The Power of Prayer: A Haven for a Mom’s Heart 1 John 5:14 (NIV) says, “This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.” I’ve heard it said … Read More
Living a Lifestyle of Prayer: Have a Talk with God
Have a Talk with God Welcome to Living a Lifestyle of Prayer. My name is Linda Steppenbacker, and I’m going to be reading Have a Talk with God. Let’s begin with prayer. Dear Heavenly Father, I thank You so much … Read More
Living a Lifestyle of Prayer: Hearing the Voice of the Shepherd
Hearing the Voice of the Shepherd “My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me.” John 10:27 I cannot think of anything more transforming in a person’s life than consistently hearing the voice of Jesus. It … Read More
Living a Lifestyle of Prayer: Let Jesus Set Your Heart Free
Let Jesus Set Your Heart Free God truly loves each of us and knows how to speak to our hearts. He meets us exactly where we are. Last year, my young son struggled with fear of the dark. He also … Read More
Living a Lifestyle of Prayer: Rejoicing in the Waiting
Rejoicing in the Waiting How would you measure your ability to wait? Is it by the amount of time you wait? By the peace you feel during that waiting? Is it defined by what you receive at the end of … Read More
Living a Lifestyle of Prayer: What Do You Do with Disappointment
What Do You Do with Disappointment Welcome to Living a Lifestyle of Prayer. My name is Linda Steppen Barker, and I’m going to be reading What Do You Do with Disappointment? Let’s pray. Dear Heavenly Father, we know that disappointment … Read More
Living a Lifestyle of Prayer: Take Up Your Sword… and Pray!
Take Up Your Sword… and Pray! “Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests.” Ephesians 6:17–18 … Read More
Living a Lifestyle of Prayer: God Hears and Helps
God Hears and Helps “Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” Hebrews 4:16 Mama, do you ever feel like you … Read More
Living a Lifestyle of Prayer: Teach Me to Pray with Divine Power
Teach Me to Pray with Divine Power Let’s Pray:Lord, we humbly come before You, asking You to reveal the divine power we have when we commune with You in the secret place and pray from our seated position of authority … Read More
Living a Lifestyle of Prayer: The Doorway to a Changed Life
The Doorway to a Changed Life “For we have no power to face this vast army that is attacking us. We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you.” 2 Chronicles 20:12b–c Have you ever come … Read More
Living a Lifestyle of Prayer: Persistence in Prayer
Persistence in Prayer “…to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.” Luke 11:10b (NIV) “…how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!” Luke 11:13b (NIV) How many times do … Read More