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Preparing for Power Part 1

DAY 2 OF 5

Listen to God

In 1 Kings 17:2, we see that “the word of the Lord came to him [Elijah]…” as he was going about his life. Elijah maintained a consistent connection with God through regular prayer throughout everything he did. Because of this, he was ready when the Lord spoke to him and gave him direction. Many of us don’t have this regular connection with God. We have a specified time with God where we read the Bible, but we often forget about him the rest of the day. If we aren’t connected to Him, we aren’t ready for him to bring about revival in our lives or the lives of those around us. Connection to God through prayer prepares our lives for His power. This doesn’t have to be complicated—perhaps instead of just talking to ourselves throughout the day, we switch to talking with the Lord.

Ask Yourself: Am I really listening to God throughout my day?

Pause to Pray: Lord, I want to listen to you throughout my day. Help me to see ways to stay connected with you in prayer.

Take a Next Step: Set a few reminders on your phone at various times of the day to remind you to pray and listen for God’s voice. When your alarm goes off, take a deep breath and start with, “God, You are with me...”

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Preparing for Power Part 1

Have you ever ached for God’s power in your life? We believe God can do all things, but sometimes fail to experience the power of the Holy Spirit in our lives. In this 4-part reading plan, we’ll dive into 1 Kings to discover how Elijah experienced an intense process of preparation before God’s presence was manifested in his life. Let’s get ready receive God’s power in our lives and churches!

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