Our Sovereign God

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Scripture: Exodus 15:1-21

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In this new series, The Power of Prayer, we are excited to explore the prayers of people in the Bible. This lesson will examine Exodus 15, where God provided a miraculous escape for the Israelites as they crossed the Red Sea while Egyptian chariots closed in on them.

The Lord hurled Pharaoh’s army of chariots into the sea and delivered the Israelites. With praise and celebration, Moses and his sister, Miriam, led the people in a powerful praise service.

Then Moses and the Israelites sang this song to the Lord: “I will sing to the Lord, for He is highly exalted. Both horse and driver He has hurled into the sea.”

– Exodus 15:1

The entire community unites to praise the Lord. They recognize God’s strength, salvation, and His mighty right hand. The Lord is awesome, holy, and majestic, performing mighty wonders.

In Your unfailing love, You will lead the people You have redeemed. In Your strength, You will guide them to Your holy dwelling.

– Exodus 15:13

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Scripture: Joshua 10:12-14

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We are excited to explore the prayers of individuals in the Bible in our new series, The Power of Prayer. Today, we will look closely at Joshua 10:12-14. A faithful leader offered a bold prayer. God heard his request, suspended the laws of nature, and granted the Israelites a miraculous victory!

At that time, Joshua spoke to the Lord in the day when the Lord gave the Amorites over to the sons of Israel, and he said in the sight of Israel, “Sun, stand still at Gibeon, and moon, in the Valley of Aijalon.” And the sun stood still, and the moon stopped until the nation took vengeance on their enemies.

– Joshua 10:12-13

The prayer of Joshua serves as a powerful expression of faith, showcasing a wise leader and illustrating God’s sovereignty and divine intervention.

God answered Joshua’s prayer by causing the sun and moon to stand still. This prolonged the day and allowed the Israelites to achieve their victory.

Do you often “talk to the Lord?” Joshua had a close, personal relationship with the Lord and communicated with Him openly! We can learn valuable lessons from Joshua’s life.

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Scripture: Psalm 90

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Prayer is an essential part of our spiritual journey. Scripture is filled with examples of prayer and praying people. These individuals were not perfect, yet they sought the Lord.

The Lord is the Everlasting God. His name—Yahweh—expresses His desire to establish a covenant relationship with His chosen people. He is the One True God and is eternal.

God’s clock is not like ours! A thousand years feel like a fleeting day or just a few hours at night. He exists eternally in relation to time. However, we are mortals, constrained by time.

Teach us to understand life’s brevity, so that we may grow in wisdom (hokmah—the practical skill, discernment, and ability to live a life that pleases God, encompassing both spiritual and worldly aspects).

May the favor of the Lord our God rest on us; establish the work of our hands for us—yes, establish the work of our hands.

– Psalm 90:17 (NIV)

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Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:18-29

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King David’s prayer of gratitude offers us a significant lesson. He sat before the Lord and prayed, demonstrating humility in his posture while acknowledging the many good gifts and blessings bestowed upon him. David also pours out praise for his Sovereign Lord, who is holy, merciful, and gracious.

How great you are, O Sovereign Lord! There is no one like you. We have never even heard of another God like you!

– 2 Samuel 7:22

God’s greatness overwhelms David. He has performed great wonders! His name is exalted! God chose to bless David despite his sins because, ultimately, David sought to glorify God and serve Him with his life. God extends life and His unfailing love to each of us.

Come to me with your ears wide open. Listen, and you will find life. I will make an everlasting covenant with you. I will give you all the unfailing love I promised to David.

– Isaiah 55:3

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Scripture: 2 Kings 20:1-11

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In this current season, we have considered the prayers of people in the Bible—leaders, women, and kings. There are moments in life when we lose hope, feel overwhelmed, confront terminal illness, find ourselves surrounded by destruction, and face inevitable defeat. Where do we turn, and how do we navigate these challenging times?

King Hezekiah was the king of Judah who reigned in Jerusalem and walked with God. The mighty Assyrian army threatened to destroy the city, while their king, Sennacherib, mocked the Lord God.

And he (Hezekiah) did what was right in the eyes of the Lord, according to all that David his father had done.

– 2 Kings 18:3

During this time, King Hezekiah suffered from a terminal illness. The prophet Isaiah visited his bedchamber and declared that he would die. Upon hearing these words, Hezekiah prayed to the Lord.

Then Hezekiah turned his face to the wall and prayed to the Lord, saying, “Now, O Lord, please remember how I have walked before you in faithfulness and with a whole heart, and have done what is good in your sight.” And Hezekiah wept bitterly.

– 2 Kings 20:2-3

King Hezekiah exemplifies his reliance on Yahweh. He approaches the Lord when the king of Assyria threatens Jerusalem. He cries out to the Lord when the prophet Isaiah informs him that he will die from his illness. God demonstrates His power to answer the prayers of a defeated, discouraged, and ill king who is facing certain death.

This is true in our lives. This is our God! He may not choose to heal us physically, but He is more than capable, and indeed, all who trust in Him will spend eternity with Him, healed and whole.

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Scripture: Psalm 102:1-2

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What is prayer? How do we pray? Does God hear our prayers? Does He answer our prayers?

Have you ever pleaded with God for something? Today, we will share two personal stories with you. God does answer prayers, and we have personally experienced this in our lives.

Hear my prayer, Lord; let my cry for help come to you. Do not hide your face from me when I am in distress. Turn your ear to me; when I call, answer me quickly.

– Psalm 102:1-2

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