DAILY PRAYER GUIDE FOR A TRANSFORMATIONAL CHURCH
Sunday- that we would actively embrace Jesus in WORSHIP
Monday- that we would have a MISSIONARY MENTALITY each day that we live
Tuesday- that we would be on MISSION as we show Jesus through word and action
Wednesday- that we would be PRAYERFULLY DEPENDENT upon God
Thursday- that we would have VIBRANT LEADERSHIP in our church
Friday- that we would have strong RELATIONAL INTENTIONALITY in our church
Saturday- that we would connect people with people in COMMUNITY
A blog produced by Rolling Fork Baptist Church designed to help Christians live out their faith in their homes, their work places, their schools, and their communities.
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Monday, January 10, 2011
Sunday, January 9, 2011
"FOLLOW THE LEADER"???
Remember playing 'follow the leader'? Whatever the leader did, you did. whatever the leader said, you said. and wherever the leader went, you went. So why is that so many 'followers of Jesus' are not doing what He did, are not going where He went, and are not saying what He said???? It's time to REALLY follow Him.
34 And calling the crowd to him with his disciples, he said to them, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me.
35 For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake and the gospel’s will save it.
36 For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?
Mark 8:34-36 (ESV)
34 And calling the crowd to him with his disciples, he said to them, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me.
35 For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake and the gospel’s will save it.
36 For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?
Mark 8:34-36 (ESV)
Saturday, January 8, 2011
NOW WHAT???
What should you do after you hear the message from God's Word? Ask yourself these very important questions...
1. Is there an example to follow?
2. Is there a sin to avoid/confess?
3. Is there a promise to claim?
4. Is there a prayer to repeat?
5. Is there a command to obey?
6. Is there a condition to meet?
7. Is there a verse to memorize?
8. Is there a mistake to avoid?
9. Is there a challenge to face?
10. Is there a principle to apply?
11. Is there a habit to change, start, or stop?
12. Is there an attitude to correct?
13 Is there a truth to believe?
1. Is there an example to follow?
2. Is there a sin to avoid/confess?
3. Is there a promise to claim?
4. Is there a prayer to repeat?
5. Is there a command to obey?
6. Is there a condition to meet?
7. Is there a verse to memorize?
8. Is there a mistake to avoid?
9. Is there a challenge to face?
10. Is there a principle to apply?
11. Is there a habit to change, start, or stop?
12. Is there an attitude to correct?
13 Is there a truth to believe?
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
WHAT IS THE REAL REASON?
In John chapter six, look at what Jesus says...
26 Jesus answered them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, you are seeking me, not because you saw signs, but because you ate your fill of the loaves.
Jesus had just fed the 5,000 men plus the women and children. Now the crowd catches up with Him on the other side acting like He's their best friend. But Jesus knew their real motive, they wanted food, not guidance. They wanted something for the moment, not for eternity.
What about you? If you are going to church and following Jesus, what is the REAL reason that you are doing so? Is it because of who He IS or because of what He can DO for you? Never let the gifts become more important than the Giver.
And if you are not going to church and if you are not trying to follow Jesus, what is the REAL reason that you are holding back? Are you trying to find happiness in someone or something else? Are you like the people in the crowd who were only living for the moment with no eternity in mind? Whatever the reason, I pray that you will meet my Lord, Jesus and that you will see how much He loves you. Don't take this next statement lightly... HE DIED FOR YOU SO THAT HE COULD SPEND ETERNITY WITH YOU IN HEAVEN.
If you have never asked Jesus into your life to forgive you of any and everything that is separating you from God, would you do it today? Would you ask Jesus to guide you so that you can live a life that pleases God as your heavenly Father? If so, then just ask God by using a prayer something like this...
Lord, I know that Jesus died for me to pay the price for the wrong that I have done. And I know that you raised Him up so that He could rejoin You in heaven. Please forgive me for all of my sin and give me a fresh start so that I can be a part of Your family. Jesus, please come into my life and lead in the right way. Thank You for saving me. Amen.
