The Believer’s Secret Weapon of Prayer

Pastor John Marc Wiemann
Ephesians 6:18-20

Main point: Ephesians 6:18-20 describes four ways we can pray for the glory of God and the advancement of His kingdom.

I. Pray Sincerely
Verse 18a

II. Pray Strategically
Verse 18b

III. Pray Steadfastly
Verse 18c

IV. Pray Selflessly
Verses 19-20

Here are some books which may assist you in deeper study and application of the truths presented in today’s sermon. While the elders cannot endorse every concept presented in each book, we do believe these resources will be helpful in profitably thinking through today’s topic.

• Praying the Bible by Donald Whitney
• Praying with Paul by D.A. Carson
• If You Will Ask by Oswald Chambers

The Questions for Spiritual Growth

Our Cornerstone mission is To Know Christ and Make Him Known. Community Groups help us to live out our mission as we discuss the Scripture passage from the sermon, how to apply it, and pray for one another.

What role does prayer have in spiritual warfare? How should prayer interact with putting on the armor of God and wielding the sword of the Spirit?
What does “pray at all times” in verse 18 mean? What are some ways you practice this principle?
What does it mean to “pray in the Spirit” in verse 18? How is Romans 8:26-27 an encouragement to pray?
Read Psalm 37:4 and Psalm 84:11. If God only gives us what is for our good and His glory, then how should we approach Him and trust Him in prayer?
Do you feel some of your prayers have not been answered? Have you received answers you did not expect? Read Romans 8:28 and James 1:17. How can we rest assured that our prayers never go unanswered?
How does prayer help us to live dependently on the Lord and to remain humble in the Lord?
Why is it important to pray for others? Practically speaking, how can you pray for others? What are some measures that help you to be faithful and strategic in praying for others?
Considering what you learned in Ephesians 6:18-20, how does God want your beliefs and actions to change?