At The Heart of It (Southaven): Week 3

One of the most important spiritual questions that one can every ask is “How do I pray?” Jesus understood the great importance of this communication with God. Knowing the foundation of prayer for an abundant spiritual life and our need for instruction, Jesus teaches the right approach to prayer and the right model for prayer. Jesus first teaches us that prayer is about connection with God and dependence on God. It is NOT about the opinion or approval of others. It is all about connecting with God and should be approached with that goal. Second, Jesus provides a model for prayer—not a formula, but a model. Our prayer life, as a whole, should include adoration, submission, requests for God’s provision, confession, and a call for God’s protection. A prayer life that brings this to God with dependence and humility and that listens for the voice of God to speak to our hearts brings a powerful and impactful life through a deep connection to God.