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Feb 16, 2014

Living on a Prayer (part 1)

Passage: Matthew 6:4-8

Preacher: Travis Fleming

Series:Upside Down Affections

Detail:

We can't spiritually live without prayer, and for us to not only survive, but thrive, requires...

1.  Engaging God's heart.
     Prayer is...
     A.  Expected
     B.  Essential
     C.  Effective
     D.  Extraordinary

2.  Guarding against hypocrisy.
     Involves...
     A.  Checking our motivation
     B.  Releasing our reputation
     C.  Avoiding manipulation
     D.  Seeking God's validation

3.  Embracing the God who hears.
     We pray because it reveals our...
     A.  Deep need for God.
     B.  Dependence on Him.
     And God's ...
     C.  Determination for relationship.
     D.  Delight in being there for us.

4.  Making prayer a holy habit.
     Requires...
     A.  Conversing with a Divine Person
     B.  Meeting at a specific place
     C.  Growing through consistent practice
     D.  Believing in God's eternal promise