Disciples Pray in Jesus’ Name
Big Truth:
Disciples Pray in Jesus' Name
Romans 8:34; Hebrews 7:25; 1 John 2:1; John 1:12-13; 1 John 5:13-15; John 15:11; 16:24
Bible Verse:
In that day you will ask nothing of me. Truly, truly, I say to you, whatever you ask of the Father in my name, He will give it to you. Until now you have asked nothing in my name. Ask, and you will receive, that your joy may be full.
Big Ideas:
- We pray in Jesus’ name because He is our advocate before the Father.
- We pray in Jesus’ name to submit to God and His purposes.
- We pray in Jesus’ name so that our joy may be full in Him.
Bible Passage:
John 14:12-13; 16:23-24; 17:9-13Influence:
FOCUS: Living in Pursuit
SERIES: Disciple
This series is an overview of what is looks like to be a disciple, following Jesus and calling others to follow Him as well, in the everyday aspects of life. This series includes a few shorter threads of weeks walking through the disciple’s relationship to God’s Word, to prayer, and to the Trinity.
Every student should know:
- Jesus is the only source of life.
- God’s Word is authoritative and applicable for all of life.
- To follow Jesus is to pursue a life of sacrifice and surrender.
Every student should strive to:
- Read through the gospel of John.
- Memorize the Bible verse each week.
- Implement regular rhythms of prayer and fasting throughout the semester.
Every student should feel:
- Thankful for the triune God who is worthy.
- Convicted of how deception has led them to disobedience.
- Responsible to use their influence to live for Jesus alone.
Every student should want to:
- Pursue obedience even when faith is a struggle.
- Grow in living in step with the Holy Spirit.
- Live their lives to glorify God the Father.
