Perhaps the most misunderstood three words in the English language are in Jesus’ name. Some people use these words like an incantation over wishes they want to come true. To others, it’s nothing more than an empty phrase they were taught to say as a kid in church—they don’t really know why they say it,Continue reading “In Jesus’ Name”
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Flashback Friday – What About God?
Quick! Name the first person you would go to when you need to talk about your day. What about when you’ve got the flu? Or when your car breaks down? Typical answers are: best friend, doctor, mechanic. These are not necessarily wrong answers, but what about God? Do we seek his counsel first, or isContinue reading “Flashback Friday – What About God?”
Flashback Friday – Five Dangers of Not Asking for Prayer
The Christian life is about community. It’s about fellowship. It’s about being one Body. To do this you have to be willing to be open and vulnerable. To let people in and get to know you. You have to share your struggles and burdens. Sometimes it can be easier to be the sympathetic ear thanContinue reading “Flashback Friday – Five Dangers of Not Asking for Prayer”
Does God Hear Us When We Pray?
“Please listen to me, God! I need your help!” Many of us have cried out something similar to this in a time of distress or uncertainty. We can relate to king David when he prayed, “Give ear to my words, O LORD; consider my groaning. Give attention to the sound of my cry, my KingContinue reading “Does God Hear Us When We Pray?”
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