Someone once asked Billy Graham,“If Christianity is valid, why is there so much evil in the world?”
He replied, “With so much soap, why are there so many dirty people in the world?
Christianity, like soap, must be personally applied if it is to make a difference in our lives.”
The thankless person:
"I don't need you."
"I live by my own plan."
"I deserve more."
The thankful person:
"I need Christ."
"I live only through Christ."
"I deserve nothing."
How do I pray when I don’t feel like praying?
1. Never depend upon my feelings.
2. Use a prayer from Scripture.
3. Recite God’s attributes.
4. Thank God for His blessings.
5. Be guided by a prayer list.
6. Focus on the needs of others.
7. Rejoice that Jesus is praying for me.
Be a better sermon listener:
1. Pray for the Spirit's illumination.
2. Expect to hear from God.
3. Know the context of the passage.
4. Resolve to obey its words.
5. Take good notes.
6. Turn off distractions.
7. Read the Bible regularly.