-When you offer a petition or prayer for yourself to God, there is the thing for which you ask, called the petition, -and then behind that petition is your desire or motive for it.

Philippians 1:4 Lesson 2 Presented by Pastor Jim Oliver, MAET http://home.comcast.net/~jimoliverministries/ Principles of Prayer

Scripture Reading “Approach boldly the throne of grace, that we might obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” Hebrews 4:16 NASB “Stop worrying about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your request be known to God.” Philippians 4:6 NASB “Make it a habit of prayer.” 1 Thessalonians 5:17 RBT “In everything give thanks; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Principles of Prayer

Principles of Prayer

Principles of Prayer “Be filled with the Spirit…” Ephesians 5:18 Name your sins to God the Father.

Principles of Prayer Opening Prayer

Outline

Outline Definition and Description Prayer Mandates Prayer Mechanics Prayer Protocol Unanswered Prayers Petition in Prayer Intercessory Prayer Special Prayers

Definition & Description

Definition & Description Prayer is communication with God. Confession of Personal Sin Thanksgiving Intercession Petition

Definition & Description Prayer is one of the most powerful and effective weapons in all of history. Prayer is communication with God. Confession of Personal Sin Thanksgiving Intercession Petition

Definition & Description All answered prayer is part of the believer’s awardable Christian service. Prayer is one of the most powerful and effective weapons in all of history. Prayer is communication with God. Confession of Personal Sin Thanksgiving Intercession Petition

Definition & Description Prayer is a ministry designed for every believer. All answered prayer is part of the believer’s awardable Christian service. Prayer is one of the most powerful and effective weapons in all of history. Prayer is communication with God. Confession of Personal Sin Thanksgiving Intercession Petition

Definition & Description God hears the prayer twice: in eternity past, and at the time of the prayer. “Before they call I will answer; while they are still speaking, I will hear.” Isaiah 65:24 NASB

Definition & Description God hears the prayer twice: in eternity past, and at the time of the prayer. The more you grow in grace, the greater your spiritual growth. The greater your spiritual growth, the greater your effectiveness in prayer.

Definition & Description God hears the prayer twice: in eternity past, and at the time of the prayer. The more you grow in grace, the greater your spiritual growth. The greater your spiritual growth, the greater your effectiveness in prayer. Effectiveness is not measured by eloquence but on the basis of knowing how to pray and what to pray.

Prayer Mandates

Prayer Mandates “Make it a habit of prayer.” 1 Thessalonians 5:17 RBT

Prayer Mandates “Make it a habit of prayer.” 1 Thessalonians 5:17 RBT “Stop worrying about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving, let your request be known to God.” Philippians 4:6 NASB

Prayer Mechanics

Prayer Mechanics Name Your Sins to God the Father Rebound

Prayer Mechanics Name Your Sins to God the Father. Forgiveness from Sin Purified from Guilt The Holy Spirit empowers you. The Holy Spirit mentors you.

Prayer Mechanics Name Your Sins to God the Father. Forgiveness from Sin Purified from Guilt The Holy Spirit empowers you. The Holy Spirit mentors you. Resumption of Your Spiritual Life

Prayer Mechanics Name Your Sins to God the Father. Forgiveness from Sin Purified from Guilt The Holy Spirit empowers you. The Holy Spirit mentors you. Resumption of Your Spiritual Life God only hears prayers from spiritual believers.

Prayer Mechanics “If we acknowledge, admit, name our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive our sin and to purify us from all wrongdoing.” 1 John 1:9 Name Your Sins to God the Father. Forgiveness from Sin Purified from Guilt The Holy Spirit empowers you. The Holy Spirit mentors you. Resumption of Your Spiritual Life God only hears prayers from spiritual believers.

Prayer Mechanics Express Your Gratitude to God Gratitude

Prayer Mechanics Express Your Gratitude to God Capacity for gratitude comes from love for God.

