I. The Bigger Context of Prayer II. Persistence grows in intensity III. God as our perfect Father promotes persistent praying

Lord Teach us to petition 1 our daily bread 2 forgive our debts 3 lead us not into temptation

Lord Teach Me To PRAY

1. Stop Grieving; Get a Fresh Filling for the Future 2. A Fresh Filling Helps Us Have God's Perspective 3. Summary

I. Biblical Reasons for Judgement II. The Case of the Amalekites III. The Subtle Sin of Compromise

1. is it possible to know him? 2.5 Minimal Facts 3. spiritual realities because of the Resurrection

1 Gods word is sufficient 2 God Desires to grow us 3 God is omnipotent 4 God's mercy outweighs his justice 5 God has a plan for our lives

1. Poor Guidance Can Prompt Asking for the Wrong Things 2. Hardened Hearts get what they Ask for 3. God's Authority is Undermined by Thinking and Acting Like the World 4. Archeological Evidence from Ugarit 12th Century B.C. Based on Admin. Archives