Church of God Mission International – Above Only Daily Devotional By ARCHBISHOP M. E. BENSON IDAHOSA 4 SEPTEMBER  2024 | TOPIC: Pray and Think

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ABOVE ONLY DEVOTIONAL/(BIBLE STUDY)

DATE: WEDNESDAY SEP. 04

TOPIC: Pray and Think

TEXT: Philippians 4:6, 8 (CEV), Ephesians 3:20 (GNB)

KEY VERSE: Philippians 4:6, 8 (CEV)-
“Don’t worry about anything, but pray about everything. With thankful hearts offer up your prayers and requests to God…keep your minds on whatever is true, pure, right, holy, friendly, and proper. Don’t ever stop thinking about what is truly worthwhile and worthy of praise,”

INTRODUCTION:
Philippians 4:6-8 emphasizes the importance of prayer and
right thinking in the life of a believer. This study explores the connection between prayer and thoughts, highlighting the significance of aligning our thoughts with God’s truth and promises.

STUDY:

  1. PRAYER AND THOUGHT ALIGNMENT:
  • Prayer and thoughts are interconnected aspects of a believer’s spiritual life (Philippians 4:6-8).

-After praying, it is crucial to align our thoughts with God’s truth and promises, avoiding worry and focusing on what is true, pure, and praise worthy.

  1. GUARDING YOUR HEART AND MIND:
  • Proverbs 4:23 admonishes believers to guard their hearts diligently, as thoughts and attitudes flow from them.

-Avoid double mindedness and cultivate a mindset of faith and trust in God’s promises (James 1:5-8).

  1. THINKING, PLANNING, AND SEEKING GOD’S DIRECTION:
  • Luke 14:28-32 encourages believers to think and plan, trusting that God will provide direction and wisdom in line with their desires.
  • As you think and plan according to God’s will, He will guide you and reveal His purposes for your life

CONCLUSION:
Prayer and thinking go hand in hand in the life of a believer. After praying, it is essential to guard your thoughts and align them with God’s truth and promises.

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