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Pastor Austin Feuerstein
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May 22, 2024

Main Idea

The main idea of Pastor's message was that our prayer life should be focused on God and informed by Scripture, just as Daniel's was during his time in Babylon. We were reminded that turning our attention to God, knowing who we are talking to, confessing our sins, and listening for God's response are crucial steps in prayer. Pastor stressed that by aligning our prayers with God's will, we can ask for things that are eternally significant, rather than being caught up in temporary desires or societal changes.

Scripture References

Daniel 9:2-3, Isaiah 26:3, 1 John 5:14, 2 Peter 3:9, John 3:16, Philippians 4:19

How can we ensure that our prayers are focused on God's will rather than our own desires?

We should protest less over Facebook and start praying about what is in HIS book.

What are some 'butt cheeks' in society that distract us from our relationship with God, and how can we address them in prayer?

Discussion Questions:

Why is it important to include ourselves when confessing sins in prayer, as Daniel did?

How can we remind ourselves of who God is before we pray, and why is this significant?

What does it mean to listen for God's response in prayer, and how can we differentiate this from the outcomes we seek?

What you pray about reveals more about you than it does about God, because it shows you what you think about God.

Summary

In Pastor's sermon titled 'Daniel 9,' he shared a humorous anecdote about a morning mishap to illustrate how easily we can become distracted by the 'butt cheeks' of society's problems, such as depression, financial issues, and political strife. He emphasized that, like Daniel in Babylon, we should focus on prayer rather than the ugliness around us. Pastor reminded us that prayer should be centered on Scripture and that we should face God, not just the issues of the world. He encouraged us to pray for people and their relationship with God, rather than merely for changes in society or policy.

Call to Action

Some next steps to take this week:

Let's commit to turning our faces toward God each day, seeking Him in prayer and aligning our desires with His will.

Take time to listen for God's response in prayer, rather than just looking for the outcomes we want.

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