SCRIPTURE/FOCUS – Week Of August 28 – September 3, 2016
FOCUS OF THE MONTH
Praying Your Way Through
SCRIPTURE OF THE WEEK
Pray without ceasing. (18) In every thing give thanks: for this is the
will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18
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Overview: We must prepare ourselves with the message of hope to share with those in despair and God will show them the way. Let’s not be partial, neither critical of others downfalls, instead, lower our expectations and become more understanding and patient. As much as we may desire to see people liberated, we must accept the fact that many are dealing with mental, emotional and spiritual brokenness. We must show compassion and tell them about Jesus’ sacrifice on Calvary to set them free from the bondage of sin. We may become anxious when we don’t see positive results, so we must turn our worries over to God. He gives the increase and He is faithful to intervene in unexpected ways. Let’s accept the fact that we all have flaws. However, once those weaknesses are acknowledged and we or the persons we have ministered to, repent, God is able to shape and carve us into something beautiful for His glory. We must be willing to go through the process whether painful or wonderful.
Monday, August 29, 2016 – The Ultimate Road Trip – Isaiah 40:1-11
Focus: We must prepare ourselves with the message of hope to share with those who are in the valley of despair or to those on the mountain of pride. We all need the Lord on this rugged road of life; He will show us the way.
Scriptures: Acts 9:10-20
Tuesday, August 30, 2016 – Gentle Influence – Colossians 3:12-17
Focus: We must be willing to make adjustments in how we treat one another. We may have to lower our expectations, be more patient and gentle for God’s glory.
Scriptures: Ephesians 4:2; 2 Timothy 2:23-26
Wednesday, August 31, 2016 – Free Indeed – John 8:31-37
Focus: In our quest to liberate others from despair, we may find that they are mentally, emotionally and spiritually broken. Let’s remind them of the sacrifice that Jesus made to set them and us free from the bondage of sin.
Scriptures: Galatians 4:26-31; Romans 8:1, 2
Thursday, September 1, 2016 – “Because You Prayed” Isaiah 37:9-22, 33
Focus: We must turn our worries over to God. When we pray, God who is faithful, will intervene in unexpected ways.
Scriptures: 1 Peter 5:6-7; Jeremiah 33:3
Friday, September 2, 2016 – How to Carve a Duck – Psalm 138:7-8; Ephesians 2:6-10
Focus: Once we accept that we all have many flaws, God is able to shape and carve us into something beautiful. Let’s be willing to go through the process whether painful or wonderful to be who God wants us to be for His glory.
Scriptures: Jeremiah 18:1-6
Thoughts from Sister Clovia Thompson
We’ve Found the Answer, We’ve Learned to Pray
We know not when God sends the Word that tells us that a fervent prayer is heard.
Prayer does not bring God near us for God is always near.
Prayer is the reverence of the heart realizing He is here.
Surely we can wait patiently today knowing the answer is on its way.
We leave our prayers with Him alone whose will is wiser than our own.
We’ve found the answer, we’ve learned to pray.
Keep our Bibles with us and read it every day.
Always count our blessings and always stop to pray.
We’ve found the answer, we’ve learned to pray.
We know that God works in a wonderful way, on behalf of His children, who trust Him and pray to Him.
When we pray, we should:
Pour out your heart;
Realize God will answer;
Always believe;
Yield to what God tells you!
Always Say A Prayer