Ep03.13b: Unpacking Series - Prayer (How & Results)

This is a big one (part 2).  In my opinion, the three core sources to growth/maturity that the Lord has given us are Scriptures, Prayer, and Community (in addition to other great resources, like the sacraments).

We tackled Scripture in episodes 3.01 and 3.02 of this season. Now, over two episodes, we look at prayer.  What is prayer exactly, according to the Bible?  Why should we pray, what are the benefits?  And how does prayer work, what are some of the details of this concept?  We also attempt to answer questions such as 'what does it mean to pray without ceasing?' and on 'what basis does God grant requests?'.

[Make sure you check out Part 1 in the previous episode, 3.13a!]

 

0:00 - a quick review of the first episode on prayer - what it is and the motivations and benefits behind prayer.

6:36 - initial steps and things to keep in mind when praying as a communion with and conversation with God, including clearing your mind & heart, and just thinking about what you know about Him.

32:46 - practical thoughts on discerning/hearing God's voice, and meditating on what He's telling you.

58:29 - elements included in you talking to God

1:24:17 - concluding with a summary of what prayer is, implications for that, and how it all might be applied.