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WEEK 4
Relying on the Scriptures and Prayer “For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Nothing in all creation is hidden from God’s sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account” (Hebrews 4:12-13).
Hurting, confused people desperately need God to touch their lives with his love, truth, and strength. God has given us his word to comfort us and direct us. In our role, we have the privilege of sharing his truth with people to encourage them, to guide them, and occasionally, to correct them. In addition, God wants each of us to connect with him in prayer. The powerful combination of God’s truth and prayer can transform lives. Those who are emotionally wounded, physically sick, relationally distraught, or financially stuck need us to share God’s word and model prayer as we care for them.
