Today’s Reading: Matthew 6:13 (HCSB) Therefore, you should pray like this… And do not bring us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. Today’s Question: When are some times of the day that you are most tempted to sin? Today’s Commentary: At the very least, each person faces dozens of temptations each day.Continue reading “Prayer in the Spiritual War (Lesson #35- Summer School with Jesus)”
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Prayer that Cleanses People (Lesson #34- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 6:12 (HCSB) Therefore, you should pray like this… And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. Today’s Question: What emotions come to your mind when you see the word freedom? Today’s Commentary: There is a great feeling when one is completely debt-free. This has happened for a briefContinue reading “Prayer that Cleanses People (Lesson #34- Summer School with Jesus)”
Prayer that Depends on God (Lesson #33- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 6:11 (HCSB) Therefore, you should pray like this… Give us today our daily bread. Today’s Question: What need has God neglected to provide for you? Today’s Commentary: Depending on the circumstances, I could survive more than a week without food (if forced to). I could survive less than a few days withoutContinue reading “Prayer that Depends on God (Lesson #33- Summer School with Jesus)”
How to Talk to the Father (Lesson #31- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 6:9 (HCSB) Therefore, you should pray like this: Our Father in heaven, Your name be honored as holy. Today’s Question: To whom do you pray? Today’s Commentary: Adoption is a beautiful thing. Our family has been in the process of adopting two little girls (whom we do not know yet) for theContinue reading “How to Talk to the Father (Lesson #31- Summer School with Jesus)”
Prayers that Do Not Impress God (Lesson #29- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 6:7-8 (HCSB) When you pray, don’t babble like the idolaters, since they imagine they’ll be heard for their many words. Don’t be like them, because your Father knows the things you need before you ask Him. Today’s Question: Since God knows all things, why do we need to pray? Today’s Commentary: It mayContinue reading “Prayers that Do Not Impress God (Lesson #29- Summer School with Jesus)”
Prayer That Impresses God (Lesson #28- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 6:5-6 (HCSB) Whenever you pray, you must not be like the hypocrites, because they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by people. I assure you: They’ve got their reward! But when you pray, go into your private room, shut your door, and pray toContinue reading “Prayer That Impresses God (Lesson #28- Summer School with Jesus)”
Seriously Amplifying Your Prayers (Lesson #27- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 6:2-4 (HCSB) So whenever you give to the poor, don’t sound a trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be applauded by people. I assure you: They’ve got their reward! But when you give to the poor, don’t let your left hand know what yourContinue reading “Seriously Amplifying Your Prayers (Lesson #27- Summer School with Jesus)”
Worship That God Refuses (Lesson #26- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 6:1 (HCSB) Be careful not to practice your righteousness in front of people, to be seen by them. Otherwise, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. Today’s Question: What is the right way to live out your faith in front of others? Today’s Commentary: There is a great danger forContinue reading “Worship That God Refuses (Lesson #26- Summer School with Jesus)”
The Ridiculous Pursuit of Perfection (Lesson #24- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 5:48, HCSB Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect. Today’s Question: What is your excuse for your imperfection and failures? Today’s Commentary “Nobody’s perfect.” This is a true statement but is often followed by an excuse for failure. My lack of perfection should not hinder my effort to follow Christ.Continue reading “The Ridiculous Pursuit of Perfection (Lesson #24- Summer School with Jesus)”
Jesus on Hate Crimes (Lesson #23- Summer School with Jesus)
Today’s Reading: Matthew 5:43-47 (HCSB) You have heard that it was said, “Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.” But I tell you, love your enemiesand pray for those whopersecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father in heaven. For He causes His sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on theContinue reading “Jesus on Hate Crimes (Lesson #23- Summer School with Jesus)”
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