Prayer Mechanics Capacity for gratitude comes from love for God. Capacity for gratitude comes from virtue love for others. Express Your Gratitude to God

Prayer Mechanics Gratitude increases with spiritual growth. Express Your Gratitude to God Capacity for gratitude comes from love for God. Capacity for gratitude comes from virtue love for others.

Prayer Mechanics Thanksgiving to God reflects your love for God. Gratitude increases with spiritual growth. Express Your Gratitude to God Capacity for gratitude comes from love for God. Capacity for gratitude comes from virtue love for others.

Prayer Mechanics Thanksgiving to God reflects your love for God. Gratitude increases with spiritual growth. Express Your Gratitude to God Capacity for gratitude comes from love for God. Capacity for gratitude comes from virtue love for others.

Prayer Mechanics The more you love God the more you appreciate Him, leading to greater thanksgiving, and greater alertness in prayer. Thanksgiving to God reflects your love for God. Gratitude increases with spiritual growth. Express Your Gratitude to God Capacity for gratitude comes from love for God. Capacity for gratitude comes from virtue love for others.

Prayer Mechanics “Always giving thanks to God the Father for all things in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Ephesians 5:20 RBT The more you love God the more you appreciate Him, leading to greater thanksgiving, and greater alertness in prayer. Thanksgiving to God reflects your love for God. Gratitude increases with spiritual growth. Express Your Gratitude to God Capacity for gratitude comes from love for God. Capacity for gratitude comes from virtue love for others.

Prayer Mechanics Intercede on Behalf of Others

Prayer Mechanics Intercede on Behalf of Others Use a prayer list.

Prayer Mechanics Intercede on Behalf of Others Use a prayer list. “With all prayer and petition pray at all times in the Spirit, and with this in view, be on the alert with all perseverance and petition for all the saints.” Ephesians 6:18 (NASB)

Prayer Mechanics Interceding on Behalf of Others Petition Praying for Self

Prayer Mechanics Interceding on Behalf of Others Petition Praying for Self This often involves issues covered by the 10 Problem-Solving Devices.

Prayer Mechanics Interceding on Behalf of Others Petition Praying for Self This often involves issues covered by the 10 Problem-Solving Devices. “Approach boldly the throne of grace, that we might obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” Hebrews 4:16 (NASB)

Prayer Protocol

Prayer Protocol All prayers are offered to God the Father. Never to the Son Never to the Holy Spirit Never to the mother of humanity of Christ. God the Father

Prayer Protocol All prayers are offered to God the Father. Never to the Son Never to the Holy Spirit Never to the mother of humanity of Christ. Cancelled Because of not Following Prayer Protocol God the Father Prayer to the Son Cancelled! Prayer to the Holy Spirit Cancelled! Prayer to Mary Cancelled!

Prayer Protocol All prayers are offered to God the Father. Never to the Son Never to the Holy Spirit Never to the mother of humanity of Christ. Cancelled Because of not Following Prayer Protocol “Pray, then, in this way, “Our Father who is in Heaven…” Matthew 6:9 (NASB)

Prayer Protocol All prayers are offered to God the Father. Never to the Son Never to the Holy Spirit Never to the mother of humanity of Christ. Cancelled Because of not Following Prayer Protocol “Pray, then, in this way, “Our Father who is in Heaven…” Matthew 6:9 (NASB) “For this reason, I bow my knees before the Father…” Ephesians 3:14 (NASB)

Prayer Protocol All prayers are offered in the name of God the Son.

Prayer Protocol All prayers are offered in the name of God the Son. “Heavenly Father, I am coming in the Name of the Son…” “…In Christ’s Name, Amen.”

Prayer Protocol All prayers are offered in the name of God the Son. “Heavenly Father, I am coming in the Name of the Son…” “…In Christ’s Name, Amen.” There is no place for sloppiness in prayer!! Precisely Correct Procedure

Prayer Protocol All prayers are offered in the name of God the Son. “Heavenly Father, I am coming in the Name of the Son…” “…In Christ’s Name, Amen.” There is no place for sloppiness in prayer. “Whatever you ask in My Name, that I will do, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son.” John 14:13 (NASB)

Prayer Protocol Offer prayer through the filling of God the Holy Spirit. Carnal prayers fall short of heaven.

