How to Pray
When can we say "Amen"?
We can say Amen during or at the end of prayers, or when we hear good news.
What did Elijah do to try to make it rain?
He prayed!
Do you have to wait until after you've received from God to give thanks?
NO!
Who should be prayed for?
Everyone!
Where does Jesus tell us to go when we pray?
Jesus tells us to pray in our hearts.
How many times did Elijah tell his servant to check for rain?
Seven times!
What is thanksgivings? (not the holiday)
Giving thanks to God for what He does every day, and what He will do.
If God says no to our prayers, what does it mean?
God has a better plan!
Why do we close our prayers with the word "Amen"?
We're confirming to God we believe in His promises/what we are praying to Him.
Why did Elijah keep praying even though it didn't rain?
He expected that God would eventually make it rain.
What did one of the lepers do after he was healed by Jesus?
He praised God, and came back to thank Jesus.
Why didn't God want David to build the temple?
Because David was a warrior who had shed blood, the House of the Lord was to be a place of peace.
What does Jesus tell us not to do when we pray?
Jesus tells us not to pray loudly in public, like a performance.
What does "pray expectantly" mean?
To expect God to do what you prayed for.
Before Jesus fed the five thousand people, what did He do with the five loaves and two fish?
Jesus lifted the bread and fish to the heavens and gave thanks.
What is intercession?
Praying to God on behalf of someone else.