Acts 2:41-47
41 So those who received his word were baptized, and there were added that day about three thousand souls.42 And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. 43 And awe[a] came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. 44 And all who believed were together and had all things in common. 45 And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. 46 And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, 47 praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved.
SOAP – Acts 2:42
The first followers of Jesus Christ were characterized by their unity, their dedication to following Jesus’ teaching, their devotion to each other in service and fellowship, and their commitment to prayer. Those who are followers of Christ have been given the gift of prayer. Prayer allows believers to intimately communicate with the Almighty God. Prayer is the source of nourishment for a believer’s spiritual growth. Through prayer, believers align their lives, their service, and their ministry with God’s will for them. Through prayer, believers have a powerful weapon against spiritual attack. Through prayer, believers are privileged to get to know God Himself. What is your prayer life like? Do you view prayer as a privilege to grow in intimate connection with Almighty God? Do you begin and end each day in communication with the One who wakes you up and guides your day? If not, will you begin today? Father God, You have created all things for Your pleasure, desiring intimate and honest connection and communication with me each day. Lord, what an awesome and wonderful privilege it is to know You! Lord, remove any obstacles that prevent or distract me from praying to You daily. Lord, help me to diligently make my prayer life a priority. Lord, make prayer my first response to any circumstance and before taking any action. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
You asked specially what we are praying for. I’m praying for the restoration of my marriage.
Im specifically praying for my husband, his physical, mental and emotional health. He is a saved man but Im placing him, and our marriage entirely in Gods hands. Starting here and now, Im stepping down, removing myself and allowing God to step in completely.
Right at the end of 2019, I’m doing this study and taking it into my new year! I pray for my family – for my dad fighting brain cancer (and winning so far through his faith in the Lord!), for my parents finances because of his medical treatment, for their faith to remain strong in this battle, and for my brother, that he will have a personal encounter with the Almighty God and restore his faith. Amen!!
I will be praying for my marriage. Also, praying for God to work in my life to help me find a job that’s perfect for me. To open doors and show me favour with employers.