Prayer life of Jesus (Three Part Sermon Series)

Part 1: The Model of Jesus' Prayer Life

Discuss the prayer life of Jesus, including His practice of solitude, dependence on the Father, and submission to God's will.

Read Mark 1:35 "Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed.

"Share examples from the Gospels of Jesus' prayer life, such as the Lord's Prayer (Matthew 6:9-13) and His prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane (Matthew 26:39).

Discuss how we can model our own prayer life after Jesus' example, and how prayer can help us to grow in our relationship with God and discern His will for our lives.

Part 2: The Power of Jesus' Prayer Life

Discuss the power of Jesus' prayer life, including His ability to perform miracles, heal the sick, and cast out demons.

Read Matthew 14:23-25 "After he had dismissed them, he went up on a mountainside by himself to pray. Later that night, he was there alone, and the boat was already a considerable distance from land, buffeted by the waves because the wind was against it. Shortly before dawn Jesus went out to them, walking on the lake."

Share examples from the Gospels of Jesus' miraculous works and how His prayer life was a source of power and strength for His ministry.

Discuss how we can tap into the same power through prayer, and how prayer can help us to overcome challenges and obstacles in our lives.

Part 3: The Persistence of Jesus in Prayer Life

Discuss how Jesus' prayer life was marked by persistence and perseverance, even in the face of difficult circumstances.Read Luke 22:44, "And being in anguish, he prayed more earnestly, and his sweat was like drops of blood falling to the ground."Share examples from the Gospels of Jesus' persistence in prayer, such as when He prays for the cup to be taken from Him in the Garden of Gethsemane (Matthew 26:39) and when He prays for Peter's faith (Luke 22:31-32).Discuss how our own prayer life can reflect persistence and perseverance, and how prayer can help us to endure trials and challenges.