If you prayed that prayer and meant it, guess what? You are now headed in the right direction. Your sins are gone and Jesus is ready to lead you towards a whole new life. Be sure to tell somebody today about your great news. Find a local church where you can learn more about Jesus and how we can become more like Him. And if you would, send me a note and let me know your great news as well. Just email me at brucenichols@rollingforkbaptistchurch.com and I will be sure to send you a note of encouragement. Amen?
26 Jesus answered them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, you are seeking me, not because you saw signs, but because you ate your fill of the loaves.
Jesus had just fed the 5,000 men plus the women and children. Now the crowd catches up with Him on the other side acting like He's their best friend. But Jesus knew their real motive, they wanted food, not guidance. They wanted something for the moment, not for eternity.
What about you? If you are going to church and following Jesus, what is the REAL reason that you are doing so? Is it because of who He IS or because of what He can DO for you? Never let the gifts become more important than the Giver.
And if you are not going to church and if you are not trying to follow Jesus, what is the REAL reason that you are holding back? Are you trying to find happiness in someone or something else? Are you like the people in the crowd who were only living for the moment with no eternity in mind? Whatever the reason, I pray that you will meet my Lord, Jesus and that you will see how much He loves you. Don't take this next statement lightly... HE DIED FOR YOU SO THAT HE COULD SPEND ETERNITY WITH YOU IN HEAVEN.
If you have never asked Jesus into your life to forgive you of any and everything that is separating you from God, would you do it today? Would you ask Jesus to guide you so that you can live a life that pleases God as your heavenly Father? If so, then just ask God by using a prayer something like this...
Lord, I know that Jesus died for me to pay the price for the wrong that I have done. And I know that you raised Him up so that He could rejoin You in heaven. Please forgive me for all of my sin and give me a fresh start so that I can be a part of Your family. Jesus, please come into my life and lead in the right way. Thank You for saving me. Amen.
If you prayed that prayer and meant it, guess what? You are now headed in the right direction. Your sins are gone and Jesus is ready to lead you towards a whole new life. Be sure to tell somebody today about your great news. Find a local church where you can learn more about Jesus and how we can become more like Him. And if you would, send me a note and let me know your great news as well. Just email me at brucenichols@rollingforkbaptistchurch.com and I will be sure to send you a note of encouragement. Amen?
Monday, January 3, 2011
NEW YEAR, NEW STRUCTURE, NEW VISION
Wow, what a time to be a Christian! And what a time to be a pastor! I am so thankful that God has allowed me to pastor the same church for 11 years so far. And the good news is that I am more excited about the future than I have ever been. With this new year starting, we are in the process of developing a new structure of leadership in our church that will help us live out our 'new' vision. It's not that we have replaced our vision from before, it's just that it is much clearer now what we are trying to do and how to accomplish it.
One of the big changes taking place sometime this year will be adding a new music minister. We are currently taking resumes and asking God to give us the right leader who take care of the music in our church. I have been doing it for years and between the music and the preaching, my voice is lasting as long as it used to. (Yes, I know I am getting older, thank you.) So I ask that you pray for us to find such a person to fill that position.
The theme this year is "PREPARING FOR HEAVEN IN 2011" reminding us that we must prepare ourselves to meet God so that we may hear Him say 'Well done, My good and faithful servant.". Are you ready to meet Him? I hope you are. If not, why ask Him to forgive you of your sins and help you live a life that pleases Him? You will be glad you did!
One of the big changes taking place sometime this year will be adding a new music minister. We are currently taking resumes and asking God to give us the right leader who take care of the music in our church. I have been doing it for years and between the music and the preaching, my voice is lasting as long as it used to. (Yes, I know I am getting older, thank you.) So I ask that you pray for us to find such a person to fill that position.
The theme this year is "PREPARING FOR HEAVEN IN 2011" reminding us that we must prepare ourselves to meet God so that we may hear Him say 'Well done, My good and faithful servant.". Are you ready to meet Him? I hope you are. If not, why ask Him to forgive you of your sins and help you live a life that pleases Him? You will be glad you did!
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