Podcasts about Prayer

Scripture of the Day:   Psalm 54:2“Hear my prayer, O God; listen to the words of my mouth.”In His PresenceWhen you Praise God for things that have not happened yet, you are doing so BY FAITH. Your needs do not move God. Your wants do not move God. Your begging does not move God. The only thing that moves God is FAITH. Amen. So, if you are facing a terrible situation where you are crying out to God for deliverance, you cannot go into His presence begging Him. You need to go into His presence PRAISING Him! You need to pray and act like the answer has already occurred. That is called Faith. “Well, brother Bob, it sounds like wishful thinking to me. I mean, after all, if I did not receive the answer, if I'm still sick, if I'm still broke, if I'm still without a job or whatever – and I start acting like everything is great – I'm a hypocrite!” Well, my dear brother or sister – you are a hypocrite.  I'm sorry to say – but you are. “AM NOT!”  Oh – yes you are… you just exposed your true self… You are moved by feelings, emotions and the five physical senses.  You are acting on the Faith of doubting Thomas – not Faith in God and definitely not in the Faith of Jesus.  Hold on a minute – don't lose sight of what we are here trying to do. I want to help you get your prayer life off of the natural into the Heavenly realm of reality. Amen! One thing you need to realize is that praise is not dependent on your emotional situation at the time. It is only based on GOD. You need to praise HIM whether you feel like it or not. Amen! In Hebrews 13:15, the Word says, “Let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God CONTINUALLY, that is the FRUIT OF OUR LIPS giving THANKS TO HIS NAME.”  David is the perfect example of someone who could praise God even when his own family was trying to kill him. He would constantly start praising God when it looked like all hope was lost. And God would turn things around. Amen! In Psalm 56:11, David says, “In God I will Praise His Word. In God I have put my trust. I will not be afraid of what man can do to me….” AMEN!  That is how we need to pray! Glory to God! I'm excited just teaching on this today! Shout amen somebody!  The Bible says that God inhabits the praises of His people. The Bible says the enemy is turned back, falls and perishes at the presence of our God. Amen! Praise is a powerful weapon against the forces of darkness when you bring it into your prayer life. It doesn't matter what you are facing our up against. Praise God brings you into the courts of Praise and into the presence of the Lord – and God takes notice. When God takes notice – the devil knows he is in trouble. It's like a burgler trying to break into your house in the middle of the night. He's sneaking around…and then he hears you calling 911.  What's that burglar going to do? FLEE. You were not talking to the burglar. You were not confronting the burglar. You were talking on the telephone to someone that the burglar wanted nothing to do with. And that burglar knows that help is being dispatched right then! Amen!  It works the same way. You don't have to deal with the demon bothering you. Just get on your PRAISE LINE and get God's attention. Help will be dispatched immediately. Daniel was told that the angel was sent as soon as he started praying. Amen! Let's pray right now. I want to help you connect your 911 line directly into God's dispatch center. Amen!  Let's pray and let's PRAISE HIM. Until next time, this is Pastor Bob Thibodeau reminding you from 1 Thessalonians 5:17 in the Living Bible to “Always Keep on Praying!”  Be blessed in all that you do! Please subscribe to this podcast, leave us a quick 5 star review on Apple Podcasts to help us grow and be sure to visit our website for more information on our ministry: https://podcastersforchrist.com/ (https://podcastersforchrist.com). And while you are at the...

“Awestruck” – Piano Instrumental Improvisation for Prayer, Meditation, Relaxation, Soaking Worship Today's interlude was recorded on January 15, 2022. It's a 7:00 interlude of peaceful piano music that is an ideal soundtrack and background music to use for your personal times of worship, soaking worship, prayer, intercession, meditation, mindfulness, relaxation, studying, or resting. Listen to... The post Awestruck | Piano Instrumental [Episode 265] appeared first on Fred McKinnon, Pianist, Composer.

A Prayer For Safety! A prayer led by Dr. Pastor Yolanda Carroll. Join us for our prayer calls on Mondays and Fridays at 7am EST. Dial in at (267) 807-9601 and use code 943334#.

To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/791/29 Demonstrating Dr. Barnhouse's acute understanding of Romans and his heart for effective preaching, these messages skillfully and reverently expound even the most difficult passages in a clear way. Dr. Barnhouse's concern for a universal appreciation of the epistle fuels this series and invites all listeners into a deeper understanding of the life-changing message of Romans.

