This series has really challenged me and this fast really opened my eyes to an error in the thinking of this church.  Many people, including myself, were having a hard time asking God for good things that they felt as if they did not deserve, therefore trying to carry the punishment for themselves and diminishing the work of Jesus and the gospel.  We know that God is sovereign and in control but do we believe that He is good and merciful?  A good and loving Father who we can run to for everything?  I think this error in our thinking has effected our worship, prayer, and faith.  Today we spent time just praying and asking God for good things, not that we deserve it or that He has not already done enough for us, but that we believe that our God is good and His mercy endures forever.  We are going to continue asking Him for grace and kindness.  We had so many people coming up for prayer today crying and asking for God to show up in their lives and asking for miracles, healings, restoration, provision, peace, and the list could go on.  I thank God for the good and gracious things He did this week and I know that something has been stirred in me so I want to run to him for continued grace.  Thank you for being a good and merciful God. 

My prayer for this church is that we would get a bigger picture of God.  In the connection groups we are going to be spending time in prayer for each other and just asking for God to meet you at the point of your need.  Then we will also be talking about a few other thoughts concerning these things.  Look over these questions think about them and when you go to your connection groups we will discuss them.

(1) How do you view God?

(2) Do you believe your view of God effects your prayer life and worship?

(3) Do you know God is good and that He loves you?

(4) What are somethings that you are having a hard time trusting God for?

(5) What can your group be praying about for you?

Really think through these questions and in your groups you will be tackling some of these topics.  Bless you and make sure to stay connected in your groups.  If you do not have a group check the web page for days and times.  See you sunday as we start a new series.