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Every disciple will face it—the season when prayer feels dry. The words seem to bounce off the ceiling. The emotions fade. Silence replaces the nearness you once felt. In those moments, it's tempting to think God has left or that you've failed. But dry prayer seasons are not the end of intimacy with God. They are invitations to press deeper, to move from feelings into faith, and to discover that prayer is not built on emotion but on commitment.Our springboard for today's discussion is:“Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.” — James 1:12 (ESV)Dryness in prayer doesn't mean God is absent—it often means He is drawing you into a deeper level of trust. Just as a good teacher is quiet during the test, sometimes the Father allows silence to strengthen your perseverance.Here's how to overcome those seasons:* Anchor in the Word. When prayer feels empty, lean heavily on Scripture. Pray it, read it aloud, and let it guide your heart when words are hard to find.* Stay consistent. Don't abandon your prayer time because it feels unfruitful. Faithfulness in the dry place builds maturity.* Shift the focus. Instead of asking, “What am I getting from prayer?” ask, “What am I giving to God in prayer?” Worship Him for who He is, not just for what you feel.* Invite the Spirit. Romans 8:26 reminds us that the Spirit intercedes when we don't know what to pray. Trust His strength when yours runs out.Every relationship goes through seasons. If your marriage or friendships were only fueled by emotion, they wouldn't last. It's commitment that carries them through. The same is true with God. Dry prayer seasons refine your love, proving it's rooted in covenant, not convenience.Don't quit in the silence. Often, it's just before breakthrough that the silence breaks.Question of the Day:How do you usually respond when prayer feels dry—do you pull back, or press in?Mini Call to Action:Commit today to remain faithful in prayer this week, even if you feel nothing. Write down one Scripture to pray daily until joy returns.Prayer:Lord, help me remain steadfast when prayer feels dry. Remind me that You are near even in silence. Strengthen my faith to press in, trust deeper, and continue seeking You with persistence.Let's Get To Work!Dry seasons don't last—but faithful disciples do. Keep praying. Keep pressing. The well will flow again.Thanks for reading My Reasons To Believe! This post is public so feel free to share it.My Reasons To Believe is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit myr2b.substack.com/subscribe

Every disciple will face it—the season when prayer feels dry. The words seem to bounce off the ceiling. The emotions fade. Silence replaces the nearness you once felt. In those moments, it's tempting to think God has left or that you've failed. But dry prayer seasons are not the end of intimacy with God. They are invitations to press deeper, to move from feelings into faith, and to discover that prayer is not built on emotion but on commitment.Our springboard for today's discussion is:“Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.” — James 1:12 (ESV)Dryness in prayer doesn't mean God is absent—it often means He is drawing you into a deeper level of trust. Just as a good teacher is quiet during the test, sometimes the Father allows silence to strengthen your perseverance.Here's how to overcome those seasons:* Anchor in the Word. When prayer feels empty, lean heavily on Scripture. Pray it, read it aloud, and let it guide your heart when words are hard to find.* Stay consistent. Don't abandon your prayer time because it feels unfruitful. Faithfulness in the dry place builds maturity.* Shift the focus. Instead of asking, “What am I getting from prayer?” ask, “What am I giving to God in prayer?” Worship Him for who He is, not just for what you feel.* Invite the Spirit. Romans 8:26 reminds us that the Spirit intercedes when we don't know what to pray. Trust His strength when yours runs out.Every relationship goes through seasons. If your marriage or friendships were only fueled by emotion, they wouldn't last. It's commitment that carries them through. The same is true with God. Dry prayer seasons refine your love, proving it's rooted in covenant, not convenience.Don't quit in the silence. Often, it's just before breakthrough that the silence breaks.Question of the Day:How do you usually respond when prayer feels dry—do you pull back, or press in?Mini Call to Action:Commit today to remain faithful in prayer this week, even if you feel nothing. Write down one Scripture to pray daily until joy returns.Prayer:Lord, help me remain steadfast when prayer feels dry. Remind me that You are near even in silence. Strengthen my faith to press in, trust deeper, and continue seeking You with persistence.Let's Get To Work!Dry seasons don't last—but faithful disciples do. Keep praying. Keep pressing. The well will flow again.Thanks for reading My Reasons To Believe! This post is public so feel free to share it.My Reasons To Believe is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit myr2b.substack.com/subscribe

