1. How we pray matters.
Ephesians 3:1; Ephesians 3:14-15; Ephesians 2:13-16
2. What we pray matters.
A. To the power of Christ’s .
Ephesians 3:16-17; John 15:5; Philippians 4:13
B. To the wonder of Christ’s .
i. His love is .
Ephesians 3:17
ii. His love is .
Ephesians 3:18
iii. His love is .
Ephesians 3:19
3. Why we pray matters.
Ephesians 3:19-21
MY NOTES:
SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS
DISCUSSION:
- Did you write down or think of anything from the message or passage, Ephesians 3:14-21, you would like to act upon?
- Read Ephesians 3:14. What do you think about kneeling, or posture in general, in prayer?
- Read v.15. A. Who is “every family in heaven and on earth”? B. What is the significance of this “family” being named from the Father?
- Take a look at vv. 16-19. A. What does Paul pray the Lord would do for the Ephesian church? B. What does Paul say is the goal of his prayer? C. Who is a person(s) you will pray for in a similar fashion this week?
- What is the difference between “comprehending” and “knowing” the love of Christ? B. How have you experienced that love?
- Read vv. 20-21. Here, Paul praises God for His power to answer our prayers. Considering Paul’s prayer for the Ephesians (vv.16-19), what should we also be asking God to do for us (i.e., what was Paul asking for in his prayer)? B. How does God answer our prayers? (Hint: What is the “power at work within us”?)
APPLICATION:
Given all the power that the Father has, we should each be expectant that He will do “far more abundantly” than we ask. Use this time as a group to proclaim how He has exceeded your expectations and desires, and encourage one another toward thankfulness and praise as you move into prayer.