Ben Stein and co-host Judah Friedman are joined by Gary Collins of SimpleLifeNow.com and Rob Kendall From https://www.wibc.com/mock-n-rob/ to discuss, the abomination that the FBI has become, and how the whole organization needs to be gutted. Plus who is the person whos vote has been suppressed other than conservatives. Plus republicans please seize on law and order, it crosses all aisles.

The God of the universe cares about every problem you have, no matter how small. And he wants to draw you up into purposes far greater than your problems.

Which of these confidence myths are keeping you from stepping into your God-shaped dream? “I have to know what I'm doing before I start pursuing a dream.” “I need to FEEL confident before I start pursuing a dream.” “I need to BE really good at {fill in the blank} before I can even think about starting to pursue my dream.” Each one of these may seem true on the surface. They definitely feel that way in the eyes of the world and our culture. But what does God's Word say about your abilities? It says they are given by God. What does God's Word say about your desire for everything to be perfect? It says that won't happen until heaven.   What does it say about leaning on your own understanding? It says don't do it! Reminded of all that, how can this be the year when you finally say no to these methods of self-sabotage? Your dream is given to you by God for your good and for the good of His kingdom. Can you believe that you've actually been invited to be part of God's redemptive work in the world? It's mind-blowing! And you may choose to participate, or you may choose not to. That part is up to you. But I urge you: You definitely want to say yes if God has put a dream on your heart. And if you believe that along with me, then you've gotta figure out the mindset stuff that's keeping you stuck and afraid to move forward. There's too much at stake here! If even 1% of you wonders whether hiring a coach could help you make some real progress, let's have a conversation. You can reach me via the Book a Call link on my website. We'll have a 30-minute conversation to talk about what you need, what coaching with me looks like, and how I can help you take the next step. I'm confident there's hope for you on the other side of fear, perfectionism, and feeling stalled out. Let's do it!! NEXT STEPS: Connect with Merritt: Website || Instagram || Book a Call Get Connected with the Facebook Community Support the Podcast Leave a Review: Apple Podcasts/iTunes Subscribe: on Apple Podcasts * on Android

Today's Scripture: Mary is reading Proverbs 14:18-35 in the WEB.   Access Pray Every Day every single day on the Pray Every Day App! Not only can you listen, but I’ve created 365 daily devotions you can read as well–all about connecting deeply with Jesus, finding healing, and experiencing His presence. Download the app here: […] The post Proverbs 14:18-35 appeared first on Mary DeMuth.

Psalm 16 1 Thessalonians 5:23 Prayer Requests to psp@sqpn.com

In this episode of Pray the Word on Nehemiah 9:3, David Platt cries out to God to provide spiritual awakening, like what we read about here in Nehemiah 9.View the 2022 McLean Bible Church Reading Plan.

When things fall apart in your life, remember what Jesus is capable of...

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Today's Promise: 1 Peter 3:12 It's easy to get discouraged when it comes to prayer. As a child of God, you can rest assured that your loving Heavenly Father is attentive to your prayers. He is actively listening for your call. God has His ear attentive to your voice. His ear is tuned to your call. You never have to wonder if God hears your prayer. He is eager and willing to hear and answer your prayer.

Psalm 119:65-72 Psalm 56:2-7b,9-14 Psalm 57 Galatians 5:16-17 Prayer Requests to psp@sqpn.com

This episode will help you to build a strong spiritual foundation for a blessed 2022.  Here are 4 things that need to be on your to-do list right now. Connect with God through His WordConnect with God through Prayer  Connect with God's People  Connect to the Will of GodScripture  Acts 2:42-47 42 And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. 43 And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. 44 And all who believed were together and had all things in common. 45 And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. 46 And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, 47 praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.Related Episodes "The Priority, Privilege,  and Power of Prayer" https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/9523644"Prayer Still Works" https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/8462585Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/paulcalcote?fan_landing=true)

