The Practice of the Presence of God (Study Guide)
“Prayer: The Practice of the Presence of God”
Sermon Study Guide for July 26, 2020
Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13
Waiting in the ER…
1. The Purpose of Prayer
to _____________ and ____________ with God
practices & techniques…
qualities of prayer…
prayer is a mystery…
2. The Presence of God
anytime, anywhere, anything
2 Corinthians 5:14 - the love of Christ
“Even if God does not…” - Daniel 3:18
Gratitude
1 Thessalonians 5:17
2 Corinthians 10:5
Psalm 91:1
Questions to Discuss or Ponder:
- When have you cried out in desperation in prayer?
- What is the purpose of prayer, as you have practiced it?
- When did you learn to pray? Who has influenced the way you pray?
- What practices help you in your prayer life? Why do those practices help you?
- How have you experienced prayer as a mystery?
- Can you have confidence in God even if your prayers are not answered in the way you want them to be? How can you cultivate a grateful heart in your prayer life?
- What would it look like if you were “abiding” in God’s presence constantly?
- How will you begin to practice prayer without ceasing?
Scripture for the Week:
Monday - Daniel 3:1-18
Tuesday - Daniel 3:19-30
Wednesday - 2 Corinthians 10:1-6
Thursday - Psalm 91
Friday - Nehemiah 1:1-11
Saturday - Jonah 2:1-10
In response to this Scripture, how will you live?
Prayer Prompt: begin to practice the presence of God in all things this week.
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