Cultivating a Lifestyle of Miracles

Today, the focus is on cultivating a lifestyle where miracles are not the exception, but the norm for every believer. God’s heart is for His people to live in the reality of His supernatural power, not just as a distant memory or a rare occurrence, but as a daily experience. This is not limited to dramatic healings or creative miracles, but includes the everyday wonders of restored relationships, financial provision, and the greatest miracle of all—salvation. The same resurrection power that raised Jesus from the dead lives in every believer, and we are called to walk in that power, expecting God to move in and through us.

Living a lifestyle of miracles begins with intimacy and prayer. The early church modeled this, gathering for prayer twice daily, and it was out of this place of communion with God that miracles flowed. Prayer is not just a discipline, but a declaration of dependence on God. When prayer fades from our lives, it is often a sign that pride and self-reliance are creeping in. True humility is found in recognizing our need for God in every moment, and it is in this place of surrender that His power is released.

Busyness is another enemy of the miraculous. In a world that equates importance with a packed schedule, it is easy to miss the divine interruptions God brings our way. Peter and John, though leading a rapidly growing church, were not too busy to stop for the lame man at the temple gate. Obedience to the Holy Spirit’s promptings, even when inconvenient or seemingly insignificant, opens the door for God’s power to be displayed.

Miracles are not just for the “super spiritual” or for special occasions—they are the inheritance of every child of God. As we abide in Christ, remain sensitive to His voice, and walk in humility and obedience, we will see the supernatural become natural in our lives. The call is to become people of prayer, people of presence, and people who are available for God to use at any moment. In this way, we partner with Him to bring heaven to earth, one miracle at a time.

Key Takeaways

• 1. Intimacy with God through prayer is the foundation for a miraculous life. When we prioritize time in God’s presence, we cultivate sensitivity to His voice and increase the anointing needed for breakthrough. Prayerlessness is often the first sign of prideful independence, but humility and dependence on God open the door for His power to flow. [92:59]
• 2. Miracles are not reserved for the extraordinary; they are meant to be the normal experience of every believer. The same Spirit that raised Christ from the dead lives in us, and we are called to expect and release miracles in every area of life—physical, relational, financial, and spiritual. This is our inheritance as sons and daughters of God. [89:13]
• 3. Busyness can rob us of the miracle moments God wants to orchestrate. When we are too preoccupied with our own agendas, we may miss the divine interruptions that lead to breakthrough for ourselves and others. True success in the kingdom is measured by obedience, not activity. [95:58]
• 4. Obedience to the Holy Spirit’s promptings, even when they seem unusual or inconvenient, is key to seeing God’s power at work. Sometimes, the smallest act of obedience—like stopping for someone in need or responding to a nudge from God—can result in life-changing miracles for others. [101:39]
• 5. Our lives are meant to be a demonstration of the gospel, not just a proclamation. People are longing to see the reality of God’s power, not just hear about it. As we abide in Christ and walk in step with the Spirit, our lives become a testimony to the world that Jesus is alive and still working miracles today. [80:46]

Youtube Chapters

• [00:00] - Welcome
• [29:41] - Praying for Young Adults and Revival
• [63:33] - Atmosphere for Miracles
• [72:15] - Expressing Love and Worship to God
• [73:04] - Miracles Are Normal: Our Value
• [74:22] - Missions and Generosity
• [75:03] - Stories, Humor, and Honoring Others
• [76:53] - The Great Commission and Miraculous Signs
• [78:00] - The Greatest Miracle: Salvation
• [79:37] - Power in the Gospel: Not Just Words
• [81:22] - Testimonies of Healing and Provision
• [84:39] - Miraculous Stories: Butterflies and Rescue
• [88:17] - Peter and John: The Lame Man Healed
• [89:46] - How to Live a Lifestyle of Miracles
• [90:38] - The Power of Prayer and Intimacy
• [92:59] - Prayerlessness and Pride
• [95:58] - Busyness vs. Miracle Moments
• [97:47] - Hearing and Obeying the Spirit
• [101:39] - Radical Obedience: The Handstand Story
• [103:17] - Sensitivity to the Spirit and Regret
• [105:08] - Becoming Prayer: David’s Example
• [106:25] - Communion and Surrender