Torah & Prayer (Part 2) by Karl Whitehead

Episode 340! The year is 2022, and the show is milking this "Most Anticipated" thing to the max! This week Chris and Shaun talk about their most anticipated "AAA" games. Think Elden Ring hype. Shaun and Chris realized they had the SAME games (first time ever) on their lists, just in different orders and stuff. Jon...well he is like, sick. I mean his name is "Sick Boy" - sooooo. But for reals, Thoughts and Prayers out to our pal. Get well soon bud! Topic Time, Time, time.....26:19 NEWS!!!! 1:07:38 Next time, see us record LIVE on twitch.tv/weeklygameschat. Follow us on Twitter/weeklygameschat. All sounds brought to you by zapsplat.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Friends of the Rosary: On each Rosary, we say six times the Our Father or the Lord's Prayer. This is the most perfect of prayers, as Thomas Aquinas stated in his Summa Theologica. This prayer, a summary of the gospel, sets the Will of God as the supreme principle of all things. When we say “Thy will be done” on me, on us, we express our desire of seeing Heaven and Earth merged, so error and sin are destroyed, and truth implanted. It's a longing for our soul that wants to be run by the Divine Will. It's the conformity with God's will, as we learn in the first Sorrowful Mystery. Ave Maria! Jesus, I Trust In You! + Mikel A. | TheRosaryNetwork.org, New York • January 18, 2021, Today's Holy Rosary, YouTube.com/TheRosaryNetwork • In the Memory of Maria Blanca: Testimonials • Free Online Video Course: Everything You Wanted to Know about the Rosary of Mary • Apply to Become a Member of the Rosary Network

Gen 39:1-41:16, Matt 12:46-13:23, Ps 17:1-15, Pr 3:33-35

Genesis 22-24

Psalms 17:1-15

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Miracle at the Wedding at Cana inspires the question: Is my prayer too insignificant for God to grant?

We all mess up sometimes, but what do we do about it? I heard from a listener this week who is struggling with self-loathing after messing up in a big way. She is having trouble getting past this big mistake and seeking help. In addition to offering prayers for this listener, I share my thoughts on 5 steps for anyone who has messed up in a big way or small way. Snippet From the Show “Allow God to be glorified in your need.” For episode shownotes, text GIRLFRIENDS to 33-777 or visit www.ascensionpress.com/girlfriends.

Here at MAPS Global, we are constantly challenging the status quo. We are always asking ourselves, “How do we get better?”  The best leaders practice behaviors that build healthy staff and healthy teams. They consistently evaluate how they are doing in their leadership role, how they are doing personally, and how they can get better. As we talk through these twenty questions, evaluate how you are doing in these areas and bring a few other people into the discussion to get some honest and helpful feedback.

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We are constantly in a war and we must approach this battle from a spiritual perspective. In this battle, the content of our prayers is of extreme importance. Learn more about how to should incorporate Psalm 20 into your prayers. Support the show (http://www.fbcglenarden.org/give)

These women were so strong and in such difficult circumstances. What can we learn from them?

Scripture of the Day:   Psalm 17:6“I call on you, my God, for you will answer me; turn your ear to me and hear my prayer.”The Courts of PraiseThanksgiving and prayer are very important parts of prayer. When you believe you have received the answer to your prayers (which is how you should be praying – not begging as if it has not happened yet), you can't help but begin to Praise God! Amen!  Praise was ordained by God for a purpose. Psalm 8 and Psalm 9 point out some things about praise that you need to understand. Psalm 8:1-2 say, “O Lord our Lord, how excellent is your name in all the earth! Who has set your Glory about the Heavens. Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings, you have ordained strength because of your enemies, that you might still the enemy and the avenger.”   Now, I want you to notice something here. Jesus, in Matthew 21:16, is quoting this scripture. You do understand that HE IS the WORD OF GOD, right? So, His interpretation MUST BE accurate… Can I get an AMEN on that one? I mean, Jesus, when quoting the Word is talking about Himself. So when He says something in the Word or from the Word – I think we can all agree it must be True, right? Because He also said “The Word is Truth.” Anyway, I could continue to farther along that line – but the point I'm trying to make is this… In Matthew 21:16, Jesus, quoting from Psalm 8:1-2, said, “Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings YOU HAVE PERFECTED PRAISE.”  Jesus is equating STRENGTH with PRAISE. From these scripture which we just read, we can see that GOD ORDAINED PRAISE for the purpose of defeating His enemies. Praising God will stop the enemy, the devil and any demon, right in their tracks! It is like having a tank pull into position and the enemies small arms fire just starts bouncing off the hull…then, the Holy Spirit spins that turret around and when you start PRAISING GOD – BAMMM!  That big tank gun goes off and the enemy is defeated…and all his little demon buddies take off running! Praise God!  No really – give God some Praise right now! Amen! Psalm 9:1-4 says, “I will praise you, O Lord, with my whole heart. I will show forth all of your marvelous works. I will be glad and rejoice in YOU. I will sing praise to your name, O you, the Most High God. When my enemies are turned back, they shall fall and perish at your presence. For you have maintained my right and my cause. You sit on your Throne judging right.” Now, notice – this says WHEN your enemies are turned back. Not IF they will be turned back. Folks, these may seem like small things as you read them – but IF YOU BELIEVE exactly what the Word of God says – they make a world of difference. Amen! We are not wrestling with flesh and blood, but against demonic forces. When you Praise God in advance for the victory – you are praying in the Will of God. When you start to enter His Gates with Thanksgiving in your heart – you are entering the Courts of Praise and your victory is guaranteed. Amen! Let's pray right now and give God some Praise for answered prayer. Whatever it is you are going through right now – just start praising Him for the victory… Until next time, this is Pastor Bob Thibodeau reminding you from 1 Thessalonians 5:17 in the Living Bible to “Always Keep on Praying!”  Be blessed in all that you do! Please subscribe to this podcast, leave us a quick 5 star review on Apple Podcasts to help us grow and be sure to visit our website for more information on our ministry: https://podcastersforchrist.com/ (https://podcastersforchrist.com). And while you are at the website, download the free resource I have for you… it is free and is called, Podcasting for Christians. It will bless you – go and download it today. You can also WATCH these session on our Facebook Playlist at this link: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtKWeKtmv-BwgkquBTsSh-GznbmuUp_R2...

