Archive for February 2021

Scripture: Luke 18:27 Our God is the God who specializes in impossibilities. Nothing is too difficult for Him. The things which are impossible for men are possible with God. Reflection: Talk about a situation that you do not know how to handle. Prayer: Ask God for one way in which you can release that situation…

Stewardship of Life. Principles of Christian Stewardship God is the sole and sovereign owner of all things, including all creation, the body and spirit of the Christian, and all of the Christian’s resources. (Psalm 24:1) God expects His sovereign ownership to be cheerfully acknowledged as Christians present their entire life as a gift to Him.…

All that we have, all that we are, and all that we will ever be comes from God. Our job is to be good stewards over the things that God has given to us. For some of us, the most difficult part of our lives to turn over to the Lord is our finances. However,…

Biblical fasting can be defined as abstaining from food for spiritual purposes. Simply going without food because it is not available or for medical reasons is not biblical fasting. There must be a spiritual motivation to qualify a fast as biblical. Here are some examples of fasting from scripture: Jesus fasted to acknowledge His dependence…

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:4 We should not only pray at times when we have special needs. We should develop the attitude of prayer so that all during the day we look to the Lord…as we are walking along the street, driving in a car, at work, or at home. Reflection: Discuss different times during the day…

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 With the pressures and disappointments of everyday life, it is difficult to be joyful and thankful in all circumstances. However, we understand that this is God’s will for us and that His Holy Spirit can allow us to do so through Christ.  Reflection: Discuss one area of your life in which…

Scripture: Matthew 6:8 We turn to God for our salvation. We should also rely on Him for financial, material, or any other needs we have. Reflection: Discuss a situation where God met a need before you even asked Him for it. Prayer: Thank God for meeting even my unspoken concerns.

Scripture: Psalm 118:8 A person determined to walk by faith can be sure that their faith will be tested. Sooner or later, they will be brought to the end of their human resources and will be tempted to appeal to their fellow man. If you really trust the Lord, you will turn to Him alone.…

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7 To walk by sight means to see where you are going. Faith is to walk where you do not see. Reflection: Talk about the importance of choosing the right place to pray. This should be a place where you can communicate without interruption. Prayer: Ask God to increase your faith in…

Scripture: John 2:1-11 Put your faith in God completely. Trust Him for all your needs. See His hand upon your life daily. Reflection: Talk about a recent situation that required you to walk by faith.  Prayer: Thank God for supplying the answer to that prayer.