Learn more about how to focus your prayer time to grow closer to God.

Talking Points:

  • Use the PRAY method:
    • P- Praise. Thank God for things he’s already done in your life.
    • R- Repent. Tell God you’re sorry for your bad choices. Isaiah 6:1-5
    • A- Ask. Ask God for what you need. Philippians 4:6
    • Y- Yield. Just be quiet and see how God leads you.
Discussion:
  1. Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
  2. What are some helpful things you’ve learned about prayer? Have you ever tried the P-R-A-Y method? Which step seems the hardest to you?
  3. Make a list of the things you can praise God for.
  4. Read Isaiah 6:1-5. Describe Isaiah’s response to God. Why do you think he responded like this?
  5. What is the benefit of repentance in your prayer life? How will confessing things to God affect your relationships in life?
  6. Read Philippians 4:6-7. What are the commands in this verse? What are the promised benefits? Discuss.
  7. What does it mean to “yield” to God in prayer? Try to list some practical steps for developing this habit in your prayer life.
  8. Read Luke 18:9-11. What is the true heart of prayer?
  9. Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?

 

 

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