Unit Theme: Great Prayers of the Bible
This series of lessons focuses on the great prayers of the Bible. Prayer is hard work. It is warfare and, as such, it is a discipline that must be intentionally developed and nurtured. It is easy and normal to pray during difficult times. When we are faced with life-altering circumstances, it is natural to take our case to God. However, it is the day-in and day-out prayers that require determination.
June 6, 2021 (Lesson 1)
INTERCEDING FOR GOD’S MERCY
1. Abraham Hears God’s Judgment (Genesis 18:16-21)
2. Abraham Pleads for God’s Mercy (Genesis 18:22-33)
3. Abraham Witnesses Judgment and Mercy (Genesis 19:24-25, 27-29)
June 13, 2021 (Lesson 2)
PRAYER FOR WISDOM
1. God’s Offer to Solomon (1 Kings 3:1-5)
2. Solomon Prays for Wisdom (1 Kings 3:6-15)
3. Solomon Shows Supernatural Wisdom (1 Kings 3:16-28)
June 20, 2021 (Lesson 3)
PRAYER FOR RESTORATION
1. Nehemiah Learns of Jerusalem’s Condition (Nehemiah 1:1-4)
2. Nehemiah Prays for God’s Favor (Nehemiah 1:5-11)
3. God Grants Nehemiah’s Request (Nehemiah 2:1-8)
June 27, 2021 (Lesson 4)
A PATTERN FOR PRAYER
1. Christ Teaches How to Pray (Luke 11:1-4)
2. Christ Teaches Persistence in Prayer (Luke 11:5-10)
3. The Father Gives the Holy Spirit (Luke 11:11-13)
July 4, 2021 (Lesson 5)
CHRIST’S HIGH PRIESTLY PRAYER
1. “Father, Glorify Thy Son” (John 17:1-5)
2. “Keep Them From the Evil” (John 17:6-19)
3. “That They All May Be One” (John 17:20-26)
July 11, 2021 (Lesson 6)
JESUS’ PRAYER OF SURRENDER
1. The Garden of Sorrow (John 18:1; Luke 22:39-40; Matthew 26:36-38)
2. Submission to the Father (Matthew 26:39-41; Mark 14:35-36; Luke 22:41-42)
3. The Anguish of Jesus (Matthew 26:42-44; Luke 22:43-44; Matthew 26:45-46)
July 18, 2021 (Lesson 7)
PAUL’S PRAYERS FOR CHURCHES
1. To Know God in Fullness (Ephesians 3:14-21)
2. To Abound in Love (Philippians 1:3-11)
3. To Live Worthy of the Lord (Colossians 1:9-14)
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