Thursday, March 5, 2009

My He's STILL got the whole world in his hands-Part 2


Scripture: 
  • Romans 8:28
  • Philippians 4:4-7
Music Selections:
  • Everlasting God-By Chris Tomlin*
  • Glory to God-By Steve Fee*
  • Lead me to the cross-Hilsong
*Performed by Todd Fields

God tends to get our attention in Uncertain times.  Andy opened by saying that
"during uncertain times people are more likely to pray.  when life spins out of control we tend to go straight to God"
 He used the example of a plane about to crash.  That people automatically turn to God and start praying even if they've never prayed a day in their life-they would start to pray.  
Then Andy raised the question-
"What do we do while we wait for the uncertain times to pass?
Well we could spend the time necessary to focus on Gods love for us, and that he will take care of us all.

He later said that
kindness is a result of our circumstances.
 Meaning when we HAVE money to give-we give.  When we don't we tend to not give, or give less.

What do we do in Uncertain times?  Pray, Pray, and when you think you've prayed enough-pray more!

" But in every situation-by prayer, petition, and thanksgiving, present(or reveal) your situation to God"  

You prey until peace comes.  Be it a day, a month, a year, 20 years!  Definitely easier said then done there eh?  
"Take your prayer a step further" Andy says "Prey at the level of insecurity and fear.  Reveal something to Go you've NEVER revealed before"
  • Here's what I want God
  1. I need you to ________
  • Here's why I want it God
  1. I'm afraid that if you don't________
Reveal your deepest feelings/thoughts/HOPES to God.  The main point this week was that prayer is the way to go.  Prayer is the gateway to God, and a relationship with him.  

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