Testimony: An accounts manager was carrying the burden of his career reputation for years. This burden would often give him anxiety and fear. When he gave all of this burden to the Lord, he felt a weight lift off his shoulders.
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Discussion: What burdens are you still carrying that need to be given to Jesus?
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Holy Bible Scripture: Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I come to you to get rest from all the hectic things going on. Please help me to give all my burdens to you so I can focus on Church and Bible readings without my mind deviating. In Jesus’ name I pray.
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Testimony: An evangelist would have his team pray for a long time before they went out to share Jesus and pray for the sick. They would ask God which areas of the city they should to go to, even if it meant a rough area of town. They would pray this scripture for God’s protection and God always protected them.
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Discussion: The Holy Spirit’s power has been given to the church to those who will obey Him. How does one learn about the authority of Jesus’ name so that the devil does not hurt you?
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Holy Bible Scripture: Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you (Luke 10:19)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Take my faith to the place where I can believe that if I am doing what you called me to do, then you will not allow anything to hurt me. In Jesus’ name I pray.
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Holy Bible Scripture: Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ (Ephesians 1:3)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Let me think on this scripture for awhile to know that I have been blessed with tremendous spiritual blessings. I believe I am equipped for every task you call me to do. In Jesus’ name I pray.
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Discussion: What spiritual blessings did you receive when you made Jesus Christ Lord of your life? What blessings did you receive when you asked for the baptism of the Holy Spirit?
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Testimony: The president of an organization did a Bible study on “Who we are in Christ.” This president learned through his study that Christians are: children of God, redeemed, saved, sanctified, justified, forgiven, loved and blessed tremendously. The blessings include, health, the ability to gain wealth for His purposes and most importantly, eternal life. He says we need to meditate on these scriptures to understand more of God’s spiritual blessings.
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Testimony: A Bible teacher addressed a group of Christians by asking: “How many of you are hot and on-fire for God?” None of the audience put their hand up. He then asked them: “How many of you are cold?” None of them put up their hand. The teacher went on to read this Bible scripture and all were convicted of their luke warm state.
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Discussion: How does hypocrisy destroy the church? How does one become on-fire for God?
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Holy Bible Scripture: So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue thee out of my mouth (Revelation 3:16)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I now see why you would spew out luke-warm Christians. It is because they set a bad example for non-Christians. I ask forgiveness for being a hypocrite. Help me to be on-fire for you all my days. In Jesus’ name I pray.
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Testimony: A computer programmer prays this scripture to help keep his thoughts pure. The enemy tries to tempt this person with thoughts of lust; however, he rebukes those thoughts and focuses on the Word of God.
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Discussion: Do some TV shows, movies and magazines negatively influence your thoughts about God? How can you clean up your thought life?
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Holy Bible Scripture: Commit thy works unto the Lord, and thy thoughts shall be established (Proverbs 16:3)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I commit my works unto you and you will establish my thoughts according to this scripture. Thank you for helping me. In Jesus’ name I pray.
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Testimony: Some close friends made a list of attitudes to work on before they got married. They had excellent marriage counseling and that helped them control the anger, frustration and irritations that pop up in marriage. They made a point of never going to bed at night angry. Their marriage is so strong now that people come to them for marriage counseling.
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Discussion: Do you let anger continue for more than one day? How do you control frustration and irritation?
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Holy Bible Scripture: Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath: Neither give place to the devil (Ephesians 4:26-27)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Don’t let me go to bed in anger. Let me quickly forgive all people as I don’t want to give the devil a foothold in my life. In Jesus’ name I pray.
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Testimony: I took a course on the roots of anger. The speaker explained that so much of anger is developed in the childhood years through various circumstances. The course taught me that many people carry hurts for years and when these hurts flair up, they get so angry that they cannot control their anger nor their tongue.
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Discussion: What hurts do you have that trigger anger in your life? How can you control your anger?
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Holy Bible Scripture: He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city (Proverbs 16:32)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Help me to never shoot off my mouth in anger or frustration. Take control over my spirit so I do not err. In Jesus’ name I pray.
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Testimony: As Bible College students, we were taught to quote chapter and verse when we teach others as the Holy Spirit speaks to people through the Bible. By teaching this way, God’s Word would go forth with power and accomplish great things.
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Discussion: When you pray, do you pray in line with the scriptures? How do you see God’s power work in the scriptures you pray?
