Christian Life

Prayer is an intrinsic part of the religion revealed in the passage of scripture. The Old Testament records many instances of faithful men, and women humbly requesting mercy and aid from the God of heaven and earth, whether it is Daniel, beseeching God to forgive Israel for her many sins or Hannah, requesting a son, whom she would dedicate to God for His use.

Jesus instructs His disciples to pray always. “Until now you have asked nothing in My Name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be full. (John 16:24).

Jesus gave a model of prayer in Matthew 6, because the disciples wanted to know how to really pray. The Lord's Prayer was not meant to be simply memorized and recited. It was meant to be to a guideline and outline on how to pray. … If our prayers are not filled with petitions for the Lord to be glorified in all the e we probably need to restructure our intercession.

….And the death of Jesus Christ is important because it secures forgiveness for all sins for a trusts in Jesus. He, that is Jesus died as a substitute for His people shedding His precious bearing God's wrath and being punished for their sins. And you know that defining momen secures salvation for humanity and the eventual defeat of satan occurred the day when Je and that's why we call that day "Good Friday"

Know Him

John 14:17 says even the Spirit of truth; whom the world cannot receive, because it seeth him not, neither knoweth him: but ye know him; for he dwelleth with you, and shall be in you.

Renewing mind into a theocentric mindset to see everything in a God centred way. I want to encourage you with the attributes of God because it will revolutionize your Christian life.

Jeremiah 9:23 says, “Thus saith the LORD, let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches: but let him that glorieth glory in this, that he understandeth and knoweth me, ….”

That’s the most important things in our life. Not what our personal assets are, not how strong we are or how much clout or influence we may have in the community, and not how much wisdom we may claim to have. The most important thing about us is we need to boast in this fact that we know God. And everything else is ripple effect that emanates out of the knowledge of God. Apostle Paul ever striving to know more about God and more of Christ. He say’s in Phil 3 verses 10 “that I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, _being made conformable unto his death._ …”

And, you would say now, _wait a min Paul, you just told us two verses earlier that, you came to know God in saving faith, and now you say, well that I may know Him, you already know Him._ And what Paul is saying, _that was just entry-level knowledge. Like when you first were married, you know your wife, but after 20, 30, 50 years now you know her so much more closely and intimately._ And so, it is in our walk with God.

I want to encourage you to know God, and to draw closer to God.

Silence can be a virtue. But sometimes, God gives us an opportunities to speak truth, and we must be careful not to neglect the opening to make a meaningful difference. … David was aware that once life is in the world is short and we must make the most of every opportunity. The purpose of life is not to rush or gain wealth, but rather to be committed to the Lord. However, if you read ahead to Psalm 40, you will see that God answered David’s prayer which included a promise of the one true Deliverer.

Remember, this life is short, so let your words make a difference for God.

In all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us. — Romans 8:37.

David declared that Yahweh is his Shield and Defender. One can almost feel David’s emotions shift as he ask God to deliver him and to strike down his enemies. David knew he was sinful, but he also knew deliverance would come only from the Lord.

Are you facing an impossible situation? Surrender yourself to the Lord and pray that He will deliver you from the consequences of your sin. Only He can rescue you.

Have you ever been in a situation where you felt underqualified? You feel pressured to act, maybe people are watching, but you have no idea what to do. If you are a person of prayer, you may cry out to God.

Elijah‘s prayer begins by emphasizing Yahweh’s covenant name LORD.

When you feel underqualified or all alone. At that moment, you must pray and watch and see what only God can do. It is only He who has the power to turn people’s hearts back again.

Test

Dreams are not something we talk about much in Christian circles. For Danniel and his friends, the deck was stacked against them. King Nebuchadnezzar‘s request to interpret his dream was humanly impossible, and the punishment was absurd. So Danniel and his friends prayed. Together they sought help from the “God of heaven.”

God answered their prayer by revealing the mystery of the dream to Danniel in a vision. Danniel responded with a prayer of praise to Yahweh (v.20-23). His prayer begins by praising God for being eternal, omniscient, and all powerful (v.20) … Danniel recognizes that only God is the One capable to give revelation and wisdom by revealing “deep and hidden things” (vv.22).

Hezekiah is the underdog. Assyria is set on attacking the city of Judah. They have been ruthless with other cities they conquered, treating them like animals. They sent Hezekiah a letter mocking Yahweh: “do not let the God you depend on deceive you,” Inferring that they have defeated other countries and their gods did not save them.… Hezekiah rightly points out that those gods were “fashion by human hands.” …Hezekiah prayed that through God’s deliverance, all the kingdoms of the earth may know that Thou art the LORD God, even Thou only.”

If God is for us, who can be against us?