“Prayer: Our One on One with God”Lessons and Class Discussion + Extra SlidesSeptember 27th, 2009By Christopher Gallagherwww.preacherspen.orgSources Cited

“Daniel would rather spend a night with the lions than miss a day in prayer.”—AnonymousMorgan, R. J. (2000). Nelson's complete book of stories, illustrations, and quotes (electronic ed.) (73). Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers.

Prayer is a mighty instrument, not for getting man’s will done in Heaven, but for getting God’s will done on earth.—Robert LawMorgan, R. J. (2000). Nelson's complete book of stories, illustrations, and quotes (electronic ed.) (520). Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers.

Back to the BasicsWhat We Believe and Why?

Prayer:

What do We Pray for?Nine out of ten adults in America say they pray. 98%—Our own families81%—World’s Children77%—World Peace 69%—Co-workersYankelvich Poll in USA Today Commissioned by the Lutheran BrotherhoodMorgan, R. J. (2000). Nelson's complete book of stories, illustrations, and quotes (electronic ed.) (623). Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers.

The Bible Expects Prayer“When you pray…” (Matthew 6.5)“When you pray…” (Matthew 6.6)“When you pray…” (Matthew 6.7)“When you pray…” (Luke 11.2)

Why does the Bible Expect Prayer?“…praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints…”(Ephesians 6.18;ESV)

Communication in BattleBelt of truthBreastplate of righteousnessShoes – gospel of peace

Communication in BattleShield of FaithHelmet of salvationSword of the spirit

Communication in Battle“…praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints…”(Ephesians 6.18;ESV)

Final Thoughts!Meditate on His word. (Psalm 1)Make His word a priority. (Psalm 119.105)Talk with Him daily.

Back to the BasicsPart #6

“Prayer is the key to the morning and the bolt of the evening.”—Anonymous Morgan, R. J. (2000). Nelson's complete book of stories, illustrations, and quotes (electronic ed.) (622). Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers.

The Prayer of JesusJohn 17

The Prayer of Jesus“Prayer is a mighty instrument, not for getting man’s will done in Heaven, but for getting God’s will done on earth.”(Robert Law)Morgan, R. J. (2000). Nelson's complete book of stories, illustrations, and quotes (electronic ed.) (622). Nashville: Thomas Nelson Publishers.

The Prayer of JesusFor what does Jesus pray?He prays for himself.He prays for his disciples.He prays for you.

The Prayer of JesusHe prayed for himself:He prays for glory.“I glorified you on earth, having accomplished the work that you gave me to do.” (John 17.4; ESV)Have you glorified God?

The Prayer of JesusHe prayed for his disciples:He prays for the Lord to keep them.“Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth.” (John 17.17; ESV)Is the Lord your keep?

The Prayer of JesusHe prayed for you:He prayed for you to be one.“… that they may all be one, just as you, Father, are in me, and I in you, that they also may be in us, so that the world may believe that you have sent me…” (John 17.21; ESV)

The Prayer of JesusFor what does Jesus pray?He prays for himself.He prays for his disciples.He prays for you.

“Prayer: Our One on One with God”Lessons and Class Discussion + Extra SlidesSeptember 27th, 2009By Christopher Gallagherwww.preacherspen.orgSources Cited