THE FUNCTION OF PRAYER IN EVANGELISM 2.pptx

Prayer

1. THE FUNCTION OF PRAYER IN EVANGELISM Jansen & Gloria Trotman

2. An indispensable element Prayer is not just a helpful additive or an attractive frill to the evangelistic program; it is an indispensable ingredient; it is the lifeblood of evangelism.

3. Jesus, the Man of Prayer Matthew 26:39

4. Our Great Example "For to this you were called, because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that you should follow His steps” (1 Peter 2:21) “He who says he abides in Him ought himself also to walk just as He walked” (1 John 2:6) Jesus spent all night in prayer (Luke 6:12).

5. Other Prayer Warriors Jacob wrestled with the Angel – Genesis 32:24-28. Paul and Silas sang and prayed in the jail at midnight – Acts 16:25-36.

6. What Are We Doing Here? We are in spiritual warfare - Ephesians 6:12. Our weapons are spiritual, 2 Corinthians 10:4. Prayer is our most awesome weapon.

7. Prayer Can Do Anything God Can Do

8. Preparation For The Evangelistic Crusade “If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray and seek my face… then I will hear from heaven…” 2 Chronicles 7:14

9. To Remove All Hindrances “There is nothing that Satan fears so much as that the people of God shall clear the way by removing every hindrance, so that the Lord can pour out His Spirit…

10. To Remove All Hindrances …When the way is prepared for the Spirit of God, the blessings come.” (1 Selected Messages, p. 124

11. To Carry On the Work of God “As activity increases and men become successful in doing any work for God, there is danger of trusting to human plans and methods…

12. To Carry On the Work of God …Only the work accomplished with much prayer,…will in the end prove to have been efficient for good” (Desire of Ages, p. 362 ).

13. To Seek the Holy Spirit “We should daily receive the holy oil that we may impart to others… All may be light bearers to the world if they will…There is now need for much prayer” ( T estimonies to Ministers, p. 511 ).

14. What Happens When We Seek The Holy Spirit? “The Spirit came upon the waiting, praying disciples with a fullness that reached every heart.

15. What Happens When We Seek The Holy Spirit? The Infinite One revealed Himself in power to His church… the sword of the Spirit… cut its way through unbelief. Thousands were converted in a day” (Acts of the Apostles, p. 38 ).

16. To Reach Hearts “Through much prayer you must labor for souls, for this is the only method by which you can reach hearts….It is not your work that impresses hearts.” Evangelism, p. 342

17. To Wake Up “Satanic agencies in human form will take part in this last great conflict to oppose the building up of the kingdom of God.

18. To Wake Up “ There needs to be much more of prayer, much more of earnest effort among professed believers” ( 4 Bible Commentary, p.1142 ).

19. THE METHOD The all night prayer meeting/power sessions are effective ways of gaining spiritual preparation for an evangelistic program.

20. Elements of the All Night Prayer Meeting Songs of praise Words of praise Thanksgiving Bible reading Ministry of music Group discussion Prayer

21. More Elements Testimonies Break and fellowship Spirit of Prophecy readings Meditation

22. Praise vs Thanks Praise God for who He is. Thank God for what He has done and will continue to do.

23. REMEMBER Pray in faith.

24. Prayer Group and personal prayers are necessary. Have personal prayer time. Ask God for forgiveness. Are there relationships that need to be mended?

25. Some Varieties of Prayers Round robin Sentence Topic prayers Silent and personal Walk and talk with God Bible prayers (substitution)

26. Praying With Power Be specific Claim specific promises Study what the Bible has to say on the matter

27. Praying With Power Visualize the presence of God Keep focused Persevere Believe

28. Praying With Power Submit to God’s will Pray in the name of Jesus Praise and thank God in advance

29. Bible Reading Varieties Choral speaking Antiphonal reading Responsive reading Setting a passage to music and singing it Reading by groups

30. Break and Fellowship This comes at a time when participants may be beginning to feel sleepy. It is a good time to compare the blessings of the meeting and even to have a refreshing drink as you interact with one another.

31. MEETING TIME A good time for the all night prayer meeting is from 9:00 or 10:00 PM to 5:30 AM. The power session or half night prayer meeting is usually from about 7:00 to 12:00 midnight.

32. Some Blessings to Pray For Self and a pure heart Families and friends for whom we are working Good weather Good attendance Holy Spirit’s unction

33. Blessings to Pray for Travel protection Protection of equipment and place of meeting That God be honored Protection of speaker and team Other blessings

34. REMEMBER Include the children in the program. Early in the meeting, tell a story, sing some children’s songs, etc. Let a group leader involve the kids in prayer.

35. REMEMBER Young people have been heard to say how much they enjoyed a prayer meeting of this type. Get them involved too.

36. CONCLUSION The idea is to make the sessions lively and enjoyable. This promotes a spirit of praise. Don’t come as a spectator. Be an active participant.

37. CONCLUSION “If ye shall ask anything in my name, I will do it.” John 14:14.

38. God’s Pledge

39. Romans 8:32 “He that spared not his own Son, but delivered him up for us all, how shall he not with him also freely give us all things?”

40. Prayer Time Let us come boldly to the throne of grace…