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Pray for Us

Text: Thes. 3:1-2
2 July 2011

REVIEW

1. Chapter 1

a. Commendation

b. Counted worthy of our calling

c. Future concerns

i. Judgment

ii. Glorifying of the Lord’s name

2. Chapter 2

a. The need to have a strong mindset

b. The present and future apostasy

i. Lawlessness The coming of the lawless one

c. The need to stand fast

PAUL’S STRONG APPEAL FOR PRAYER SUPPORT

Finally, brethren, pray for us…
2 Thes.

1. The context of Spiritual warfare / Hindrances

a. Opposition from enemies          (2 Thes. 3:2)

b. Growing apostasy          (2 Thes. 2:7)

2. Appealing to a strong sense of brotherhood

Beloved, brethren…
1 Thes. 1:4,

Brethren…
1 Thes. 2:1, 2:17, 2 Thes. 2:13,15

3. Faith to see that prayer support of others makes a big difference

Cf. 2 Cor. 1:11, 1 Thes. 5:25

4. Manner of giving prayer support

a. Praying with continuity

b. Praying with depth of concern PURPOSE IN PRAYER SUPPORT

1. To spread the word of God

That the word of God may run swiftly and be glorified, just as it is with you…
2 Thes. 3:1

2. To ask for Deliverance

And that we may be delivered front inweasonable and wicked men; for not all have faith.
2 They. 3:2

QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSIONS

1. Do you have the faith and humility to ask for prayer support?

2. Do you have a sense of purpose in prayer?

3. What would you ask people to play for you?