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Illustrations from 1 Thessalonians

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The Coach Who Never Stopped Calling

Every Thursday evening for eleven years, retired cross-country coach Dave Simmons of Flagstaff, Arizona, dialed the same six phone numbers. His former runners had scattered...

1 Thessalonians 3:9-13Universal

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Prayer: The Necessity of Constant Prayer

Teaching on Prayer from E.M. Bounds: The Necessity of Constant Prayer

1 Thessalonians 5:17Universalprayerdiscipline

Prayer

Evening Prayer: Gratitude Review

For this day that held Your presence— thank You. For the moments I noticed You— and the ones I missed but You were there— thank You. For strength when I needed it, for grace when I failed, for love that...

Lamentations 3:22-23Universalgratitudefaithfulness

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Prayer: Practicing the Presence of God

Teaching on Prayer from Brother Lawrence: Practicing the Presence of God

1 Thessalonians 5:17Universalpresence of Goddaily life

Prayer

Prayer for Pastors and Ministry Leaders

Shepherd of shepherds, for those who lead Your people— Carrying heavy burdens. Navigating impossible tensions. Exhausted by constant need. Be their strength when they're depleted. Be their wisdom when they're uncertain. Be their refuge when they're attacked. Protect their families...

1 Thessalonians 5:12-13Universalleadershipministry

Prayer

Morning Prayer: Gratitude in Ordinary Days

God of small mercies, before I ask for anything, I want to notice what You've already given: This breath. This morning light. This body that woke up again. The coffee that tastes good. The people who love me. The work that gives purpose.

1 Thessalonians 5:18Universalgratitudecontentment

Spiritual Discipline

Prayer: The Jesus Prayer and Ceaseless Prayer

Teaching on Prayer from Desert Fathers: The Jesus Prayer and Ceaseless Prayer

Luke 18:13UniversalJesus prayerrepetitive prayer

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