The Privilege of Prayer

October 9, 2022 Preacher: Christoph Hyder Series: Sermon on the Mount: Kingdom Living in a Fallen World

Passage: Matthew 6:5–15

The Privilege of Prayer
Christ Proclamation Church
Sunday, 10/9/2022
Matthew 6:5–15

Sermon Theme: Through prayer, we have the privilege of communicating with God. Therefore, we should delight in this privilege and intentionally work to cultivate a heart yearning to know and respond to Him.

I. WHY PRAY? - (Matthew 6:5–15)
    
A. To Communicate with God
    B. To Receive Reward - (Matt. 6:6)
    C. Because It's Effective - (Luke 11:8–13)

II. HOW DO WE PRAY?
    A. Location - (Matt. 6:6, 9)
    B. As Children of God - (Matt. 6:9)
    C. Confidently - (Matt. 6:10a)
    D. Humbly - (Matt. 6:10b)
    E. Frequently - (Matt. 6:11)

III. WHAT DO WE PRAY FOR?
    A. Physical Needs - (Matt. 6:11)
    B. Spiritual Needs - (Matt. 6:12)
    C. Help and Guidance - (Matt. 6:13)

IV. HOW DO WE GET BETTER?
    A. Plan to Pray
    B. Read the Bible
    C. Cherish Prayer

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