(PART 1)
God provides special individuals in our lives to assist us in our spiritual growth. He will lead us to the right spiritual parents as we continue to walk closely with Him.
READ: Prov. 1:8-9; John 21:12-17; Acts 18:24-28; 1 Cor. 4:15-17; Phil. 8-19; 2 Tim. 1-14.
HEART ISSUE: Do you know who your spiritual mentors are? Are your relationships with other Christians helping your walk with the Lord?
PRAYER FOCUS: Lord, help me to recognize that You are my provider. Teach me to accept those individuals You have brought into my life and open my ears to receive their wisdom. Amen.
(PART 2)
Our spiritual relationships are established and ordered by the Lord. We must submit ourselves to those in authority over us, while remaining accountable ultimately to God.
READ: Acts 20:28; Rom. 13:1-31; Eph. 1: 8-23; Eph. 4:11-16; 1 Tim. 5:17-18; 1 Pet. 5:1-7.
HEART ISSUE: Would you say that you are in submission to those in spiritual authority over you? Why or why not?
PRAYER FOCUS: Lord, I thank You for those You have put in spiritual authority over me. Guide my prayers for them. Fulfill the purpose You have for them in my life. Amen.