Christ Church Stories
Four Heart Responses to a Holy God
Examining the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector, we can dissect common spiritual deceptions and the postures of a repentant heart. This is a clear parable of the contrasts between self-righteousness and humility. Discover how to embrace a teachable spirit and unlock God’s mercy.
A Lifestyle of Persistent Prayer
Discover the transformative power of persistent prayer in this insightful exploration of Luke 18:1-8, The Parable of the Unjust Judge. Discover new depths in your relationship with God by choosing a lifestyle of prayer and finding hope in God’s promises.
A Word on “Transforming Prayer”
A book review of Daniel Henderson’s “Transforming Prayer” through personal anecdotes to show the spiritual awakening of reevaluating our approach to prayer. Instead of seeking God’s hand, what if we sought His face? Are our prayers to magnify God or lessen our load?
What is Prayer?
How does prayer work, and what can we pray for? What if God doesn’t answer my prayer? We share 5 steps to starting your prayer life today.
How to Move Mountains With Prayer
Have you ever felt like life's problems were larger than you could handle? Jesus teaches us that we have the power of prayer to move mountains. However, what does that metaphor mean? This blog explains that sometimes God doesn't want to change your circumstances. Instead, He wants to change you in your circumstances.
A Caution For How We Approach God
In Luke 18, Jesus shares a parable of how our self-righteousness can affect our prayer life. Through the illustration of two men going to the temple to pray, Jesus encourages us to take a step back to recognize where we stand. Keep reading to see if you are experiencing the vulnerability of the religious or a justified spirit of poverty.
Why Doesn’t God Answer My Prayer?
Have you ever been discouraged by prayer? Does it feel like God doesn't hear your prayer, or nothing happened after praying diligently? In the Parable of the Persistent Widow, Jesus shares that we shouldn't lose heart when we pray. We outline five ways to build your heart for more effective prayer.
Three Keys to a Better Prayer Life
Jesus teaches us the Lord's Prayer in Luke 11 as a model for our prayers. However, Jesus wasn't merely teaching us an outline; instead, He showed us the transformative power of prayer. Keep reading the three keys to an empowered prayer life.
Why Prayer Works
What happens when we pray? What’s the difference between praying for what’s in us versus what we want? How do we restore the altars of our life to meet God?
When God Visits You
Why can’t I hear God? Does God still show up for those in need? What four reasons do we ignore God’s visit, and why is He visiting?