Sermon on the Mount: the Model Prayer – Matthew 6:9-15
What many have called the Lord’s Prayer is actually a model Jesus gave to teach us how to pray, not what to pray. It is best used as a guide.
Prayer
Sermon on the Mount: How to Pray – Matthew 6:5-8
During the course of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus taught his disciples how to pray, and how not to pray. Prayer is for God, not for acclaim.
Love Your Enemies and Pray for Them – Matthew 5:43-45
Jesus teaching was often quite contrary to the convention wisdom of the day. And none more so that to “love your enemies and pray for them.”
Prayer: Because of His Great Mercy – Daniel 9:18
Why does God hear and respond to our prayer? It is not because of anything that we are. Rather, it is because of his great mercy toward us.
When Overwhelmed with Trouble – Psalm 88:3-5
When it seems like the light at the end of the tunnel is an oncoming train. When you are feeling overwhelmed with trouble. Take your complaint to God.
Always Rejoice and Give Thanks – 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
What is God’s will for your life? His will is that we rejoice always, pray continually, and give thanks in all circumstances.
How to Save a Nation – 2 Chronicles 34:27
Few have the influence of Josiah. But I believe that God will respond to all who follow his example. And in doing so, you may help to save your nation.
The Doctrine of Prayer: What Is Prayer?
The doctrine of prayer looks at what the Bible has to say about prayer. Why do we pray? Does it accomplish anything? What is its purpose?
Epaphras: Prayer Warrior Extraordinaire- Colossians 4:12
I have hear the term prayer warrior most of my life. But what does the term mean? I believe that the brief glimpse we get of Epaphras shines a light on it.
Groanings, Part 3 – The Holy Spirit – Romans 8:26-27
I express my heart and mind in words that are so often inadequate to express my thoughts. But I do not have to worry about the inadequacy of my words. The Holy Spirit is bringing my petitions to the Father in a very adequate fashion. Thanks to the Holy Spirit, the sufficiency of my prayer is not dependent on my own limited expression.