Our True Supplier

"I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener.  He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful.  You are already clean because of the word I have spoken to you.  Remain in me, and I will remain in you.  No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine.  Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me. 

"I am the vine; you are the branches . . . "As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you.  Now remain in my love.  If you obey my commands and remain in his love, just as I have obeyed my Father's commands and remain in his love.  I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete." 

~ John 15: 1-11

Source: By newheavenonearth | Published April 5, 2012

What does a vine do for it's branches?  What are it's real functions?  Today we will examine this and more as we focus in on the scripture above paying close attention to the attachment of the “branch” to the “vine” and the topic of abiding, not only as place of rest but also as a place of receiving – the place where intimacy in our relationship with Christ is developed and the place where we learn to hear His voice. We are better able to understand our identity during and as a result of our times of abiding in Him, remaining in him – the place where we learn from Him (not the world or people around us) who He has made us, how He has made us, and what He has made us to do and be.  We all struggle to get to this quiet place, to hear Him whispering love songs to us, to hear Him guiding our small and big steps, and to hear Him encourage us on towards being who he ultimately designed us to be.


Join us in considering the following as you strive to fight to abide and rest in your true identity in Christ. Click HERE for today's handout.

1. Read John 15:1-17. What word or phrase “jumps” out at you, and describe what it is about the word or phrase that grabs you?
2. What one word or phrase describes your current pace in life and what it feels like? What would creating a quiet place look like for you given your current life stage? What obstacles are you encountering? What might you need to stop doing to create some space for quiet? 
3. What is one decision you can make and one step you can take today to move toward creating that quiet place? Are you willing for those around your table to check in with you next week to see how you are doing with the step?   

Jesus and Discipleship: Invitation and Challenge

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Inherent in a good discipling relationship is a dynamic of not only invitation, but challenge.  Jesus invited the disciples into relationship with him.  He invited them to follow him (Matthew 4:19, 8:22, 9:9).  By becoming his followers, they entered into relationship with him.  With that relationship came responsibility to themselves and others. 

Personally, a relationship with Jesus comes with a challenge to reorient your life to be more like him.  He says, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.” Matthew 16:24  Part of that reorientation is reflected in one of Heartland’s core values: developing excellence - giving God our very best.  God meets us where we are, but through relationship with Him expects us to up our game, moving closer to Him as we give Him the best parts of ourselves.

In the context of a discipling relationship, Jesus challenges us to give of ourselves - “freely you have received; freely give.” Matthew 10:8  This act serves not only to answer Jesus’ challenge, but to extend an invitation to another, creating a cycle of invitation and challenge through discipling relationships, growing the body of Christ.

Part of this giving is acting on the Great Commission to “go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.” Matthew 28:19-20.  You cannot make disciples without entering into relationships with people, inviting them to walk alongside you.  The challenge part of this relationship comes as you walk out the latter part of the Great Commission, teaching others what you have learned through relationship with Jesus.  Part of discipling someone involves challenging them to give their very best to God.

Who have you invited into a relationship?  How have you challenged them to give their very best to God?

Keeping Kids Papers Organized

I have three kids at three different schools and keeping all the stuff they bring home has always been tricky!  I think I have finally implemented a system that works!

The kids come in the back door, hang coats, drop backpacks and wash hands.  Then they put their shoes in the "shoe drawer." I then go through papers and immediately recycle duplicates, reminder notices after I put them on the calendar in my phone, graded work etc.  I display art in a plate rack which is usually seasonal and this makes me happy! 

Other work or art I file in their upright magazine holders that are in order of each child by age.  Bigger art I keep in an accordion folder that accommodates 11 by 14 size papers.  I file to the back and make sure they are signed and dated by the kiddo artist! The upright files keep grade cards, notes from teachers, art, pictures from birthday parties etc. -  anything that is a fun and fond memory.  I also put church art, prayers and scripture cards in there!

Come summer time we sit and go through the whole year of stuff and again weed out things that aren't still special.  The kids love looking back over a whole year of their lives! This system allows me to detach from some things without worrying that I'm not keeping enough!

When it's time for school to start in August we put everything in a big zipper bag, label it, and stack it in the basement.  Then their little bin is empty for a new year!

