Dennis R. Wiles

First Baptist Arlington

August 2, 2026

2026: Flourishing Together:

Transformed on The Jesus Way

Gospel Guide: John

Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.

-Romans 12:1-2

AUGUST 2026: Prayer for Believers

August 2 – September 5, 2026

And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep praying for all the Lord’s people.

-Ephesians 6:18

Everything Starts with God!

Psalm 46

Theme for August 2026: Prayer for Believers

Of all the Spiritual Disciplines prayer is the most central because it ushers us into perpetual communion with the Father. Meditation introduces us to the inner life, fasting is an accompanying means, study transforms our minds, but is the Discipline of prayer that brings us into the deepest and highest work of the human spirit. Real prayer is life creating and life changing.
-Richard Foster, Celebration of Discipline

The most powerful force on earth is not nuclear, atomic, military-based, or government-led. The most powerful force on earth is God’s power in answer to the prayers of His people.
-Chris Hodges, Pray First

Who one believes God to be is most accurately revealed not in any credo but in the way one speaks to God when no one else is listening.
-Nancy Mairs, Ordinary Time

What do you believe about God?

Everything starts with God!

SHELTER – God is our refuge, our security, our “place” of protection!

STRENGTH – We need power to live this life in a manner that pleases God. He provides the enabling strength we need to reflect His glory.

SALVATION – We cannot save ourselves! We need help. God is our very present help!

PRAYER:

Lord, open my eyes to see Your presence, recognize Your work, and respond with gratitude and praise. Amen.