SERMON SNAPSHOT: Sunday, March 19, 2023

Dear Friends in Christ –

This Sunday we complete our series on the Book of James. Over the last month, James has offered that

we could endure and even know joy in the midst of challenge and trials.
its not enough to hear the word, we must be doers of the word
our relationship with Jesus must be evidenced by faithful actions
the words we speak have power for good or for bad. We can be agents of hurt and disarray or agents of grace.

James concludes his practical missive with a call to prayer, powerful prayer. Here are some questions I’ve encountered regarding prayer and some I’ve asked:

What is prayer?
Why should we pray?
How does one pray?
When should one pray?
To whom do you pray?

You see, some folks have formulas; some folks go free form. Some have a schedule; others approach prayer on an ‘as needed’ basis.

But for those who believe, those who have persevered, practiced and have known the sweetness of answered prayer, prayer may remain a mystery but it is known and savored - a reality embraced. We, of course, can’t cover prayer in a sermon or a lifetime, but we can practice and be blessed.

Here’s a statement I think gets us on our way: Don’t ask for anything until you’ve said ‘thank you’ for everything!

So, in gratitude and anticipation, I’ll see you Sunday –