I will say that my four year old fills hers to the brim while my 14 year old's is barely full.  Yes the years go by and they don't have hand print art anymore!  Keep those precious memories!! The magazine files also allow me to go back and get school IDs and pictures when needed.  The in-house recycling bin allows us to double check if we need to retrieve something!

Another way I stay organized and create keepsakes is to keep a school memories photo book for each of my kiddos. I think I found these at Hobby Lobby or online somewhere. They are so fun and easy to keep up with. You add the school pic, then answer questions about that year like their best friends, favorite subjects, favorite tv shows, movies and books. There is even a place for them to sign their name! Adorable!!!! Each page is a pocket for that class photo as well as their report cards and some artwork! Capture memories as time passes right before your eyes!!  If you have little ones I highly recommend starting this when they start preschool!

Try any of these suggestions to see if they work for your family!!!! 
XO, Tasha

Master Servant

Today we are reflecting on chapters 13 and 14 in the Gospel of John and learning more about how Jesus exemplified servant leadership through humbly washing his disciples feet. We will also hear more about how some friends of Heartland are living out servant leadership in a poor and desolate part of rural India outside of Hyderbad.  They give their all to bring Jesus to this part of the world each day as they together with colleagues from India administer a program and love on 400 kids currently.  This program is called Covenant Children's Homes (CCH) and provides a home, parents who are pastors within the community and a family environment for children struggling through poverty or who have been orphaned or abandoned.  These homes give them a hope for a brighter future as well as a personal relationship with God.  See more details below.

About Servant Leadership . . .

"Someone has wisely observed that being a servant is fine until someone starts treating you like one.  We don't naturally gravitate toward servanthood.  Helping others has a certain charm as long as it doesn't inconvenience or cost too much.  But genuine servanthood is about being put upon.  Authentic service is sparked by the immediate need, not the convenience of energy, schedule, or especially social norms and expectations.  Think of a special time when you enjoyed fellowship with other believers.  What aspects of service can you identify in that setting?  How did the presence of service cause you to enjoy that fellowship so much?" (From The Gospel of John by Max Lucado)

Consider the scene . . . (From Just Like Jesus by Max Lucado)

It has been a long day.  Jerusalem is packed with Passover guests, most of whom clamor for a glimpse of the Teacher.  The spring sun is warm.  The streets are dry.  And the disciples are a long way from home.  A splash of cool water would be refreshing.

The disciples enter, one by one, and take their places around the table.  On the wall hangs a towel, and on the floor sits a pitcher and a basin.  Anyone of the disciples could volunteer for the job, but not one does.

After a few minutes, Jesus stands and removes his outer garment.  He wraps a servant's girdle around his waist, takes up the basin, and kneels before one of the disciples.  He unlaces a sandal and gently lifts the foot and places it in the basin, cover it with water, and begins to bathe it.  One by one; on grimy foot after another, Jesus works his way down the row.

In Jesus' day the washing of feet was a task reserved not just for servants but for the lowest of servants.  Every circle has its pecking order, and the circle of household workers was no exception.  The servant at the bottom of the totem pole was expected to be the one on his knees with the towel and basin.

In this case the one with the towel and basin is the King of the universe.  Hands that shaped the stars now wash away filth.  Fingers that formed mountains now massage toes.  And the one before whom all nations will one day kneel now kneels before his disciples.  Hours before his own death, Jesus' concern is singular.  He wants his disciples to know how much he loves them.  More than removing dirt, Jesus is removing doubt.

Reflections on John 13:1-20

1. How did Jesus show his love for his friends?
2. Looking at Simon Peter's reaction to being served by Jesus, why was it difficult for him to accept Jesus' service?
3. When has the humble service of a fellow believer inspired you?
4. What are some of the rewards of serving others?
5. Why is it important for fellow believers to have fellowship with one another?
6. How does it affect you to see people serving with humility in the church?  

