Prayer

Discussion Questions

Prayer Questions

Why should we be bold when we pray?

Hebrews 4:16

16 Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace...

What do we obtain when we come boldly to the throne of Grace?

Hebrews 4:16

... that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.

How would you describe a kings decree?

Bold, no fear, absolute authority

What happens when we decree a thing (good or bad)?

It is established: Job 22:28

Should we pray long prayers? (why or why not)?

Matthew 6:7

7 But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.

When does the Father know what we have need of?

Before we pray

What does the “Therefore” in Mark 11:24 refer to?

Its referring to the principle in Mark 11:23 - For verily I say unto you, That whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass; he shall have whatsoever he saith.

Before you pray, speak, believe, don't doubt in your heart, then pray

How do you get God’s word to abide in you?

John 15:7

7 If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you.

How is the Father glorified?

John 15:8 - Herein is my Father glorified, that ye bear much fruit...

How long should you confess scripture before you pray?

Until you believe it

How do you talk yourself out of a victory?

Speak the opposite of what you are believing God for

What was Abraham fully persuaded of?

Romans 4:20-21

20 He staggered not at the promise of God through unbelief; but was strong in faith, giving glory to God;

21 And being fully persuaded that, what he had promised, he was able also to perform.

That he was going to have the promised child

What was Abram fully persuaded of?

That he didn't have a child

Name one scripture that you can apply to receive your healing?

Isaiah 53:5

5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.

What two visual elements helped Abraham apply his faith for God’s promise?

Stars and Sand - (and God changed his name to mean Father of many Nations)

What happens when you write the vision and make it plain upon tables?

He that reads it can run with it: Habakkuk 2:2

Why should you take time to develop your faith before you pray?

You will get more answers to your prayers, because you must believe you receive in order to have

What should you do if you think evil thoughts?

2 Corinthians 10:5

5 Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ;

What is an evil thought?

Something that exalts itself above the knowledge of God

What scripture can you use to speak increase over you and your children?

Psalm 115:14

14 The Lord shall increase you more and more, you and your children.

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