In this edition of UBC Sermon Discussions Byrson answers questions that originated from his sermon out of Matthew 7:21-23. The final sermon of UBC’s “When We Pray” series.

The main idea for the sermon was: When we pray, remember many are lost.

Questions discussed in this episode:

Q. After listening to your message on Sunday I realized I don't regularly think nor do I pray for the lost people. It's like I forget their are lost souls who might be going to hell all around me everyday. 1. Should this concern me? 2. What can I do to help remind me daily to care about the lost?

Q. I do pray for the lost. In fact, I pray specifically for certain people by name who I know that are lost. But, they aren't open to hearing about Jesus. I feel like my prayers aren't working.

Q. My friend proclaims to be a Christian. They know scripture well. But I don't feel like their life reflects the "Father's Will." They've accepted Jesus, been baptized, serves in the church, and even evangelizes. I am overthinking this verse? What do you recommend I do?

Q. Our world is filled with pastors and influencers who proclaim Jesus. In verse 15 Jesus warns to "Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves." He goes on to say I will be able to discern false prophets by their fruit. What are ways to do this well? And how does one really do this when I don't know them—they are online?

Resources: Daily Prayer Prompts

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