 

Children's Covenant Homes (CCH) - Providing Family-Style Homes and Education for Children in Crisis

• Website - http://cch-india.com/
• Vison - In a Covenant Children’s Home, we create an atmosphere of love and belonging, where the children not only have the pastor’s immediate family taking care of them in the day-to-day, but the entire church family nurturing them as they grow up.  This gives them a solid foundation emotionally, physically and spiritually. We currently have 400 children in 40 Covenant Children’s Homes. Our desire is to see many more orphaned or abandoned children have the opportunity to grow up in this kind of environment.
• To Give or Donate - Click HERE to learn how.  Every bit helps there.  A pair of shoes for one kid costs $6.  You can even sponsor a kid to go to camp for $50 or a whole home of 10 kids for $500.  There are always special projects as well where they are trying to raise money for basic necessities like mattresses and pillows.
• Videos we viewed today:
• "A Day in the Life"
• "CCH Vision"

Our next Serve Day is centered around serving and caring for the most recent 200 kids that were added to CCH.  In the past year CCH opened up 20 new homes for these kids and now we are going to make them personalized pillow cases that will be handed out at their summer camp in a few months.  Last year we did this and it was a hit.  Many of these kids have never had pillows let alone one that is all their own so they were excited.

To cover the cost of the materials and shipping for this effort, we are asking each women to consider giving a donation.  Even if it is a $1 or $30 it all helps and will go a long way.  Any extra money we have will be put towards Pajamas for the kids.  Please contact Kyran W (kyran_stagnito@hotmail.com) with any questions. 

If you are interested in giving to CCH on a regular, ongoing basis please contact Tara G at taragazaway@yahoo.com.

Finding Our Place

The primary reason I agreed to try to find a church home for our family was community.  I had reached a point in my life where my expectations for the community that surrounded me continually exceeded the reality.  As young parents our circles did not include any other families.  Most of the parents of our children’s friends were much older than us and I honestly felt they were uncomfortable with our age and I never felt comfortable being myself around them.  

Little did I know Jesus was using this desire in me to capture my heart!  Heartland quickly felt like home for our family and we couldn’t wait to become more involved.  Almost immediately we began by filling out a volunteer form and meeting with a coordinator.  As much as this got us connected, and a community began to form around us, I still felt isolated.  As a woman falling in love with Jesus, I needed other woman around me who would understand.  I needed women who had gone before me to guide me.  I needed women who were in the process of falling for Jesus and I needed women who were just a few steps behind me.  All to receive, as well as give, encouragement; to share my hunger, my experiences; to be vulnerable and grow alongside women who were trustworthy, understanding, and willing to be just as vulnerable with me.  

This didn’t happen over night.  I slowly got more and more involved.  Then one day I knew God was telling me to position myself more fully to find these relationships.  He called me to a season of immersing myself in women’s ministry.  So, in the Fall of 2011 I signed up for not only the Tuesday night Women’s Ministry Bible Study, but also to be a part of the 2011-2012 Mother’s Together Community.  A number of ministry leaders questioned why I was adding both of these to my already hectic schedule.  

The look in their eyes when I explained it to them affirmed my steps were on the correct path.  Instantly there was an acknowledgement and an unspoken understanding of where I was.  Maybe, as women following after Christ, we’ve all found ourselves in this isolated place.  I strongly sense it is so difficult for us there because it is not meant to be this way.  It is difficult so we will desire something else.  As believers, the Spirit in us craves to be part of a healthy Body of Christ.  

The beauty of being in different stages of our faith and life, and how wonderfully different our journeys are, became apparent to me Wednesday when many of us shared and all of us were inspired by one another.  The space created there was sacred.  We all contributed to building a safe and comfortable environment for all of us to be vulnerable with one another, to give others and ourselves grace and encouragement.  What God put on my heart to share today was to call out what we have and what is available to us as women in this community and to challenge us all to step fully into our role whatever that may be.  If you need to be vulnerable and receive grace and encouragement, do so.  If you sense you need to be that for another, do so.  Take the risk to invest yourself in these relationships.  He promises it will be rewarding!

“The way God designed our bodies is a model for understanding our lives together as a church: every part dependent on every other part, the parts we mention and the parts we don’t, the parts we see and the parts we don’t. If one part hurts, every other part is involved in the hurt, and in the healing. If one part flourishes, every other part enters into the exuberance. You are Christ’s body—that’s who you are! You must never forget this. Only as you accept your part of that body does your “part” mean anything.” 1 Corinthians 12:25-27 (MSG)

I encourage all of you to read 1 Corinthians 12 in its entirety particularly in The Message version.

