Effectual Prayer

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Sermon Theme

Effectual (white hot) prayer is the prayer that works. The book of James gives us instructions on how to watch what we say and the importance of effectual prayer. James points us to Elijah’s example of effectual prayer.

Scriptures

James 5:13-18; 1 Kings 18:41-45

Discuss & Reflect

  • The book of James gives instruction on how to act when faced with trials, how to speak when in trials and how we should confess the sin of offense. In what ways has James 5:16 been used out of context to justify confessing sins to each other?

  • In 1 Kings 18, Elijah prayed for rain and initially there was no sign of results. Reflect on times in your life that you have prayed and saw no results. Did you quit praying, or did you do as Elijah did and continue in prayer?

  • Why do we need to pray?

  • How is God speaking to you about what would it mean for you to pray effectually?

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