Fruits of the Spirit is a condensed study of the spiritual gifts from God and The Holy Spirit chronicled in the book of 1st Corinthians chapter 12. Throughout this study guide and workbook the reader will learn about the process and structure for obtaining and growing these fruits of the spirit in our everyday lives.
This small group study guide is designed to be a one-month journey where participants read assigned chapters from the book "When God Says Wait" by Darryl Harris at home. They then complete the corresponding pages of the study guide together in their small group each week. The guide provides discussion questions for each chapter that are meant to help the group share what God is doing in their lives and saying to them. It encourages applying the lessons from the book to build intimacy with God through patience, love, and spending time with Him.
3 most important steps to your better he oral robertsTrueProphet
This document provides an introduction and table of contents for a book about achieving better health and success through faith. The introduction discusses how the book will teach readers to have proper relationships with God, others, and themselves. It will explain how to plant "good seed" through outreach, expect miracles, and deal with negative emotions. The book is divided into three steps: 1) having the right relationship with God as your source, 2) planting good seed by reaching out to others, and 3) having the right relationship with yourself to expect miracles.
This document appears to be the introduction to a book about God's will for one's life. The purpose is not to promise material prosperity or physical healing, but to highlight what God expects from people during their life on earth. It aims to help readers please God in the coming years.
A man and his disciplines #1, Spring 2016mariettanaz
This document provides an overview of a men's ministry program that focuses on developing spiritual disciplines through prayer. It outlines disciplines covered in previous semesters such as purity, marriage, and fatherhood. The current semester's focus is on prayer, with topics including praying in the spirit, continual prayer, varied prayer, persistent prayer, and intercessory prayer. The document provides discussion questions and teachings on each prayer topic. It concludes by offering tips on implementing a regular prayer life and announcing details for the next meeting.
This document summarizes 18 chapters from the book "The Purpose Driven Life" through reflective journal entries. Some key themes discussed include: realizing life is about God's plans, not your own; finding comfort that God created you for a purpose; surrendering control to God; developing intimacy with God through prayer and conversation; worshipping with your whole being; and belonging to a fellowship of believers. The writer reflects on applying these lessons to better understand God's purpose and bring Him glory through their life and relationships.
JAMES 2 - HARD LIFE + GOOD GOD = DEEP JOY - PTR VETTY GUTIERREZ - 10AM MORNIN...Marcus Amaba
God uses trials and hardships in our lives to produce perseverance and maturity. We should consider it pure joy when facing trials of many kinds, knowing that the testing of our faith strengthens us. When we lack wisdom during trials, we should ask God generously for help, believing that he will provide what we need. Through steadfastness during trials and asking God for wisdom, we can develop deep spiritual maturity and joy that is not dependent on circumstances.
This document provides a commentary on Psalm 27:14, which instructs believers to "wait for the LORD." The commentary discusses why waiting is difficult for humans and examines various biblical examples and teachings about the importance and benefits of patience and waiting for God's timing. It notes that waiting requires strength and trusting that God can bring good out of evil. Overall, the commentary encourages readers to wait for God's guidance rather than acting impatiently.
This 6-part series aims to help Christians develop a deeper relationship with Christ through spiritual and personal growth. The spiritual objectives include receiving daily strength from Christ, becoming better stewards, and depending on Christ in love. The personal objectives involve strengthening the mind, encouraging others, prioritizing one's God-given talents. The document provides 5 keys to living fully for Christ: giving daily thanks to Him, trusting and obeying Him daily, engaging in prayer and Bible study daily, taking ownership of what one has, and sharing salvation and God's word with others daily.
This small group study guide is designed to be a one-month journey where participants read assigned chapters from the book "When God Says Wait" by Darryl Harris at home. They then complete the corresponding pages of the study guide together in their small group each week. The guide provides discussion questions for each chapter that are meant to help the group share what God is doing in their lives and saying to them. It encourages applying the lessons from the book to build intimacy with God through patience, love, and spending time with Him.
3 most important steps to your better he oral robertsTrueProphet
This document provides an introduction and table of contents for a book about achieving better health and success through faith. The introduction discusses how the book will teach readers to have proper relationships with God, others, and themselves. It will explain how to plant "good seed" through outreach, expect miracles, and deal with negative emotions. The book is divided into three steps: 1) having the right relationship with God as your source, 2) planting good seed by reaching out to others, and 3) having the right relationship with yourself to expect miracles.
This document appears to be the introduction to a book about God's will for one's life. The purpose is not to promise material prosperity or physical healing, but to highlight what God expects from people during their life on earth. It aims to help readers please God in the coming years.
A man and his disciplines #1, Spring 2016mariettanaz
This document provides an overview of a men's ministry program that focuses on developing spiritual disciplines through prayer. It outlines disciplines covered in previous semesters such as purity, marriage, and fatherhood. The current semester's focus is on prayer, with topics including praying in the spirit, continual prayer, varied prayer, persistent prayer, and intercessory prayer. The document provides discussion questions and teachings on each prayer topic. It concludes by offering tips on implementing a regular prayer life and announcing details for the next meeting.
This document summarizes 18 chapters from the book "The Purpose Driven Life" through reflective journal entries. Some key themes discussed include: realizing life is about God's plans, not your own; finding comfort that God created you for a purpose; surrendering control to God; developing intimacy with God through prayer and conversation; worshipping with your whole being; and belonging to a fellowship of believers. The writer reflects on applying these lessons to better understand God's purpose and bring Him glory through their life and relationships.
