Scottsbluff Church of Christ

The Purpose of Prayer

It is a Ministry Priority!!!

Temptations cause us to sin and keep us from something we out to be doing.

The Purpose of Prayer

To Communicate our Deep Need for God

Prayer Supports our Transformation

The Purpose of Prayer

To Communicate our Appreciate of God's Rules

I know that you can do all things.

Prayer Transform Us:

We are humbled by His Glory

We are Emboldened by His Power.

Prayers Transform Us:

We are moved to honor His will

We are comforted by His purpose to bless us.

Prayers Transform Us:

We are made confident by His control

We are made to live according to His possibilities

The Trustworthy nature of Prayer

In times of fear He helps us

In times of need, we trust that He will give us good things.

In times of ministry, we trust that He is our Source of Power

In times of temptation, we trust that He will provide a way out.

In times of government we trust that He will direct the affairs of men.

In times of uncertainty, we trust that He will give us wisdom.

In times of sickness we trust Him to heal us.

In times of confession, we trust Him to forgive us.

The Thankfulness of Prayer

We give thanks for His:
Goodness and loving kindness
Provisions
Faith and love as seen in others
Redeeming us
Victory of Satan
Help in difficult times
Power of the Church

The Models of Prayers

Moses Hezekiah Paul
Joshua Jeremiah Peter
Hannah Jeremiah Jesus
David Daniel Psalms
Solomon Ezra Nehemiah