Bible Reading

Acts 3:1-10 (ESV) — > Now Peter and John were going up to the temple at the hour of prayer, the ninth hour. And a man lame from birth was being carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple that is called the Beautiful Gate to ask alms of those entering the temple. Seeing Peter and John about to go into the temple, he asked to receive alms. And Peter directed his gaze at him, as did John, and said, “Look at us.” And he fixed his attention on them, expecting to receive something from them. But Peter said, “I have no silver and gold, but what I do have I give to you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk!” And he took him by the right hand and raised him up, and immediately his feet and ankles were made strong. And leaping up, he stood and began to walk, and entered the temple with them, walking and leaping and praising God. And all the people saw him walking and praising God, and recognized him as the one who sat at the Beautiful Gate of the temple, asking for alms. And they were filled with wonder and amazement at what had happened to him.

Romans 8:11 (ESV) — > If the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead dwells in you, he who raised Christ Jesus from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies through his Spirit who dwells in you.

John 15:5 (ESV) — > I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.

Observation Questions

1. In Acts 3:1-10, what were Peter and John doing when they encountered the lame man? What does this tell us about their daily habits?
2. What did Peter say he had to offer the lame man, and what was the result?
3. According to Romans 8:11, what power is at work in every believer?
4. The sermon mentioned that the early church gathered for prayer twice daily. How did this rhythm of prayer relate to the miracles they experienced? [[01:30:10]]

Interpretation Questions

1. Why do you think Peter and John were able to notice and respond to the lame man, even though they were on their way to a prayer meeting and likely very busy? What does this suggest about their priorities? [[01:36:35]]
2. The sermon says, “Prayerlessness is the first sign of prideful independence.” What does this mean, and how might it show up in a believer’s life? [[01:32:59]]
3. How does the idea that “the same Spirit that raised Christ from the dead lives in us” challenge or encourage your understanding of what is possible in your daily life? [[01:29:13]]
4. The sermon talks about miracles not just being dramatic healings, but also restored relationships, financial provision, and salvation. Why is it important to recognize these as miracles too? [[01:19:02]]

Application Questions

1. The sermon says that intimacy with God through prayer is the foundation for a miraculous life. What does your current prayer life look like? Is there a specific way you could make more space for prayer and intimacy with God this week? [[01:30:38]]
2. “Busyness can rob us of the miracle moments God wants to orchestrate.” Can you think of a recent time when your schedule or distractions may have caused you to miss a “divine interruption”? What could you do differently to be more available to God’s promptings? [[01:35:58]]
3. The story of Peter and John shows them stopping for someone in need, even when it might have been inconvenient. Is there someone in your life right now who needs you to stop and pay attention? What would it look like to obey the Holy Spirit’s nudge in that situation? [[01:36:35]]
4. The sermon says, “Prayer is not just a discipline, but a declaration of dependence on God.” In what areas of your life are you tempted to rely on your own strength instead of God? How can you surrender those areas to Him this week? [[01:32:59]]
5. The pastor shared a story about a radical act of obedience (the handstand at the petrol station) that led to a miracle. Have you ever felt a nudge from God to do something unusual or inconvenient? How did you respond, and what was the outcome? [[01:41:39]]
6. The sermon challenges us to expect miracles as a normal part of the Christian life. What is one area in your life or someone else’s where you want to start expecting God to move supernaturally? How can the group pray with you for this? [[01:29:13]]
7. The call is to be “people of prayer, people of presence, and people who are available for God to use at any moment.” Which of these three do you find most challenging, and what is one step you can take this week to grow in that area? [[01:46:25]]