JAMES 2 - HARD LIFE + GOOD GOD = DEEP JOY - PTR VETTY GUTIERREZ - 10AM MORNIN...Marcus Amaba
God uses trials and hardships in our lives to produce perseverance and maturity. We should consider it pure joy when facing trials of many kinds, knowing that the testing of our faith strengthens us. When we lack wisdom during trials, we should ask God generously for help, believing that he will provide what we need. Through steadfastness during trials and asking God for wisdom, we can develop deep spiritual maturity and joy that is not dependent on circumstances.
This document provides a commentary on Psalm 27:14, which instructs believers to "wait for the LORD." The commentary discusses why waiting is difficult for humans and examines various biblical examples and teachings about the importance and benefits of patience and waiting for God's timing. It notes that waiting requires strength and trusting that God can bring good out of evil. Overall, the commentary encourages readers to wait for God's guidance rather than acting impatiently.
This 6-part series aims to help Christians develop a deeper relationship with Christ through spiritual and personal growth. The spiritual objectives include receiving daily strength from Christ, becoming better stewards, and depending on Christ in love. The personal objectives involve strengthening the mind, encouraging others, prioritizing one's God-given talents. The document provides 5 keys to living fully for Christ: giving daily thanks to Him, trusting and obeying Him daily, engaging in prayer and Bible study daily, taking ownership of what one has, and sharing salvation and God's word with others daily.
This document discusses overcoming fear and anxiety through faith. It defines fear and anxiety and lists Bible passages about fear. Fear is a form of oppression, but God promises freedom from fear. We can overcome fear by praying, sharing feelings with others, controlling negative thoughts, and focusing on God's word instead of our fears. The strategies discussed are to acknowledge feelings, share with God and others, and challenge negative thoughts with the Bible.
Mindfulness & Grief: The Transformative Power of NowHeather Stang
The practice of mindfulness can help bereaved people calm their mind, relax their body, and make meaning from their loss. Learn how three members of an 8-week Yoga for Grief group found refuge in the present moment, tapped into their “Buddha Nature,” and used mindfulness meditation, journaling and the principles of Buddhist psychology to: practice compassion and forgiveness for the self and others; use skillful means to cope with the dual process of grief; gain insight into their natural wisdom and resilience; continue the legacy of their loved one; and improve their own physical health and increase self-efficacy.
[These slides are from Heather Stang’s presentation at the Association of Death Education and Counseling 36th Annual Conference in Baltimore, MD in April, 2014. Additional information on how to structure an 8 Week Mindfulness & Grief Group may be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDBJGtrGc_s.]
Objectives:
1. Illustrate the parallels between the ancient principles of Buddhist psychology and how they relate to modern theories of thanatology.
2. Explain how the mindfulness practices present moment awareness and compassion which can be used to relieve physical and emotional suffering.
3. Review case studies that illustrate how the practice of mindfulness meditation and yoga contributes to meaning making and posttraumatic growth.
References:
Stang, H. (2014). Mindfuness and grief. London:CICO Books. http://amzn.to/1gJXqKH
Wada, K., & Park, J. (2009). Integrating Buddhist psychology into grief counseling. Death Studies, 37(7), 657-683.
Brach, T. (2012). True refuge: Finding peace and freedom in your own awakened heart. New York: Bantam Books.
Cacciatore, J., & Flint, M. (2012). ATTEND: Toward a mindfulness-based bereavement care model. Death Studies, 36(1), 61-82.
Rinpoche, S., Gaffney, P., & Harvey, A. (1992). The Tibetan book of living and dying. San Francisco: Harper San Francisco.
Heather Stang, MA is the author of Mindfulness and Grief, a book based on the 8 week groups she developed. She earned a Masters in Thanatology (Death, Dying & Bereavement) from Hood College in 2010, and is a mindfulness meditation instructor and Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy practitioner at the Frederick Meditation Center. Her focus is on helping the bereaved stay healthy and increase immune functioning through mindfulness based practices, relaxation and expressive arts.
2014 WCCCC Counselor Training (Milpitas, CA)Jim Hsia
Training for counselors. 2014 West Coast Chinese Christian Conference. Presented December 6, 2014 in Milpitas, California. Visit www.wcccc.org for more information.
The document discusses several factors important for evangelism and transformation in a secular society:
1. The relational factor - Count conversations, not just conversions. See evangelism as a relational process rather than a conquest. People will not become Christians unless they meet and know Christians.
2. The narrative factor - It's about their story, your story, and God's story. When faith is presented as a redemptive story and way of life, rather than a system of beliefs, people see something unique and hopeful.
3. The communal factor - The greatest message of the gospel is a community that lives by it. Churches must become missional communities of disciple-making where belonging precedes
Jesus gives us peace and dissolves our worries. We can enter God's presence through praise and thankfulness. Jesus is a wonderful father who takes care of us and fixes our problems. God blesses us with a beautiful existence and holds us in His hands.
This document is a collection of passages from various sources discussing the importance of having an attitude of thankfulness towards God. It explains that being unthankful for difficult experiences is a sign that one's heart does not fully love God, as God is ultimately in control of all things. It encourages the reader to choose thankfulness even during hard times, trusting that God will work all things together for good. Thankfulness allows one to enter God's presence and prevents painful experiences from becoming "idols" that one remains in bondage to.
