Learn How to Live!!

Learn How to Live!!
Luke 11:1-13

by Estelle Nazary

Learn how to pray!
Jesus is our authority!

We need to learn how to pray-
Pray with me!
Pray for me!
Jesus intends for us to pray..

Four E's

I. Example of prayer
Disciples were impressed by Jesus' prayer life. they discovered Jesus in position and posture of prayer.
1. Jesus is our example in conduct
2. Jesus is our example in circumstances of life. He prayer life was normal and relaxed.
3. Jesus is our example in confidence. He knew God would answer his prayers. "I thank you, Father, that you have already heard me." Jesus prayed at Lazarus death.

II. The essentials of prayer life
Jesus gave us the model prayer.
1. Reverence - "Our Father, hallowed be thy name." Isaiah - temple - Holy, Holy is the Lord of hosts. Know who you are talking to!!!
2. Express concerns
"Thy Kingdom come" - Rule of God in our hearts
3. Expression of needs
Body - daily bread
Spirit - forgive our sins
God is concerned about us and our needs. - Philippians 4:6-7, 19

III. Earnestness of prayer
Man on outside knocking - Importunity - Keep on asking.

IV. Expectations of prayer
Ask, Knock, seek... God is good and He will answer prayers.