I. Verse 12: Boldness in access and confidence A. Introduction: B. The Prayer itself (Ephesians 3:14-19) Paul's ‘high priestly' prayer. C. Access 1. Boldness (free speech) 2. Confidence (trust) D. Two keys to confidence from the text 1. in Christ 2. the faith of Him a. Because Christ is faithful, you can be confident! E. 1 John 5:14-15: 1. know God's Word so that you might know His will and thus pray more confidently.
II. Verse 13: Do not lose heart A. Paul's imprisonment might have caused the church to lose heart B. We often lose heart when “bad” things happen C. Rather, we should glory in tribulation D. Hebrews 10:35-39: You have need of endurance
III. Verse 14: For this reason A. I bow my knees – not posture, but humility and reverence B. To the Father – face to face with God – your Father – your Abba
IV. Application A. Clear the hindrances to confidence in prayer B. Pray the Scripture C. Pray. Pray corporately – a special call to men (1 Tim 2:8) D. Pray despite your circumstances and mood – recognize Satan's devices. Preach the Gospel to yourself and pray!
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A native of New York, Pastor LoSardo was saved by the grace of God in 1986 after hearing the Gospel from his brother, while pursuing a career in scientific research. He was ordained into the ministry in 1995 and served as the Associate Pastor of a large Messianic Congregation...