This episode explores the spiritual habit of solitude—slowing a racing mind by following Jesus' example of intentional, regular time alone with the Father. The sermon explains why we must stop anxious striving, be still, and let God refill us so we can pour out to others. Practical steps are offered: find a quiet place, disconnect from distractions, and build consistent, intentional rhythms of prayer, silence, and Scripture to restore your heart and renew your life. ---- Habits of a Healthy Heart—3 Practice Solitude: The Habit of Slowing Mark 1:35-37   Introduction: What do you do when your mind won't stop? Ecclesiastes 2:22-23 – “anxious striving” There is no such thing as intimacy without intentionality. You can't busy your way to God. Mark 1:35-37 Jesus Withdrew: Before starting His ministry. Luke 4:1-2, 14-15 Before making important decisions. Luke 6:12-13 After a long, hard day of work. Matthew 14:23 After ministering to lots of people. Luke 5:15-16 After losing a close friend. Matthew 14:10-13 You can't continue to pour out if you don't fill up. Psalm 46:10 Jesus came to give you abundant John 10:10 You can't give what you don't have. Practice the Spiritual Habit of Slowing (Solitude) Matthew 5:5 MSG Seek God in His Word. Listen for what God says. Journal what God shows you.  Reflect on His faithfulness. Worship Him for who He is and what He's done. Stay in His presence for as long as you can. Find other Podcasts, Sermon Notes and the Bulletin here. https://www.mvcnaz.org/live Stay in touch with our Church Center App at https://www.mvcnaz.org/churchcenter Contact us through our CONNECT form at https://www.mvcnaz.org/connect With Pastor Mike Curry.

Minor Prophets, Major Message: HabakkukHabakkuk 1-3 “How long, LORD…?” Three Lessons from Habakkuk's Journey of Faith:1.Real FAITH involves HONEST QUESTIONS.2.God's JUSTICE is SURE, even when it seems SLOW.3.The life of FAITH is all about WAITING and WORSHIPING. Major Message: When nothing makes SENSE and God feels SILENT, the faithful still TRUST and WORSHIP Him. Takeaways:PRAY your honest questions to God.Remember and reflect on God's FAITHFULNESS.WORSHIP God, no matter your circumstances.ENCOURAGE someone else to keep trusting God.

“Delivered by Emmanuel” Daniel 3 June 8, 2025 Pastor John Choi   ----more---- Daniel 3:14 and Nebuchadnezzar said to them, “Is it true, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, that you do not serve my gods or worship the image of gold I have set up? [15] Now when you hear the sound of the horn, flute, zither, lyre, harp, pipe and all kinds of music, if you are ready to fall down and worship the image I made, very good. But if you do not worship it, you will be thrown immediately into a blazing furnace. Then what god will be able to rescue you from my hand?” [16] Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego replied to him, “King Nebuchadnezzar, we do not need to defend ourselves before you in this matter. [17] If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God we serve is able to deliver us from it, and he will deliver us from Your Majesty's hand. [18] But even if he does not, we want you to know, Your Majesty, that we will not serve your gods or worship the image of gold you have set up.” [24] Then King Nebuchadnezzar leaped to his feet in amazement and asked his advisers, “Weren't there three men that we tied up and threw into the fire?” They replied, “Certainly, Your Majesty.” [25] He said, “Look! I see four men walking around in the fire, unbound and unharmed, and the fourth looks like a son of the gods.” [26] Nebuchadnezzar then approached the opening of the blazing furnace and shouted, “Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, servants of the Most High God, come out! Come here!” So Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego came out of the fire, [27] and the satraps, prefects, governors and royal advisers crowded around them. They saw that the fire had not harmed their bodies, nor was a hair of their heads singed; their robes were not scorched, and there was no smell of fire on them. [28] Then Nebuchadnezzar said, “Praise be to the God of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, who has sent his angel and rescued his servants! They trusted in him and defied the king's command and were willing to give up their lives rather than serve or worship any god except their own God.     Worship Him who alone is able—and has indeed—delivered us: Jesus Christ, Emmanuel.           I.  Who will you worship? (1-14)          II.  Who will deliver you? (15-23)         III.  Who is with you? (24-30)

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