2015-10-7 Change Your World Through Prayer

First Assembly Memphis Podcast

Summary

Dr. Tom Lindberg delivers a comprehensive sermon on prayer, exploring its power, structure, and effectiveness. He provides a detailed guide on how to pray effectively, emphasizing specific techniques to connect with God, overcome spiritual obstacles, and transform one's personal world through persistent, focused prayer.

Key Points

• 🙏 Prayer Defined: Essentially "visiting with your Father", involving communication, listening, and connection with God
• 🌈 Five Prayer Types: Worship, Praise, Confession, Intercession, and Petition - each playing a crucial role in spiritual health
• 🚫 Six "Prayer Killers": Sinfulness, Selfishness, Greediness, Unforgiveness, Unkindness, and Faithlessness can block effective prayer
• 🎯 Four Components of Effective Prayer:1. Make prayers specific2. Pray with earnestness3. Be persistent4. Fill prayers with God's promises
• 💡 Prayer Strategy: Spend 65% of prayer time claiming God's promises, 35% discussing personal problems
• 🌟 Spiritual Transformation: Prayer can change individual lives and broader circumstances when approached with genuine faith and commitment
• 🤝 Missional Approach: Prayer is critical for missions, alongside willingness to go and give
• 🕊️ Personal Testimony: Dr. Lindberg shares personal experiences of long-term prayer and witnessing its transformative power

The sermon ultimately encourages believers to develop a robust, consistent prayer life focused on connection, promise-claiming, and spiritual growth.

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Timestamped Overview

00:00:00 - 00:08:11

• Introduction to the Series: Dr. Tom Lindberg introduces the message series on the prophet Daniel, highlighting Daniel’s significance in the Bible.
• Review of Previous Teachings: - Chapter 1: Lessons on standing firm in uncertainty and maintaining purity in a corrupt culture.- Chapter 2: Discussed how to respond to life-threatening crises.- Chapter 4: Focused on handling successes and blessings.
• Current Topic: The focus today will be on Daniel in the lion's den and the power of prayer that saved him.

00:08:12 - 00:08:43

• The Importance of Prayer: Emphasizes that while not everyone can be a president or wealthy, everyone has the ability to pray, which can significantly change the world.

00:08:44 - 00:09:29

• Definition of Prayer: Dr. Lindberg defines prayer as "visiting with your father," emphasizing a personal and intimate communication with God.

00:09:30 - 00:14:10

• Five Types of Prayer: Introduced the five major types of prayer:1. Worship: Thanking God for who He is.2. Praise: Thanking God for what He has done.3. Confession: Acknowledging one's sins and weaknesses.4. Intercession: Praying for others.5. Petition: Praying for oneself.
• Encouragement to Examine Prayer Life: Listeners are encouraged to evaluate their prayer habits.

00:14:11 - 00:14:56

• Health Analogy: Compares prayer to a balanced diet, emphasizing the need for balance in different types of prayer.

00:14:57 - 00:22:33

• Prayer Killers: Discusses six things that hinder prayer:1. Sinfulness2. Selfishness3. Greediness4. Unforgiveness5. Unkindness6. Faithlessness
• Call to Action: Encourages listeners to identify and remove these "prayer killers" from their lives.

00:22:34 - 00:28:40

• How to Pray Effectively: - Specificity: Make prayers specific and focused.- Earnestness: Pray with deep intention and seriousness.- Persistence: Continue praying even when answers seem delayed.

00:28:41 - 00:31:55

• Filling Prayers with God's Promises: Encourage listeners to fill prayers with biblical promises, sharing that 65% of his prayer time focuses on God's promises and 35% on personal problems.

00:31:56 - 00:36:39

• Invitation to Faith: Discusses the importance of having faith in God for peace and salvation, inviting listeners to put their faith in Jesus Christ.

Conclusion

• Final Encouragement: Dr. Lindberg wraps up the message encouraging a deeper prayer life that is specific, earnest, persistent, and anchored in God's promises, while also inviting those who wish to know God personally to take a step of faith.Timecode Stamped Topics

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Description for Video

Welcome to another enlightening episode of our podcast, where we delve into the profound teachings of the prophet Daniel with Dr. Tom Lindberg. In this week’s episode, we explore the transformative power of prayer, drawing inspiration from Daniel’s remarkable journey through trials and triumphs. Daniel, a pivotal figure in biblical history, faced life-and-death challenges that resonate with the struggles many of us encounter today. From navigating a corrupt political landscape to maintaining faith in a foreign land, Daniel’s life is a testament to resilience and divine intervention.

Join Dr. Lindberg as he takes us through the intricate lessons embedded in Daniel’s story, focusing specifically on the pivotal moment when Daniel finds himself in the lion's den. It’s a story of unwavering faith, but more importantly, it’s about the power of prayer that saved him. Dr. Lindberg discusses how we can change our world through prayer, emphasizing that anyone can pray, regardless of their status or resources. This episode breaks down the essence of prayer to its core: a heartfelt visit with your Father.

Through this engaging and practical teaching, Dr. Lindberg outlines key components to enrich our prayer lives—being specific, earnest, persistent, and grounded in God’s promises. Listeners will gain insight into how to structure their prayers for better alignment with God's will and to see tangible results. Drawing parallels to real-life scenarios and personal stories, he also highlights the importance of community and intercession, encouraging listeners to engage earnestly in prayer for both themselves and others.

Whether you’re familiar with the story of Daniel or hearing it for the first time, this episode is packed with wisdom and encouragement to enrich your spiritual journey. Tune in as we uncover how prayer can be a powerful tool for change, not just in our own lives but in the world around us. Join us, and let’s discover together how to cultivate a vibrant prayer life that leads to divine intervention and profound transformation.

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ARTICLE ABOUT SERMON

🌟 Unlocking the Transformative Power of Prayer 🙏

Have you ever felt the weight of the world on your shoulders? Or found yourself at a crossroads, unsure of which path to take? In those moments, the answer might lie in something simple yet profound: prayer.

This week, I had the privilege of listening to Dr. Tom Lindberg's powerful sermon on the essence of prayer. His words echoed in my mind, stirring a passion within me to re-examine how I connect with the divine.

👉 What did I learn?

Prayer isn’t just a ritual; it’s an intimate visit with your Father. It’s about communication, listening, and forging a deeper relationship with God. Dr. Lindberg breaks down prayer into five essential types: Worship, Praise, Confession, Intercession, and Petition. Each one serves a unique purpose in nurturing our spiritual health.

But beware! There are six "Prayer Killers" that can suffocate our spiritual growth: Sinfulness, Selfishness, Greediness, Unforgiveness, Unkindness, and Faithlessness. These obstacles can block our path to effective prayer, making it imperative to identify and overcome them.

🔑 Dr. Lindberg’s Four Components of Effective Prayer:

• Make prayers specific.
• Pray with earnestness.
• Be persistent.
• Fill your prayers with God's promises.

His strategy? Spend 65% of your prayer time claiming those promises. The remaining 35%? Discuss your personal struggles.

✨ Why does this matter? Because prayer has the power to transform lives and reshape circumstances. It’s not simply about asking; it’s about believing in the power of connection.

Dr. Lindberg’s personal testimony of long-term prayer showcased its incredible impact. He reminded us that prayer isn’t just an individual endeavor—it's missional. It’s about being willing to go out, give, and make a difference in the world.

As we embark on this journey of prayer, let’s commit to developing a robust, consistent prayer life. Let’s focus on connection, promise-claiming, and ultimately, spiritual growth.

Are you ready to embrace the transformative power of prayer? 💡 Let’s connect and share our journeys!

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