This document provides guidance on discerning whether impressions are from God or other sources. It outlines 7 tests one can apply to impressions, beginning with whether the impression agrees with scripture and makes one more like Christ. Other tests include checking if the impression is confirmed by other believers, is consistent with how God works, concerns eternal rather than temporal matters, brings conviction rather than condemnation, and causes a sense of peace. Examples are given of impressions that would fail these tests, such as encouraging illegal or unethical acts. The overall message is that applying biblical criteria can help one discern if an impression truly comes from God or something else.
The document describes five ways to review prayer graces according to Saint Ignatius:
1. Placing the grace on the altar by bringing it back to God in prayer for confirmation.
2. Journaling about graces to clarify and gain context.
3. Sharing graces with a spiritual friend for perspective and enrichment.
4. Sharing with a spiritual mentor for listening, questions, encouragement and perspective.
5. Sharing graces with a faith community for celebration, discernment and belonging.
This is a collection of writings on the issue of prompting of the Holy Spirit to guide us. Some deny it but most say it is real. You have to decide for yourself. Many give examples of prompting that changed their lives. Some are by scholars, but most are by average Christians.
The document outlines 8 principles for recovery based on the Beatitudes. Each principle is accompanied by a quote from the Beatitudes in Matthew. The principles are: 1) Realize one's powerlessness over addiction and life's unmanageability. 2) Believe in God and that one matters to Him. 3) Choose to commit one's life to God's care and control. 4) Openly examine and confess one's faults to oneself, God, and others. 5) Voluntarily submit to changes God wants to make and remove character defects. 6) Evaluate relationships and make amends for harm done to others. 7) Reserve daily time with God for self-examination, prayer, and Bible reading. 8) Yield
Mindfulness & Grief: The Transformative Power of Now (2014 ADEC Presentation)Heather Stang
The document summarizes a presentation on using mindfulness and yoga to help cope with grief and loss. It discusses Buddhist teachings on suffering and mindfulness, provides case studies of individuals who benefited from mindfulness practices after loss, and outlines a proposed 8-week mindfulness and grief group involving meditation, yoga, journaling and other exercises. The presentation emphasizes creating openness, tenderness and awareness to help grieving individuals reduce distress and find meaning after loss.
The document summarizes discussions from a meeting about topics related to same-sex attraction held the previous Tuesday. Key points from the discussion included:
- The terms "straight" and "normal" are difficult to define and do not have clear biblical meanings.
- Same-sex and opposite-sex attraction thoughts are both considered normal, but acting on attractions physically or mentally could be seen as sinful.
- Jesus' death on the cross forgave all past, present, and future sins. For believers under grace, there is no limit to God's forgiveness as long as they have breath.
- Bringing thoughts of Christ into reflections on same-sex attraction could help maintain a life focused on grace rather than
This document discusses the worship of God based on notes from a study of The Purpose Driven Life. It provides quotes and commentary on true worship involving spirit, mind and heart rather than just physical actions or location. Worship should engage our inner person and be based on spiritual truth and obedience to Scripture. God seeks worshippers who come before him in this way.
This document provides a weekly schedule of "Quiet Times" from May 7-11, 2012 focused on developing closer relationships through shared suffering and crisis. Each day focuses on a different Biblical passage that demonstrates how suffering bonded people closer to God and each other. It discusses how Paul endured much suffering yet learned to be content through focusing on serving God and others. Shared crisis is described as a "slow drying glue" that strengthens relationships over time for those who endure it with the right focus and attitude.
The document provides guidance on preventing relapse through the acronym RELAPSE, which stands for:
Reserve a daily quiet time for self-examination, Bible reading, and prayer to know God's will.
Evaluate your physical, emotional, relational, and spiritual health using a "H-E-A-R-T" check.
Listen to Jesus by taking time away from the world to listen to your body, mind, and soul for God's directions.
Alone and quiet time spent alone with God through daily appointments is important for listening to hear God.
Plug into God's power through specific prayer for guidance, direction, and God's perfect will.
This document is a study guide for 1 Peter 3:14-16 discussing suffering for righteousness. It provides discussion questions about practical examples of suffering for doing right, times participants have suffered for righteousness, and how God blesses those who do right. It encourages preparing to defend one's hope gently and respectfully, and treating others the way we want to be treated so that God may be honored through our suffering.
Howard Pittman had a near-death experience during surgery where he was shown heaven and given a message from God. In his book, he summarizes his experience in the Second Heaven where he saw demons in various forms and ranks. The most powerful demons appeared as giant bronze soldiers, while lower ranks took increasingly disturbing animal and humanoid forms. Pittman learned demons have specific areas of expertise used to tempt and possess humans.
Perfect love casts out fear because those who experience perfect love have no reason to fear punishment or lack of affection from the one they love. God's love for humanity is described as rich in mercy, as He loved humanity even when people were dead in their sins. When one understands that God loves them as His child and sees them as a joint heir with Christ, they will not be afraid to come to God but will instead understand His loving and forgiving nature.
