Midweek Manual, “The Power of Daily Prayer”
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SERIES: Midweek Manual
TITLE: The Power of Daily Prayer
SPEAKER: Pastor Doug Garasic
Scriptures—
Matthew 6:9-13; Philippians 4:19
Psalm 50:10; Luke 6:38; Romans 8:38-39; Ephesians 6:12
Summary—
This sermon emphasizes the importance of developing a consistent prayer life and aligning our will with God's. Pastor Doug encourages believers to move beyond sporadic, need-based prayer to a daily, intimate dialogue with God. He stresses that prayer is not just about presenting requests to God, but about fostering a relationship that shapes our character and aligns us with God's purposes. The sermon highlights the transformative power of prayer in overcoming challenges, forgiving others, and battling spiritual forces.
Key Takeaways—
We should approach God as our loving Father (Abba), recognizing His intimate love for us.
Prayer is a dialogue, not a monologue, with God.
Our prayers should align our will with God’s will.
We need to seek “daily bread” rather than hoarding resources.
Forgiveness is essential in our relationship with God and others.
We must be aware of spiritual warfare and pray against evil forces.
Surrendering our time, talent, and treasure to God is part of our calling.
Discussion Questions—
What has your experience with prayer been like? How can you develop a more consistent pattern of daily prayer?
How does viewing God as ‘Abba’ affect your approach to prayer and your relationship with Him?
In what areas of your life do you struggle to align your will with God’s will?
How has unforgiveness affected your life or relationships? Why is forgiveness so difficult and how can we practice it more readily?
Pastor Doug suggested that some people are operating with a ‘poverty spirit’. What does this mean to you, and how can one cultivate a spirit of abundance instead?
How can we balance the concept of depending on God for our ‘daily bread’ with responsible financial planning and stewardship?
How can we be more aware of spiritual warfare in our lives and communities, and what tools does the Bible give us to combat it?
Practical Application—
Forgiveness Challenge: Identify someone you need to forgive or ask forgiveness from. Take a step towards reconciliation this week.
Time, Talent, Treasure Exercise: Reflect on how you're using these three areas for God's kingdom. What changes might you need to make?
Daily Prayer Commitment: Set aside time each day this week to pray through the Lord's Prayer, personalizing each section.
Closing Prayer—
Close the session by praying together, using the Lord's Prayer as a guide. Encourage group members to add their own personal prayers within each section.
