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Prayer

Are Miracles Possible?

Are Miracles Possible?

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Are miracles real? A miracle is, by definition, an act of God. So if God exists, and I believe he does, they should be expected to occur.

rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all things

Rejoice, Pray and Give Thanks – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

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Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. Nothing needs saying.

two men went up to pray

Two Men Went Up To Pray – Luke 18:9-14

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In Jesus parable, two men went up to pray. One was self-righteous, and not heard by God. The other humbled himself, and was exalted by God.

the parable of the persistent widow

Parable of the Persistent Widow – Luke 18:1-8

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The parable of the persistent widow teaches us to be faithful in bringing our needs before God. He loves us and will respond. In his time.

example of the early church

The Example of the Early Church – Acts 2:42-47

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The example of the early church provides us with a successful template for being the church today. Be devoted to God and the body of Christ.

into the mountains to pray

Going into the Mountains to Pray – Matthew 14:23

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I love Jesus example of going out into the mountains to pray. I enjoy the time when I can get out like that and spend time alone with God.

Two went up to pray: a deacon and a prostitute

A Deacon and a Prostitute: A Parable Retold – Luke 18:9-14

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What would Jesus' parable of two men going to pray look like in today's world. Might it be a Baptist deacon and a common prostitute?

Forms of prayer

Forms of Prayer: Text Messaging, Email, and Face to Face

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What form does you prayer take? Is if like text messaging, or maybe emails? Or do you take the time to sit at his feet and just be with him?