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