Organized Prayer
1 Timothy 2:1–4 First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. This is good, and it is pleasing in the sight of God our Savior, who desires all people to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth.
Ephesians 6:18–19 praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints, and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel,
Read
- "Four Methods to Organize Your Prayer Life" by Tim Challies (article)
- "Looking to the New Testament for Models of Corporate Prayer" by Andy Davis (article)
- "Thirty-two Principles for Public Prayer" by Ligon Duncan (article)
- Prayer: How Praying Together Shapes the Church by John Onwuchekwa (book)
- Praying with Paul: A Call to Spiritual Reformation by D.A. Carson (book)
Listen
- Mark 4:14-29 "The Slender Nerve of Prayer" (sermon)
- Romans 15:22-23 "Partners in Prayer" (sermon)
Reflect
- What is the most dramatic answer to prayer God has given you?
- Why do you think we struggle so much with prayer?
- In what ways would you like to better organize your prayer life?
- How could you re-structure your week to make time for our weekly prayer gathering?