- Nanette H.

Scripture Memory Box

We have a morning routine during the summer that begins when the kids hop in bed for a little devotional time and we open the lid of this box...

I came across the directions for a Charlotte Mason memorization box system on the SimplyCharlotteMason.com website, then printed them out and pasted them inside the lid of our box. I picked out some scrapbook papers I liked, found an old looking army tin box from Hobby Lobby, broke out the mod podge and by the time it was finished, I realized it matched our bedroom--I was going to use it at dinner and keep it in the dining room, but because it matches, I keep it on my bedside table (even better!).

The kids have learned a ton of verses in Awanas, and so it's important to me that they don't just earn a jewel or a badge and forget about them.  I want Scripture and quotes and good things to sink in deep, so I've adopted this Charlotte Mason system (if you're unfamiliar, she has many brilliant things to say about teaching kids, and her methods are rooted in routines).
I'll let the instructions here speak for themselves (copied from that website).

Here are our Daily, Odd/Even, Day of the Week and Date of the Month divider tabs, which allow us to cover everything we've recently learned (most frequently), and still review EVERYTHING we've ever learned within a month's time.

 These are the sorts of things we keep in our box--scripture memory verses and prayers.

 Here's one of Lorelei's Awanas verses from last year.  She knows it well, so right now it's filed under a day of the week but soon will move behind a number to be reviewed once a month. 

 I love that the process doesn't require any thought--just move an index card back, and replace it with a new one. Simple!

Faith Shaping

 

"Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.  Now we ask you, brothers, to respect those who work hard among you, who are over you in the Lord and who admonish you. Hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work. 

Live in peace with each other. And we urge you, brothers, warn those who are idle, encourage the timid, help the weak, be patient with everyone. Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always try to be kind to each other and to everyone else.  Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. . ."

 ~1 Thessalonians 5: 11-28

Last week we heard a powerfully charged message from Beth Moore about using our mouths for God's glory and harnessing the power of praying verses of the Bible.  As we begin "living on God's CPR" we inhale His scripture (God's Word in the Bible) so we can exhale His Word when we speak, when we react to our kids, when we have hard discussions, when we are encouraging and comforting a close friend . . . the practical use of this is limitless!

So how does all this tie to Faith Shaping, our focus for today?  As women, we have the potential through our words to influence many people that we interact with.  First and foremost, we need to nurture and grow our own faith being mindful of God's nudges and fine tuning our ear to "hear" Him.  Then we have to be willing to obey and act upon what God is guiding us to do.  Second, we have the opportunity to help shape our kids' faith too with help from our husband or other family members and friends.

We don't have to do this alone nor do we need to know everything there is to know about God before attempting to help our kids with their faith walk.  Often times what works for one family will not work for another.  It is an art not a science.  This is where the women of Mothers Together can provide a huge support as well as a wealth of helpful insight and vast experience on what has worked for them in shaping their own faith as well as their family members' faith.

Our hope is that you will be INSPIRED when you leave today.  Fight the temptation to compare or start beating yourself up for not doing this or being too lax on that.  I just love the saying that goes with the picture above - Life in Christ is not a competition but a Co-Op!!  Brilliant whoever came up with that.  Sooo just enjoy, listen and take in what is doable for you and what you sense God wants you to do.  AND be sure to share during our open sharing time what you are doing to personally connect with God or what you do with your family to connect to God.

Here are a few examples of Faith Shaping ideas to get you going:  

1. I've heard that several of you are adopting the index card process Beth described last week and are going to share insightful Bible verses with one another around your table.
2. Others of you have been following up throughout this week to see how inhaling God's word is going . . . a wonderful example of inviting your table to help you follow through on a nudge to act.
3. Implement Scripture Memory systems like the one you will hear about today
   
4. Read daily devotions on your own or with your family regularly. 
• "Jesus Calling" for adults and "Jesus Calling for Kids" are both amazing devotional books.
• "Face to Face"
• "Daily Light"
• "The Jesus Story Bible"
5. Regularly and fervently pray utilizing scripture as a guide . . .for you and your spouse's relationship with God, for your kids' relationship with God to grow, to express grattitude, etc.
6. Count your blessings as suggested in the book "1000 Gifts" by Ann Voskamp and develop a permanent attitude of gratefulness.
7. Pray for your kids as you drive them to school.
8. Have your adult children and grandchildren act out the story of Jesus' birth every Christmas.
9. Start young and plan and hold to taking your kids on fun trips every year - over spring break is always good so that your kids will have a better chance of staying out of trouble and want to be with you more.
10. Do regular service projects together - serve at a soup kitchen, help with our missions efforts at church, rake leaves for a neighbor, etc.