Prayer Protocol Offer prayer through the filling of God the Holy Spirit. Carnal prayers fall short of heaven. “With all prayer and petition, pray at all times in the Spirit…be on alert with all perseverance and petition for all the saints.” Ephesians 6:18 (NASB)

Prayer Protocol Offer prayer through the filling of God the Holy Spirit. God hears one non-protocol prayer, the rebound prayer, the confession of sin.

Prayer Protocol God does not hear prayers from the carnal believer! Offer prayer through the filling of God the Holy Spirit. God hears one non-protocol prayer, the rebound prayer, the confession of sin.

Prayer Protocol Rebound is the only prayer God hears from the carnal believer. Offer prayer through the filling of God the Holy Spirit. God hears one non-protocol prayer, the rebound prayer, the confession of sin. God does not hear prayers from the carnal believer!

Prayer Protocol Believers must name their sins to God for prayers to be effective. Rebound is the only prayer God hears from the carnal believer. Offer prayer through the filling of God the Holy Spirit. God hears one non-protocol prayer, the rebound prayer, the confession of sin. God does not hear prayers from the carnal believer!

Unanswered Prayers

Unanswered Prayers God will not answer your prayers if you are: Carnal In a State of Sin Under the Control of Your Old Sin Nature

Unanswered Prayers God will not answer your prayers if you are: Carnal In a State of Sin Under the Control of Your Old Sin Nature Prayer failure is always due to carnality.

Unanswered Prayers God will not answer your prayers if you are: Carnal In a State of Sin Under the Control of Your Old Sin Nature Prayer failure is always due to carnality. “If I cherish iniquity in my stream of consciousness, the Lord will not listen to me.” Psalm 66:18 RBT

Unanswered Prayers Indifference to or rejection of Bible doctrine guarantees prayer malfunction.

Unanswered Prayers Indifference to or rejection of Bible doctrine guarantees prayer malfunction. Wrong Priorities

Unanswered Prayers Indifference to or rejection of Bible doctrine guarantees prayer malfunction. Wrong Priorities Arrogance Complex of Sins

Unanswered Prayers Indifference to or rejection of Bible doctrine guarantees prayer malfunction. Wrong Priorities Arrogance Complex of Sins Arrogant believers are never heard.

Unanswered Prayers Indifference to or rejection of Bible doctrine guarantees prayer malfunction. Wrong Priorities Arrogance Complex of Sins Arrogant believers are never heard. Rejection of Doctrine

Unanswered Prayers Indifference to or rejection of Bible doctrine guarantees prayer malfunction. Wrong Priorities Arrogance Complex of Sins Arrogant believers are never heard. Rejection of Doctrine Malfunction in your spiritual life leads to misunderstanding God’s Will and Plan.

Unanswered Prayers Indifference to or rejection of Bible doctrine guarantees prayer malfunction. Wrong Priorities Arrogance Complex of Sins Arrogant believers are never heard. Rejection of Doctrine Malfunction in your spiritual life leads to misunderstanding God’s Will and Plan. All prayers must comply with protocol.

Unanswered Prayers Indifference to or rejection of Bible doctrine guarantees prayer malfunction. Wrong Priorities Arrogance Complex of Sins Arrogant believers are never heard. Rejection of Doctrine Malfunction in your spiritual life leads to misunderstanding God’s Will and Plan. All prayers must comply with protocol. Failure in marriage spills over in to failure in prayer.

Unanswered Prayers Only knowledge of doctrine and resultant virtue can solve domestic problems.

Unanswered Prayers Failure in prayer life reflects failure in the spiritual life. Only knowledge of doctrine and resultant virtue can solve domestic problems.

