Sermon prepared by the Holy Spirit &
Pastor Andrew T. Okai
Tenth Sunday after Pentecost
July 24th 2016
Sermon text: Luke 11:1-13
Sermon theme: Lord teach us how to pray

Introduction
In today’s gospel, our Lord teaches his disciples how to pray at their request. From his words today we want to also learn the act of prayer and how we can become more effective as we pray. I hope and pray that this message is a blessing to you.
Introductory notes

Sermon main points

Prayer is a relationship
Luke 11:2
a. God our heavenly father
b. Hallowed
c. Your kingdom come

Prayer is intended for daily provision
Luke 11:3
a. our heavenly Father provides
b. our heavenly Father provides daily needs
c. Bread, what does this mean?
d. Understanding the work of the Holy Spirit changes everything
1. he is God
2. he indwells us Romans 8:9-11
3. Convicts us; John 16:7-11
4. He sanctifies us; 1 Corinthians 6:11
5. He enables us; Roman 8:12-13
6. He strengthens us Ephesians 3:16,20
7. He keeps us; Ephesians 1:13
8. He develops us Galatians 5:22-26
9. He helps us in our prayers; Romans 8:26-27