Why Pray?

January 1, 2023 Pastor: Bill Thompson

Passage: Colossians 4:2

Introduction

 

“Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it.”  Colossians 4:2

 

 

  1. God _______________ us to pray.

 

 

“For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and his ears open to their prayer.”

1 Peter 3:12

 

Hebrews 4:16

 

 

  1. Prayer _______________ the pray-er.

 

 

Prayer is not merely a _______________ between God and you; prayer is an _____________ between God and you.

 

 

Psalm 5

 

 

Conclusion

 

 

Application Questions

 

  1. How does it motivate you to pray knowing that God wants you to pray?
  2. How has your life been changed by prayer?
  3. What is one step you can take to improve your prayer life?
  4. Are you devoted to prayer?