Developing a praying way of life is at the core of the life of a Follower of Jesus. The apostle Paul urged Timothy as he led the early church in Ephesus to first of all, pray all kinds of prayers for all kinds of people. This included even kings and those people in high positions. This was to be done so that the people of God, the everyday people, may lead peaceful, quiet, and godly lives. This is important because God purposed these prayers to be part of His plan to save all kinds of people through faith in the one and only mediator between God and mankind, the man, Jesus The Christ.

Psalm 46 is a call to be still and know God amidst the turmoil around us; mountains quake, seas roar, and nations rage. We are not good at being still, even in the quiet moments. Our tech-inundated world means unceasing noise. And so many of us are burdened by personal conflicts, internal turmoil, tensions, and anxieties within. Yet, it is in stillness that we ‘know’ God, which is the foundation of trust. We see the God who is with us in the storms, the God who often stills the storms, and who will one day bring stillness to all the world. The call for us, this side of the cross, is to be still and realize the love of Christ.

It is an undeniable characteristic of human personality to think of ourselves as good. Deep down we say to ourselves “I am alright – I’ve got this. The Bible is unflinching in its condemnation of our foolish high view of ourselves. But God does not leave us in despair. There is hope in the unmerited favor found only in Jesus. Listen to learn more….