feb 3, 08 am jesus’ prayer life and ours luk 5.16

Jesus’ Prayer Life and Ours

Luke 5:16

But Jesus Himself would often slip away to the wilderness and pray.

Luke’s point

• Slip away (withdraw) = continuous action

• Pray = continuous action

• This is Jesus’ habit

What did Jesus pray about in his prayer life?

Major decisions

Luke 6:12

It was at this time that He went off to the mountain to pray, and He spent the whole night in prayer to God.

Individuals

Luke 22:32

but I have prayed for you, that your faith may not fail; and you, when once you have turned again, strengthen your brothers."

Being Mistreated

Luke 6:28

bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.

Luke 23:34

But Jesus was saying, "Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing " And they cast lots, dividing up His garments among themselves.

Momentous Occasions

Luke 3:21

Now when all the people were baptized, Jesus was also baptized, and while He was praying, heaven was opened,

Now what?

•Commit to 15 minutes a day•Keep a list handy•Remember Jesus’ list•Make prayer a good habit

How to call on the Lord

•Hear Luke 11:28•Believe Hebrews 11:6•Repent Luke 13:3, 5•Confess Luke 12:8•Baptism Acts 2:38

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