Tag Archives: Matthew 6:33

“The Model Prayer: Our Requests” (Matthew 6:11 sermon)

Posted on 2020/10/12 by Shawn Thomas

During the Second World War, Corrie Ten Boom and her family helped Jews escape from Nazi persecution and hid them in her home. In her book, The Hiding Place, she shares about growing up in that home, where her father … Continue reading →

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Using Jesus’ Model Prayer (Matthew 6:9-13 sermon)

Posted on 2017/08/21 by Shawn Thomas

Hudson Taylor was the missionary to China who founded the Inland China Mission which touched multitudes of Chinese with the gospel. When Taylor was home in England, a young man who was interested in the ministry decided to go and … Continue reading →

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The “Anything” You Can Ask For

Posted on 2017/08/15 by Shawn Thomas

“In that day you will not question Me about anything. Truly, truly I say to you, if you ask the Father anything in My name, He will give it to you.” (John 16:23) It is interesting how many Christians totally … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotions/Bible Studies, Discipleship, Uncategorized | Tagged ask, John 16:23, knowledge of God, Matthew 6:33, prayer | 1 Comment

The Real Reason You Shouldn’t Worry

Posted on 2016/05/03 by Shawn Thomas

“For this reason I say to you, do not be worried about your life, as to what you will eat or what you will drink …”. (Matthew 6:25) Many Christians would admit that anxiety is one of the biggest problems … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotions/Bible Studies, Uncategorized | Tagged anxiety, focus, kingdom, Matthew 6:25, Matthew 6:33, worry | 2 Comments

“First” (2016 New Years message)

Posted on 2016/01/04 by Shawn Thomas

A friend of mine in Louisiana who is a runner sent me a hilarious video some time ago. It was about a guy whose life was all about running. It just dominated his day. He would get up early in … Continue reading →

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Kingdom-First Praying

Posted on 2014/04/15 by Shawn Thomas

In I Kings 3:9, David’s son Solomon, told by the Lord to ask whatever he wished God to give him, prayed his famous prayer asking God to give him an understanding heart to judge His people. In :11, God commended … Continue reading →

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