A CHRONICLE OF REJECTION

Matthew 1-8;16-18

When it comes to Jesus Christ, there is no sitting on the fence.

Ally or Enemy
Friend or Foe
Everything or Nothing

How will we respond to Christ?

1. We can reject Him because of fear (2:3), or receive Him through faith. (Matthew 8:26)

2. We can reject Him because of uncertainty, or receive Him through conviction.

3. We can reject Him because of pride, or receive Him through humility.

POWER OF PRAYER

Acts 4:23-31

Four Principles of Prayer:

#1. Pray in unity. (Acts 4:23-25)
Ephesians 6:18

3 E-s:

Evangelize - the lost
Edify - one another
Exalt - Jesus Christ

#2. Pray with authority. (Acts 4:24-28)

- For the unchurched.
- For the sick.
- For financial needs.

#3. Pray with intensity. (Acts 4:29-30)
Ezekiel 33:8-9
Focused on unsaved, not self.

#4. Pray expectantly. (Acts 4:31)
Expectancy is birthed out of
mature faith.