Even though prayer doesn’t have to be complicated, it can still be intimidating or become routine. There is no “best” way to pray, but there are some helpful ideas that can guide us along our prayer journey.
Episode Breakdown:
00:55 Jon & Monica say welcome
02:00 What prayer isn’t and what it is
05:55 A few correctives
09:30 Now, some directives
23:30 Some what-ifs
25:20 Hot tips from Ken!
29:00 December is coming…!!!
32:25 Playtime.
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SHOW NOTES:
▶ Notes & Questions: https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/media/2021-11-28_cg.pdf
▶ Transcript: https://www.yourcrosscreek.com/media/2021-11-28.pdf
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▶ Suggested Bible Readings:
Luke 11:1-13
Philippians 4:6-7
▶ Music we listened to making this episode:
Mindful- Tow’rs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=752rW_TaTdA
King of Kings- Hillsong Worship: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQl4izxPeNU
Across the Universe- The Beatles: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90M60PzmxEE
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Discussion Questions:
- How have you seen God working this week?
- What thoughts or questions do you have about prayer after watching/listening to this series?
- Why do you think we don’t pray more often? OR if you are a prayer… why do you think prayer can become more of a routine than a conversation?
- Read Matthew 6:9-13. Which parts seem to resonate with you most? Why do you think that is?
- How can your group pray with you this week?