God Wants To Hear From You

We already heard about some NEW YEAR MIRACLES at church yesterday: the testimonies shared were inspiring and I had the privilege of baptizing Amethyst...
Sermon Notes from yesterday's Celebration Service:

Every child of God is called to a lifestyle of prayer. So how do we bridge the gap between knowing the good that we ought to do and actually putting it into practice? Here are a few principles to keep in mind:
1. Prayer is a responsibility AND a privilege. (Matthew 6:5-13)
Jesus didn't say "if you pray," but "when you pray." While spending time in prayer requires a sustained commitment and produces some real challenges, it's also important to avoid viewing prayer as merely a responsibility to be met. Jesus invited us to hold conversation with God. there can be no higher privilege than entering His Presence.
2. God hears us. (Psalm 34:15-18)
Our prayers don't just bounce off the ceiling. God listens because He cares. And this compassion leads to powerful acts on our behalf when we seek Him in prayer.
3. Consistent prayer requires commitment. (Colossians 4:2; 1 Peter 5:8)
The commitment to prayer is a spiritual battle that requires devotion.
4. We need prayer now,, more than ever. (1 Peter 4:7)
Jesus is coming soon! Recognize the urgency of personal prayer. Refocus your attention on God's kingdom...

We had a special guest with us yesterday...the well-known Christian Author, Phillip Yancey! Ok, so he wasn't there in the flesh, but the dvd clip was inspiring. My favorite thought that was shared is that prayer is really A VACATION WITH JESUS!
I am thankful for the prayer resources provided by the Assemblies of God National Prayer Center...I will be sharing them throughout this sermon series...(Week Of Prayer, Called to Pray)
I hope you will use the bookmarks and such as you START THE NEW YEAR RIGHT...