Q: If everything is already determined and decreed by God, why pray? Suggested Daily Reading: Genesis 24:1-28 God does not need us to inform Him of our thoughts or needs in prayer. He already knows them perfectly. Prayer will not change God’s will. All is included in His eternal decree. But, God encourages us…
Intercessory Prayer And for me, that utterance may be given unto me, that I may open my mouth boldly, to make known the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in bonds: that therein I may speak boldly, as I ought to speak. Ephesians 6:19, 20 Read Ephesians 6:10-20 The apostle Paul…
Question: The Bible speaks often of the power of prayer. For example, the Bible says the prayer of a righteous man availeth much. However, if God has everything preordained/planned, how do our prayers have power? How can God both listen and answer prayer while already having everything set out according to His will? Answer:…
Question: My question, which I have always thought was a personal issue, is: How can i strive to read my devotions and pray more diligently? I always feel that it’s said so easily to read and pray but I find myself struggling to remember to do daily devotionals and pray and if I do remember…
Let’s face it, we have been going through life and it all seems to be going pretty well. Then something happens; whether a friend tells you something, a burden rises back up in your life, or you have to tell a close friend something important. These kinds of events change who we are, how we…
Question I want to do what is right, yet I fall again and again. I repent, get up again, and attempt to change; however I get depressed when I seemingly fall again and again. How can I break the cycle of sin? How can I grow in the ability to fight sin via Christ and…
Really, now! Have you ever tried it? Is that a way to answer such a serious call for help? It may be a little shocking to some but it is a method I learned from one of our pioneer pastors, long since in glory, who would ask this of people who said they couldn’t believe.…
Question “Should I pray for a marriage partner in the future? What traits should I look for?” Answer Suggested Reading: Genesis 24:1–27 We should pray for God’s guidance in all aspects of our lives, especially for such important decisions as a marriage partner. While God calls some to single life, such as the Apostle Paul,…