“Identity – Life In Christ” Series from Ephesians
Lesson Three: “Praying for Change”
Ephesians 1:15-23
Conquerors Sunday School Class – Sunday, November 14, 2021
Our Lesson’s Theme Verse is found in this passage of Scripture…
“Wherefore I also, after I heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus, and love unto all the saints, Cease not to give thanks for you, making mention of you in my prayers;”
Ephesians 1:15-16
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Today’s Lesson Thought can be summed up in this one little Question…
“How Important Is Prayer In My Life Today?”
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Lesson: “Praying for Change”
I : The Character of Paul’s Prayer
A: An Informed Prayer
- Ephesians 1:15, John 13:34-35
B: An Intercessory Prayer
- Ephesians 1:15-16, I Corinthians 15:57-58,
I Corinthians 15:9-10, Philippians 2:14-16
II : The Content of Paul’s Prayer
A: Spiritual Resource
- Ephesians 1:17, Hebrews 4:14-16
B: Spiritual Request
- Ephesians 1:17, James 1:5, I Thessalonians 5:19,
John 14:26
C: Spiritual Results
1: Immediate Results: Enlightenment
- Ephesians 1:18a, I Corinthians 2:14, Psalms 119:18
2: Ultimate Result: Knowledge
a: Of the Hope of His Calling
- Ephesians 1:18b, I John 3:2 and 3
b: Of the Riches of His Inheritance
- Ephesians 1:18, II Corinthians 4:7
c: Of the Greatness of His Power
- Ephesians 1:19-23, Hebrews 10:10-12, Philippians 2:10-11
Conclusion:
Child of God, how important is prayer in your life today?? Why don’t you take the time to talk to Him and to adore Him, and to seek His wisdom today!
Let’s determine that we are going to pray and ask God to change the way we look at things and to focus our hearts and lives on helping others to see these great Bible truths today!