THE PRAYER LIFE OF JESUS

-Jesus was always praying, in times of happy or sorrowful
-why Jesus pray all the time.. its how we can connect with God

Hebrews 5:7
luke 18:7
acts 4:24,31
*there's nothing as great as prayer

*the secret to enjoy praying is mediation
   -mediating on God's word
   -remembering the scriptures and pray using them

don't be sad or ashamed of what you are weak at for God will use them for His glory

PRAYER IN TROUBLED TIMES

knowing God's name is being close to prayer

what to do when we are in the mist of challenges...how shall we pray
1. be honest

-God knows what we need even before we ask
   -negative words are more harmful than swords and guns
         -words hurt deeper

-David was rejected by his own ppl, but David called upon God in Psalm
   -Johovah - I am who I am

-God reveals Himself as merciful, gracious, long-suffering and abounding in goodness and truth

2. be focused

-David turned his focus on the Lord
   -shield is the image of protection and refuge

 -David is confident cos he took refuge in God
   *God i always near to those who calls upon Him

3. trust

 -prayer is absolute trust in God who will protect and fight for us

4. expect

-expect God to do what is consistent to His nature and character