Principle #11--Psalms of Discipleship

"Is anyone listening to me?"

Have you ever felt lost in the white noise of life around you? Have you ever felt that you were failing to connect with those who are closest to you?

A warm greeting to you, my friends. Today's Psalms of Discipleship addresses this great human need; the need to be heard. One thing we can be certain of today: the Lord not only hears us when we pray, but He also is focused upon the cry of our heart. May we all be encouraged this week as we contemplate upon the blessing of praying to Him.

Praying for you; thanks for praying for me,

Denny

Psalms of Discipleship—Principle #11

Life Principles For Those Who Choose To Follow Jesus And Live The Discipled Life

Key Scripture: The LORD has heard my supplication, The LORD receives my prayer. Psalm 6:9

Core Value: Prayer

Who is to pray? Every believer is to pray. No one is exempt from the joy and responsibility of having a dialogue with God. God, the Creator and Sustainer of the Universe, has requested the presence of His children (Heb. 4:15-16). It is through prayer that the believer can approach the throne of grace and receive mercy and find grace to help us in one’s time of need. A quality disciple understands the unique privilege that God has given. The benefit of the discipline of prayer is that it will help the disciple grow spiritually. A disciple who is trained to pray will become a mover and shaker in one’s generation.

Principle #11 & Personal Application: The quality disciple of Jesus Christ not only prays to the Lord, but he or she also knows that God hears them too.

• The Lord not only hears our prayer, but receives it, accepts it, captures it and treasures this intimate conversation with the Creator God and His creation.

• The Lord has an ear to hear even the whispered cries for help from the deepest and darkest parts of our soul.

• The Lord takes delight in having a conversation with His disciples.

Reflect & Respond: Some Really Good Questions To Ponder…

When I pray, how confident am I in my heart that He is interested in listening to me?

What kinds of prayer requests are heavy on my heart today?

Prayer:
Lord Jesus, what an amazing thing it is that You not only hear my prayer (imperfect as it may be), but You receive my prayer; You do not ignore me and turn me away. Please remind me to trust You with the concerns of my heart, both great and small; for You, O Lord, intimately care for me.

The Essential Core Values Of The Quality Disciple Are…
Grace—Worship—Bible Study—Prayer—Community—Service—Evangelism

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