Unanswered Prayers “Likewise you husbands, live with your wives on the basis of special knowledge as with a weaker vessel, since she is a woman, and show her respect as a fellow heir of the grace of life, so that your prayers may not be hindered.” 1 Peter 3:7 RBT Failure in prayer life reflects failure in the spiritual life. Only knowledge of doctrine and resultant virtue can solve domestic problems.

Unanswered Prayers Failure in prayer life reflects failure in the spiritual life. Only knowledge of doctrine and resultant virtue can solve domestic problems. Prayers are not answered because of lust, criminality, jealousy and false motivation.

Unanswered Prayers Failure in prayer life reflects failure in the spiritual life. Only knowledge of doctrine and resultant virtue can solve domestic problems. Prayers are not answered because of lust, criminality, jealousy and false motivation. Ask! But if you ask from wrong motives, your prayers will not be answered.

Unanswered Prayers “You lust and do not have [what you want], so you commit murder. Also, you are jealous and cannot obtain, so you fight and quarrel. You do not have, because you do not ask. You ask [in prayer] and do not receive, because you ask with wrong motives, so that you may spend it on pleasures.” James 4:2-3 RBT

Unanswered Prayers Cycles of divine discipline prevent prayers for deliverance from being answered. Prayers from carnality are not answered. God may remove that nation from history. The carnal believer needs to grow spiritually.

Unanswered Prayers “You have covered yourself with a cloud so that no prayer can get through.” Lamentations 3:44 Cycles of divine discipline prevent prayers for deliverance from being answered.

Petition in Prayer

Petition in Prayer Petition is a prayer for yourself. You ask for something: a petition.

Petition in Prayer

Petition in Prayer Petition is a prayer for yourself. You ask for something: a petition. Behind it is your desire or motive.

Petition in Prayer Petition is a prayer for yourself. You ask for something: a petition. Behind it is your desire or motive. Petition versus Desire or Motive Positive Petition – Negative Desire Negative Petition – Positive Desire Positive Petition – Positive Desire Negative Petition – Negative Desire

Petition in Prayer Petition Positive – Desire Negative

Petition in Prayer Petition Positive – Desire Negative “Now appoint a king for us to judge us like all the nations.” 1 Samuel 8:5

Petition in Prayer Petition Positive – Desire Negative “Nevertheless, the people refused to listen to the voice of Samuel, and they said, ‘No, but there shall be a king over us, that we also may be like all the nations, that our king may judge us and go out before us and fight our battles.’” 1 Samuel 8:19-20 NASB

Petition in Prayer Petition Positive – Desire Negative Petition: The Jews wanted a king they could see. Desire: They wanted to be happy.

Petition in Prayer Petition Positive – Desire Negative Petition: The Jews wanted a king they could see. Desire: They wanted to be happy. God gave them a king: Positive Petition

Petition in Prayer Petition Positive – Desire Negative Petition: The Jews wanted a king they could see. Desire: They wanted to be happy. God gave them a king: Positive Petition God did not give happiness: Negative Desire. Positive Petition Reply: A Human King Negative Desire Reply: No Happiness

Petition in Prayer Petition Negative – Desire Positive

Petition in Prayer Petition Negative – Desire Positive Petition: Abraham petitioned that Ishmael might be his heir.

Petition in Prayer Petition Negative – Desire Positive Petition: Abraham petitioned that Ishmael might be his heir. “And Abraham said to God, ‘Oh that Ishmael might live before You!’ But God said, ‘No, but Sarah your wife will bear you a son, and you shall call his name Isaac; and I will establish My covenant with him for an everlasting covenant for his descendants after him.’” Genesis 17:18-19 NASB

Petition in Prayer Petition Negative – Desire Positive Petition: Abraham petitioned that Ishmael might be his heir. The Petition was answered negatively: Ishmael would not be heir. His desire was answered positively: Abraham received an heir in Isaac. Petition - Negative: Ishmael was not to be an heir. Desire - Positive: Abraham would have an heir.