Enjoy!
~ Tara G, MT Coordinator 

"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: 

The old has gone, the new is here."  ~2 Cor 5:17

^"Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves."  ~Rom 12:9-10

Jesus in the Day to Day

If there is one thing I have learned in parenthood, (and sometimes I feel that is just the case), is that everything is seasonal. What I mean, is that nothing lasts too long.  I’m the mother of two little ones and it’s easy to see that they change so much every week, every month.  Behavior, sleep patterns, eating schedules, you know what I mean.

And when I say nothing lasts too long, I’m talking about both the not so good stuff and good stuff. For example, my nine-month-old son is not yet sleeping through the night. (For the love, little one, let your mama sleep!). I get through sleepy days because I know this won’t last forever. Or at least, I surely hope I’m not rocking him to sleep after a midnight feeding the night before he starts high school. For crying out loud!

But then there are things I don’t want to end. Another example, my daughter’s first word was “tickle”. She said it at 8 months. And honestly, I wouldn’t believe it if I didn’t have it on video. A priceless, darling video. One that I would not have taken if it weren’t for my sister. My sister suggested capturing this on video because one day she might stop saying it. I never imagined that would happen. But sure enough, a day after my video, two weeks after she became obsessed with saying “tickle” all day long, she stopped. Just like that.

Sometimes being the mother of two young children seems like I’m just waiting until the next stage begins. The one where we’ve gotten rid of the binkie or the one where we can finally go number two on the potty!! Sometimes I get so caught up with waiting, that I forget to look to Jesus.

Jesus wants to walk through these stages with me. It’s so easy to forget that Jesus wants to hold my hand through everything. It’s easy to associate the need for Jesus when we experience a tragedy or the thought to praise Him when we have something really big to celebrate. But it’s when life is regular and we’re waiting out the seasons, that He also wants to show us His greatness.

He’s calling to us. I imagine He is gently whispering, I am with you, I am with you, I am with you. You don’t have to go through this alone. Everyday and in every season. I am ever present and I want to give you the desires of your heart. Even if that desire is getting more sleep or making it through the day with one less toddler meltdown. Jesus doesn’t just want me to get through each stage, Rather, He wants to go through them with me. Holding my hand, loving me and showing me His greatness. I just have to let Him hold my hand, let Him love me and let Him show me His greatness.

Psalms 37:4 “Take delight in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart.”
Matthew 28:20 “…And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”



-Rebekah H.

The Ultimate Goal

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Pursuing a healthy lifestyle comes in many forms and fashions.  Words like Pilates, Paleo, low-carb, Dukan diet, Cross-Fit, lean protein, Zumba, Superfoods, marathons, 5k, vegan, they all seem to be saturated into our culture these days.  Thankfully, we don’t have to follow every diet fad or exercise trend to pursue a healthy lifestyle.  As a mom of 3 young daughters my days are varied and my schedule just doesn’t fit into a neat and tidy box.  For me, a healthy lifestyle means a balanced approach and we incorporate an active lifestyle into our family activities as much as possible:  bike rides, 5k-10k races, hikes, and various sports. Bottom line; however, is to set a good example for my three daughters.  I am shaping the way they view the beautiful bodies God has blessed them with and modeling for them how to seek His joy in every aspect of life. 

Fellow Mothers Together moms Tasha Cook and Annie Sutton shared on what motivates them to pursue a healthy lifestyle and how they view the connection between their physical and spiritual lives.   

Tasha Cook:  I have a bad back and feel it’s my responsibility to me and my family to be as strong and healthy as possible. I have found that I mostly enjoy exercise in the quiet outdoors.  I love to hear God and see nature and all He’s made.  I mix it up, though: classes, a run, DVD at home, jog stroller... I try not to use the time I have for physical only.  If I have time for my body I need to match that time with my spirit/soul.  My verse has been from Proverbs 31:25.  I want to be that woman: to be strong and courageous, to laugh without fear of my back going out in the future, to carefully watch my household by being healthy and present for my family. 

