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You are receiving this devotional study and prayer guide as part of the Personal and Family Worship Package from Nairobi Chapel.
So far, we have covered what faith is and why we should have faith. In summary, faith is having confidence or complete trust in God. We come to God acknowledging that He is the source of our faith. We have also looked at some benefits of faith, which include; Salvation, Peace with God, Answer to Prayer, Godly success, and Hope.
Last week, we learnt that some of the hindrances to our faith include a lack of trust in God, disobedience, doubt, a lack of studying God’s word intentionally and in summary, not knowing God. This week, our study is on; Exercising our Faith.
MONDAY: Icebreaker: Imagine you are in an interview. Introduce yourself and explain the meaning of your name to the panel of interviewers.Question: When God sent Moses to the children of Israel, what name did God want Moses to tell them if they asked who sent him? Bible reference: Exodus 3:13-16, Acts 19:14-16, Psalms 9:10, Acts 4:8-10. Reflection: Names were very important in the Jewish culture because they spoke of one’s authority, mission, purpose, nature and attitude. “I AM WHO I AM, i.e., I AM has sent you” is the first biblical account of God’s name – Yahweh, the most revered by the Jews. They would refer to Him as LORD, God most high, the only true and living God, maker of heaven and earth.
We exercise our faith by calling on God’s name and knowing that His name has authority. He is the source of all the power and authority on earth and in heaven. As the disciples did, you must first be born-again and know the name of Jesus Christ, otherwise like the sons of Sceva who did not own the name, the demons turned against them.
Prayer: Lord, I pray that You will help me and my family to know that in order to exercise our faith, we have to remember that all power and authority is from You. Help us revere You as the only true God. There is no other name by which man can be saved. Receive our worship and service to You in the name of Jesus our Lord. Help us to call on Your name always.
May Your name be glorified throughout the earth. Jesus Your name is light, it has power to heal and restore, would You please shine Your light in the darkness around us. We pray that the church of Jesus will be the light for all who need hope and help. In Jesus powerful name we pray, Amen.
TUESDAY:
Icebreaker: Apart from God, tell us one person you always want to be happy with you. Why is it important for you to make them happy?Question: What distracts your worship from bringing glory to God?Bible reference: Exodus 4:31, Hebrews 11:6, 2 Timothy 1:11-12, Genesis 15:6Reflection: The ultimate goal in exercising our faith is for God to receive all the glory and honor. To exercise God’s power and authority, faith is needed. Every act of our worship through faith should be to glorify Him. Things that distract our worship from bringing God glory need to be dealt with first and fast. Through the conduit of faith, Christians have access to unsearch-able riches of God’s glory according to His perfect will.
Prayer:Lord, I worship You today. I lift up Your name and declare that You rule and reign. I pray that my family and I will worship You and that our desire every day, will be to please You in everything that we do, in Jesus name.
We ask that you would remind us to live by faith in order to please You. Strengthen the church as it consistently joins faith to praise and worship Your name. Allow that we all worship You in spirit and truth. We pray as believers all over the world lift Your name in Praise, You would unite the church and draw the nations to Yourself in Jesus name, Amen.
WEDNESDAY:
Icebreaker: When you want to take a big step in your life or make a major decision whom do you consult to seek guidance?Question: Share of a time when the Holy Spirit of God led you to do something you would not have done by your own strength.Bible reference: Acts 1:8, Zechariah 4:6, Romans 8:26-27, Ephesians 1:11-14Reflection: The Holy Spirit of God is our key aid in exercising our faith. He is the promise given to believers as their helper after Jesus went back to heaven. He empowers us, guides and shows us what we are to do as God’s witnesses. Even when we do not know what to pray for, the Holy Spirit will help us.
Prayer: Lord, I pray that as a family we will learn to totally depend on the leading of the Holy Spirit in all our undertakings. When we feel weak and discouraged, Lord lift our spirit to connect with your glorious power and promises. When words fail us, let our cries and groans connect with you in prayer. We pray that Your Holy Spirit will continue working in the church today. We ask that He will strengthen and build the church during challenging times. May the Holy Spirit encourage and comfort all who are mourning the loss of loved ones. God, You are all powerful and able to strengthen and encourage all the sick and needy in the whole world. In Jesus name, Amen
THURSDAY:Icebreaker: What is your biggest Ask in prayer this week?Question: Share of a time you took a step of faith after praying?Bible reference: Daniel 3:17-18, Hebrews 4:16, John 14:12-14, Matthew 21:22, Mark 11:24Reflection: We exercise faith when we boldly come to God in prayer, trusting that whether He acts or not, He is still God. Prayer builds courage in us and causes us to step out knowing that God will answer. Jesus assured the believers that the works and the miracles He did while on earth would continue to be done and even greater ones done by those who believe. He promised to do whatever we ask in His name, therefore we should believe in our hearts and act by faith.
Prayer:Thank you Lord for the privilege of coming into Your presence through prayer. Thank you that it is through prayer that You strengthen me and give me the courage to step out in faith. I pray and ask that You will stir up my heart to spend quality time in prayer, in Jesus name.
Lord we specifically pray that You will help everyone who is having challenges in business or lacking a source of income and/or employment. We pray that You will give all our leaders in this nation wisdom and courage to lead us well in very uncertain times. In Jesus name we pray, Amen.
FRIDAY:
Icebreaker: How can someone know that I am a follower of Jesus?Bible Reference: 1 Peter 4:10, Romans 12:3-8, Ephesians 4:7-13, James 2:17Question: How are you using the gifts God has given you to serve others? Reflection: Christian faith is to be spread, shared and witnessed. Believers can exercise faith by using the various gifts God has given them. We are connected to God through faith and we serve and operate, prompted by love to administer God’s grace that brings life and hope. Our faith stays alive as we continually minister and serve God. Faith should not be concealed but lived out openly.
Prayer:Lord, help me recognize the purpose of the gifts you have put in my life. I pray that I will use these gifts in exercising faith as I serve my family and those around me, in Jesus name. Thank You for Your grace that is available to me as I share, serve and give to those in need. We pray that the church will continue to be the hands and feet of the Lord Jesus.
Thank you for giving the body of Christ all the gifts to achieve Your purposes here on earth. We pray for boldness and courage to all especially those who work in difficult situations all over the world. In Jesus name we pray, Amen.
MEMORY VERSE FOR THE WEEK:
James 2:17 “In the same way, faith by itself if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.”
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