Sunday, February 19, 2006

Five Faith-Building Steps to a Powerful Prayer Life

1. Endure: Don't lose heart. Keep praising God for His goodness.
(James 1:1-4)
2. Stop worrying: Ask God for wisdom concerning your situation. (James 1:5)
3. Deal with doubt: Come to God in faith -- and expect an answer! (James 1:6-8)
4. Remember: God is not limited by your circumstances. (James 1:9-11)
5 Persevere: Keep your eyes on God, and thank Him for the victory! (James 1:12)
Through persevering in prayer in each trying situation, praising God and believing in His goodness, we will build the character we need in order to receive all that God has for us without being overwhelmed. And each situation we emerge from in triumph is a small picture of the victory that awaits all believers someday when we receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him!