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Holy Bible Scripture: So shall my word be that goeth forth out of my mouth: it shall not return unto me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it (Isaiah 55:11)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I thank you that when I speak your words that line up with your Holy Spirit, the situation must prosper and it will accomplish what you please. In Jesus’ name I pray.
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Testimony: We would often go out two by two into the streets and neighborhoods to share Jesus. Most of the time we shared with people in their homes. One afternoon I came across about 10 tough guys. Fear and intimidation tried to get me to walk away and be quiet. However I took courage and shared my testimony before them all. I was amazed to find they listened closely and let me pray for them.
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Discussion: What things has God put on your heart that require courage?
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Holy Bible Scripture: Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the Lord thy God, he it is that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee (Deuteronomy 31:6)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Why would I ever fear when you go with me everywhere and you will never leave me or forsake me. I am strong and am courageous in you. In Jesus’ name I pray.
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Testimony: Two close friends who are now married, wrote their prayer requests in their journals in their single years. They would pray for their future and write down their thoughts. When God brought them together in marriage, they learned what was in each other’s journals. As they looked at the dates of the entries, they were blessed to see how their prayers had been answered.
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Discussion: God delivers us from all our fears, but we forget these victories sometimes. How do you remember God’s victories in your life? Do you journal your victories and go over the journal at a time of discouragement?
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Holy Bible Scripture: I sought the Lord, and he heard me, and delivered me from all my fears (Psalms 34:4)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I seek you Lord and I thank you for delivering me from all fear for I know fear is from the devil. Thank you for always hearing me Jesus. In your name I pray.
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Testimony: One lady got upset when someone told her that Jesus is the only access to eternal life. She thought her good works would be enough to get her into heaven. When challenged to accept Jesus into her life, she did so, and started Bible studies in her home. People that study the Bible realize that it is only by Jesus (who forgives us when we repent and turn to Him) that one can enter a holy heaven where there is no sin.
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Discussion: How are you challenging self-righteous people to read the Bible? How are sins forgiven?
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Holy Bible Scripture: Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved (Acts 4:12)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Other religions think they are right but they have been taught only the traditions of men. This verse clearly says that the name of Jesus is the only one that saves. Thank you for the reports from these other nations that are turning to Christianity after they have finally heard the truth. In Jesus’ name.
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Testimony: Many people struggle with parts of the Bible because they let human reasoning take over instead of faith. These people have never understood what real prophecy is and how God speaks. If they would seek God with all their hearts and ask God to talk to them, they would quickly discover the Bible is true and that God wants to use them to pray for miracles.
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Discussion: How did Moses receive the ten commandments? Do you apply all scripture in your life or only the parts you believe?
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Holy Bible Scripture: All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness (2 Timothy 3:16)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I thank you that every word in the Bible was inspired by you so that people didn’t write their own thoughts but your thoughts. I know this is true because I have seen miracles from your Word to prove it. Thank you for the Bible. Let me respect and cherish your Word. In Jesus’ name I pray.
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Testimony: A couple was asked by God to start a Christian TV station which was a huge step of faith. They needed all the donations to arrive by the end of the month or else the deal would be cancelled. During the last week hardly any money came in. On the last day of the month they were $35,000 short. That same afternoon, a man came in with a check for exactly $35,000 saying he was on his way to buy a boat but the Lord told him to donate the money instead. They rushed to the bank and deposited the check just as the bank was closing. This started the first Christian TV station and many more have been started since then.
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Discussion: How often do you come boldly to the throne of God, by the blood of Jesus, to ask for things? What things would you ask for?
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Holy Bible Scripture: Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need (Hebrews 4:16)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I come boldly before your throne, by the blood of Jesus Christ your Son, to make an appeal for a situation that you are aware of in my life, so that I may receive your grace and ability to handle it. I glorify you and thank you in advance for the successful outcome. In Jesus’ name I pray.
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Testimony: A woman of great faith said you have to constantly examine your heart. She called it a ‘Heart Check Up’ to make sure you are on the right path and doing God’s will. This checkup was to look for things such as envy, jealousy, pride, selfishness, and wrong motives and to have God search your heart and try you. I have found that constant prayer and Bible reading is the only way to keep on the right path that God has for us. There are so many lusts of the world that try to pull us into sin. However listening and obeying God will keep our faith strong and keep us from sins that cause damage not only to us but all those that know us.
