April 11, 2021 – The Dos and Don’ts of Prayer

Fresh Start Christian Church
Service Outline – April 11, 2021

Current Teaching Series: “Prayer is Essential”

Main Scripture: Matthew 6:5-7

“And when you pray, you shall not be like the hypocrites. For they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the corners of the streets, that they may be seen by men. Assuredly, I say to you, they have their reward. But you, when you pray, go into your room, and when you have shut your door, pray to your Father who is in the secret place; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly. And when you pray, do not use vain repetitions as the heathen do. For they think that they will be heard for their many words.

Facebook Service Link: https://www.facebook.com/250176265144307/videos/789611598339037 

Dos and Don’ts of Prayer – Matthew 6:5-8

  • Don’t pray to be seen, receive accolades from men, or to be recognized.
  • Do pray to be seen and heard by God
    • A private place of solitude with God (Psalm 91)
  • Don’t use vein meaningless repetitions or empty phrases when you pray.
  • Do pray prayers that are “heartfelt”.

The Model Prayer – Matthew 6:9-15
Jesus’ instruction regarding how to pray (Luke 11:1-4).

  • Our prayers should focus on God first (v.9-10)
  • Prayer is about our relationship with God.
    • “Our Father in Heaven”
      • In Heaven 
        • El Elyon – The Most High God
        • Elohim – The Creator God
        • El Shaddai – God Almighty
      • Our Father – Father/Child Relationship
        • Ephesians 1:5, 19

Announcements:

Sunday Worship Service will broadcast Live on Facebook every Sunday at 10:30 am. There will also be a virtual fellowship via Zoom after service.

FSCC App: easytithe.ministryone.com/landing/rRgG

Youth & Young Adult Ministry: Evening Prayer, Sunday, April 18, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. 

Financial Peace University: Thursday, April 15, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.  Meeting link and assignments will be sent via email weekly.

Griffin Toastmasters is held the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Please email freshstartccga@gmail.com if you would like to attend. The next meeting is April 13, 2021.

Monthly Corporate Prayer: Saturday, May 1, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. Prayer link will be sent via email monthly.

Group Book Reading & Review: Pathways by Tony Evans Thursday, April 29, 2021 through June 3, 2021 from 7-8:30 pm EST. Thursday April 15th is the deadline to reserve your book.

There is no cost to participate in the small group study. Your materials will be mailed to you. If you are interested in joining the small group study and/or would like to invite a friend or family member to the small group, please complete the Pathways small group form. 

Pathways Small Group Form: https://forms.gle/LxJZqxiV9d9nX5G7A

Youth & Young Adult Group Book Reading & Review: Elijah by Priscilla Shirer Sunday, April 25, 2021 through June 6, 2021 from 6:30-8:00 pm EST. Thursday April 15th is the deadline to reserve your book.

There is no cost to participate in the small group study. Your materials will be mailed to you. If you are interested in joining the small group study and/or would like to invite a friend or family member to the small group, please complete the Elijah small group form. 

Elijah Small Group Form: https://forms.gle/GGdqfFpoY3Vh6Bwy5

Virtual Summer Music Camp: Music, dance and arts &  crafts, Ages: 5-18 , June 7, 2021 through June 11, 2021. Performance June 12 or 13, 2021. Save the date!

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