SCRIPTURE
Philippians 2:5
Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Christ was about his Father’s business and He cared and showed concern for His people. Are you concerned for those that do not have, or is it all about you?
APPLICATION
Make a list of concerns you have that do not involve your needs or wants. Pray and ask God to show you how to contribute to the needs of others by supporting the vision God has given us through our pastor.
PRAYER
Father God, keep me in your will walking in your way as I try to bring you glory in all that I do. Renew my mind, create in me a clean heart so I can think like Christ and have concern and compassion for your people.
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SCRIPTURE
Micah 7:7
But as for me, I watch in hope for the LORD, I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me.
FOOD FOR
THOUGHT
The Lord our God, is the only true and living God and there is no other like Him; therefore, we must trust in Him alone, wait for Him to lead, direct and answer our prayers.
APPLICATION
Make a list of things you have asked God for and waited for God to answer, heal, direct or provide. How many requests were for someone other than you? Cross out those prayers God has answered and circle those God hasn’t already answered. Now ask God to show you if there is anything that is hindering you from hearing His voice and seeing His face.
PRAYER
Father God, Creator of heaven and earth, I need you to speak to me now and show me if there is anything in me preventing me from hearing from you. I thank you for this privilege to come, you and make my request known to you because I know that you are God who answers my prayers. |
SCRIPTURE
Isaiah 65:24
Before they call I will answer; while they are still speaking I will hear.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
God will give us all we need and more than we desire, even before we ask.
APPLICATION
God has been so good to us. Let us take this moment to pray for those who are less fortunate than us; those who lack homes, jobs, or food to eat. Pray for their healing and the peace that only God can give.
PRAYER
Father God, who commands the sun to rise and set, who holds all power in His hands, I ask you right now in the name of Jesus to bless the less fortunate. I pray for those who are hurting and confused. Please show your face and be all they need. |
SCRIPTURE
John 15:7, 8
If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you. 8 This is to my Father's glory, that you bear much fruit, showing yourselves to be my disciples. .
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Every part of our being must be in Christ and Christ must be part of all that we do. Is your mind in Christ, heart of Christ, thoughts on Christ? Are you living for God’s glory or are you making your on story?
APPLICATION
Write down the first three thoughts that came to your mind as you read this text. Are they thoughts of forgiveness, thanksgiving or were they thoughts of praise?
PRAYER
Lord God, help me to remain in you and your Word in my heart. Show me your ways. Show me how I can be a blessing to others in all I do. Lord, use me for your glory. |
