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Psalm 88 Main point: In times of loss and suffering, we can pour our deepest emotions before God. The Dark Night of the Soul The Accusations Against God Reflection and Response: a. Our prayers should reflect an honest reality of life and faith. b. We can find comfort in expressing our deepest… Continue Reading
Psalm 100 Introduction What : Praise the Lord How : with Gusto Why : and Understanding Conclusion Reflection How can you better prepare yourself to meet God in worship, to experience, express joy and exuberance in praising him? How have you experienced God’s steadfast love (ḥeseḏ) and faithfulness in the past week? Spend some… Continue Reading
Matthew 6:5-15 Main idea: We can learn to pray like Jesus’ prayer, which is simple, sincere and meaningful. WHY JESUS TAUGHT HIS DISCIPLES TO PRAY? (v5, v7) THE PRAYER OF JESUS – “Thank you” (vv9-10) – “Sorry” (v12) – “Please” (vv11-13) HOW WE CAN PRAY? – Simple and sincere REFLECTIONS – How do… Continue Reading
1 Samuel 31 Main Point: We need to tutor our hearts to listen to God’s voice to finish well. A Tragic Death A. The Philistines defeated Israel and killed Saul’s sons (vv1-3) B. Saul takes his own life (vv4-6) C. Shame and Dishonour (vv9-10) A Good Start does not Guarantee a Good Finish.… Continue Reading
1 Samuel 28:5-20 1) When God does not answer 2) Who do we turn to for help? 3) How does turning to God look like? Reflection question Just as Saul was not able to hear from God because of his disobedience, Is there an area of disobedience that God might be prompting you… Continue Reading
1 Samuel 17 Introduction: Facing Your Giants? Contrast in Perspectives By faith, David sees the true nature of the conflict. By faith, David sees the true source and means of victory. Seeing the way God sees Walking in the Spirit Walking by Experiential Knowledge of/Faith in God Conclusion Reflection What are… Continue Reading
1 Samuel 16:1-13 Main Idea: The Word of God determines the condition of our hearts. We are attracted by external qualities. God is concerned with the internal qualities. The Word of God directs our hearts. Reflection: 1. What external qualities (e.g., grades, achievements, etc) are you more concerned with than the condition of your… Continue Reading
1 Samuel 9:1-17; 10:1 Main Point: God uses the ordinary affairs of life to bring forth His extraordinary purpose in our lives. God uses the ordinary for extraordinary purposes. Saul – good looking but with an unimpressive background A mundane job God may use obstructions and delays to direct us to His will. God… Continue Reading
1 Samuel 8 When our Children Reject God as King When we Reject God as King When God Gives us a King Reflection Questions Just as others considered the walk of Samuel’s two sons. How will you fare if others were to consider your walk today? Will they say… Continue Reading
1 Samuel 5:1-12; 6:10-16, 19-21 Continue Reading
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