Pastor Edward MonteilhDecember 26, 2021
Introduction
“Pray” Gk word proseuchomai = Interactive exchange of wishes or ideas. Lk 3:21 proseuchomenou = while He was praying
My BQ Run …The Barrier …The Preparation …The Prayers …The Push …The Correlation to my Spiritual Health
Benefits of “Interacting with God” Regarding My Life Service
Key Scriptures: Luke 3:21-23; 4:1-13
1. We are affirmed (Luke 3:22)
A. Re: Our Identity “…My Son…”
B. Re: Our Security “… whom I love…”
C. Re: Our Performance “… I am well pleased.”
2. We are prepared & empowered (Luke 3:22; Luke 4:1)
A. Ability to Resist: Self Sufficiency (Lk 4:3); Illicit Gain (Lk 4:6); Spiritual Recklessness (Lk 4:9-11)
B. Ability and Assistance to Push (Persevere) (Lk 22:42-43)
C. Ability to “Know” the Future (Lk 4:13; Acts 22:17-18)
7 Tips to Establish & Maintain Times to “Interact with God”
1. Make a firm decision. The “What?”
2. Determine an objective. The “Why?”
3. Agree on a good time & place The “When?” & The “Where”
4. Start with something doable. The “How many/much?”
5. Enlist & Utilize support. The “Who?”
6. Be Honest w/God, BUT submit to His will. “Submission/Reward”
7. Keep notes.