This document contains the introduction and first week of daily devotionals from the book "God's Word for God's Workers Volume 2". The introduction provides guidance on having a daily quiet time with God, including Bible reading, prayer, and meditation. The first week focuses on the fruit of the Spirit, with each devotional examining one of the nine fruits: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. The devotionals encourage the reader to allow the Holy Spirit to produce these fruits in their life so they can become more like Jesus.
This document discusses the importance of spiritual disciplines, including developing a consistent devotional life through practices like spending time alone with God daily in prayer and reading scripture. It emphasizes that spiritual transformation begins with renewing one's mind according to biblical truths. Regular spiritual disciplines are necessary to gain God's perspective and bring about real change in one's life, attitudes, and behaviors. The document provides guidance on establishing a daily quiet time routine with God through reading scripture reflectively, praying, journaling, and memorizing verses.
This document discusses overcoming fear and anxiety through faith. It defines fear and anxiety and lists Bible passages about fear. Fear is a form of oppression, but God promises freedom from fear. We can overcome fear by praying, sharing feelings with others, controlling negative thoughts, and focusing on God's word instead of our fears. The strategies discussed are to acknowledge feelings, share with God and others, and challenge negative thoughts with the Bible.
Mindfulness & Grief: The Transformative Power of NowHeather Stang
The practice of mindfulness can help bereaved people calm their mind, relax their body, and make meaning from their loss. Learn how three members of an 8-week Yoga for Grief group found refuge in the present moment, tapped into their “Buddha Nature,” and used mindfulness meditation, journaling and the principles of Buddhist psychology to: practice compassion and forgiveness for the self and others; use skillful means to cope with the dual process of grief; gain insight into their natural wisdom and resilience; continue the legacy of their loved one; and improve their own physical health and increase self-efficacy.
[These slides are from Heather Stang’s presentation at the Association of Death Education and Counseling 36th Annual Conference in Baltimore, MD in April, 2014. Additional information on how to structure an 8 Week Mindfulness & Grief Group may be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDBJGtrGc_s.]
Objectives:
1. Illustrate the parallels between the ancient principles of Buddhist psychology and how they relate to modern theories of thanatology.
2. Explain how the mindfulness practices present moment awareness and compassion which can be used to relieve physical and emotional suffering.
3. Review case studies that illustrate how the practice of mindfulness meditation and yoga contributes to meaning making and posttraumatic growth.
References:
Stang, H. (2014). Mindfuness and grief. London:CICO Books. http://amzn.to/1gJXqKH
Wada, K., & Park, J. (2009). Integrating Buddhist psychology into grief counseling. Death Studies, 37(7), 657-683.
Brach, T. (2012). True refuge: Finding peace and freedom in your own awakened heart. New York: Bantam Books.
Cacciatore, J., & Flint, M. (2012). ATTEND: Toward a mindfulness-based bereavement care model. Death Studies, 36(1), 61-82.
Rinpoche, S., Gaffney, P., & Harvey, A. (1992). The Tibetan book of living and dying. San Francisco: Harper San Francisco.
Heather Stang, MA is the author of Mindfulness and Grief, a book based on the 8 week groups she developed. She earned a Masters in Thanatology (Death, Dying & Bereavement) from Hood College in 2010, and is a mindfulness meditation instructor and Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy practitioner at the Frederick Meditation Center. Her focus is on helping the bereaved stay healthy and increase immune functioning through mindfulness based practices, relaxation and expressive arts.
2014 WCCCC Counselor Training (Milpitas, CA)Jim Hsia
Training for counselors. 2014 West Coast Chinese Christian Conference. Presented December 6, 2014 in Milpitas, California. Visit www.wcccc.org for more information.
The document discusses several factors important for evangelism and transformation in a secular society:
1. The relational factor - Count conversations, not just conversions. See evangelism as a relational process rather than a conquest. People will not become Christians unless they meet and know Christians.
2. The narrative factor - It's about their story, your story, and God's story. When faith is presented as a redemptive story and way of life, rather than a system of beliefs, people see something unique and hopeful.
3. The communal factor - The greatest message of the gospel is a community that lives by it. Churches must become missional communities of disciple-making where belonging precedes
Jesus gives us peace and dissolves our worries. We can enter God's presence through praise and thankfulness. Jesus is a wonderful father who takes care of us and fixes our problems. God blesses us with a beautiful existence and holds us in His hands.
This document is a collection of passages from various sources discussing the importance of having an attitude of thankfulness towards God. It explains that being unthankful for difficult experiences is a sign that one's heart does not fully love God, as God is ultimately in control of all things. It encourages the reader to choose thankfulness even during hard times, trusting that God will work all things together for good. Thankfulness allows one to enter God's presence and prevents painful experiences from becoming "idols" that one remains in bondage to.
This document provides guidance on discerning whether impressions are from God or other sources. It outlines 7 tests one can apply to impressions, beginning with whether the impression agrees with scripture and makes one more like Christ. Other tests include checking if the impression is confirmed by other believers, is consistent with how God works, concerns eternal rather than temporal matters, brings conviction rather than condemnation, and causes a sense of peace. Examples are given of impressions that would fail these tests, such as encouraging illegal or unethical acts. The overall message is that applying biblical criteria can help one discern if an impression truly comes from God or something else.
