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PARTNERSHIP WITH JESUS

PARTNERSHIP WITH JESUS. Lesson 13 for March 26, 2011. PRAYER. Jesus used to set aside time for prayer. He sometimes spent all night praying . He seek communion with his Father through prayer when He had a stressful day or He needed to get ready for a special work . Jesus’ example.

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PARTNERSHIP WITH JESUS

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  1. PARTNERSHIPWITH JESUS Lesson 13 for March 26, 2011

  2. PRAYER Jesus used to set aside time for prayer. He sometimes spent all night praying. He seek communion with his Father through prayer when He had a stressful day or He needed to get ready for a special work. Jesus’ example

  3. Following Jesus’ example “Jesus Himself, while He dwelt among men, was often in prayer. Our Saviour identified Himself with our needs and weakness, in that He became a suppliant, a petitioner, seeking from His Father fresh supplies of strength, that He might come forth braced for duty and trial. He is our example in all things. He is a brother in our infirmities, “in all points tempted like as we are;” but as the sinless one His nature recoiled from evil; He endured struggles and torture of soul in a world of sin. His humanity made prayer a necessity and a privilege. He found comfort and joy in communion with His Father. And if the Saviour of men, the Son of God, felt the need of prayer, how much more should feeble, sinful mortals feel the necessity of fervent, constant prayer” E.G.W. (Steps to Christ, cp. 11, pg. 93)

  4. Benefits of prayer

  5. CHURCH Jesus used to worship at the synagogue (church for Jewish) or at the Temple every Sabbath. There He sang, He preached, He prayed, He listened to God’s Word and He took part in communion with his brothers. Jesus’ example

  6. “We sustain a loss when we neglect the privilege of associating together to strengthen and encourage one another in the service of God. The truths of His word lose their vividness and importance in our minds. Our hearts cease to be enlightened and aroused by their sanctifying influence, and we decline in spirituality. In our association as Christians we lose much by lack of sympathy with one another. He who shuts himself up to himself is not filling the position that God designed he should. The proper cultivation of the social elements in our nature brings us into sympathy with others and is a means of development and strength to us in the service of God. If Christians would associate together, speaking to each other of the love of God and of the precious truths of redemption, their own hearts would be refreshed and they would refresh one another” E.G.W. (Steps to Christ, cp. 11, pg. 101) Following Jesus’ example

  7. People who take part in Church community can find support, friendship and incentives and other advantages: Benefits of worship and Church community They are less prone to suffering addictions. They are more prone to be sexually responsible. They are less involved in dangerous behaviours. They are more prone to practice ethics in business and at work. They are more prone to enjoy a richer social network and group support. They are more prone to experience higher levels of self-esteem and personal efficiency. They are more prone to get over losses more easily (death of beloved people, calamities, health problems, etc.). They are more prone to have positive emotions (love, forgiveness, contentment, etc.). They are less prone to have negative emotions (guilt, fear, hostility, anger, etc.)

  8. FORGIVENESS Jesus taught his disciples that they had to forgive. He gave us the example by forgiving those who were crucifying him. Jesus’ example

  9. Following Jesus’ example “The love of Jesus needs to be brought to bear upon our lives. It will have a softening, subduing influence upon our hearts and characters. It will prompt us to forgive our brethren even though they have done us injury. Divine love must flow from our hearts in gentle words and kindly actions to one another. The fruit of these good works will hang as rich clusters upon the vine of character” E.G.W. (That I may know Him, June 23)

  10. It restores and keeps relationships between people. • It frees from the pain caused by sin. • It generates a feeling of grace and generosity. • It contributes to building our character. • It helps to have good mental health. • It reduces anger, depression and anxiety. • It increases self-esteem and emotional comfort. Benefits of forgiveness Forgiveness is a medicine for the body the mind and the spirit.

  11. SERVICE Jesus came to this world to serve, and He did it through teaching and healing. Jesus’ example

  12. In addition to support the Adventist social work all over the world (ADRA, missions, hospitals...) we must individually help those who need us and who are near us (neighbours, workmates, friends...) Following Jesus’ example “Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen: to loose the chains of injustice and untie the cords of the yoke, to set the oppressed free and break every yoke? Is it not to share your food with the hungry and to provide the poor wanderer with shelter--when you see the naked, to clothe him, and not to turn away from your own flesh and blood? Then your light will break forth like the dawn, and your healing will quickly appear; then your righteousness will go before you, and the glory of the Lord will be your rear guard” (Isaiah, 58: 6-8)

  13. Benefits of service “The sympathy which exists between the mind and the body is very great. When one is affected the other responds. The condition of the mind has much to do with the health of the physical system. If the mind is free and happy, under a consciousness of rightdoing and a sense of satisfaction in causing happiness to others, it will create a cheerfulness that will react upon the whole system, causing a freer circulation of the blood and a toning up of the entire body. The blessing of God is a healer, and those who are abundant in benefiting others will realize that wondrous blessing in their hearts and lives” E.G.W. (Welfare Ministry, cp. 41, pg. 303)

  14. HOPE AND TRUST IN GOD Jesus’ example

  15. Following Jesus’ example “Jesus is glad to receive you with all your imperfections, with all your weakness, and acknowledge you as His child. Therefore, trust Him” (E.G.W., “That I may know Him”, July 25) “He reveals His power and wisdom in answer to humble prayer. Have confidence in Him as a prayer-hearing, prayer-answering God” (E.G.W., “The ministry of healing”, cp.12, pg. 151) “Christ is your everlasting strength; confide in God, lay hold of His strength, and He will bring you off conqueror and you will wear the crown of victory” (E.G.W., “In heavenly places”, December 21) “Do your duty, and trust in God; for he knows of what things you have need” (E.G.W. “R&H”, 9-18-1888) “You must not consider that for these temptations your case is hopeless.... Hope in God, trust in Him and rest in His promises” (E.G.W., “Our Father cares”, April 8) “You may be perplexed in business; your prospects may grow darker and darker, and you may be threatened with loss; but do not become discouraged; cast your care upon God, and remain calm and cheerful” (E.G.W., “Steps to Christ”, cp. 13, pg. 124)

  16. Hope is a source of mental and physical perseverance. It is an effective treatment against depression and discouragement. It transcends finite things and concentrates on eternity. It leads us to realities, truths and promises that this world will never offer. Benefits of hope and trust in God

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