Learn more about how to focus your prayer time to grow closer to God.
Talking Points:
- Use the PRAY method:
- P- Praise. Thank God for things he’s already done in your life.
- R- Repent. Tell God you’re sorry for your bad choices. Isaiah 6:1-5
- A- Ask. Ask God for what you need. Philippians 4:6
- Y- Yield. Just be quiet and see how God leads you.
Discussion:
- Initial reactions to this topic? What jumped out at you?
- What are some helpful things you’ve learned about prayer? Have you ever tried the P-R-A-Y method? Which step seems the hardest to you?
- Make a list of the things you can praise God for.
- Read Isaiah 6:1-5. Describe Isaiah’s response to God. Why do you think he responded like this?
- What is the benefit of repentance in your prayer life? How will confessing things to God affect your relationships in life?
- Read Philippians 4:6-7. What are the commands in this verse? What are the promised benefits? Discuss.
- What does it mean to “yield” to God in prayer? Try to list some practical steps for developing this habit in your prayer life.
- Read Luke 18:9-11. What is the true heart of prayer?
- Is there a step you need to take based on today’s topic?
