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Jesus’ Prayer Life and Ours
Luke 5:16
But Jesus Himself would often slip away to the wilderness and pray.
Luke’s point
• Slip away (withdraw) = continuous action
• Pray = continuous action
• This is Jesus’ habit
What did Jesus pray about in his prayer life?
Major decisions
Luke 6:12
It was at this time that He went off to the mountain to pray, and He spent the whole night in prayer to God.
Individuals
Luke 22:32
but I have prayed for you, that your faith may not fail; and you, when once you have turned again, strengthen your brothers."
Being Mistreated
Luke 6:28
bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
Luke 23:34
But Jesus was saying, "Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing " And they cast lots, dividing up His garments among themselves.
Momentous Occasions
Luke 3:21
Now when all the people were baptized, Jesus was also baptized, and while He was praying, heaven was opened,
Now what?
•Commit to 15 minutes a day•Keep a list handy•Remember Jesus’ list•Make prayer a good habit
How to call on the Lord
•Hear Luke 11:28•Believe Hebrews 11:6•Repent Luke 13:3, 5•Confess Luke 12:8•Baptism Acts 2:38
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