Christian Reflection and Prayer

Scripture:

"8.Let me say first of all that your faith in God is becoming known throughout the world. How I thank God through Jesus Christ for each one of you. 9.God knows how often I pray for you. Day and night I bring you and your needs in to God, whom I serve with all my heart by telling others the Good News about His Son. 10.One of the things I always pray for is the opportunity, God willing to come at last to see you. 11.For I long to visit you so I can share a spiritual
blessing with you that will help you grow strong in the Lord. 12.I'm eager to encourage you in your faith, but I also want to be encouraged by yours. I this way each of us will be a blessing to the other". (Romans 1:8-12) NLT

Reflection:

Do you ever ask questions about how to pray to God. I know I do. I think this is important in my daily living. How do I approach God, What do I say to God, Is there a right way to pray? (etc.). In this passage The Apostle Paul gives us a formula to remember in praying to our Savior. If I may I thought I would pass it along, in hopes it will help you. Vs.8= Prayer should always include thanksgiving. Vs.8= Pray through Jesus Christ. Vs.9= Prayer should be constant. Vs.9= Prayer should be genuine. Vs.9= Prayer should involve intercession. Vs.10= Prayer should be specific. Vs.10= Prayer should be submissive. Vss.11-12= Prayer should be rightly motivated.

Prayer: Father thank you for your Son Jesus Christ, thank you for His love and grace in my life. This is my constant prayer, that you will be with all my friends and all the lost who are in need. I honesty believe that your power is forever in my life and that your power and grace is available to all who believe.
I give my life to you, and I open my heart to your spirit. THANK YOU GOD FOR BEING GOD! IN JESUS NAME AMEN

Scripture:

3And he said: "I tell you the truth, unless you change and become like little children,
you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. (Matthew 18:3)

14Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom
of heaven belongs to such as these." (Matthew 19:14)

Reflection:

How likely do you think it is that when at the end of your life you look to
God and say "In my life I wish I had spent more time at work."
Not likely, most of us will be saying "In my life I wish I had spent
more time with my family."
Parents please make more time with your children! They want and
need it. Now is the time to be a friend to your kids, love them, spend
lots of time with them. Actually make your family the center of your social
life. Give your children ideals for living. Right from the beginning
teach your children moral, ethical, and spiritual principal that will
guide and give a foundation to their lives. Do things together as a
family, have a family night and let your children have a decision in
how you spend your time together. Give your children structure and
discipline. The Bible teaches "Correct thy son/daughter, and he shall
give thee rest." (Proverbs 29:17)
Teach your children to know God, and bring, (not just take) them to
church. Some of the happiest memories of my childhood is that of
Sunday School and Church. I believe it is important that we give
our children a church foundation, and later in their lives they can
decide if they want to keep this foundation in their lives. Above
all love God and with that love, love your family.

PRAYER:

Thank God for my Family!!!!!

Scripture:

"This is the work of God, that you believe in Him whom He sent...
They said to Him, "What sign will you perform?" (John 6: 29,30)

Reflection:

It has always been fascinating to me that people who question the existence of god seem to
always want proof. I think they mentally make a list of things that God needs to do to prove
Himself. Whats sad about all this is that they can't seem to see all the wonderful things God
has already done for them . Even the people who followed Jesus and witnessed His miracles
asked for more and more proof , they were never satisfied. I have a suggestion, instead of
waiting for God to do that one thing that you demand of Him to prove Himself. Why don't
you take a look at what He has already done! I know I do and it makes a whole lot of
difference in my life.

Prayer:

Oh mighty God, I need no proof of you existence because Your grace is constantly
at work in my life. Help me to be ever mindful of Your presence and to always seek
Your guidance in my life. I praise You and honor You! THANK YOU GOD FOR
BEING GOD. In Jesus name amen.