Listen in to Jennifer's daily prophetic prayer broadcast where people are encouraged, inspired, healed and delivered. Prophetic words, spiritual warfare, visions and words of knowledge flow freely. Find Jennifer at jenniferleclaire.org or on Instagram at @thejenniferleclarie, YouTube @jenniferleclaireministries, TikTok @jenniferleclaire and Facebook @jenniferleclaire.

This week, Cara Santa Maria joins us for an atheist review of Prayer Never Fails, the story of ... prayer repeatedly failing. Both on screen and off. --- If you'd like to make a per episode donation and get monthly bonus episodes, please check us out on Patreon: http://patreon.com/godawful Check out our other shows, The Scathing Atheist, The Skepticrat, Citation Needed, and D&D Minus. Our theme music is written and performed by Ryan Slotnick of Evil Giraffes on Mars. If you'd like to hear more, check out their Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/EvilGiraffesOnMars/?fref=ts All our other music was written and performed by Morgan Clarke. To hear more from him, check him out here: https://www.morganclarkemusic.com/ --- Check out more from Cara on the Talk Nerdy podcast

In this episode Richard shares from his library the books he has enjoyed in the last year and some that he is looking forward to reading in the new year. DONATE: Now, through the end of the year your donation can be doubled thanks to a generous donor. If you have enjoyed this podcast and want to support what we do, click here. EVENTS: Find out more and sign up for either our in-person (May 2-4) or online (Feb. 28- Mar 2) Spiritual Leadership Coaching workshop. Click here. Richard will be at the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove on March 28-30 for an event entitled, "SeniorCelebration: Living Victoriously in a Troubling, Confusing, and Dangerous World" Register here. RESOURCES: Beyond Order by Jordan B. Peterson. Find it here. The Gift of Being Yourself by David G. Benner. Find it here. The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self by Carl R. Trueman. Find it here. The Problem of the Old Testament by Duane A. Garrett. Find it here. Life of Martyn Lloyd-Jones, 1899-1981 by Iain H. Murray. Find it here. John G. Patton by John G. Patton. Find it here. With Christ in the School of Prayer by Andrew Murray. Find it here. Gently and Lowly by Dane C. Ortland. Find it here. On Reading Well by Karen Swallow Prior. Find it here. Gunlap by Robert Wolgemuth. Find it here. The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. Find it here. Dangerous Calling by Paul David Tripp. Find it here. Quiet by Susan Cain. Find it here. The Rise of Christianity by Rodney Stark. Find it here. The Cost of Discipleship by Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Find it here.  Paul: A biography by N.T. Wright. Find it here. Smart Leadership by Mark Miller. Find it here. The Emperor Domitian by Brian Jones. Find it here. Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman. Find it here. The Organized Mind by Daniel Levitin. Find it here. Bismarck: A Life by Jonathan Steinberg. Find it here. Peter the Great: His Life and World by Robert K. Massie. Find it here. Louis XIV by Anthony Levi. Find it here. The Holiness of God by R.C. Sproul. Find it here. CONNECT: Follow Richard on Twitter. Follow Richard on Facebook. Read Richard's latest blog posts at www.richardblackaby.com.

