The Gift. A Child.
Sunday - December 7th   

This Sunday, Rob Lea brings us the talk in the latest of our EBC services. We encourage you to reflect on the bible text and join us in the prayer that follows below.

 
Here are some questions to consider:

PRAYER
Lord God, thank you for the blessings that you give us every day. And thank you for the role that you have given each of us as part of your divine plan. Thank you also for your unmerited mercy and grace.
Please forgive us for those times when we have taken these things for granted or have shown ingratitude. Forgive us also for allowing your word, your promises to be eclipsed by doubt.
Lord, we ask that by the power of your Holy Spirit, you align our hearts to your will. Help us to be persistent in prayer, see beyond our disappointments and to trust your perfect timing.
We ask these things in the mighty name of Jesus Christ.
AMEN
 
Questions to Consider

1. Why is it important to be persistent in Prayer? Is there a prayer that you have been praying that has not been answered? If so, why do you think that might be?
2. What are some possible outcomes of persistent prayer?
3. Can you give an example of God’s perfect timing? In what way do you see yourself as part of God’s divine plan?
4. Can you think of a time when you have allowed the limitations of human logic and natural circumstances to overshadow the supernatural promise of God?
5. What might be the benefits of having doubts?
6. Do you think that doubts disqualify us from serving God?
7. It has been said that when God blesses us, whether in big or small ways, our first response should be gratitude, not entitlement or pride. Is that always your response? What might you be taking for granted?
8. What is the best gift you have ever received?