Jul 21, 2024    Josh Leis

Show Notes: “A Rhythm for Prayer” | Luke 11:1-4


Sermon Summary

In this episode, we will dive into the intricacies of the Lord's Prayer, exploring how its rhythm helps us to communicate with God, orient our hearts toward Him. Join us as we uncover the depth and beauty of this powerful prayer.


Key Topics


The Rhythm of Orientation and Reverence:

We orient ourselves to God as His children and approach Him with reverence.


Recognizing God's greatness and our position as His children leads us to desiring His will over ours.

The Rhythm of Requesting and Relying:

We daily depend on God and his provision for our lives.

We trust God's provision even when it differs from our expectations.


The Rhythm of Repentance and Forgiveness:

We regularly confess and repent of our sin in prayer.

As children of God who have received the Grace of Christ, we ought to freely extend forgiveness to others.


The Rhythm of Leadership and Followership:

As His children, we yield to God's leadership and trusting Him to guide us away from temptation.

Although challenges may be beyond our capabilities, they are not beyond God's.


Practical Takeaways:

Establish a regular rhythm of prayer in your daily life.

We get to approach God with personal intimacy and reverence.

Trust God to provide for your needs and rely on His wisdom.

Regularly practice repentance and extend forgiveness to others.

Follow God’s leadership and trust His guidance through life's challenges.


 Scripture References


1 Thessalonians 5:17

John 1:12

1 Timothy 1:17

Deuteronomy 32:4

Matthew 6:25-33

Romans 2:4

1 John 1:9

James 1:13-15

1 Corinthians 10:13