Church Matters 1 Tim. 2:1-7

1. Prayers are designed to please God.

Petitions “requests” for self and others

Prayers - general

Intercessions - To enter before a king and offer intimate prayer

Thanksgivings

For all. Leaders, friends, families, etc.

“pleases” (receives these prayers)

Quiet and tranquil life (ordered)

“Do I take any pleasure in the death of the wicked? This is the decleration of the Lord God. ‘Instead, don’t I take pleasure when he turns from his ways and lives?’” (Ezekial 18:23)

When was the last time you depend on prayer?

The prayers of the church are capable of bringing protection to communities.

2. Prayer is possible because Jesus pleased God.

“mediator” - A person who helps opposing parties reach an agreement.

“atonement” - The satisfaction for wrong or injury.

unlimited atonement - Christ died for all people whether or not they believed.

Bob Ratcliff - Took the hit for his parents, children, and grandchildren.

Jesus satisfied our judgment and opened the door for a relationship with God.