Spiritual Disciplines: Pray ~ Rejoice

Today, we move to the R. in our acrostic on how to pray P.R.A.Y. P. was to pause, and R. is to rejoice. We will emphasize the importance of rejoicing in prayer, highlighting Psalm 103 as a hymn of praise. We will be encouraged to seek instruction from God and to maintain focus on rejoicing in God’s holiness and greatness during prayer through rejoicing in Him and hallowing His name. We will discuss the great gift of rejoicing in prayer and its transformative power in changing our perspective and increasing confidence in God. This will challenge us to make rejoicing in prayer a habitual practice to grow in our faith and experience God’s presence throughout the week.

Recording

((Audio Only))

Study Guide

Take the sermon further with friends and family with these discussion questions.

1 – How can we approach prayer with humility and a willingness to learn?
– Application: What specific aspects of prayer do you feel you need to learn more about or practice?

2 – What does it mean to ‘rejoice in prayer’ and why is it important?
– Application: How can you incorporate rejoicing in your own prayer life?

3 – How can the Psalms help us maintain focus on rejoicing in God during our prayers?
– Application: Can you think of a specific moment in your life where rejoicing in God’s goodness helped you in prayer or difficult situations?

4 – What are some ways to cultivate a life of rejoicing in prayer, as suggested?
– Application: What personal routines or activities can you incorporate into your life to make rejoicing in prayer a daily habit?

5 – How does rejoicing in prayer change our perspective on the trials and challenges we face?
– Application:  Can you think of an example from your own life where rejoicing in prayer shifted your perspective on a difficult situation?

Scripture References

Matthew 5:5
Luke 11:1
Psalm 116:2
Matthew 6:9b
Matthew 26:40-41
Psalm 103
Exodus 20:3
Hebrews 13:15
Hebrews 10:25
Philippians 4:4