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The Gift of the Spirit is Joy

Published on August 14, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.

“This is the day The Lord has made;
let us rejoice and be glad in it.
Psalm 118:24

It is a new day! Let us trust in the Lord today for his joy and strength. Comment on the simplicity of this verse and how you can apply it in your own life.

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The Spirit in You is Joy

Published on August 12, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
Deuteronomy 16:13-17

What attitude are we to have as we worship the Lord?
Who is to join in the feast?
This gives us a picture of joyful worship as part of a community. When we bring our gifts with a grateful heart what are we promised?
Verses 16 & 17 instruct us on how to appear before The Lord. What does it tell us?
We need to remember that Joyful giving can include more than just monetary blessings. What gifts has God given you that you can share with joy today?

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God is Love

Published on August 10, 2013August 9, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.com2 Comments

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
1 John 4:7-21

This passage is so deep and rich. I encourage you to seek past just my simple questions and really immerse yourself in these words of truth.

According to this passage, where does love come from?
Because God first loved us, what must we do?
If we live in God then He ____________. “Because he has _________his_________ v. 13.
This gift enables us to testify. What is our testimony?
God’s Spirit enables us to rely on His love. How is God’s love made complete in us and what is the confidence we have in this?
Ultimately we love because ____________. v.19
Paraphrase v. 19 & v.20, but write it from a first person perspective.

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Love is…

Published on August 9, 2013August 9, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
1 Corinthians 13:4-7

Paul tells us what pure love looks like. Read his description in several different translations. Using Paul’s characteristics, write out a list of what your Love should look like.
What characteristic really stands out to you?
Ok-how many weddings have you been to and heard this passage (mine included)? But it applies to more than just your husband or wife. It is how we are to love everyone. Does that change your perspective on love your neighbor?
Ask the Spirit to work in your heart to grow the fruit of love!

Have you heard it?
For King & Country “Proof of Your Love”
http://www.forkingandcountry.com/songs/proof-your-love

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The Spirit in You is Love

Published on August 6, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
Deuteronomy 6:4-9 Mark 12:28-31

Write about what it means to love God with all of your heart, soul, mind and strength.
Is that what your love of God looks like?
How can you love your neighbor like yourself?

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Jesus IS…Messiah

Published on July 20, 2013July 19, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.com2 Comments

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
John 4:1-26

Again, Jesus puts himself in a place to have a loving interaction with a person in desperate need.

The woman said to him, “I know that Messiah is coming
(he who is called Christ). When he comes, he will tell us all things.”
Jesus said to her, “I who speak to you am he.”
John 4:25,26

What kind of water does Jesus offer the Samaritan woman?
What does Jesus share about how God wants us to worship?
Remembering that Jesus is “the way, and the truth, and the life” (John 14:6). What does it mean to you to worship in spirit and truth?
We are all in desperate need. Without the living water we are sinners who live life empty and thirsty. What does it mean to you that Jesus can fill you up and meet your every need.

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Jesus IS…Servant

Published on July 19, 2013July 19, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.com2 Comments

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
Matthew 20:20-28

I just love the way The Message tells the story. Put yourself in the disciple’s place. Jesus says…

“Whoever wants to be great must become a servant.
Whoever wants to be first among you must be your slave.
That is what the Son of Man has done: He came to serve, not be served—
and then to give away his life in exchange for the many who are held hostage.”
Matthew 20:25-28 The Message

What makes the argument that takes place at the beginning of this passage relevant to you?
In Jesus’ kingdom what makes someone great?
As stated in this passage what was Jesus’ purpose?
Jesus’ attitude is very different from that of our human nature (and he’s actually worthy of the title Master). I know just tonight I was feeling a little weary of serving. But, we are called to serve where we are! What does Jesus’ precept about greatness call you to in your own life?

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Jesus IS…Lord of Nature

Published on July 18, 2013July 17, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
Matthew 14:22-36
Mark 4:35-41
John 21:1-14

He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made;
without him nothing was made that has been made.
In him was life, and that life was the light of men.
John 1:2-4NIV

Reflect on what these passages reveal to you about Jesus’ rightful place as Lord over nature.
Note any verses that particularly struck you & why.

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Jesus IS…Healer

Published on July 17, 2013July 16, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
Mark 5:24b-34

This story grips my heart. Though they are in the midst of a crowd, Jesus and this fragile woman have a very personal interaction. He feels her…He knows her …

He said to her, “Daughter, your faith has healed you.
Go in peace and be freed from your suffering.”
Mark 5:34 NIV

Write what strikes you most about the woman we meet in this passage.
Write what moves you about how Jesus interacts with her.
Where do you need healing? Pour yourself out before your healer. Jesus is there, just reach out and grab onto His cloak…

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Jesus IS…Provider

Published on July 16, 2013July 15, 2013 by kristen from praywritegrow.comLeave a comment

Ask the Spirit to guide you as you read God’s word for today.
Mark 6:30-44

A story I’m sure you all know very well. Look at it with fresh eyes, and open heart. Jesus can provide

And taking the five loaves and the two fish
he looked up to heaven and said a blessing and broke the loaves
and gave them to the disciples to set before the people.
Mark 6:41ESV

Do you ever feel weary? Jesus understands the need for rest. Where did He take the disciples?
He desired to provide them rest by giving them quiet time with Him. What does this speak to you about setting aside quiet time where you can rest in Jesus?
Jesus is so loved that the people follow Him.Still, even though the “great crowd” ruined His quiet time how did he react?
I don’t know about you, by my “great crowd” often disturbs my quiet time – I don’t always have the same compassion. Write a prayer asking for patience and love in dealing with the unexpected.
The people are both physically and spiritually hungry. How does Jesus meet both needs of the people?
After they collect the loaves and fish what example does Jesus give us as he prepares to set the food before the people?
I love this… note Mark 6:41-44 – What does this tell you about how Jesus is able to provide for our every need?

This miracle blessed many as they were nourished by Jesus’ teaching and by the bread He provided. They ate and were satisfied and there was still more left! That is so Jesus!

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