Discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness (1 Timothy 4:7, NASB1995). We know the disciplines of prayer and Bible study are important for growth in holiness. But what is the principle of specificity? Specificity undergirds the effectiveness of all scriptural disciplines. Yes, without practicing “specificity” in prayers, Bible application, fellowship, and disciple-making — these disciplines will […]
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Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you (Matthew 7:7, ESV). What is the one thing that we can do to increase the effectiveness of our prayers? Ask specifically! There is a difference between general prayers and specific prayers. It’s easy to know a specific
I make New Year’s resolutions. Specificity is a principle of following Jesus. Jesus says, “Ask!” An ask of “Lord, I need a job,” is specific, while “God, bless my day,” is general. A specific answered prayer ignites prayer! All New Year’s resolutions are prayers. Specific action items for which you need the grace of God.
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