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The Lord God says, “if my people, who are called by my name,

will humble themselves and pray and seek my face

and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven

and will forgive their sin and will heal their land.”

2 Chronicles 7:14

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Luke 18:1Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.

Romans 12Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-1816 Be joyful always; 17 pray continually; 18

give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.

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How should we pray?16

Read Matthew 6:5-13

What can we learn from this passage about how to pray?

Is it wrong to pray in public? Why or why not?

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ACTS

Adoration

Confession

Thanksgiving

Supplication

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James 1:5-6

James 5:13-18

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Prayer Partners

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Prayer Phone

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Ephesians 6:18-20 18 And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and

requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints. 19 Pray also for me, that whenever I open my mouth, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel, 20 for which I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I may declare it fearlessly, as I should.

Colossians 4:2 2 Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. 3 And

pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. 4 Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should. 5 Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity. 6 Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how to answer everyone.