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Discussion: Do a heart checkup on yourself right now and discuss any situations you sense that are troubling you.
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Holy Bible Scripture: Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting (Psalms 139:23-24)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Please check my heart and remove all impure motives from me. Thank you for leading me in your paths of righteousness. In Jesus’ name I pray.
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Testimony: A president prays for wisdom and knowledge from God constantly. He tries his best to obey God in everything God asks Him to do. God has blessed his home tremendously even though it is a small home (compared to what he can afford).
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Discussion: What is wisdom from God? What is knowledge from God? Can you give an example of some wisdom or knowledge God gave you?
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Holy Bible Scripture: Through wisdom is an house builded; and by understanding it is established: And by knowledge shall the chambers be filled with all precious and pleasant riches (Proverbs 24:3-4)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I ask for wisdom, understanding and knowledge to build precious works for you. Let me build your physical and spiritual tasks with solid foundations that will not crack with stress. In Jesus’ name I pray.
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Testimony: I attended church for many years before I found out what spiritual warfare was in the Bible. I was leading one meeting when a church leader joined us. As I spoke about each event, everyone seemed confused and asked me to repeat things several times. I looked at the church leader as if to say: “Why am I always repeating myself?” and the reply was, “There is confusion in this room and you didn’t pray over it, did you?” This church leader showed me I needed to bind the enemy in prayer.
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Discussion: How do you discern against confusion? How often do you pray for God’s help in decision making?
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Holy Bible Scripture: For God is not the author of confusion, but of peace (1 Corinthians 14:33)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I command all confusion to leave my mind and I pray for your perfect peace so that my mind may have perfect peace 7 days a week. In Jesus’ name I pray.
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Testimony: A church leader talked much about the Holiness of God and to revere God with holy fear. I had never been taught on the holiness of God but only the love of God, so at first I thought he was out of balance with too much talk of holiness. Later, I discovered that I was the one who was wrong and I needed to worship the Lord with much more reverence. This also produced a need for holiness in my life.
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Discussion: How do you picture yourself standing before the Father in heaven? How important is worship to God in your life?
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Holy Bible Scripture: The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction (Proverbs 1:7)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Let me always revere you and listen to your knowledge rather than be a fool and miss your wisdom. In Jesus’ name I pray.
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Testimony: An elderly lady in our church always tithed even though she had hardly any money. She obeyed this scripture and was praying for a better car. Recently she told me that someone had sent her the money to buy a brand new car!
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Discussion: How do you honour the Lord when you give to Him?
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Holy Bible Scripture: Honour the Lord with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase (Proverbs 3:9)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Let me be quick to give an offering to you from my increase and have me remember all is from you. In Jesus’ powerful name I pray.
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Testimony: On a mission trip, we used an open fishing boat to preach the gospel. In one place someone removed the drain plug in our boat without replacing it, which caused the boat to sink under ten feet of water. Being far away from phones, there was no other solution but to pray that God would do a miracle. It took over three hours to pull the boat to the surface. We laid hands on the waterlogged engines and they started. Any mechanic would say God did a miracle! We praised God all the way home.
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Discussion: Are you anxious about something and if so, have you given it to God? How do you get your mind to quiet down to hear the peace of God?
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Holy Bible Scripture: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6-7)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Let me pray about issues until I get your peace. Clean up my mind so I only think of your thoughts, not thoughts of doubt, unbelief and fear. In Jesus’ name I pray.
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Testimony: Many people tell me they don’t get anything out of going to their church. When they hear of sin in church leadership, it confirms in their mind that they made a good choice to stop going. Their busy lives left only one hour for God per week in church and now they have found an excuse not to go, nor try another church. Many of these people have not committed their lives to God. Becoming a disciple of Jesus is not on the top of their priority list. However if they would remember the first commandment to love God with all their hearts they would want to attend church to serve and worship God, to hear His Word and to grow in faith.
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Discussion: What blessings come to you from going to church? How can you encourage others, who have stopped going, to come to your church?
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Holy Bible Scripture: I was glad when they said unto me, Let us go into the house of the Lord (Psalms 122:1)
(Scripture taken from the King James Version of the Holy Bible)
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Help me to challenge all people to get excited about going to church. I go to church to worship you, to get into your presence and to receive encouragement in the midst of my brothers and sisters. In Jesus’ name I pray.
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