Petition in Prayer Petition Positive – Desire Positive

Petition in Prayer Petition Positive – Desire Positive “Then Samson called to the Lord and prayed saying, ‘O Lord God, please remember me and please strengthen me just one time, O God, that with one blow I may get revenge on the Philistines for my two eyes.’” Judges 16:28

Petition in Prayer Petition Positive – Desire Positive Sampson’s petition to strike the Philistines was granted. Sampson’s desire, revenge, was also granted.

Petition in Prayer Petition Positive – Desire Positive Sampson’s petition to strike the Philistines was granted. Sampson’s desire, revenge, was also granted. God does not approve of revenge. He used Sampson to destroy a degenerate people.

Petition in Prayer Petition Positive – Desire Positive “Then he kept saying, ‘Jesus, remember me when You come into your kingdom.’ Jesus replied to him, ‘I tell you the truth, today you will be with Me in paradise.’” Luke 23:42-43 RBT

Petition in Prayer Petition Positive – Desire Positive “Then he kept saying, ‘Jesus, remember me when You come into your kingdom.’ Jesus replied to him, ‘I tell you the truth, today you will be with Me in paradise.’” Luke 23:42-43 RBT His petition was answered positively. His desire for salvation answered positively..

Petition in Prayer Petition Negative – Desire Negative Jesus prayed at Gethsemane before His arrest.

Petition in Prayer Petition Negative – Desire Negative Jesus prayed at Gethsemane before His arrest. “My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from Me; yet not as I will, but as You will…” Matthew 26:39 NASB

Intercessory Prayers

Intercessory Prayers Intercessory Prayer for a Nation Elijah’s prayer on Mt. Carmel demonstrates the power of this prayer.

Intercessory Prayers Intercessory Prayer for a Nation Elijah’s prayer on Mt. Carmel demonstrates the power of this prayer. “Elijah was a man with a nature like ours, and he prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the earth for three years and six months. Then he prayed again, and the sky poured rain and the earth produced its fruit.” James 5:17-18 NASB

Intercessory Prayers The Power of Prevailing Prayer

Intercessory Prayers The Power of Prevailing Prayer “So Peter was being kept in prison, but fervent prayer was made for him to God by the church.” Acts 12:5 NASB

Intercessory Prayers Peter was dramatically rescued. The Power of Prevailing Prayer “So Peter was being kept in prison, but fervent prayer was made for him to God by the church.” Acts 12:5 NASB

Intercessory Prayers Peter was dramatically rescued. Peter was in prison, chained between two guards, awaiting execution. The Power of Prevailing Prayer “So Peter was being kept in prison, but fervent prayer was made for him to God by the church.” Acts 12:5 NASB

Intercessory Prayers Peter was dramatically rescued. Peter was in prison, chained between two guards, awaiting execution. Peter walked out of prison as a result of these prayers. The Power of Prevailing Prayer “So Peter was being kept in prison, but fervent prayer was made for him to God by the church.” Acts 12:5 NASB

Intercessory Prayers Prayers for Unbelievers

Intercessory Prayers Prayers for Unbelievers “Brethren, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for them [Jews] is for their salvation.” Romans 10:1 RBT

Intercessory Prayers You can and should pray for the unsaved. Prayers for Unbelievers “Brethren, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for them [Jews] is for their salvation.” Romans 10:1 RBT

Intercessory Prayers Do not violate the unbeliever’s volition. You can and should pray for the unsaved. Prayers for Unbelievers “Brethren, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for them [Jews] is for their salvation.” Romans 10:1 RBT

Intercessory Prayers This prayer is a demonstration of the power of virtue love. Do not violate the unbeliever’s volition. You can and should pray for the unsaved. Prayers for Unbelievers “Brethren, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for them [Jews] is for their salvation.” Romans 10:1 RBT

Intercessory Prayers The Lord’s Prayer of John 17

Intercessory Prayers The Lord’s Prayer of John 17 Verse 3 “This is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent.”

