Bible Study on Answered Prayer
1. Understanding James 5:16
James 5:16
Question: In James 5:16, it states, “Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” How does confessing sins correlate with effective prayer according to this verse?
Application: How can you make confession a regular part of your prayer life?
2. God Hears Us
1 John 5:14-15
Question: What assurance do we have from 1 John 5:14-15 that God hears our prayers?
Application: How does knowing God hears your prayers influence your confidence in prayer?
3. Prayer with Faith
Matthew 21:22
Question: According to Matthew 21:22, what is the role of faith in receiving what we ask for in prayer?
Application: How can you grow your faith to enhance the effectiveness of your prayers?
4. Persistence in Prayer
Luke 11:9-10
Question: What does Luke 11:9-10 teach about persistence in prayer?
Application: Can you recall a time persistence in prayer led to an answered prayer in your life? Share the experience.
5. Aligning with God’s Will
1 John 5:14
Question: How does aligning our prayers with God’s will impact the assurance of answered prayers, as seen in 1 John 5:14?
Application: How can you seek to align your prayers more closely with God’s will?
6. The Role of the Holy Spirit
Romans 8:26-27
Question: How does the Holy Spirit assist us in prayer according to Romans 8:26-27?
Application: How can you be more aware of the Holy Spirit’s guidance in your prayer life?
7. Fervency in Prayer
Colossians 4:2
Question: Colossians 4:2 encourages believers to be “devoted to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” What does it mean to be devoted to prayer?
Application: How can you increase your devotion to consistent and fervent prayer?
8. Corporate Prayer
Acts 12:5
Question: What role did corporate prayer play in Peter’s miraculous release from prison in Acts 12:5?
Application: How can the church community play a role in seeing prayers answered?
9. Intercessory Prayer
Ephesians 6:18
Question: Ephesians 6:18 urges believers to pray for all the saints. What is the importance of intercessory prayer?
Application: Who in your life can you commit to praying for regularly?
10. Humility in Prayer
2 Chronicles 7:14
Question: How does 2 Chronicles 7:14 tie humility and repentance to answered prayer?
Application: In what ways can you approach God with a more humble and repentant heart?
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