Acts 4:29
God's word is good. Here's a little bit of what he's been feeding us with:A prayer by the disciples in the midst of persecution and threats:
"And now, Lord, behold their threatenings: and grant unto thy servants, that with all boldness they may speak thy word..."
Acts 4:29
They did not cower in response to the threats for preaching the message of the Lord (though it's possible they were afraid). They did not scatter. They did not pray that God would protect them and keep them safe from harm. They did not pray that God would soften their persecutor's heart to cease their hostility towards them. They prayed for boldness to continue to speak his word despite the circumstances.
Lord, may our prayer be one which is kingdom-centered and not me-centered, especially in the face of opposition and circumstances. May our hearts and minds be focused on your will rather than our convenience and comfort. May we be quickened to pray for your purpose to be accomplished and your glory to manifest before praying for our own safety and security.... because greater things will happen.
I will not fear the grinding wheel, for my maker will only refine me and make me useful.
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I am just getting my work day (week) underway (it's Monday morning) and I decided to read your blog and catch up with how things are going there with your guys. When I read your post I had to stop and praise God because it's the message I needed to read today. Word has a way of showing up when you need it. And here it is at the Almond Tree. What an inspiring post! Yes, Christ-centered, not self-centered and standing fast with courage focusing on fighting the good fight, the encouraging words I need today. I am blessed and so are you. You can not curse what God has blessed.
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