Every believer should have times of fasting in their spiritual toolbox. The goal of fasting is not merely to lose weight, it's much more. How much more? We'll look at that in today's teaching.

Praying soberly… what is it, and how do we operate in it?

Today's teaching sheds light on this important spiritual

discipline.

Just as the drumline in a parade keeps everyone in the

band in sync, there is a crucial element in the life of a

Christian that does the same.

We're going to be in the book of 1 Samuel today looking at the story of Hannah. She knew something that e all need to learn: how to get God's attention.

From all of us here at GOGF to all of our faithful listeners,

and partners who stand with us in prayer and financial

support, we send best wishes for a blessed

holiday, and may you experience the true joy of the

season. Merry Christmas!

All of us can relate to the challenges of waiting. God's timetable is often a difficult one, but it is rewarding to see how He works when we're willing to wait.

In today's passage from Philippians chapter 4, Paul points out some of the many benefits derived from giving to others.

Our thought life is a battleground. It's a never-ending war that we are responsible for fighting with the spiritual weapons God has given us. You'll want to stay with us for this insightful teaching.

If you've ever seen a marching band, you can imagine how much work goes into getting everyone to be in sync with each other. There's a word for it: Unity. And it's Paul's desire for believers in today's teaching.

Today's teaching is about spiritual maturity. In the Christian life you'll never get to a place where you can say, "I'm spiritually mature." That's because spiritual maturity is not a destination, it's a lifelong journey