Bishop David O Books Flashcards
We are often deceived by certain religious beliefs and acts. Regarding prayer, what is one of them?
The use of many words
What does it mean to “tarry” in the bible?
To intentionally wait for an expected event.
What are synonyms of tarry?
To wait, to linger, and delay.
What does Matthew 6:7-8 say about when ye pray?
But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking. Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him. -Matthew 6:7-8
Effectual prayer is not in many words. Only what types of words grant you audience before God?
MEANINGFUL words
How can you pray with accuracy and precision so that God can hear you?
God hears you when you pray with target words; words that are shot as arrows that cannot miss their targets.
God welcomes you into his presence and is ready to intervene in your affairs when you come with what?
When you come with a: 1. Thankful heart 2. Attitude of worship
What does bishop say is the first step in effectual communication if you want to get God’s attention?
The first step is to approach the throne of grace in worship.
Who determines whether your prayer gets answered or not, and how is this possible?
You, not God, because: His side is settledHe is constant, man is the variableGod = Man =
What does Psalm 100:2,4 say?
“Serve the Lord with gladness: come before his presence in singing. Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: Be thankful unto him, and bless his name.” -Psalm 100:2,4
What is the ultimate goal in prayer and why?
Provoking God’s presence is our ultimate goal in prayer. Because that is the best way to secure his intervention in your case.
What does praise prove?
Praise is proof that you acknowledge his sovereignty in your personal affairs and that of the universe.
When you view God as your helper, what does that do for you?
Grants you unlimited access into God’s presence, where communication flows with ease, and answers are guaranteed.
What should your state of mind be when approaching the throne room of God in prayer and what is the analogy?
A relaxed state of mind: this is the “area code” of heaven, without which your call will never get through.
Why is it important to be in a relaxed state of mind?
When you are in a relaxed state of mind, you are BOLD. Hebrews 4:16 says, “Let us come BOLDLY.”
In the New Testament order, the sin offering represents what?
The renewing of your covenant position with God through consecration.
What is the “stone” in Matthew 21:42?
THe “stone” is Jesus, and He is the Word of God.
What does Matthew 21:42-44 say about the “stone?”
“And whosoever shall fall on this stone shall be broken, but whomsoever it shall fall, it will grind him to powder.” -Matthew 21:42-44
Vain repetitions and idle words are the reason for what?
The reason many remain in prayers for many days, and still come out without results.
Prayer is not just saying something, it is saying…?
…the right thing.
What was Bishop O’s point about Elijah’s prayer in 1 Kings 18:36-37, and what was the result?
Elijah’s prayer was short, sharp, and straight to the point, and the result was instant answer!
Personal thought: How should I prepare my prayers?
Write them out like a letter to God, a heartfelt message, aligned with His Truth from the Word. With this, you are justified before Him and are sure to have your prayers answered.
When we pray, it is not about how loud we pray. What is it about?
How genuinely we call from “the deep” that matters.
Bishop O suggests you must pray from the depth of your soul, as though, what?
…as though travailing for your only son.
