The Time Is Now - Developing A Lifestyle Of Prayer

cess. As it is a sign of a false, selfseeking heart, that can be content to be still doing, and yet see no fruit of his labor; so I have obse r ved that God sel­ dom blesseth any mans work so much as h�� whose heart is set upon the success of it. -Richard Baxte1; The Reformed Pastor You may be one who, for years, has put on a happy face, living out an adequate life, just like others you know. You are satisfied with a house, a cat; a lawn, and a dog. But the pleasant facade does nothing to change what you feel inside-fear, despait; inadequacy, low self-worth. Pay attention to the hunger God has placed in you, and you will do yourself the greatest favor ever. When God stirs your imagination with a dream, challenge your fear. Step up and say, "I love You, Lord. Here I am. Send me." Not a single person was ever designed for medi­ ocrity. Every one was designed for greatness. A dream is a desire felt so strongly that we think and meditate on it constantly until we see it in our mind as clearly as if it were reality. A dream believes that what is desired will happen; it is accompanied by anticipation and positive expectation. People who dream tend to be upbeat and enthusiastic. They give hope to those around them, attracting people to their dreams and causes.

10. According to 2 Timothy 1:6-7, Psalm 37:4, and Haggai 1:14, what is our part and what is Gods part in stirring our passion?

Gods part

Our part

Prayer and Dreams Let's return once more to that darkest of all nights, the eve of the Messiah's execution. In the face of apparent defeat, Jesus proclaimed His eternal sovereignty and victory. 11. ReadJohn 14:12-14. Immediately on the heels of His promise to do even greater works through us, how doesJesus explain the means by which He will accomplish these things (vv. 13-14)?