The document describes five ways to review prayer graces according to Saint Ignatius:
1. Placing the grace on the altar by bringing it back to God in prayer for confirmation.
2. Journaling about graces to clarify and gain context.
3. Sharing graces with a spiritual friend for perspective and enrichment.
4. Sharing with a spiritual mentor for listening, questions, encouragement and perspective.
5. Sharing graces with a faith community for celebration, discernment and belonging.
This is a collection of writings on the issue of prompting of the Holy Spirit to guide us. Some deny it but most say it is real. You have to decide for yourself. Many give examples of prompting that changed their lives. Some are by scholars, but most are by average Christians.
The document outlines 8 principles for recovery based on the Beatitudes. Each principle is accompanied by a quote from the Beatitudes in Matthew. The principles are: 1) Realize one's powerlessness over addiction and life's unmanageability. 2) Believe in God and that one matters to Him. 3) Choose to commit one's life to God's care and control. 4) Openly examine and confess one's faults to oneself, God, and others. 5) Voluntarily submit to changes God wants to make and remove character defects. 6) Evaluate relationships and make amends for harm done to others. 7) Reserve daily time with God for self-examination, prayer, and Bible reading. 8) Yield
Mindfulness & Grief: The Transformative Power of Now (2014 ADEC Presentation)Heather Stang
The document summarizes a presentation on using mindfulness and yoga to help cope with grief and loss. It discusses Buddhist teachings on suffering and mindfulness, provides case studies of individuals who benefited from mindfulness practices after loss, and outlines a proposed 8-week mindfulness and grief group involving meditation, yoga, journaling and other exercises. The presentation emphasizes creating openness, tenderness and awareness to help grieving individuals reduce distress and find meaning after loss.
The document summarizes discussions from a meeting about topics related to same-sex attraction held the previous Tuesday. Key points from the discussion included:
- The terms "straight" and "normal" are difficult to define and do not have clear biblical meanings.
- Same-sex and opposite-sex attraction thoughts are both considered normal, but acting on attractions physically or mentally could be seen as sinful.
- Jesus' death on the cross forgave all past, present, and future sins. For believers under grace, there is no limit to God's forgiveness as long as they have breath.
- Bringing thoughts of Christ into reflections on same-sex attraction could help maintain a life focused on grace rather than
This document discusses the worship of God based on notes from a study of The Purpose Driven Life. It provides quotes and commentary on true worship involving spirit, mind and heart rather than just physical actions or location. Worship should engage our inner person and be based on spiritual truth and obedience to Scripture. God seeks worshippers who come before him in this way.
This document provides a weekly schedule of "Quiet Times" from May 7-11, 2012 focused on developing closer relationships through shared suffering and crisis. Each day focuses on a different Biblical passage that demonstrates how suffering bonded people closer to God and each other. It discusses how Paul endured much suffering yet learned to be content through focusing on serving God and others. Shared crisis is described as a "slow drying glue" that strengthens relationships over time for those who endure it with the right focus and attitude.
The document provides guidance on preventing relapse through the acronym RELAPSE, which stands for:
Reserve a daily quiet time for self-examination, Bible reading, and prayer to know God's will.
Evaluate your physical, emotional, relational, and spiritual health using a "H-E-A-R-T" check.
Listen to Jesus by taking time away from the world to listen to your body, mind, and soul for God's directions.
Alone and quiet time spent alone with God through daily appointments is important for listening to hear God.
Plug into God's power through specific prayer for guidance, direction, and God's perfect will.
This document is a study guide for 1 Peter 3:14-16 discussing suffering for righteousness. It provides discussion questions about practical examples of suffering for doing right, times participants have suffered for righteousness, and how God blesses those who do right. It encourages preparing to defend one's hope gently and respectfully, and treating others the way we want to be treated so that God may be honored through our suffering.
Howard Pittman had a near-death experience during surgery where he was shown heaven and given a message from God. In his book, he summarizes his experience in the Second Heaven where he saw demons in various forms and ranks. The most powerful demons appeared as giant bronze soldiers, while lower ranks took increasingly disturbing animal and humanoid forms. Pittman learned demons have specific areas of expertise used to tempt and possess humans.
Perfect love casts out fear because those who experience perfect love have no reason to fear punishment or lack of affection from the one they love. God's love for humanity is described as rich in mercy, as He loved humanity even when people were dead in their sins. When one understands that God loves them as His child and sees them as a joint heir with Christ, they will not be afraid to come to God but will instead understand His loving and forgiving nature.
This document contains the introduction and first week of daily devotionals from the book "God's Word for God's Workers Volume 2". The introduction provides guidance on having a daily quiet time with God, including Bible reading, prayer, and meditation. The first week focuses on the fruit of the Spirit, with each devotional examining one of the nine fruits: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. The devotionals encourage the reader to allow the Holy Spirit to produce these fruits in their life so they can become more like Jesus.
This document discusses the importance of spiritual disciplines, including developing a consistent devotional life through practices like spending time alone with God daily in prayer and reading scripture. It emphasizes that spiritual transformation begins with renewing one's mind according to biblical truths. Regular spiritual disciplines are necessary to gain God's perspective and bring about real change in one's life, attitudes, and behaviors. The document provides guidance on establishing a daily quiet time routine with God through reading scripture reflectively, praying, journaling, and memorizing verses.
The document discusses responding to someone who asked "why am I here?". It says the author received a similar question 18 years ago. When responding, they asked questions to understand the person's perspective before providing hope and showing God's love. The goal is to build a relationship and understand them, not just give a pat answer. Judging others without understanding their experiences leaves "much to be desired".
