Introduction
- Monthly Theme: The Gift of the Gospel (December)
- Message Title: “The Prayer that Transcends Time”
- Connecting Christmas to Easter:
- Mark 10:45: Jesus’ purpose – to give His life as a ransom.
- Luke 2:11: Birth of a Savior in Bethlehem.
- Matthew 1:21: Jesus named for saving people from their sins.
- Main Idea: Encourage prayer for those who have not received the gospel.
- Reflection Prompt: Think of someone who hasn’t embraced the gospel.
Text: Luke 23:33-38
Crucifixion Scene:
- Jesus crucified and mocked.
- Soldiers casting lots for His clothes.
- Jesus prays: “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.”
- Prayer Scope: Beyond those present; inclusive of all humanity.
- Call for Grace: Recognize brokenness, seek God’s grace.
Journal Insight:
- Jesus’ prayer extends to all people, including me.
- Personal gratitude for the revelation of Jesus.
- Transformation from religious figure to personal Savior.
- Prayer for friends, family, and associates.
- Seeing Jesus as a personal, loving figure.
- Relationship over religious rituals.
- Experience of acceptance, love, and freedom in Jesus.
Indifference and Hostility: The world’s deception by the evil one
Pray for Christ’s Influence: Influencing people to Christ by our prayers and our presentation.
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