Annie Sutton:  I competed in my first Fitness Competition one year ago in October.  This last weekend I competed in my 5th.  At first I didn’t really know all the hard work physically, emotionally, and mentally it was going to take to get my body in the shape it needed to be in. I have always loved exercise and this was something I could do for me! I had a goal and I could "press on to that prize" in the end.  
Through the journey I have been on through each competition I feel the Lord tugging on my heart saying "What is the ultimate goal?" The goal for all of us is to know Christ and be more Christ like.  

Like an athlete in training, God wants us to spend time with him, focus on His word, and dedicate ourselves to grow in Him because He is the ultimate prize!
 I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us (Philippians 3:14).  To that end, 2 Corinthians 5:20 says “we are Christ's ambassadors; God is making his appeal through us.  We speak for Christ when we plead "Come back to God!" When reading this verse I think wow, we are Christ’s ambassadors!  The Lord is using us to reach people.  What a motivation to be the best we can be physically, emotionally, and spiritually.


- Jena M.

Believing God's Word Is Alive and Active in You

 

By Beth Moore (via DVD)

Today's insights and knowledge will be presented to us by Beth Moore via a DVD from her "Believing God" study.  It is dynamic, amazing, inspiring and challenging all at once.  We are going to learn how to "live off the CPR of God: as we believe, we inhale His words, and as we speak, we exhale His words."  Please join us on this journey today as we learn how to become "armed and dangerous" . . .Whew this is GOOD stuff that is sure to impact us all.

"The word that God speaks is alive and full of power [making it active, operative, energizing, and effective]" ~Hebrews 4:12  AMP

Here is an excerpt from Day 1 of this particular lesson on the "The Power of the Tongue"

• God's words are omnipotent; because we have been created in His image, our words are potent.
• Our words are potent no matter how we use them.
• God desires not only that His children believe truth but also that we speak it: "'I believed; therefore I have spoken'" (2 Cor. 4:13)
• God ordains that words of faith have more power than thoughts of faith alone: "'Say to this mountain, "move from here to there"'" (Matt. 17:20)

"You and I want to function in the full throttle of power God desires to give us.  Ideally, our faith can become voice, and our voice can become power when we're operating in God's will.  When we're actively trying to do what God says we can and we don't get the results God's Word says we can expect, we need to ask what might be wrong.  Scripture tells us that if Christ's words dwell in us, we can use our mouths to speak or pray over situations, and the Holy Spirit will often bring powerful results.  God may bring forth those results through different means and on a different timetable than we pictured, but His Word says power is applied when we pray and speak with faith in His name."
   

We will also learn about the power of using our mouths to pray scripture:

 

"God’s desire is for us to use our mouths powerfully for His Glory.  He wants to make us a blessing to those around us. Prayer is a primary discipline of the faith that God wants to infuse with His power and authority." 

How to identify and pray scripture

• Ask God to reveal applicable Scripture to you 
• Be alert during devotional/Bible study times to Scripture the jumps out to you
• Listen to your pastor or other teachers to discuss Scripture that relates to your current prayer requests
• When you experience an “aha” moment then you know that God is supplying you with an applicable Scripture
• Write it on an index card in the form of a prayer and keep it with your daily Bible study and prayer books
• Pray them daily or every couple days depending on the seriousness of the need
• Eventually these will go from ink on an index card to a truth abiding in your heart that you can pray on the fly from memory when needed 
• When praying for others, insert that person’s name on the index card as you write the applicable Scripture prayer 

Example Prayer: Deuteronomy 30:6 is a Scripture Beth Moore often prays for herself and her family and her prayer goes something like this . . .

“God, You desire nothing more than our love, and You willingly and graciously prepare our hearts to love You. According to Your Word, I ask You to cleanse my heart, Keith’s heart, Amanda’s heart, Melissa’s heart and Curt’s heart so that we each will love You with all our heart and soul and live the abundant life You chose for us.”

Click here for today's handout that includes the Listening Guide and Discussion Questions.