The Elements of Prayer
Prayer is a means of grace. We find the favour and blessings of God not simply in the answers to our prayer, but in our praying. Today, Dr. John offers some practical insights to support and guide our personal, private times of prayer. These are places of grace.
READ MOREPrayer & the Will of God
If prayer is a communication of heart, then the question of “will” becomes important. We want something when we pray; but we pray to our Father of infinite wisdom, and His will steers the course of history. Today Dr. John speaks of the interplay of “will” when we pray. Clearly, we do not receive everything we want – unless what we want is God’s will.
READ MOREThe Nature of Christian Praying
When you pray, who are you talking to? The obvious answer is God of course! But there is a theological framework at play in our prayers. Dr. John teaches today that our prayers are rightly addressed to the Father by the agency of the Son through the enablement of the Spirit. So, as our prayers are heard and answered, there is a Trinitarian response from God. All of God to all of us.
READ MOREHow Is Prayer Possible?
A well-known commercial for cell phones repeats the line, “Can you hear me now?” It is also echoed by believers when they address the throne of God. How can we be certain God is listening to our prayers? Dr. John teaches on the confidence for every praying believer. Our hope is not in our worthy life or eloquent words. We are heard because of Jesus Christ.
READ MOREPrayer
Prayer is simple enough for a child to learn, yet so profound that it holds mystery for the mature. Today Dr. John begins to teach on the nature of prayer – its necessity, effect and means. Everyone who prays and who wants to pray will benefit from this teaching.
READ MOREThe Fight for The Sufficiency of Scripture
As you know, our ministry is called, “Back to the Bible”. We are a Bible centered teaching ministry. We endeavor to teach the Bible expositionally. That essentially means we attempt…
READ MOREGod Wants Us to Pray
As Christians, what are we supposed to pray about, and how often should we do it? Last week, because it is that time of the year when we are called…
READ MOREPray for the Persecuted Church
November marks the time in which we are reminded to pray for the persecuted Church. Would you join me in prayer? Dear Heavenly Father. We thank you that our Saviour…
READ MOREWhat Should Christians Be Praying For in Light of Current Events?
Are you praying for Christians around the world and here in Canada? What should you be praying for?
READ MORE“Jesus Said What?” A Look at John 14:13-14
“Jesus said what? That can’t be right.” At first glance and without context, John 14:13-14 sounds like the ticket to all the happiness in the world! Yet, this ticket is quickly crumbled up and thrown on the ground when it seemingly proves untrue. However, upon reading it in its context we will find that it’s absolutely true and quite exciting.
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