Ten Prayers God Always Says Yes To
Group Study Guide:
Introduction
Haven't you ever wondered, "Why are some of my prayers answered while some are not? How do I get God's attention? How do I get the divine “Yes”?
Ten Prayers God Always Says Yes To was written to help you find the answers to those tough questions; the Study Guide was written to help you make the answers an active, powerful part of your life. As you put God-given information into practice, you will go from information and motivation to transformation.
You may enjoy Ten Prayers God Always Says Yes To for your private study, of course, or you can also use the Study Guide , bring along some friends who are hungry for a new connection with God, and come on the spiritual adventure of a lifetime. You'll find it's more rewarding, and a lot more fun, to share this amazing experience with an enthusiastic group of fellow travelers.
And here is a big “plus”: Ten Prayers God always Says Yes To may be only the beginning of ongoing spiritual fellowship and growth for your group and for your church. When you've finished the Ten Prayers study, you'll be more experienced in prayer, deeper in faith, and ready to take on something new. Just ask your priest or pastor for suggestions and keep right on going!
Together, you can:
• Enjoy the excitement of new prayer perspectives that really work.
• Experience the fellowship and power of praying together.
• Strengthen and encourage one another.
• Receive help to overcome past failures, and share your new victories!
How to Prepare:
Every member of your Group should have Anthony DeStefano's book, Ten Prayers God Always Says Yes To . Be sure to read a full chapter before each session and, in the Study Guide, write down questions or comments about what you've read or what answers to prayer you've experienced as you gain new insights from the book.
Be sure you write down the answers to the questions in the Talk About This section, too. This will lead right into discussion and prayer at the Group meeting. This is the time and place to get ready for fun, for a little debate, and for sharing the new interactions with God you're experiencing in your lives. Don't feel pressured to cover all the Talk About This questions in one session. Choose the ones that create the most interest for your Group and begin with those. Enjoy!
How the Sessions Work:
Starting Off: |
A time to read the Scriptures and commentary that open each chapter |
Talk About This:
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A time to discuss your answers to the questions in the Talk About This section of the Guide, or to share any comments or questions you've brought along from your reading assignment. Some of the questions will have page numbers after them that correspond to the pages in the Ten Prayers book , so you can refresh your mind about that subject before you write out your answers. |
Action:
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A time to pray for one another's needs. If that makes you a little nervous or uncomfortable, relax! All you are doing in these prayers is talking to your friend, God. He doesn't need long, theological speeches; just keep it simple, short and real. For instance, “Please, Lord; you know how much Joe needs a job. We ask you to help find exactly the right one very soon. Amen.” That's all it takes for God to hear and answer.
This is the time to share your victories, too; a time to give God glory. As you go along, your answered prayers will encourage everyone in their faith, and that's what it's all about. (One reminder here: as you share and pray for one another, any personal matters revealed in the Group sessions stay in the Group! Building safety and trust is vital.) |
Closing Prayer:
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A written prayer you may pray together to end the session. |
Assignment:
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Usually this section will include the following:
1. Encouragement to keep practicing what you've learned in past sessions!
2. Reminders to be sure to read the next chapter in your Ten Prayers book.
3. Written comments, questions and answers to the Talk About This questions.
4. Encouragement to memorize the Scripture verse at the beginning of each session in the Guide—so you can mull it over during the week and watch your faith grow! Remember: Faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God.
(Romans 10:17) |
