The Holston Creek Podcast The Book of Philippians (Series #3) - Philippians 1:9-11
May 12, 2025
Dive into the transformative power of a mother's prayers during the Mexican War and the Apostle Paul's heartfelt petitions for the Philippians. Discover how love for God lays the foundation for loving others, illustrated through personal stories. Learn the crucial difference between merely knowing about God and truly knowing Him, highlighting the vital role of Bible engagement and prayer in cultivating genuine love and discernment.
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Mother's Prayer Changed a Life
- D.L. Moody shared a story about how a mother's persistent prayer led her son to Christ during the Mexican War.
- The son prayed at exactly noon, remembering his mother's prayer, and converted to Christianity.
Pray for Growing Love
- Pray for growing love toward God, others, and those who don't know the gospel.
- Ask God for eyes, ears, heart, hands, and feet ready to follow His will daily.
Love Grows With Knowing God
- Growing love means growing in personal knowledge of God, not just intellectual knowledge.
- Knowing God deeply increases love for God and neighbor, fulfilling the two greatest commands.