The Power of Connection
- May 13, 2007
- Series: Living On A PRAYER
The Power of Connection
“For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them.” Mt. 18:20
The power of spiritual growth partners
“They all joined together constantly in prayer.” Acts 1:14
“They devoted themselves... to prayer...” Acts 2:42
“Peter and John went up together into the temple at the hour of prayer...” Acts 3:1
Great things happen in the lives of people who pray together!
1. Why have spiritual growth partners?
It’s impossible to reach our potential on our own.
“The eye cannot say to the hand, ‘I don’t need you!’ And the head cannot say to
the feet, ‘I don’t need you!’ ” 1 Corinthians 12:21
2. Who should I choose as spiritual growth partners?
Vision Casters(encouragers)
“Jonathan went to David... and helped him find strength in God. ‘Don’t be
afraid,’ he said. ‘My father Saul will not lay a hand on you. You will be king over
Israel...” 1 Samuel 23:16-18
Role Models
“Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me– put it
into practice.” Philippians 4:8-9
Soul Sharpeners
“He who listens to a life-giving rebuke will be at home among the wise. He who
ignores discipline despises himself, but whoever heeds correction gains understanding.” Prov. 15:31-32
3. Who should I avoid as spiritual growth partners?
“He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm.” Prov. 13:20
Hot Heads
“Do not make friends with a hot-tempered man, do not associate with one easily angered, or you may learn his ways and get yourself ensnared.” Prov. 22:24-25
Gossips
“A gossip betrays a confidence; so avoid a man who talks too much.” Prov. 20:19
Trouble Magnets
“...do not join with the rebellious... who knows what calamities they can bring?”
Prov. 24:21-22
