Category Archives: prayer
mission: pray in public
1 Timothy 2. Paul explains to Timothy those things that should be the hallmark of the church’s mission – things he should promote among the people and leaders of Ephesus. Of first importance is the ministry of public prayer. This … Continue reading
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when Christ comes, will he find us blameless?
1 Thessalonians 5:23-28. Paul’s prayer for the Thessalonians here is that God would completely sanctify them by his grace. He prays for a church whose whole body, soul and spirit would be ready for her bride when he comes in … Continue reading
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Christ, our Lord
Colossians 3:18-4:18. Paul concludes his letter to the Colossians by reminding them how the lordship of Christ should affect them. Since Christ is Lord of every relationship, an attitude of submission and consideration is called for (3:18-22; 4:1, 5-6). Since … Continue reading
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Tagged Colossians 3, Colossians 4
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joy from peace
Philippians 4:2-23. Paul’s final words to the Philippians warn them of the things that can rob them of the peace with God which is theirs in Christ. Personal conflicts (like the disagreement that had developed among two prominent women in … Continue reading
joy from others
Philippians 2:12-30. Paul was no lone ranger. He was blessed by those who ministered the gospel because of him, those who served alongside him in his team, and those who were sent to support him and provide for his needs. … Continue reading
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grace for love and war
Ephesians 6:10-24. Paul concludes this letter with a prayer for grace to all who read it, that they might love the Lord Jesus Christ with love incorruptible. The warfare that they face will challenge that love. His concluding words to … Continue reading
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all the GOD we need
Psalm 99. Three great men in Israel’s past are mentioned in this psalm: Moses, Aaron and Samuel. These three are reminders that the LORD is holy and just, forgiving, but also holding his own accountable for their wrongdoings. LORD, we … Continue reading
a prayer to the king
Psalm 93. LORD, today I acknowledge that you are king of the universe. You reign, and your reign is a majestic one that will last for eternity. I confess that I have been worrying about my future. I have not … Continue reading
outside the box
1 Corinthians 9. Paul’s critics in Corinth were convinced that he was a loose cannon. Since he did not do his ministry the way the other apostles did, they were suggesting that his missionary work was illegitimate. Paul’s policy was … Continue reading
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prayer and God’s plan
Romans 15:14-33. Paul asked the Roman Christians to pray for him. He knew what God wanted – that his ministry might be completed. What he didn’t know was whether or not he would be delivered from the Jews who were … Continue reading
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