We find this situation at the beginning of Acts 6. People are being converted and they need discipling (6:1) but there is an added problem with distribution of food to the widows of the Gentile Jews, leading to disunity (6:2). How will they make more disciples? The load is too great and they have added […]
It means loving our Father in heaven and spending time just focusing on Him not to resolve anything but out of love. So why is this so important? 1.Because it’s what Jesus died for As God said to Abraham, “I am your very great reward” (Gen 15:1). This is what Jesus died for. That we […]
Many times we think that God has not heard our prayers. But the Scriptures say something very different. When we seek Him with a pure heart he hears: 1.Daniel’s seeking prayers When Daniel begins to seek God about the future of God’s people after the 70 years of exile, the angel Gabriel appears to him […]
This article will look at why praying out of “It is done” is in most cases a better way of praying. Here are 4 reasons: 1.Because God is a good Father We often treat God like we need to pester God in prayer and wear Him down until He finally gives in and gives us […]
Looking for a prayer book? I’ve selected some of the best and most practical books on prayer to read, including Tim Keller’s new book on prayer. I’ve tried to describe the gist of the approach of each book, so you can decide which is most helpful for you. Also I’ve given an example of the key teachings, so […]