Prayer- Foundation and Motivation
Hebrews 4:16
Prayer- Foundation and Motivation
I. The Foundation for Prayer Ex 20:5; Ex 34:14; Rom 8:38-39;Mt 6:8
A. God is absolutely good
B. God loves us unconditionally
C. God is Omniscient
D. God is Omnipotent
“Let us therefore draw near with confidence to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and may find grace to help in time of need.” Hebrews 4:16
II. God Has Commanded His People to Pray Lk 18:1; Mt 5:44; Lk 6:28; Mat 7:7, 11; Phil 4:6-7; 1 Thes 5:17; Rom 15:31; Eph 6:18; Jas 5:13; Ps 50:15
“Keep watching and praying, that you may not enter into temptation; the spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.” Matthew 26:41
III. Practicing Worship based Prayer.
Reverence
I praise You Lord that You have been my refuge when…
I praise you that you gave me strength when…
Response
Lord, I confess and surrender my fears about…
I pray for your gladness and joy in the midst of …
Requests
I will trust in Your presence and protection today, as I…
Readiness
You are exalted among…
Psalm 46
1 God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble.
2 So we will not fear when earthquakes come and the mountains crumble into the sea.
3 Let the oceans roar and foam. Let the mountains tremble as the waters surge!
4 A river brings joy to the city of our God, the sacred home of the Most High.
5 God dwells in that city; it cannot be destroyed. From the very break of day, God will protect it.
6 The nations are in chaos, and their kingdoms crumble! God’s voice thunders, and the earth melts!
7 The Lord of Heaven’s Armies is here among us; the God of Israel is our fortress.
8 Come, see the glorious works of the Lord: See how he brings destruction upon the world.
9 He causes wars to end throughout the earth. He breaks the bow and snaps the spear; he burns the shields with fire.
10 “Be still, and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world.”
11 The Lord of Heaven’s Armies is here among us; the God of Israel is our fortress.
