United Church, Atlanta, GA
Praying for a Miracle You Don't Believe Is Coming
Acts is a book of renewal, calling us back to a church devoted to prayer, bold in evangelism, and united to Jesus. Join us as we continue The Jesus Revolution series.
Locations & Times
United Church
1775 Water Pl SE, Atlanta, GA 30339, USA
Sunday 10:00 AM
Key Thought:
God’s power is revealed through the collective prayers of His people, confronting our human tendency to doubt even when we're asking for a breakthrough.
God’s power is revealed through the collective prayers of His people, confronting our human tendency to doubt even when we're asking for a breakthrough.
Hook:
The chains that hold our city are no match for a church that actually prays.
The chains that hold our city are no match for a church that actually prays.
1. They are praying __________________. (Acts 12:5-11)
Supporting Scriptures:
● Acts 12:5: "So Peter was kept in prison, but earnest prayer for him was made to God by the church."
Supporting Scriptures:
● Acts 12:5: "So Peter was kept in prison, but earnest prayer for him was made to God by the church."
Personal Application:
● How can I shift from wishing to praying with expectation?
● What steps can I take to engage in collective prayer with my community?
● How can I shift from wishing to praying with expectation?
● What steps can I take to engage in collective prayer with my community?
2. God is in the business of doing the ______________. (Acts 12:12-17)
Supporting Scriptures:
● Acts 12:16: "But Peter continued knocking, and when they opened, they saw him and were amazed."
Supporting Scriptures:
● Acts 12:16: "But Peter continued knocking, and when they opened, they saw him and were amazed."
Personal Application:
● How can I be like Rhoda, expecting God to answer prayers?
● What gifts has God given me to contribute to His mission through prayer?
● How can I be like Rhoda, expecting God to answer prayers?
● What gifts has God given me to contribute to His mission through prayer?
3. The chains that hold our city are no match for a church that actually __________. (Acts 12:18-25)
Supporting Scriptures:
● Acts 12:24: "But the word of God increased and multiplied."
Supporting Scriptures:
● Acts 12:24: "But the word of God increased and multiplied."
Personal Application:
● How is God calling me to participate in His work through prayer and faith?
● Where can I demonstrate my trust in Jesus through tangible acts of prayer?
● How is God calling me to participate in His work through prayer and faith?
● Where can I demonstrate my trust in Jesus through tangible acts of prayer?
Steps to Breakthrough:
● Shift from ___________ to praying. (wishing)
● Start praying ___________. (together)
● Pray believing God will actually ___________. (answer)
● Shift from ___________ to praying. (wishing)
● Start praying ___________. (together)
● Pray believing God will actually ___________. (answer)
Today's Personal Response:
My next step of obedience: __________________________________________
My next step of obedience: __________________________________________
Discipleship Questions:
● How can I actively contribute to the prayer life of my church community?
● Do I see my identity as a "prayer warrior" as central to who I am?
● How can I let Jesus lead in areas where I feel powerless?
● How can I actively contribute to the prayer life of my church community?
● Do I see my identity as a "prayer warrior" as central to who I am?
● How can I let Jesus lead in areas where I feel powerless?
Prayer Points:
● For the courage to pray with expectation
● For joy in seeing God's miraculous work
● For commitment to God's mission through prayer
● For the courage to pray with expectation
● For joy in seeing God's miraculous work
● For commitment to God's mission through prayer
Additional Scripture References for Further Study:
● James 5:16-18
● Philippians 4:6-7
● 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
● Matthew 18:19-20
● James 5:16-18
● Philippians 4:6-7
● 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
● Matthew 18:19-20
Weekly Challenge: This week, I will:
● Pray for a breakthrough in my community
● Reach out to someone in need of prayer
● Invite others to join in collective prayer
● Pray for a breakthrough in my community
● Reach out to someone in need of prayer
● Invite others to join in collective prayer
Pray With Us
Join us in the sanctuary as we seek God together—weekdays Tuesdays-Thursdays at 11:30AM, Saturdays at 10AM, and Sundays at 8AM. It’s a powerful way to build consistency, grow in faith, and invite God to move in your life.
Follow along in our Overflow Prayer Guide as we prepare our hearts for October 19.
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Overflow Sunday
Big news! Beginning October 19 we’re launching two services: 9AM & 11AM. This exciting step is all about creating more space for people to encounter Jesus and be a part of what God is doing through our church.
Let’s start praying now for the friends, neighbors, and coworkers you’ll
invite to join you on this life-changing day!
Let’s start praying now for the friends, neighbors, and coworkers you’ll
invite to join you on this life-changing day!
Dive Into the New Testament
It's not too late to jump in! We just started reading the New Testament, so dive in to the Bible with your church family and join the conversation on the Church Center app.
https://united.online/bibleplan
Small Groups Have Begun!
It's not too late to sign up. Whether you’re looking for deeper community, meaningful conversations, or just a place to belong, there’s a group for you. Don’t miss out on what God can do in your life this semester through relationships. Registration closes TOMORROW so sign up today!
https://united.online/small-groups
Lunch With the Crumps - October 5
Come have lunch with Pastor Leonce and Breanna after service and get to know more about the heart and vision of United Church.
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Harvest Year Three is Starting Soon!
We'll be launching year three of the Harvest Initiative soon! In the meantime, see all that God has done at our church by exploring our Harvest Initiative.
https://united.online/harvest
New Look, Same Heart
As we step into this new season with a new name, we're still the same church on mission to unite people to Jesus and each other. To learn more about the heart behind our rebrand and what’s ahead, visit our website.
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