Habakkuk teaches us to pray earnestly and honestly amid violence, injustice, and confusion, trusting God’s wisdom, justice, and promises. As we bring our burdens to Him, Christ strengthens our faith and enables us to find joy in the God of our salvation, even before our circumstances change.
God has given His people the astonishing privilege of prayer: through Jesus Christ, our great High Priest, we may draw near to the throne of grace with confidence and bring our needs, burdens, and praises directly to the Father. And because Christ has offered the once-for-all sacrifice for sin, we can be sure that even our weak and halting prayers are received by God as a pleasing incense before His throne.
In today’s sermon, Pastor Scott Johnson, focuses on Romans 15:22-33. In this passage, the Apostle Paul expresses his desire for connection with the believers in Rome, highlighting the importance of community among Christians. Pastor Johnson identifies three main priorities for the church: As we take a look at these priorities, we reflect on how they…