saves us by His grace and then empowers us by His Spirit to follow Him and serve others where He places us. Where has God called you to serve? ...

    'Can God Protect Us?' June 5, 1981 By  Juan Carlos Lavigne   C.S., of Argentina, lectures in The Mother Church Christian Science lecturer Juan Carlos Lavigne says one can find fulfillment in relying on God for safety and protection. His lecture, "Can God Protect Us?, " was given last night in The First Church of Christ, Scientist, in Boston, sponsored by the members of that church. Mr. Lavigne is from Olivos, Argentina. Before devoting his full time to the public healing ministry of Christian Science, the lecturer spent 25 years in the advertising field, starting as an artist. As a member of The Christian Science Board of Lectureship, he has lectured in a number of North and South American countries in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Mr. Lavigne was introduced by Miss Allyn Muth. An abridged text of the lecture follows: About these ads Once upon a time there was a man who was afraid of everything...