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FINAL THOUGHTS
The adventure of prayer does not end here. It is just the begin-
ning of a lifetime of conversation with your Heavenly Father.
Here are some great resources to inspire and instruct you on the
journey. But remember, don’t just read about how great and
powerful prayer is—dive in!
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Practicing the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence
Does it Pay to Pray: The Work of Missions is Prayer by John
DeVries
Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God by Tim Keller
Prayer: Does it Make Any Difference by Phillip Yancey
Too Busy Not to Pray by Bill Hybels
The Great House of God by Max Lucado
What is prayer?
Prayer is dialogue with the God of the Universe! “We believe that in pray-
er we are moving the living God—who asks to be moved—and thus we
are moving world history at its central junctures.” -F.D. Bruner
Why do we pray?
We pray because we love God.
We pray to worship God for who He is.
We pray to say thanks to our Father.
We pray to God to praise Him.
We pray to petition God.
We pray to confess our sins.
We pray to intercede for others.
We pray against the enemies of God.
We pray to listen to God.
We pray to resist temptation.
We pray because He directs us to pray.
How do I pray?
Matthew 6:9–13 (ESV) "Pray then like this: 'Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on
earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive
us our debts, as we also have Forgiven our debtors. And lead us not
into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For yours is the kingdom
and the power and the glory forever. Amen ”
“Without
prayer, our
lives will be
In spiritual
free fall.”
-Tim Keller
INTRODUCTION TO PRAYER
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"We must lay before him what is in us; not what ought to be in us."
-C.S. Lewis
PRAYER JOURNAL
Dear Sunlight,
I want to invite you to embark on an adventure of prayer! I know we don’t
always think of prayer as being adventurous, but maybe that’s why Jesus said
that our faith could move mountains. He wanted to give us a picture of the
incredible power of prayer.
This month we will be teaching on prayer, and should you choose to accept
the challenge, praying! In this booklet are message notes, a prayer calendar,
a prayer journal, and prayer resources. I hope part of your adventure will be
using this booklet for the month of March.
One of the most important parts of this adventure is the prayer journal. You
don’t have to write a lot, but write something. Keep track of what you ask
God for and watch how He responds.
I can’t wait to see what God does when we unite our hearts for one month of
prayer and fasting! He encourages us to ask Him and He promises that He will
answer. We have much to accomplish for His Kingdom in this community.
Let’s ask, and keep asking Him to work mightily through us!
Listen to each message on prayer.
Use the prayer calendar and journal.
Pick a day this month or even a day each week to fast even for 1
meal.
Anticipate His answers to prayer!
Pastor Kris
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"“I have now concentrated all my prayers into one, and that one prayer is
this, that I may die to myself, and live wholly for him. –C.H. Spurgeon
PRAYER JOURNAL
INTRODUCTION TO FASTING
Why Should I Fast?
Fasting and Prayer combined can bring about a transformational
revival- in you, the nation, the world.. it can be a very powerful
tool in seeking God. The ultimate purpose of the fast is not you
and what you seek, but God. Fasting is a true way to sacrifice for
God and humble oneself to Him (Psalm 35:13; Ezra 8:21). Fasting
is an act of worship and honoring.
What is a fast?
A fast is a period of abstaining from something; denying self from
a desire. There are multiple types of fasts, which we will address.
How Should We Prepare for a Fast?
Spiritual Preparation
Pray before you fast. Ensure that you communicate with God
and seek His guidance regarding your fast.
Ask God to help you to examine your heart, detect and repent
any unconfessed sins.
Physical Preparation
Consult a doctor before fasting, in order to ensure that all of
your vitals are stable.
If you have severe medical maladies you should definitely
have professional supervision while fasting.
Decrease the amount of food that you eat a couple of days
prior to the fast starting in order to prepare your mind, stom-
ach, and appetite for less food.
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"“When I pray for another person, I am praying for God to open my eyes
so I can see that person as God does.” -Phillip Yancey
PRAYER JOURNAL
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“Is prayer your steering wheel or your spare tire?”
-Corrie Ten Boom
“Our Father Who is in heaven, hallowed be Your name” —The prayer principles of adoration (praise for who God is)
and thanksgiving (praise for what He has done).
“Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven” —The principle of affirmation,
that is, agreeing with God’s will and submitting to it.
“Give us this day our daily bread” —The principle of
supplication, in which we make requests both for ourselves (petition)
and for others (intercession).
“And forgive us our debts as we also have for-given our debtors” —The principle of confession in view of
our need for forgiveness of sins.
“And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil” —The necessity of renewal as we face the temp-
tations of the world, the flesh, and the devil.
“For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever” —A closing prayer that honors the Lord
and completes our thoughts.
THE MODEL PRAYER
Types of Fasts
The best way to choose the appropriate fast is to follow the lead of
the Holy Spirit. Pray purposefully in identifying God’s purpose and
direction in your fast. His direction is the only thing that will make
the fast meaningful and significant.
Partial Fast – abstain from food for a set time; eat a simple meal
of bread & water; sacrifice a certain food. Daniel Fast - abstains
from delicacies, meats, and wines and focuses on fresh foods
such as fruits and vegetables
No Food Fast - abstains from all food, including milk (protein)
and only drinks liquids and water
Water Only Fast - abstains from everything except water
Absolute/Supernatural Fast - This fast involves abstaining from
any food or liquids, including water (the fast of Moses and
Jesus)
It is important to focus on God, rather than food.
The spiritual focus and growth will replace the
normal presence of food during the fast.
INTRODUCTION TO FASTING PRAYER JOURNAL
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“Prayer is not overcoming God’s reluctance. It is laying hold of His will-
ingness.”-Martin Luther
SERMON NOTES: OUR FATHER
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"“Prayer is an open admission that without Christ we can do nothing..” -
John Piper
PRAYER JOURNAL
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"Conversation with God leads to an encounter with God. Prayer turns
theology into experience." -Tim Keller
PRAYER JOURNAL SERMON NOTES: HALLOWED BE YOUR NAME
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SERMON NOTES: KINGDOM COME
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My main take away this
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PRAYER JOURNAL
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"Prayer does not fit us for the greater work; prayer is the greater work."
- Oswald Chambers
PRAYER CALENDER
PRAYER JOURNAL
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“If we pray, we will believe, if we believe we love, if we love, we will serve.” -
Mother Theresa
SERMON NOTES: GIVE US, FORGIVE US, LEAD US
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