Iron Pillar is an international evangelical Christian organization founded in 1999 in Nigeria. It began as a small prayer group but has grown to include branches in the US, Ukraine, and Nigeria. Led by Evangelist Marcel Chinwendu Anaemeje, Iron Pillar focuses on Bible study, prayer, evangelism, and challenging believers to fulfill the great commission. While based in Aba, Nigeria, Iron Pillar recognizes the global witness of the church and operates under the leadership of the Holy Spirit and biblical principles rather than any single denomination.
The document provides an overview of a church seminar on spiritual growth. It discusses key factors that catalyze spiritual growth, such as reading the Bible, developing beliefs, spiritual practices, serving others, and community. It also summarizes survey results on what people want most from church, including help understanding the Bible, developing faith, and children's programs. The document then covers biblical principles, interpreting scripture, and the attributes of God's word.
This document outlines a 7 step process for prayer: 1) Choose a quiet place and consistent time for prayer. 2) Start with worship and praise for God's goodness. 3) Repent for sins and fully surrender to God. 4) Ask for guidance from the Holy Spirit and its fruits. 5) Read the Bible daily to hear from God. 6) Listen quietly for God's voice. 7) Intercede by praying for needs, healing, and protection. The overall goal is to develop a daily prayer routine that involves communicating with and listening to God through praise, repentance, scripture and petition.
The document discusses how journaling can help revolutionize one's devotional life by becoming spiritually and emotionally healthier. Journaling allows one to learn more about themselves, improve their prayer life, and record how God is answering prayers. It notes that journaling can improve mental and physical health by decreasing stress and illnesses. The document encourages consistency in meeting with God through journaling and seeing one's journal as a love story and heirloom between oneself and God.
Loving relationships are built on loving two-way communication. True Christianity is just such a relationship--one that grows stronger and deeper through honest, open communication. Jesus is just waiting to speak to you.
The document discusses spiritual disciplines and provides a workbook for personal reflection. It introduces six spiritual disciplines: 1) Worship and pray regularly, 2) Care for others through Christian friendships and small groups, 3) Study the Bible and engage in devotional practices, 4) Give generously toward tithing, 5) Witness to what God is doing through word and invitation, and 6) Serve others through acts of love, compassion and justice. The workbook provides exercises for each discipline to help the reader grow deeper in their faith and commitment to God.
Connecting with the holy spirit in 7 days briefingLing Siew Woei
The document outlines a 7-day program to connect with the Holy Spirit through daily prayer sessions, journaling, and group fellowship. Participants are instructed to spend 2.5 hours each day praying in tongues alone, journal their experiences, and report daily to the group. The goal is to establish intimacy with the Holy Spirit and complete a 1-month Bible study on completion. Guidelines are provided for the daily prayer protocol, journaling, holy communion, and group discussions. The program requires full commitment and adherence to instructions.
The document discusses turning one's life over to God/Jesus Christ. It states that doing so requires trust in God, seeking God's will through the Bible rather than relying on one's own understanding, truly repenting by turning away from sins and toward God, and accepting the new life given by asking Jesus into your heart and no longer being bound by sin. The document encourages readers to pray daily to commit their life and will to God's care and control.
This document summarizes a session discussing the film "Holy Spirit" and the role of the Holy Spirit. It poses questions about minor issues the church focuses on versus important truths neglected. It discusses how the church is perceived today and why churches aren't more supernatural if filled with the Holy Spirit. Attendees are asked to imagine what the church could be like if relying on the Spirit's power rather than human talents. The passage John 16:2-7 is analyzed about Jesus telling disciples he must leave and send the Holy Spirit. Relying on the Spirit involves choosing not to rely on oneself and giving up control. Attendees are asked if they are willing to rely on the Spirit's power and guidance rather than their own
The document discusses how to unleash power through focusing thoughts positively. It recommends changing thoughts by meditating on truths from the Bible and focusing on beautiful things. It also advises making an effort to stop negative thoughts and speak positively instead of cursing. Lastly, it encourages imagining a better future, speaking it out loud, and believing change can happen through faith in Christ.
2015.02.01 practice spiritual disciplines to overflow be filled with the ho...Deliahabagat
The document provides information about being filled with the Holy Spirit based on a church service. It discusses:
1) Jesus' command in Acts 1:8 to receive power from the Holy Spirit and be witnesses, sharing the gospel boldly everywhere.
2) How the Holy Spirit empowers Christians with boldness, wisdom, faith, and joy to effectively witness for Christ.
3) The need to be filled with the Holy Spirit to obey God and do his will in all relationships, including making disciples of others.
“‘Be thankful’ (Colossians 3:15) is a recurring exhortation in the letters of the apostle Paul. No other New Testament writer gives such a sustained emphasis on thanksgiving―and yet, major modern studies of Paul fail to wrestle with it. Dr. Paul Allieu Kamara aims to rehabilitate this theme in this comprehensive and accessible study, a New Studies in Biblical Theology volume. He shows how, for Paul, thanksgiving is grounded in the covenantal traditions of salvation history. To offer thanks to God is to live a life of worship and to anticipate the future acts of God, all in submission to the lordship of Christ. Ingratitude to God is idolatry. Thanksgiving functions as a link between theology, including eschatology, and ethics. Here Dr. Paul Allieu Kamara provides clear insights into the passion of an apostle who never fails to insist on the significance of both the gospel message and the response this message demands. Addressing key issues in biblical theology, the works comprising New Studies in Biblical Theology are creative attempts to help Christians better understanding their Bibles. The NSBT series is edited by D. A. Carson, aiming to simultaneously instruct and to edify, to interact with current scholarship and to point the way ahead.”
