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====BELIEVERS RESOURCES FOR PRAYER==

A Study on and Guide about Prayer 

Remember we are to pray without ceasing. 
That is good because it shows us we do have a close personal relationship with God.

Now in the same way the Spirit also helps our weakness; for we do not know what to pray for as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. – Romans 8:26


Note: 
 
(See @24:33-27:42)

Prayer 🙏 - Messages

Prayer: The Believers Constant Conversation

Necessities for effective prayer

Transform your prayer life- from duty to relationship with God 

Pray at All times 


What to pray about:

How should we pray

How to Pray 

Pray for God's Glory 

Pray for God's Kingdom 

Pray for God's Provision 

Pray for God's Forgiveness 

Pray for God's Guidance 

Pray for Your Study Time in the Word 

The Lord's prayer pt1. Pt2. Pt3. Pt4. Pt5. Pt6. pt7  pt8


Key to prayer: only ask for things if it is God's will and only for those things which glorify Jesus. 

Prayer -  Amazing Guide on:

🌟 How and What to Pray  🌟

Short prayer:

Adoration
Confession of sins
Thanksgiving
Supplication


1 hour in prayer:
5 min ea section:

Praise & adoration
Confession
Thanksgiving
Supplication/Intercession for me

*Direction & God's Will

Petition for others
Persecuted believers (Heb 11:13)
Missions
Church
The unsaved

Family

Country
Scripture

Enemies  
Prayer thru passages

Add more:

Prayers for your growth as a believer

Prayers for your sanctuication

Prayers for your learing more about and growing closer to God through daily reading, and seeing God work in your life. 


Or 12 Step Method:

(1) Begin with Praise – Recognize God’s Nature & Attributes 
Psalm 63:3, “Because your steadfast love is better than life, my lips will praise you.

(2) Waiting – Silent Soul Surrender
Psalm 46:10, “Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth

(3) Confession – Temple Cleansing Time
Psalm 139:23-24, “Search me, O God, and know my heart! Try me and know my thoughts! And see if there be any grievous way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting!”

(4) Scripture Praying – Word Enriched Prayer
Jeremiah 23:29, “Is not my word like fire, declares the Lord, and like a hammer that breaks the rock in pieces?”

(5) Watching – Develop Holy Alertness
Colossians 4:2, “Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving.”

(6) Intercession – Remember The World
1 Timothy 2:1-2, “First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, 2 for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way

Include prayers for others, enemies, the unsaved, self, believers sharing the gospel, growth in the faith and to maturity of all believers.

(7) Petition – Share Personal Needs
Matthew 7:7, “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you.”

(8) Thanksgiving – Confess My Blessings
1 Thessalonians 5:18, “give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you"

(9) Singing – Worship In Song
Psalm 100:2, “Serve the Lord with gladness! Come into his presence with singing! 

 (10) Meditation – Ponder Spiritual Themes

Joshua 1:8, “This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.”

(11) Listening – Receive Spiritual Instruction
Ecclesiastes 5:2, “Be not rash with your mouth, nor let your heart be hasty to utter a word before God, for God is in heaven and you are on earth. Therefore let your words be few.”

(12) Praise – Recognize God’s Nature
Psalm 52:9, “I will thank you forever, because you have done it. I will wait for your name, for it is good, in the presence of the godly.


Reminders & clarity

Understand what the Bible says about prayer. It teaches that, among other things, our sin will keep God from even hearing our prayers (Psalm 66:18), and that if we pray with doubt, we will not get an answer (James 1:6,7).


 Here’s how to be heard:

Pray with faith (Hebrews 11:6).Pray with clean hands and a pure heart (Psalm 24:3,4).Pray genuine heartfelt prayers, rather than vain repetitions (Matthew 6:7).Make sure you are praying to the God revealed in the Holy Scriptures (Exodus 20:3–6).

As far as God is concerned, if you belong to Jesus, you are a VIP. You can boldly come before the throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16). You have access to the King because you are the son or daughter of the King. (*)


STRENGTHENING YOUR PRAYER LIFE

How to Grow Your Prayer Life:

1. Prioritize Sleep 

If you're having trouble with morning devotions, you might be staying up too late (Psalm 4:8). 


2. Consistency Is Key 

Instead of striving for long prayers daily, focus on regular prayer. 


3. Seek God's Word Daily 

Don't just read to get through your plan; seek revelation and spiritual nourishment. 


4. Keep a Journal

Consider journaling as part of your devotion time (Habakkuk 2:2).


5. Minimize Distractions 

Turn off your phone notifications, avoid social media, and keep your mind focused on God. 


6. Change Your Prayer Location

Sometimes you pray in the same room for years and get into a rut.


7. Spend Extended Time with God 

Consider setting aside extended periods for time with God (Mark 6:31). 


8. Incorporate Fasting into Your Prayer Life

When you come across a time where you need to get clear guidance and an answer from God on a matter you can fast. Using this is tied to studying Scripture. It is a time of deep study in the Word to find out what God wants you to know. Scripture might have clear guidance on it, or God might be saying: yes (if it happens), no, maybe later, or I have a different plan. You still will get an answer either then or later on. But the purpose is to drive you closer to God by going in deeper in Scripture. Staying close to God and accepting the result. 


9. Prioritize Worship Over Petition 

When you spend time adoring God, praising Him for who He is, and thanking Him for His goodness, you become more aware of His presence. 


10. Memorize Scripture

* See memorization in the Read the Bible section for resources & helps. 


Related topics

God's Greatness- A Source of Comfort 

Helping Children Pray

Praying for enemies

Prayers for unbelievers 


Caution on sin blocking prayers

What other things can I pray for 

How Not to Pray 

What about using recorded prayers? 

Help I fall asleep praying 

Books on Prayer 

How to "Not pray as the Pagans" 

A Prayer for Spiritual Power

How to Pray powerfully

Why pray if God's Will is done anyway

Pray in this way: learning to pray from Jesus himself, by B. Capranica (book)



Philippians 4:4-7 ESV
[4] Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice. [5] Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; [6] do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. [7] And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

 Romans 8:26-27 ESV
[26] Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. [27] And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. 

1 Timothy 2:1-6 ESV
[1] First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, [2] for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. [3] This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, [4] who desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth. [5] For there is one God, and there is one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus, [6] who gave himself as a ransom for all, which is the testimony given at the proper time. 

Ephesians 3:20-21 ESV
[20] Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, [21] to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.




Hope these have been helpful to you! 


Bonus:

Early Church Tongues errors regarding prayer and prev msg that was discussed. 



Footnotes:
From Dr dick Eastman and Dr Roscut

The kneeling Christian, by unknown. (Book)
Take parts you agree about.

Corrie Tenboom (?)

Martin Luther prayed 3 hours a day. With many things to pray about, it doesnt seem hard. But we are called to pray without ceasing. So pray during the day, but also at home (devoted quiet time, & as couple & as family). 

Ray Comfort, First Steps, Prayer

Prayer life tips from unknown pastor

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