The Uncomfortable Prayer (Study Guide)
“The Uncomfortable Prayer”
Sermon Study Guide for August 23, 2020
Scripture: John 12:20-29
1. Jesus at the Festival
his “hour”
2. Two Prayers
a. “Father, save me…”
2 Corinthians 12:8
b. “Father, glorify…”
name
glorify
1 John 4:8-10
John 3:16
1 John 3:16
Three responses…
Questions to Discuss or Ponder:
- What is the modern convenience that makes like most “comfortable” for you?
- What did Jesus mean that his “hour” had not yet come? What do you think listeners heard when he said that?
- Why do we prefer to go around a difficulty than to go through it? Share about a time when you had to go through a challenging situation.
- In what ways has COVID been a challenge to your faith?
- What does it mean to know someone’s name?
- What does it mean to bring glory to someone’s name?
- How do you intend to live out “the second half of the gospel” this week? What one thing will you do?
Scripture for the Week:
Monday - Matthew 6:5-8
Tuesday - 2 Corinthians 12:1-10
Wednesday - 1 John 4:7-21
Thursday - John 3:16-21
Friday - 1 John 3:11-24
Saturday - Mark 14:32-38
In response to this Scripture, how will you live?
Prayer Prompt: “Father, glorify your name.”
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