The Time Is Now - Developing A Lifestyle Of Prayer

Ephesians 6:12,18

Read B'xodus 17:9-13. There were two wars being fought here-one visible, one invisi­ ble. The winner of the invisible war determined the winner of the visible war. Moses' uplifted hands represented intercession on behalf of God's people. We must fight the same way. We can win the war, first in the invisible realm, then in the visible. Now read Jesus' words in Luke 22:31-32. When we pray faithfully, God responds to faith and strengthens us to stand against anything. We can then walk in confidence and security under God's protection.

10. In light of the preceding two passage�\ name two or three people you can pray for; and describe the ways in which your prayers might result in their protection.

11. Take a few minutes now to tell God what blessings you desire mostfromHim. Don't worry. That's not selfish. He wants to bless you! Look back through this lesson for ideas.

12. Now spend several more minutes talking toHim about the investment you are con­ sidering making, in order to receiveHis blessings and to know Him bette,: You may still be tentative, not quite ready for afirm, specific commitment. Take your time deciding. W1'ite below some of your ideas about the commitment you might make.

The Next Step Turn now to '"I\venty Steps to Daily Prayer" (page 147) and continue reaping the benefits by taking the next step this week. Memory Passage "Remember this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously." -2 Corinthians 9:6