Welcome! We pray that you have all had a precious time worshipping the Lord this morning! Below you will find some thought provoking questions that will provide you a starting point to your journal writing to complete this week. We hope that you will find this time soul satisfying!
Our reading this week was Matthew 6 - 18...
1. How do you think Jesus would evaluate your prayers? Because of life’s fast pace, we can easily fall into the habit of praying by rote or formula. Today, refresh your prayer life by talking to God as though He were sitting beside you. You may want to write Him a letter, pouring out everything that is on your heart.
When you pray, don’t babble on and on as people of other religions do. They think their prayers are answered only by repeating their words again and again. (Matthew 6:7)
2. List the most meaningful good gifts that God has given to you. Read aloud the list to the LORD, and thank Him. Like Katherine Bates, who penned “American the Beautiful” atop Pikes Peak as she contemplated the beauty of Creation, perhaps you will feel inspired to write a poem about the beauty of God’s blessings to you.
If you sinful people know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Heavenly Father give good gifts to those who ask Him. (Matthew 7:11)
3. What kinds of tyranny can dominate your life? Guilt? Anxiety? Busyness? Give to Jesus whatever burdens you are bearing today. Find rest and freedom in Him.
Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke fits perfectly, and the burden I give you is light. (Mathew 11:28-30)