Welcome to Episode 162 of the Worship Leader Probs Podcast! Get ready to hear Brian and Jen's tremendous conversation with Tara Cruz, formerly of Vertical Worship. Dive into this episode to find encouragement for your ministry, new resources to check out, and laugh at an unbelievable round of prayer concerns! Check it out - and like, comment, subscribe, and share with a friend! Learn more and stay connected with >>> Worship Leader Probs (instagram.com/worshipleaderprobs) // Brian Tabor (instagram.com/briantabor) // Jen Smale (instagram.com/jensmale) // Tara Cruz (@imtaracruz) Special thank you to our friends at Maven Media Productions for editing the podcast [Follow @mavenmediaproductions and visit www.mavenmediaproductions.com], and our great friend Scott Hoke for the voiceover intro [Visit www.scotthokevoice.com].

Today's Scripture: Mary is reading Proverbs 14:1-17 in the WEB.   Access Pray Every Day every single day on the Pray Every Day App! Not only can you listen, but I’ve created 365 daily devotions you can read as well–all about connecting deeply with Jesus, finding healing, and experiencing His presence. Download the app here: […] The post Proverbs 14:1-17 appeared first on Mary DeMuth.

Be inspired as Joni talks to her prayer mentor about her heart for the world. Keep praying for the nations! God can move mountains through your prayers!

Psalm 31:1-6 Psalm 130 Ephesians 4:26-27 Prayer Requests to psp@sqpn.com

In this episode of Pray the Word on Nehemiah 8:5–6, David Platt teaches us that God's Word ought to lead us to worship him.View the 2022 McLean Bible Church Reading Plan.

Jesus can also help us in our times of need...

Psalm 119:57-64 Psalm 55:2-15,17-24 Isaiah 55:8-9 Prayer Requests to psp@sqpn.com

Matt Scheuneman and Katie Neely from the Open Door are on the podcast to discuss abortion through the lens of caring for those on the post-abortive journey. Matt and Katie host the podcast Open Door from the Biblical Life Center.Katie Neely is the Associate Pastor of Biblical Life Counseling Ministry.Matt Scheuneman, MA, LPC-MHSP is a counselor in the Biblical Life Center at Fellowship and in the Knoxville community. Matt references Gentle & Lowly by Dane Ortlund. Rick references Deeper Still, a ministry dedicated to “bring healing and lasting freedom to abortion wounded hearts.” Katie references The Voyage of the Dawn Treader by C.S. Lewis Matt references kintsugi, the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery. Learn more about the Biblical Life Center here. Matt references the film The Heart of ManKatie references Prayer in the Night by Tish Harrison Warren E-mail Matt E-mail Katie Lauren references Off Stage with Greg and RD who are launching an episode on abortion on Thursday January, 20. Email Rick at rickdunn61@gmail.com or find him on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram. Email Lauren at laurengmorgan@gmail.com or find her on Instagram. 

Today we're praying God would open the eyes of lost friends and loved ones, that they would come to know the goodness of God in Jesus!

Why do we pray? What is prayer?In this episode Jonathan welcomes Dr. Guy Richard to discuss your most common questions about prayer. He is the author of Persistent Prayer and Executive Director and Associate Professor of Systematic Theology at Reformed Theological Seminary in Atlanta.Together, Jonathan and Dr. Richard  unpack the misunderstandings of prayer, explain how prayer can be misused, and offer clarity on how a vibrant prayer life is vital to a healthy relationship with the Lord. To ask Jonathan a question or to connect with the Candid community, visit https://LTW.org/CandidFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/candidpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/candidpodTwitter: https://twitter.com/thecandidpod

After an 8-month break, Jeff begins Season 03 of the 200churches Podcast. Jeff and Jonny will be bringing new content for a new year! Today, Jeff speaks to pastors about what Lifeway Research has presented as the pastor's greatest personal need for 2022, after polling 1,000 pastors! This need of so many pastors can be so easily met...

