Christian Prayer

Question 1

Aims of prayer

Answer 1

.Adoration
.Confession
.Thanksgiving
.Supplication
.Intercession

Question 2

Supplication

Answer 2

Asking Gd for something (usually for oneself). A Christian might ask Gd for something quite general or specific.

Question 3

Intercession

Answer 3

Asking Gd for help on behalf of someone else. As well as asking Gd for things for themselves, Christians will intercede on behalf of others.

Question 4

Set prayer?

Answer 4

A set prayer is a prayer that has been written down (or, at least, is fixed) and has been said or more than one occasion.

Question 5

Informal prayer

Answer 5

An informal prayer is a prayer that is made up by an individual as they go along, using their own words.

Question 6

Advantages of set prayers

Answer 6

.finding the right words
.The come form authoritative sources e.g Jesus
.Repetition - reinforces messages

Question 7

Advantages of informal prayers

Answer 7

.Saying exactly what is on your mind
.Conversation should be personal and spontaneous
.It is more meaningful to use your own words

Question 8

Who taught the lords prayer

Answer 8

Je sus

Question 9

Importance of Lords prayer

Answer 9

.Jesus tough it
.Perfect example on how to pray
.Summary of the christian faith
.bring people together