Month: August 2012

Discover what a genuine conversation with God looks like Part 20

In Matthew chapter 6, Jesus taught us to approach prayer with a sense of respect for God. But too often we rush into prayer, verbalize a quick request or two, and then run off to the next assignment. Enjoy this heart-to-heart talk.

An encounter with Jesus can help us realign our priorities! Part 19

What’s taking priority in your thoughts these days? Maybe it’s your finances, or a child that’s straying from the straight and narrow.

God’s heart is to have one-on-one time with you Part 18

At its foundation, prayer is an opportunity to talk with God. When we get wrapped up in the trappings of who we should pray with and when we should pray, we’re really missing the point!

Proof that prayer can be concise and meaningful Part 17

Has prayer become monotonous and routine? Long, repetitious, and ultimately boring? In reality, Jesus modeled short, vibrant prayers that simply cover the essentials.

The significance of honoring God first and foremost Part 16

Jesus teaches that the first thing you do in prayer is say “Hallowed be Your name.” It’s an acknowledgment that we’re putting God first.

Discover what God's name represents Part 15

Does your name have a special meaning behind it? Perhaps you were named in honor of a family member. A fresh perspective on Jesus’ prayer, Hallowed be your name.

What does it mean to “hallow” God’s name? Part 14

Let's discuss the first command in the Lord’s Prayer, Hallowed be your name. What does it mean for our lives today?

Who God is, and how we can relate to Him Part 13

Just as two very different music notes played together can make a beautiful chord, the words Heaven and Father are harmonious!

Let’s examine the characteristics of our heavenly Father, by looking at the Son, Jesus! Part 12

It’s sometimes easy to confuse our heavenly Father with our earthly father. That’s why we need to go to Scripture to clearly understand the attributes of God.

How God defines Himself as father, and how this influences our relationship with Him Part 11

Calling God Dad implies a loving relationship. But if our earthly father was less than ideal, it can negatively impact our view of the Lord.

Let’s look at Jesus’ teaching on prayer in the Sermon on the Mount Part 10

Perhaps you grew up with a kind and loving dad, or maybe you’re still trying to forget the pain your father caused you. No matter what your experience has been, there’s much to learn about our heavenly Father.

God’s immense love as our heavenly Father Part 9

Fathers should guide us, teach us, and, ultimately, love us unconditionally. That’s what makes God the perfect dad!

What it means to embrace God as our Abba Father Part 8

Just as a young child would address a beloved father figure as Daddy, we’re encouraged to call the God of the universe by this intimate title.

The way various cultures pray and the freedom we discover when we pray from the heart Part 7

Do you ever struggle to find the right words in prayer? Perhaps it’s a real challenge to pray out loud in a group.

The sacrifice Jesus paid in order for us to have an intimate relationship with God Part 6

The Creator of the universe, who spoke planets into existence and named every star, wants us to call him Dad.

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