By Bob Stacy I sat alone on a camp bench thinking about the sermon I would preach that evening. An hour before I had spoken to the youth about the joy of the life of Christ. As I sat there deep in thought, one of the campers approached me and said, “Smile, Mr. Stacy. That’s […]
Praying together as a couple
My husband and I talked with our minister who encouraged us to begin praying together. We were too embarrassed to ask how to do this, so we’re asking you for guidance. Like all communication, prayer is a vital link that gives meaning to a person’s life and relationships. Couple prayer has been the […]
Rare prayer
By David Faust Over the years I have heard (and spoken) a lot of prayers: public prayers, private prayers, long prayers, short prayers, earnest prayers, desperate prayers, pompous prayers that sounded like they were intended to impress the crowd, and humble prayers that came from the depths of a contrite heart. Roy Mays battled […]
Divine Dialogue
By Vicki Edwards Through prayer we have the amazing privilege of speaking with the Author of Life, the Creator of the Cosmos, the Designer of DNA. We were not created to live independently from God, but to live in complete dependence and in constant communion with him. Honesty Before God I have spent much […]
The Privilege of Prayer
By Sandy Quandt Prayer is a privilege. We should not take it lightly, nor should we neglect it. Prayer is a tool. It is used to take our praises, requests, thanksgiving, and repentance before the throne of God. Prayer is a lifestyle. It should become as natural to us as breathing. Prayer Is a Privilege […]