Week Two Reflections with Hunter https://youtu.be/LnEfwjAyYzA Never give up. That's a popular sentiment these days. It's used in sports and business. It's found on T-shirts, bumper stickers.  Giving up as easy. I've done way too much in my life. I've given up on goals, I've given up on hopes I've given up on relationships. I'm sad to say that I've given up on way too much that I needed to hold on to in this life. And I've also held on to things I should have given up long ago. I've held on to resentments and angers, my need to be right, my need for approval.  I've held on to these things way too long. I should have given up on them right away. Maybe you can relate. It seems like the trick is to give up on the wrong things and never give up on the right things. And Luke 18 Jesus says that we should keep praying and never give up. Prayer seems to be connected to our ability to hold on to the right things. Prayer is a two way conversation. It's relational. We share our hearts our fears, our failures are life with him. And he shares his life. His Word, His heart, his hopes for us. It's a two way thing. God is speaking to us in prayer and we are listening to his voice, his leading. We hear from him and respond and we worship Him. Without this relationship giving up is inevitable. It's just way too easy. But when we do pray, we are given the strength to hold on to endure to never give up. In today's reading, we hear Jacob listening to God speak to him late at night. He hears the voice from heaven. And it happens to be in a place called Beersheba. The last time God spoke to Jacob in Beersheba was many years before. He had been preparing to leave home and head to the land of Huran. fleeing from his brother. As he was leaving, he laid his head on a rock and he fell asleep. And while he was sleeping, he saw a stairway to heaven. And at the top of the stairway he saw the Lord. And the Lord told him, I am the Lord, the God of your grandfather, Abraham, and the God of your father, Isaac, the ground you are lying on belongs to you. I'm giving it to you and your descendants, your descendants will be as numerous as the dust of the earth. They will spread out in all directions to the west and east to the north and south. And all the families of the earth will be blessed through you and your descendants. What's more, I am with you. And I will protect you wherever you go. One day I will bring you back to this land. I will not leave you until I have finished giving you everything I have promised. Well, then Jacob wakes up. And he says Surely the Lord is in this place. And I wasn't even aware of it. But he also said, What an awesome place this is it's none other than the house of God, the very gateway to heaven. That awesome place that gateway to Heaven is where we see him sleeping right now in our passage today. It's years later, and God comes to him once again. And once again Jacob is having to leave this land that God had promised to Him. God is speaking to him. And you might say that God is telling him to keep praying and never give up. Surely this journey of Jacob's didn't look anything like the fulfillment of what God had promised him all those years ago. In that very place. God had promised to make Jacob a great nation, that Canaan would be his inheritance, and that his descendants would be a blessing to all the nations of the world. It didn't look like that promise would be fulfilled anytime soon. Jacob was going in the opposite direction. Jacob would die in a different land all together without seeing this promise fulfilled. But out in the distance. too far for Jacob to see. God was bringing about the fulfillment of all that he had promised. Jacob needed to keep on praying and never give up. He's told that Joseph his son would be with him to the very end, that Joseph would close his eyes. God is saying the same thing to us. Keep praying Never give up. It may look like God has you going in the opposite direction from what he promised you. But out there in the distance too far for you to see. He's bringing about all that He promised.    Someone far better than Joseph is with us. It's not Jacob's son, but God's Son, who will be with you to the very end. Hebrews 11:13 says all these people died, still believing that God had promised them. They did not receive what was promised. But they saw it all from a distance and welcomed it. They agreed that they were foreigners and nomads here on Earth. So keep praying, never give up. God is faithful. If we live a life of faith, a life of prayer, a life in relationship with Him, then we will have the strength we need to never give up. He who promised these things is faithful. He will fulfill all of his promises. We are the recipients of the promise that he made to Jacob, you and I. That promise that Jacob never got to see with his earthly eyes. God has fulfilled. Most of you aren't Jewish, you're not from the nation of Israel. You are the fulfillment of that promise. You have been included in that blessing. So let's keep praying. Let's never give up. The Son, God's son is with us. And He will be with us to the very end. He will close our eyes and he will wake us up.  hallelujah!

This is the first part of a series about Persuasion. In the “Answer to Prayer for Covenant”, we've been commanded to study how to respect one another and to come together by precept, reason and persuasion. In this first part, Denver discusses three concepts; how to respectfully come together, how God works to persuade and how … Continue reading 151: Persuasion, Part 1 → The post 151: Persuasion, Part 1 appeared first on Denver Snuffer.

Gen 37:1-38:30, Matt 12:22-45, Ps 16:1-11, Pr 3:27-32

Psalms 16:1-11

Genesis 19-21