Good Shepherd Barrhaven Sermon Stream

For many Christians, prayer is one of the hardest parts of faith. Yet, Jesus repeatedly tells us how important it is. How do we keep up a good prayer life, when it presents obstacles? In this sermon, Fr. Stephen reflects on what attitudes can make our prayer more meaningful and effective, as well as some practical tips on how to pray.Scripture reference: Luke 11:1-11Preached on the 7th Sunday after Pentecost, July 28, 2019 by Rev. Stephen SilverthorneSermon HighlightsPrayer can often be difficult for ChristiansWe seem not to get what we pray forWe should be bold in our prayerThrough Jesus we are made God's childrenChildren have the right to expect their needs are met by parentsWe have right to expect God will listen to our needsWe should be humble and trusting in prayerLord's Prayer starts with acknowledgment that God's will is bestWe pray with humility that God can say no when request is wrongWe pray with trust that His answer is what is bestFurther InterestPray As You Go. A handy app and website with short