9 “This, then, is how you should pray: “‘Our Father in heaven,hallowed be your name,10 your kingdom come,your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.11 Give us today our daily bread.12 And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.13 And lead us not into temptation,[a] but deliver us from the evil one.[b]’ Matthew 6:9-13 How to Pray –Continue reading “The Perfect Prayer- Session 2”
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The Perfect Prayer
I just finished teaching a series on The Lord’s Prayer and want to spend the next few posts looking at what Jesus taught His disciples about prayer. Hope you will join me on this adventure. We will begin with … How Not to Pray When the disciples asked Jesus to teach them how to pray,Continue reading “The Perfect Prayer”
Our God Solves Mysteries
When Daniel finished, King Nebuchadnezzar fell on his face in awe before Daniel. He ordered the offering of sacrifices and burning of incense in Daniel’s honor. He said to Daniel, “Your God is beyond question the God of all gods, the Master of all kings. And he solves all mysteries, I know, because you’ve solvedContinue reading “Our God Solves Mysteries”
You Are the Message
The news of your faith in God is out. We don’t even have to say anything anymore—you’re the message! 1 Thessalonians 1:7 Paul was bragging about the Thessalonians converts who had accepted the Word and stood firm in their faith. The world around them could see the change and news spread of their radiant faith. Those words,Continue reading “You Are the Message”
Uncontaminated Love
The whole point of what we’re urging is simply love—love uncontaminated by self-interest and counterfeit faith, a life open to God. 1 Timothy 1:5 Paul continues to urge his followers to follow Jesus with uncontaminated love. Paul, who was so full of hatred before he met Jesus, is now stuck on the theme of love. LoveContinue reading “Uncontaminated Love”
Do Not Be Intimidated
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not be terrified or dismayed (intimidated), for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 This theme runs throughout the book of Joshua and these verses are some of the most encouraging in scripture. obey Me and be strong. I will never abandonContinue reading “Do Not Be Intimidated”
Merry Thanksmas
Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done. Philippians 4:6 Today is a day of rejoicing and thanksgiving. Today as we take down the tree and put away the Christmas ornaments and nativities, I will be shedding tears of joy, not only forContinue reading “Merry Thanksmas”
Baptism of the Spirit
16-17 The moment Jesus came up out of the baptismal waters, the skies opened up and he saw God’s Spirit—it looked like a dove—descending and landing on him. And along with the Spirit, a voice: “This is my Son, chosen and marked by my love, delight of my life.” Matthew 3:17-18 Jesus needed John to baptizeContinue reading “Baptism of the Spirit”
Let the Son Shine In
The people walking in darkness have seen a great light;on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned. Isaiah 9:2 Isaiah continues his prophecy of the future coming of Jesus. Jesus will bring light into the darkness caused by sin. The NIV says, “to those who walk in the land ofContinue reading “Let the Son Shine In”
Do Not Be Afraid
But while he thought about these things, behold, an angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream, saying, “Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take to you Mary your wife, for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Spirit. And she will bring forth a Son, andContinue reading “Do Not Be Afraid”
Journey with Joyce 