Lesson on prayer Flashcards
(21 cards)
Why do we pray if God already knows everything?
Prayer is established by God as the means by which we receive what God has promised and help fulfill what He has ordained. In other words, God has designed reality in such a way that our prayers actually have an impact on what happens.
What does Matthew 7:7 say about prayer?
Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.
What does Mark 9:29 indicate about the power of prayer?
This kind (of demon) can come out only by prayer.
What instruction does Luke 22:46 give regarding prayer?
Get up and pray so that you will not fall into temptation.
What promise is made in Matthew 21:22 regarding belief and prayer?
If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.
What does Luke 18:1 emphasize about prayer?
…they should always pray and not give up.
What is the significance of earnest prayer according to the text in James?
The fervent prayer of a righteous man avails/achieves much and can prevent the suffering loss from missed opportunities.
What example is given regarding Moses and prayer?
Moses interceded for Israel on Sinai (Ex. 32:1-14).
What example is provided about Elijah and prayer?
Elijah prayed on Mt. Carmel (1 Ki. 18:36-39).
What does the Jerusalem church’s prayer for Peter illustrate?
They made earnest prayer for Peter as he awaited execution (Ac. 12:1-5).
What is one warning Jesus gave about prayer?
We shouldn’t pray by rambling a bunch of fancy words to be seen as spiritual by others. That is a meaningless prayer.
What should our prayers be characterized by according to the text?
Pray in spirit and in truth, honestly talking to God. In other words, mean what you say, be honest and pray expectantly.
What does the acronym ACTS stand for in prayer?
- A – Adore
- C – Confess
- T – Thanksgiving
- S – Supplication (to ask for something)
What does ‘A’ in ACTS represent?
Adore. Start your prayer with recognizing God’s amazingness.
What does ‘C’ in ACTS represent?
Confess your sins to Him. Be specific and sincere.
What does ‘T’ in ACTS represent?
Thanksgiving. Thank God for whatever you are grateful for.
What does ‘S’ in ACTS represent?
Supplication. Ask God for what is in your heart and what His will is.
What does it mean to ask, or pray, in His name during our prayers?
To ask according to His character.
True or False: We pray like unbelievers who do not know who they pray to.
False.
True or false: Feelings are important when we pray.
False. Feelings come and go. We pray because we choose to communicate with God.