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- Additional summaries of methods for daily devotion, why to read the Bible, and an example of using the S.O.A.P. Bible study method in a journal entry. The document offers guidance and perspectives on spiritual growth through regular Bible reading and prayer.
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This document is a religious tract that discusses the concept of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. It outlines 5 steps or stages that people progress through in their relationship with God: unconcern, concern, conviction, repentance, and saving faith. It encourages the reader to repent of their sins, accept Jesus as their savior, and commit their life to following Him. It asserts that taking this step of saving faith will result in forgiveness of sins and eternal life. The tract provides biblical references and explanations to support its message about finding salvation through faith in Christ.
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Fruits of the Spirit Workbook
1. Fruits of the Spirit
Workbook & Journal
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, gentleness, goodness,
faithfulness, meekness and self control. Galatians 5:22-23
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6. Fruits of the Spirit Recommended Passages
Patience Peace Self Control
Luke 8:15
Luke 21:19
Romans 8:25
James 1:3
1 Timothy 1:16
Colossian 1:11
Hebrews 6:12
Hebrews 10:36
Hebrews 12:1
2 Peter 1:6
Titus 2:2
Colossians 3:12
James 3:18
Ephesians 2:14
Philippians
Psalms 4:8
Job 22:21
Isaiah 26:3
Isaiah 26:12
John 14:27
2 Thessalonians 3:16
Romans 12:18
1 Peter 3:11
Psalms 34:14
Hebrews 12:14
Colossians 3:15
Proverbs 25:28
2 Timothy 1:7
2 Peter 1: 3
Proverbs 1:2
Ephesians 6:13
Hebrews 12:11
Proverbs 25:28
Proverbs 13:4
Galatians 5:22-23
1 Corinthians 9:27
Titus 2:11-14
2 Timothy 1:7
Titus 2:12
Titus 1:8
1 Corinthians 9:25
Proverbs 15:32
Proverbs 13:18
Galatians 5:23
Matthew 18:15-17
Proverbs 13:24
Romans 14:1
Matthew 7:1-2
Proverbs 22:6
Hebrews 10:30
Ephesians 6:4
Matthew 22:36-39
Proverbs 29:17
Proverbs 19:18
Proverbs 15:5
7. Introduction
This workbook journal is designed with the purpose of helping you come to terms
with who you really are, who you currently perceive yourself to be and how to
develop an attitude of placing yourself in a position for the Lord to change you into
what ‘He’ wants you to be. This is the process of cultivating the fruit of the Spirit
through daily introspection and application of the findings as the Holy Spirit leads
you.
If you follow the outline of this workbook and journal accordingly, you will note that
the fruit of the Spirit is a change in being. It is not to be viewed as a lifestyle but as a
state of grace promoted from within. You will begin to focus on how to become more
loving, patient, gentle or faithful. Why, because you will begin a conversion from the
old into the new. Read I John 3:14. The fruit of the Spirit is the “new” in the life of a
person who has passed from death unto life in Jesus Christ. “…old things have
passed away; behold all things are become “new”. (II Corinthians 5:17)
As you answer the questions honestly, you will see that the key is surrender, a
willingness to die to self and live for God and for others. Let go of yourself and be
reminded that it is ok. We are ALL sinners who have come short of the glory of the
Lord. We all need the covering grace of Christ. You will be challenged to remember
that the ‘Fruit of the Spirit’ is exactly that, the ‘fruit’; the result of salvation and not
the means.
So be honest, dig deep and let go so that the spirit of the Lord can be upon you.
8. The Process
The structure of each section is designed to examine the nature of each fruit of the
spirit as it relates to you and your responses to yourself, to God, your environment
and your surroundings. Each fruit will reveal to you the nature of your true belief as
you enter the subjective process of your own perceptions and thoughts, as it takes
place deep within you. Allow this process to flow with you and through you. The way
to allow this flow is not to analyze or interpret, but to view each thought, question,
answer and step as a revelation, an unfolding process, and simply let go as the
realization takes over your mind and begins to work within your heart.
Yes, I know at this point you are saying, “You said this was introspection.” Yes it is,
but you are not the one performing it. Your only job is to go with the flow and allow
the Holy Spirit to work. The introspection is a type of surgery being performed
without anesthetics. You must be willing to allow the Master Physician to surgically
apply this as ‘He’ carves out that which does not belong and replace it with what
does. Without anesthetics is entirely up to you though. This is the only way that this
procedure will truly work. It will require your full faith and trust in the Lord.
Follow the guidelines of this workbook as instructed, let go & let the Holy Spirit be
your guide.
The Structure
1. Looking through your Questions
2. Scripture Reading
3. Reflection
4. Prayer
5. Answering the Questions
6. Searching the Heart
7. Journaling – The writing process
8. Feedback & Acceptance
9. Prayer
10.Letting Go
This workbook/journal is an instrument. Remember that.
9. The Instructions
For each fruit use the following guideline.
