Episode 42: Messy, Watchful, and Humble Prayers
“God is always doing something. It may not be what we want or what we expect, but that doesn’t mean that God isn’t working… Our goal as we pray is to be watchful, to develop an eye for Jesus, and to look not just at what God is doing outside of us but even what […]
Episode 41: Praying Without Ceasing
“You would be surprised at all the moments in your day that can be used for prayer. Waiting in line, brushing your teeth, before you start your work day, on your commute, when you are having trouble going to sleep, while working out, this list goes on. Be aware of these times and use them […]
Episode 40: Praying Relentlessly
“Lighthouse, what is your strategy for the coronavirus and all the troubles that come with it? Is it merely ducking your head, doing better, and trying harder? Is it a waiting game that rests on your resilience to survive? Or is it a humble pleading with God? Is it letting your concerns lead you to […]
Episode 37: Prayer Walking
“Walking and praying obviously isn’t the only way of drawing near to God, nor is it a secret technique, but it was something that had helped me cultivate an awareness of God’s presence during this season. As much as I hope to see some of you on the streets, may we all draw even nearer […]
Episode 25: Fervent Prayer
“So I encourage you to pray – not with a bunch of these and thous, but just pour your emotions and angst and frustrations out before God. Not as a means of catharsis or to nurse your grief or wallow in your pain, but because this is how you genuinely feel, this is real. And […]
Episode 17: Passion Week: Maundy Thursday
“Knowing that God is with us in the dark should encourage us to hold onto Him even more tightly because in the dark we are certain that He is our one good thing. So in the midst of your struggles how are you leaning on God? Are you praying all the more? Are you praying […]
Prayer Requests (2 Thessalonians 3:1-5)
Key Idea: Your relationships with one another should be marked by a consistent asking for prayer from one another and praying for one another.
Prayer in Discipleship (Psalm 40)
Theme: Understanding the necessity of prayer Why we pray Why we pray together
Surpassing Peace (Philippians 4:2-9)
The Peace of God in Our Relationships (vv. 2-3) We shouldn’t be surprised by the presence of conflict with one another. Move towards others humbly and helpfully. Aim for gospel affection. The Peace of God in Our Circumstances (vv. 4-7) How we relate to others How we relate to God The God of Peace in […]
Growing a Prayerful Heart (Psalm 63)
A Prayerful Heart desires God A Prayerful Heart delights in God A Prayerful Heart depends on God