Prayer Works Pt2

Main Point: God instructs us to pray because He loves us and wants us to talk to Him.  Pray with confidence; God hears you and is at work on your behalf.

Foundation Scripture:  1 John 5:14-15. When we ask according to God’s will, He hears us.
 
All Day Prayer Meeting Topics:

• Praying for the Gifts God has given you. Praying for an anointing and Holy Spirit Power as you use your gifts.
• Praying for Summer Camp.  Praying for God to show up and transform lives.
• Praying for your Families
  • Praying for Prodigals to come home
• Praying for our City and Nation to return to God.

 
Pastor’s Thoughts:

• Pray more, not less
• Make prayer as important as drinking water (you have to have it)
• Prayer will strengthen your relationship with God.
• Prayer will defeat the schemes of the enemy
• If you have received Jesus as Lord, pray with confidence
  • Do not doubt you have authority over the enemy in Jesus name.

 
Prayer is a weapon:

• Ephesians 6:12. We don’t wrestle with flesh and blood but against unseen spiritual forces.

 
Scriptures about Prayer:

• Philippians 4:6-7.  Replace worry with prayer.  Let your request be known unto God and receive his peace.
• 1 John 5:14-15.  When we ask according to His will.  He hears us.
• James 5:16. Pray for one another.  The prayer from someone who knows God is powerful and effective.
• Mark 11:24. God answers prayer.
• Colossians 4:2. Continue steadfastly in Prayer
• 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18.  Pray without ceasing.  Give thanks to God in all circumstances.

 
Conclusion:

• Prayer Works. 
• Pray more, not less
• God is waiting to hear from you.  Talk to Him.
• Pray knowing that God hears you and is at work.
• Pray tomorrow and trust God to do the rest.