iPray: 1 Corinthians 10:9-10

"We should not test Christ, as some of them did - and were killed by snakes.  And do not grumble, as some of them did - and were killed by the destroying angel." 1 Corinthians 10:9-10

Have you ever "grumbled" in the "wilderness"?  Did it help?  Did it solve anything?  What was the result?  Maybe you weren't killed by snakes or a destroying angel, but what possibly did die or suffer as a result of lack of trust in Christ?  A relationship?  A growth opportunity?  A chance to represent Christ well to someone else? 

As we continue to follow along this wonderful passage in 1 Corinthians, as well as the corresponding journey of the Israelites in the Old Testament, we can see the benefit in choosing to trust our God and settle in His comforting presence rather than forgoing wisdom and reacting in some of the ways the Israelites did.

In light of this passage, how should we pray in preparation for this week's upcoming sermon?  Remember that we are praying to our Big G God!  Scripture is a great way to assist/guide our prayer time.

Feeling overwhelmed by burdens? 
     Remember, you are praying to God, The Burden-Bearer (Psalm 68:19).

Feeling distressed and worried? 
     Remember, you are praying to God, my Peace (Romans 16:20).

Feeling like no one is reliable or comes through? 
     Remember, you are praying to A Faithful God (Psalm 36:5, Lamentations 3:23)

Dear Jesus,

Please continue to guide us as we walk with You.  Please continue to reveal all the wonderful ways you love us, come through for us, and provide for us.  Please help our first response to be praise, prayer, and trust, rather than lack of trust, grumbling, and a bad attitude. 

Please also guide each of us as we ask You to help us "find our awe" and fully lean into whatever You would have us do as we walk in faith during this capital campaign time.

We love You.  We need You.  Please be with us and guide us.  We are listening.

Amen.

See you tonight for PoC|Coverage, at 6pm!

Pastor Celia