Prayer is another principle of "one anothering" in Scripture. We often think of prayer as simply getting on our knees to ask God for something. But this word for prayer means more than that it means to seek, ask, beg, or implore.

The prayer described in this passage is fervent and continuous, actively bringing about change. The person seeking the Lord is a righteous man who loves God, knows he is a sinner, and believes in the work of Christ on the cross, following Him faithfully. The powerful prayer of this righteous man is very effective. James gives us the example of Elijah, who prayed for the rain to stop and then, three and a half years later, prayed for it to return.

We must diligently pray for others in this same way. It brings encouragement and refreshment to the soul of the person for whom we pray - and to our own hearts.

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When this is the day you want to righteously bring up your children in the fear and admonition of the Lord, then get so deeply acquainted with the Word of God that it is never far from your lips. Pray for obedience to God's law; that is His will for you as a believer.

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Resources:

Face to Face: Praying the Scriptures for Intimate Worship Paperback by Kenneth D. Boa

Truth and Grace Memory Book One: Ages Two to Nine by Thomas Ascol

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Understanding what hospitality means in hosting is so important. Not because we need to be women who know how to whip up a gorgeous charcuterie tray and have the right conversational layout in our living rooms, but because of the very opposite - we are commanded to be hospitable, and we should be able to do that well within our homes.

One meaning, many applications. Today we're going to zoom in on the application of hospitality in hosting.

1 Peter 4:9 - Show hospitality to one another without grumbling.
Romans 12:13b - Seek to show hospitality.

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When this is the day you feel like you aren't rooted in your church, invite someone over to share a meal.
When this is the day you feel on the outskirts of the church body, invite someone over to share a meal.
When this is the day you wish you had more friends at church, invite someone over to share a meal.

You get the point. Inviting someone over and sharing a meal with them, is the best way to show hospitality, and a great way to work towards knowing and being known, seeing and being seen.

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Resources:

Wait: Waiting on God in a World that Won't Wait by Smedly Yates

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Do you ever use words without really knowing what they mean? Do you speak "Christianese"? It's important to study the historical and cultural background of words so we can interpret them correctly and understand what we're truly saying.

Yet, like the imperfect and sometimes careless people we are, we often use words based on their connotations rather than their true meanings. Today, we're going to look at four words that many of us have spoken - and certainly sung - to better understand their full significance. Our hope is that the next time we use them, they will carry deeper meaning for us, and reflect better, the glory of our Savior.

The four words we'll explore are: Gloria, Hallelujah, Amen, and Bless.

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When this is the day you end your prayer with "Amen," remember that you are declaring your belief that your words are heard by the one true and powerful God. You are affirming His character and trusting Him to hear and answer according to His will. You are not simply finishing a prayer, and it is not about naming and claiming everything you want to happen. "Amen" is an act of worship to the righteous Creator and Ruler of all.

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Resources:

Worship: The Ultimate Priority by John MacArthur

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