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How the Lord’s Prayer impacts our lives both when we’re in need, and when we have plenty
When your cupboards are stocked, your bank accounts sufficient, and your blessings abundant, can you sincerely pray for “daily bread”? A fresh take on Jesus’ words, “Give us this day our daily bread.”
Discover the importance of community in the Lord’s Prayer
When we choose to follow God we become part of the community of believers. As members of the larger body of Christ, we discover a whole new dimension to Jesus’ prayer, “Give us this day our daily bread.”
What Jesus meant when He said “Give us this day our daily bread”
When we go to the grocery store we buy enough to last us a week, or even a month! But in Jesus’ day, people had to find provision on a daily basis.
Find evidence in Scripture of God’s care for His people
Our basic needs, food, shelter, clothing, all seem so trivial in the grand scheme of things. And yet, Jesus made a point of teaching that God does care about our needs—trivial or not.
Tangible ways followers of God can respond to the needs in their community
All throughout the world there are families in need. There are homes that don’t have food on the table every night.
Personal experiences of God meeting us in our deepest need
Our economy is struggling. Jobs are scarce. Families are tightening their belts, trying to make ends meet. Perhaps you feel the pinch in your own home.
Finding the implications of Jesus’ prayer, “Give us this day our daily bread”
It’s hard to imagine that the God of the universe cares about our smallest needs. Yet Scripture reminds us that not only does He care, but we can trust Him to provide!
Discover that the Lord still cares about providing for His children today
When you read the biblical accounts of Jesus’ life, you witness His immense love for people, and His desire to provide for their basic needs.
Enjoy a musical theme to the Lord’s Prayer that brings Jesus’ words to life
Jesus’ instruction on prayer in Matthew chapter six has become an integral part of Christian teaching. But when the words become routine, their meaning can be lost.
A special verse to carry you through 2013
The coming of a new year brings with it moments of reflection. We look back over past years, the ups and downs, and look ahead with a hope of new possibilities.
A message on the grace and forgiveness of God, and finding a fresh start in 2013
Monday, December 31, 2012
The Land of Beginning Again
IDEA: It’s possible in the coming year to start over again.
PURPOSE: To help listeners realize that they are not trapped in their past.
An exciting tool for digging into Scripture on a daily basis
Americans revere the Bible, but by and large, they don’t read it. That statement summarizing their survey findings by George Gallup is a disturbing one isn’t it.
Find out about an effective resource for developing meaningful quiet times with God
We know that consistent time in God’s Word is important, but how do we begin the process of regular Bible study? Let's talk about a Bible study tool that is near and dear to their heart.
Discover why we celebrate Christmas on December 25th
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
“Now in the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar, Pontius Pilate being governor of Judea, Herod being tetrarch of Galilee, his brother Philip tetrarch of Iturea and the region of Trachonitis, and Lysanias, tetrarch of Abilene, Annas and Caiaphas being high priests, the word of God came to John the son of Zacharias in the wilderness” (Luke 3:1-2).
IDEA: Dating Jesus’ birth depends on external historical information.
PURPOSE: To help listeners see the importance of external historical details in the Bible.
Discover some surprising details surrounding Jesus’ birth
A classic nativity display includes Mary, Joseph, shepherds, wise men, animals, and baby Jesus, all together under the roof of a quaint stable. Discover that the traditional nativity scene may not represent the actual Christmas story! Join Haddon Robinson, Alice Mathews, and special guest Ken Bailey for a special Christmas study.
