Prayer and Faith
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Wisdom for the Asking
By C.H. Spurgeon0PRO 2:6PRO 3:5JAS 1:5C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the necessity of seeking divine wisdom, acknowledging our inherent folly and the limitations of human understanding. He encourages believers to approach God in prayer, confidently asking for wisdom, which He generously provides without reproach. Spurgeon expresses gratitude for the simplicity of this promise, highlighting that wisdom is available to all who humbly seek it, regardless of their past mistakes or ignorance. He reassures that God will guide us through life's complexities and grant us understanding that surpasses worldly knowledge.
Say Unto My Soul, I Am Thy Salvation
By C.H. Spurgeon0PSA 34:18PSA 42:5PHP 4:6JAS 1:5C.H. Spurgeon reflects on the prayer 'Say unto my soul, I am thy salvation,' emphasizing that even David experienced doubts and fears, which reassures believers that they are not alone in their struggles with faith. He highlights the importance of seeking assurance from God through prayer, valuing it as essential for spiritual well-being. Spurgeon encourages believers to pursue a personal and vivid assurance of salvation, reminding them that true contentment comes from a divine testimony to their souls. He stresses the necessity of being alone with God to cultivate a clear sense of His love and presence. Ultimately, he calls for a deep, personal connection with God, where believers can confidently claim His salvation.
A Loving Father
By Zac Poonen0PSA 37:4PSA 84:11MAT 6:26MAT 7:11JHN 16:27HEB 8:11Zac Poonen emphasizes that God the Father is not a strict figure but a loving parent who cares deeply for His children. He highlights that it was the Father's love that sent Jesus to save humanity, and that believers should approach God in prayer with the confidence of being loved and cared for. Poonen encourages the congregation to recognize that God listens to all His children, regardless of their maturity in faith, and that faith is essential for effective prayer. He reassures that God delights in giving good gifts to those who seek Him, reinforcing the idea that God is a good Father who desires to fulfill the needs and desires of His children. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a deeper understanding of God’s fatherly love as the foundation of faith.
Twenty-First Lesson. ‘If Ye Abide in Me;’ Or, the All-Inclusive Condition
By Andrew Murray0MAT 7:7JHN 14:13JHN 15:5JHN 15:7ROM 8:32GAL 2:20PHP 4:13JAS 4:81JN 3:221JN 5:14Andrew Murray emphasizes the vital connection between abiding in Christ and the effectiveness of prayer, asserting that the promise of answered prayer is contingent upon our willingness to fully abide in Him. He explains that true abiding involves a deepening relationship characterized by faith, obedience, and the indwelling of Christ, which transforms our desires to align with God's will. Murray challenges believers to recognize that unanswered prayers may stem from not fulfilling the condition of abiding, and encourages them to pursue a deeper, more intimate relationship with Christ. He reassures that as we grow in this abiding relationship, we can confidently claim the promise that whatever we ask will be done for us. Ultimately, he calls for a commitment to seek the fullness of life in Christ, trusting in His promises.
The Wise Sayings of George Mã¼ller - Part 3
By George Mueller0PSA 37:4PRO 3:5MAT 6:33JHN 15:7ROM 8:28PHP 4:61TH 5:17HEB 12:6JAS 1:51PE 5:7George Müller emphasizes the importance of seeking God's approval over the opinions of others, highlighting that God's chastisements are acts of love meant to guide us back to Him. He reassures believers that God will provide for their needs as they trust in Him, and that true partnership with God requires aligning our will with His. Müller encourages persistent prayer and faith, asserting that answers to prayer come through unwavering trust in God's timing and will. He also stresses the significance of making decisions, especially in marriage, with careful consideration of God's guidance. Ultimately, Müller reminds us that faith, prayer, and the Word of God are essential for overcoming life's challenges.