1. Scripture Reading, Reflection & Prayer ( The blue box at the end of your
fruit page)
a. Look through the questions, begin a thought process, but do not
write. Read the scripture. What is your understanding? What does it
mean to you? How do you see it in reflection to your own thoughts,
ideas and your walk in life?
b. Pray for the truth to be revealed and a true understanding of the
message coming forth in the scriptures to help you see yourself more
clearly. When you begin the writing process, study all of the other
scriptures, including your own, that you have listed and do the same.
c. Ask the Lord for guidance and purification of the heart.
2. Questions, searching the heart for the true answers.
a. Go through each question very carefully, several times if you have to.
Make sure you understand each question thoroughly before you
begin to write.
b. Search the heart. Be honest about your true understanding and true
feelings before beginning the writing process. Then, as if it is your
first time looking at each question, commit to your understanding
and begin writing a true thought in your workbook. Transfer that
thought to your journal and just let it all come out.
c. Begin Journaling: Find the definition of the word Journal and journal
your thought. Take your time with each response. Sit back and take a
true look at what your responses are. After a good look at what you
have written, accept it. Then go deeper into the truth of your
understanding of it and begin writing your thoughts more clearly.
10. 3. Acceptance: the willingness to let go and let God. Prayer
a. Always begin with the Word and end with the Word. Start with
prayer, and finish with prayer. Read through what you have written
and accept it as the truth about yourself and pray for guidance. The
Holy Spirit will guide you into all truth and teach you how to accept
your short coming(s) and how to accept Gods help. Acceptance is
KEY.
This workbook/journal is an instrument, but you are both an instrument and a vessel.
Remember that.
11. ‘And the fruit of the Spirit is LOVE’
Let us begin with the most important fruit of all ‘LOVE’
1. What is your definition of Love? What does this word truly mean to you?
2. When you think of it, what Bible definitions come quickly to your memory?
Write down the scripture or scriptures here.
3. According to your understanding of what Love is, how is Love used in the
Bible? Give an account of this example from the Bible.
4. In your perception, what does this fruit look like in your life at this present
moment?
5. Write some background information on your own personal account and
understanding on why it looks this way. What do you truly believe you have
done or failed to do? Why?
6. Have you noticed any developments of this fruit in your life? If so, describe
how the Holy Spirit is developing this fruit in your life.
7. How loving do you really think you are in the following six areas in your life?
Write your thoughts and feelings about that love separately for each.
12. 1. Love God
2. Love yourself
3. Love your family
4. Love your friends
5. Love your neighbors
6. Love your enemies
The first 4 areas are much easier to learn how to do than the last two areas –
especially the last one in being able to love your enemies and those who will try and
hurt you in this life.
Remember that the only one reading these thoughts are you. Though we will never
be able to love in the perfect way that Jesus can, since none of us will ever become
the fourth person of the Holy Trinity, we can still try to do the best we can in our
dealings and relationships with other people. But when writing, be very honest about
the true nature of your thoughts and your ways concerning each. Loving most of
your family and friends is very easy because of the strong natural bonds that we have
already established with them. But learning how to love some of your neighbors,
whom you have no real special bond with, or total strangers, will be much harder for
you to do. With the way that our world has become, so many people are keeping to
themselves and we are afraid to trust anyone, from loving God to being able to love
the worst of your enemies.
Reminder: ‘the fruit of the Spirit’ OPPOSES that of ‘the works of the flesh’
13. Here are two very profound
verses that will show us how
important the quality of love
really is in the big picture.
Study them along with the
others you have listed for
yourself as you accept the truth
about yourself and how you
love. Allow the Holy Spirit to
lead.
1. “And now abide faith,
hope, love, these three; but
the greatest of these is
love.”
(I Cor.13:13)
2. “Though I speak with the
tongues of men and angels,
but have not love, I have
become as sounding brass
or a clanging cymbal. And
though I have the gift of
prophecy, and understand
all mysteries and all
knowledge, and though I
have all faith, so that I
could remove mountains,
but have not love, I am
nothing. And though I
bestow all my goods to
feed the poor, and though
I give my body to be
burned, but have not love,
it profits me nothing.”
(I Cor. 13:1-3)
LOVE
The Apostle Paul makes one of the most classic
statements ever made on the importance of love and
how this quality fits into the big picture as far as God
is concerned.
Nothing will touch other people more deeply than
having the love of God shining through you and your
life. With the quality of love being a universal
language that everyone can understand and witness
to, this quality, more than any other quality, will be
the main one that can lead nonbelievers to salvation
in the Lord. It will also lead other believers into a
deeper walk with God. It seems it is no coincidence
then, that love is listed as the very first fruit of the
Holy Spirit in Galatians 5:22.
Paul says that you can have the greatest gifts of
tongues, prophecy, understanding of all the
mysteries and knowledge of God, the highest levels
of faith in God, and do some of the greatest works for
God.
But if you do not have the love of God operating in
your life, then all of this gifting, power, knowledge,
and works in the Lord will all be for nothing! Imagine
that. Meditate on this thought as you respond to
questions #4 and #5.
Think on it, all of the good fruit you may have
produced for the Lord in this lifetime will mean
absolutely nothing to Him, if you did not walk all of it
out in the spirit of love.
Do you think this is the reason why each and every
Christian is prompted daily to make it their #1 goal and priority in this life to learn
how to walk in the love of God for their lives?