Prayer Accomplishes Much

Prayer Accomplishes Much

Do we pray w/expectation that our prayers will be answered? if one only knew of all good accomplished & the evil averted through prayer – I think we would be even more diligent in our prayer. We can be assured that when we pray – God listens. He will answer our prayers. Js. 1:5-7; 4:8; 5:16b – bible attests that prayer works. When life continues to throw out its share of problems, trials, temptations, and setbacks – we are sometimes left to wonder if God is really listening/answering prayer. For a few moments today – let us be reminded that prayer accomplishes much.

I. Prayer works for the Christian.

A. Jesus testified to power & effectiveness of prayer. Mt. 7:7-11; John 14:13

1. Paul’s testimony: prayer implied in Eph. 3:20; see also Phil. 4:4-7

B. Heb. 4:16 – draw near w/confidence.

1. see also 10:22-23; 11:6

C. Js. 5:16b – perhaps the clearest statement affirming that prayer works.

D. Focus on “effective; fervent.”

1. We might conclude: a prayer that is suited to have an effect is a prayer that is sincere & earnest; hearty & persevering

2. it not a prayer that is listless; indifferent; cold; lifeless

3. not just a repetition of the same old phrases & common sayings

II. Prayer should elevate our spirits because it reminds us God is in control!

A. Psa 34:15-19 – source of hope when we’re down-trodden w/worry & coping w/life’s problems.

1. Psa. 86:7; 105:3-4; 118:1-6; 138:3; 145:18-21

2. 1 John 5:14; Heb. 4:16

B. Prayer is a Key

III. The eyes of God are upon the righteous!

A. 1 Pet. 3:10-13; Heb. 13:5-6

B. What a comfort! What a joy!

C. Our God! He IS alive!

1 Phil. 4:19 – he will supply all our needs.

D. God is ready to provide us with love & care during hard times!

1. 1 Pet. 5:6-7.

2. Let it be God who directs our paths. Pro. 3:5-6

Conclusion:

A. We walk by faith – not by sight. 2 Cor. 5:7

B. We trust in God.

C. Why Should I Feel Discouraged?

D. God is in control & will take care of those who serve Him.

1. Are you serving Him?

2. Can you cast all your care upon Him? Do you have that privilege?



Prayer Accomplishes Much Do we pray w/expectation that our prayers will be answered? if one only knew of all good accomplished & the evil averted through prayer – I think we would be even more diligent in our prayer. We can be assured that when we pray – God listens. He will answer our prayers. Js. 1:5-7; 4:8; 5:16b – bible attests that prayer works. When life continues to throw out its share of problems, trials, temptations, and setbacks – we are sometimes left to wonder if God is really listening/answering prayer. For a few moments today – let us be reminded that prayer accomplishes much. I. Prayer works for the Christian. A. Jesus testified to power & effectiveness of prayer. Mt. 7:7-11; John 14:13 1. Paul’s testimony: prayer implied in Eph. 3:20; see also Phil. 4:4-7 B. Heb. 4:16 – draw near w/confidence. 1. see also 10:22-23; 11:6 C. Js. 5:16b – perhaps the clearest statement affirming that prayer works. D. Focus on “effective; fervent.” 1. We might conclude: a prayer that is suited to have an effect is a prayer that is sincere & earnest; hearty & persevering 2. it not a prayer that is listless; indifferent; cold; lifeless 3. not just a repetition of the same old phrases & common sayings II. Prayer should elevate our spirits because it reminds us God is in control! A. Psa 34:15-19 – source of hope when we’re down-trodden w/worry & coping w/life’s problems. 1. Psa. 86:7; 105:3-4; 118:1-6; 138:3; 145:18-21 2. 1 John 5:14; Heb. 4:16 B. Prayer is a Key III. The eyes of God are upon the righteous! A. 1 Pet. 3:10-13; Heb. 13:5-6 B. What a comfort! What a joy! C. Our God! He IS alive! 1 Phil. 4:19 – he will supply all our needs. D. God is ready to provide us with love & care during hard times! 1. 1 Pet. 5:6-7. 2. Let it be God who directs our paths. Pro. 3:5-6 Conclusion: A. We walk by faith – not by sight. 2 Cor. 5:7 B. We trust in God. C. Why Should I Feel Discouraged? D. God is in control & will take care of those who serve Him. 1. Are you serving Him? 2. Can you cast all your care upon Him? Do you have that privilege?