CORE STRENGTH - PART FOUR

WE PRAY ABOUT EVERYTHING

I. Introduction

a. Series introduction and recap

b. Foundation scripture (Habakkuk 2:2)

Habakkuk 2:2 (ESV)

2 And the Lord answered me:

“Write the vision;

make it plain on tablets,

so he may run who reads it.

c. What does a young adult at the Bridge look like? What sets us apart? Who has God called us to be?

II. What is prayer?

a. A relationship with God the Father

Matthew 6:9 (ESV)

9 Pray then like this:

“Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your name.

b. The prescription for your anxiety

Philippians 4:6 (ESV)

6 do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.

III. How do I pray?

a. Without ceasing

1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 (ESV)

16 Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.

“I don't ever pray any longer than twenty minutes.” “What?” his questioners exclaimed. After pausing for effect, Smith Wigglesworth continued, “Yes, but I never go twenty minutes without praying.”

b. In the Spirit

Jude 20–21 (ESV)

20 But you, beloved, building yourselves up in your most holy faith and praying in the Holy Spirit, 21 keep yourselves in the love of God, waiting for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ that leads to eternal life.

IV. Conclusion - Call to Action

a. Beginner Level

1. 10 minutes praying in other tongues and being in the Presence of God

2. Attendance of Bridge Pre-Service Prayer – Also required for all volunteers

b. Intermediate Level

1. 20 minutes praying in other tongues and being in the Presence of God

2. Attendance of Bridge Pre-Service Prayer

3. Instagram Prayer – Current time on Tuesdays subject to change

c. Advanced Level

1. 30 minutes praying in other tongues and being in the Presence of God

2. Engagement in all Bridge Prayer Platforms

3. Bridge Pre-Service Prayer

4. Instagram Prayer

5. Preparing our Pastors in Prayer

6. EMIC Pre-Service Prayer (once per month)

d. Volunteer Opportunities – Level of expectation would be higher

1. Bridge Pre-Service Prayer

2. Bridge Pre-Service Prayer Worship

3. Instagram Prayer

4. Altar Prayer – Training to be provided

e. More groups and opportunities to come