Intercessory Prayers The Lord’s Prayer of John 17 Verse 3 “This is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent.” Verse 13 “But now I come to You; and these things I speak in the world so that they may have My joy made full in themselves.

Intercessory Prayers The prayer in Matthew 6:9 is the disciples prayer for Israel. The Lord’s Prayer of John 17 Verse 3 “This is eternal life, that they may know You, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom You have sent.” Verse 13 “But now I come to You; and these things I speak in the world so that they may have My joy made full in themselves.

Special Prayers

Special Prayers Sanctification of Food

Special Prayers Sanctification of Food “For everything created by God is good for food, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with gratitude. For it is sanctified by means of the Word of God and prayer.” 1 Timothy 4:4-5 RBT

Special Prayers Sanctification of Food The thanksgiving prayer before meals has a two-fold purpose: It is the expression of gratitude for His logistical grace. “For everything created by God is good for food, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with gratitude. For it is sanctified by means of the Word of God and prayer.” 1 Timothy 4:4-5 RBT

Special Prayers Sanctification of Food The thanksgiving prayer before meals has a two-fold purpose: It is the expression of gratitude for His logistical grace. It is for the sanctification of food to eliminate potential harmful effects. This prayer will protect you. “For everything created by God is good for food, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with gratitude. For it is sanctified by means of the Word of God and prayer.” 1 Timothy 4:4-5 RBT

Special Prayers Prayer for Those in Authority

Special Prayers Prayer for Those in Authority “First of all, therefore, I request [in the sense of a command] that petitions, prayers, intercessions, thanksgivings be made on behalf of all mankind; on behalf of kings [rulers] and all who are in authority, that we may lead an undisturbed and tranquil life in the entire spiritual life and integrity.” 1 Timothy 2:1-2 RBT

Special Prayers Prayer for the Sick “…and the prayer offered in faith will restore the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up, and if he has committed sins, they will be forgiven him.” James 5:15 NASB

Special Prayers Prayer for the Unsaved

Special Prayers Prayer for the Unsaved “Brethren, my heart’s desire and my prayer to God for them is for their salvation.” Romans 10:1 NASB

Special Prayers Prayer for the Unsaved “Brethren, my heart’s desire and my prayer to God for them is for their salvation.” Romans 10:1 NASB Do not coerce unbeliever’s volition. Pray that they will be exposed to the Gospel. Pray for their opportunity for salvation.

Special Prayers Prayer for Your Enemies “But I say to you, love your enemies, and pray for those who persecute you.” Matthew 5:44 RBT Virtue Love Dynamics of Spiritual Autonomy Confidence of Spiritual Self-Esteem Virtue of Spiritual Autonomy

Special Prayers Special Prayers of Widows

Special Prayers Special Prayers of Widows “Now she who is a widow and has been left alone, and has fixed her confidence on God, she also continues in petitions and prayers [intercession] night and day.” 1 Timothy 5:5 RBT

129 Special Prayers The Prayer for Spiritual Maturity

130 Special Prayers “And this I pray, that your virtue-love may abound still more and more in doctrine and all discernment.” Philippians 1:9 The Prayer for Spiritual Maturity

131 Special Prayers “For this reason, we… have not ceased to pray for you, and to ask that you might be filled with all doctrine of His will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding.” Colossians 1:9 The Prayer for Spiritual Maturity “And this I pray, that your virtue-love may abound still more and more in doctrine and all discernment.” Philippians 1:9

132 Special Prayers Prayers for Communicators of Doctrine

133 Special Prayers Prayers for Communicators of Doctrine “Devote yourselves to prayer; in it, keeping alert with an attitude of thanksgiving, praying at the same time for us as well, that God may open up to us a door for the teaching of the Word, so that we may communicate the mystery doctrine from Christ.” Colossians 4:2-3 RBT

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