Week 1 The Purpose of Spiritual Gifts May 26-30
Spiritual Gifts are special abilities given by the Holy Spirit and distributed to every believer according to God’s design and grace for the common good of the body of Christ. The purpose of spiritual gifts is to glorify God, encourage believers, and build up the body of Christ. Discovering and using our spiritual gifts is…
Prayers of God’s People-Week 5: Prayer of Deliverance – Hezekiah May 19-23
The story of Hezekiah offers us a powerful lesson, right living leads to right praying. This isn’t about earning God’s favor but about living in a way that naturally leads to a deeper, more effective prayer life. Hezekiah was a king who faced immense pressure, yet he was known for doing what was right in…
Prayers of God’s People Week 4: Prayer of Dependence – Habakkuk May 12-16
The story of Habakkuk offers profound insights into trusting God even when life doesn’t make sense. Habakkuk lived during great turmoil as the kingdoms of Israel and Judah faced destruction and exile. Yet, his journey of faith and prayer provides a roadmap for us today. Whether it’s personal struggles, economic difficulties, or global crises, we…
Prayers of God’s People-Week 3: Prayer of Surrender – Mary May 5-9
Mary is visited by the angel who announces that she will conceive Jesus, the Son of God. Despite her initial questions and the unexpected nature of this message, Mary responds with faith and humility, declaring herself the Lord’s servant. This moment illustrates the need to move away from self-sufficiency and embrace God’s sufficiency by relinquishing…
Prayers of God’s People- Week 2: Prayer of Desperation April 28—May 2
After God’s people were exiled from the Promised Land to Canaan, God raised up Nehemiah as a great leader to re-establish them in their land. Nehemiah’s great leadership began in prayer. We may not feel like leaders, but all of us can be used by God wherever we are. The key to God’s work in…