Intercession is more than prayer. Prayer is a form and expression of intercession, but it alone is not intercession. Intercession is not petition. Intercession is position. It’s not something we do–it is something we are. It’s not an exercise we engage in
Jesus’ parable of the soils, also known as the parable of the sower, is found in three places (Matthew 13:1-9; Mark 4:1-9; Luke 8:4-8). A farmer sows seed along a path, rocky places, thorns, and good soil.
On the path, birds came and ate up the seed. On
Study and remind yourself of God’s promises in His word to avoid false teaching and being entangled in the world’s corruption after escaping it. Repent and understand His word to grow in the grace and knowledge of Christ. Study God’s Promises and Add Character to Your FaithGod’s divine power gave everything needed for life and…
In order to equip spiritually healthy people to disciple the needy, grow nations with inter-generational mentoring by encouraging families to mourn over sin that motivates prayer, transform young people into spiritual jewels who attract others through family and friend accountability for character development, and develop model cities so other nations seek God as king over every…
“The deeper we are willing to enter into the death of self, the more shall we know of the mighty power of God, and the perfect blessedness of a perfect trust” (Andrew Murray). Believe God’s grace and preach Christ’s resurrection being accountable to mature believers as you confront the false law gospel, let the law…
“When God comes down, He removes the immovable difficulties. When God comes down, the impossible becomes reality. God moves on behalf of the one who waits.” Understanding God’s power affects how you view and respond to need in peoples’ lives. It affects your character and ability to see God answer prayer. Eliphaz asked if a…
We should not ask, “What is wrong with the world?” for that diagnosis has already been given. Rather, we should ask, “What has happened to the salt and light?” (John R. W. Stott). Paul asked that prayer for unity in Christ and hope in the Holy Spirit empowered the proclamation of the gospel so people…
“Character is not built by battling and excitement alone. The harvest is not ripened by the thunderous forces of nature, but by the secret silent invisible forces. So the best qualities of our spiritual lives are matured by quietness, silence and commonplace ” (A. P. Gouthey). God matures you spiritually as He opens a door…
Seven Modern Sins:1. Politics without principles2. Pleasures without conscience3. Wealth without work4. Knowledge without character5. Industry without morality6. Science without humanity7. Worship without sacrifice (Canon Frederic Donaldson). Proverbs 17 explains how righteous speech produces blessings in all areas of life. Righteousness Produces Holistic RichesRighteous character and wisdom trumps riches and strife because they produce…
The heart of an individual controls the character of their speech. A wise person will have speech that edifies others. A foolish person will have speech that tears down others. The control of the tongue is greatest mark of spiritual maturity. Character of wise speech: 1. Gentle answer turns away wrath2. Makes knowledge…
Three quotes on righteous leadership provide a good introduction to Proverbs 14. “The more tranquil a man becomes, the greater is his success, his influence, his power for good. Calmness of mind is one of the beautiful jewels of wisdom” (James Allen). “There is no power on earth that can neutralize the influence of a…
Many people think Bible reading and prayer is boring. They think it’s a waste of time. They question the value of abiding in His word and asking God for things. John 15-16 lists the following fruits in studying God’s word and prayer: spiritual character, multiply disciples, bear witness, persecution or martyrdom, know truth, see Christ,…