Walk in a
manner worthy of the Lord—reliable. Prayer is a powerful thing. God gives us
the ability to access Him through our prayers—and He is all powerful, so that
opens doors to more power for us. Jesus said…Until now you have asked for nothing in My name; ask and you will
receive, so that your joy may be made full. John 16:24. Simply ask—pray. Just
as Paul wrote to the Colossians, I have not ceased to pray for you and ask that
you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all spiritual wisdom and
understanding. Do you know that even if I don’t know you…I do pray for you as
you read this blog? I ask God to bless you with understanding and wisdom…and
joy as you apply His word to your life.
Larry McCall in his book Walking like Jesus Did asked “Who do you want to be like when you grow up spiritually?” What a
great question. Of course we’d hope the
answer would be to be more like Jesus as we mature spiritually. Are you
striving for that? How’s your progress? Who is holding you accountable? Find
someone who is seeking to know Jesus more deeply and hold each other
accountable as you walk in a manner worthy of the Lord. Jewish people have the
custom of studying scripture in the presence of others—a haverim. The principle
that Jesus told His disciples when He taught them about prayer can apply to
anytime we are focusing on Jesus…Again I
say to you, that if two of you agree on earth about anything that they may ask,
it shall be done for them by My Father who is in heaven. For where two or three
have gathered together in My name, I am there in their midst. Matthew
18:19-20. Imagine that Jesus is with you now. We are gathered at our computers,
studying His word, seeking to know Him better, and praying that He will bless
us with answers to our earnest prayers. Jesus is here.
Training Tip – Do your children know that concept that Jesus is
with them always? Read the scripture in Matthew 18:19-20 and in Hebrews 13:5 (I will never desert you, nor will I ever
forsake you) to them and talk about how Jesus is always with us…when we are
awake, asleep, playing soccer or baseball, riding in the car, playing, or
praying. Set an extra place at your table tonight…and don’t be too surprised if
the children share their food with Jesus!
What verses
have your children memorized? Help your children memorize verses about God, His
creation, His love for us, and their responsibilities—loving others and obeying.
Make flash cards and practice the verses (one verse per week) in the morning and evening. Here’s a
short list you may want to include:
Genesis 1:1- In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.
Psalm 19:1 - The heavens declare the glory of God.
Psalm 139:14 - I am wonderfully made.
Deuteronomy 6:5 - You shall love the LORD your God
with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might.
Matthew 22:39 - You shall love your neighbor as
yourself.
1 Corinthians 10:31 - Whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.
Colossians 3:20 - Children, be obedient to your parents in all things.
1 John 4:7 - Beloved, let us love one another, for
love is from God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God.
Psalm 118:24 - This is the day which the LORD has made; Let us rejoice
and be glad in it.
Matthew 18:20 - For where two or three have gathered
together in My name, I am there in their midst.
Lord God, You are awesome and we worship You. Help
us to walk and live in a way that is pleasing to You and may we be more like
Jesus everyday. Thank you that You are always with us and that You hear our
prayers.
All
scripture quoted from the New American Standard Bible (NASB) unless otherwise
noted.
© 2013 by Mickey
M. Hunacek. All rights reserved.
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