Week 3 — O: Ongoing Conversation (Prayer)

Theme: Talking with God, not just to God

Key Scriptures:

• Matthew 6:9-13

• Philippians 4:6-7

• 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Big Truth: Prayer is a relationship, not a ritual.

Teaching:

• Breaking intimidation around prayer

• Using the Lord's Prayer as a model

• Listening as part of prayer

Discussion Questions:

  1. What do you find easiest/hardest about prayer?

  2. When do you feel closest to God?

  3. What would change if prayer became a daily rhythm?

Practice for the Week:

• Try a simple daily pattern: Thank – Ask – Listen or ACTS - Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication

• Set aside 5–10 minutes each day