Spiritual Love Languages: Time

by Rev. Allynn Walker - Mississippi River District Superintendent
Sunday, February 23, 2020
Luke 5:12-16 
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SERMON NOTES
1. A God-shaped vacuum dwells inside each of us.
2. “But He would withdraw to deserted places and pray.” (Lk 5:16)
3. Excuses Why Christians Don’t Pray:
4. God created us to be in relationship with Him. He loves us. Prayer is about getting closer to God.
5. A - adoration
C - confession
T - thanksgiving
S – supplication
6. “Put out into deep water.” (Lk 5:4)

FOR DISCUSSION AND REFLECTION
- What is your earliest memory concerning prayer? When did you first learn about having a personal prayer life?
- Which of the top 10 excuses hit closest to home for you?
- How can we recalibrate our thinking to stop expecting God to join our team and instead focus on joining His team when we pray?
- Read Psalm 139:1-18. What did you learn about God’s love for you?
- Have you ever used the acronym ACTS to guide your prayers? If yes, how has it been helpful? Have you ever used any other aid or practice in your prayer life?
- What might “going deep” look like in your life?