A,b,c’s Of Prayer

A,B,C’s of Prayer

Phil. 4:6-7 "Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

A - Avoid losing it.

"Be anxious for nothing,”

I'm not God. BEFORE I start solving the problem, worrying, fretting, fault-finding, fixing things, remember ... start praying!

Illustration: If an airline pilot encounters an unexpected storm and you are on that flight, I hope that pilot does not lose it.

B - Brag on God.

“but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving,”

Awe & Worship & Adoration. Place on the Throne, again. Most high. Most nigh. Our Identity & Position. Praise God’s nature (person), passions/heart, purposes, precepts, promises, presence, past performances.

C - Cast all your burdens on Him.

“present your requests to God.”

A-udaciously, S-hamelessly, K-indly/generously ... A.S.K. Values & Desires, Mind, Physical, Relationships, Emotional

"You miss 100% of the shots you don't take." - Hockey legend Wayne Gretzky

D - Depend on Him.

“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding,

Trusting & Thankful for His wisdom (plans & understanding), love (care & affection), power (authority & ability). God's answer. God's way. God's timing. Release.

E - Endure it, again.

“will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus."

Strength though weary. Overcome evil, with good. Fight the good fight. We pray by faith, not by sight.

Illustration: Worries and cares are like bowling balls. We cast them out and often they come right back. Keep casting them back and watch God score a perfect 300 for you.