In Oswald Chamber’s daily devotional guide, My Utmost For His Highest, the reader finds many pages concerning the subject of prayer. Here Is the meditation on prayer from August 23: When thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and . . . pray to thy Father which is in secret. Matthew vi. 6 Jesus did not …
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“Lord Teach Us To Pray”
By Jady W. Copeland Prayer occupied a very important place in the life of our Lord. On one occasion, He prayed all night. On other occasions, He found a quiet spot away from the crowd and prayed. In this article we would like to look at the model prayer found in Matthew 6 and a similar …
Why Should I Pray In An Age Of No Miracles?
By Irvin Himmel Jesus Christ worked miracles, wonders, and signs, thereby demonstrating that He was approved of God (Acts 2:22). The apostles of our Lord were endowed with miraculous powers to confirm their teaching (Mk. 16:17-20). Many baptized believers received supernatural gifts through the laying on of hands by the apostles (Acts 8:15-17; 19:5,6). Paul taught …
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Have Ye Not Read?
By Hoyt H. Houchen Question: How do the accounts of Judas’ death in Matthew 27:5 and Acts 1:18 harmonize? Reply: There is no conflict between the two accounts. The account in Matthew 27:5 simply states how Judas died. “And he cast down the pieces of silver into the sanctuary, and departed; and went out and hanged …