The Good Fight | Week 4 | 1 Timothy | Start With Prayer | Pastor Ryan DeFrain
Discussion Questions
- Why do you think Paul places prayer as the “first priority” for the church?
How does this challenge the way we often approach prayer in our daily lives? - Paul encourages believers to pray for everyone—including enemies and leaders.
Who are some people in your life that may be difficult to pray for? Why? - The sermon emphasized praying for open doors and open hearts for the gospel.
What might that look like practically in your workplace, school, or family? - God desires that all people be saved, yet people still must choose to respond to the gospel.
How does this truth shape the way we pray for those who don’t know Christ? - Prayer and action go together—pray and then be willing to share the gospel.
Who is one person you can begin praying for this week, and how might God use you in their life?
Notable Quotes
“Prayer is not meant to be our last resort; it is meant to be our first response.”
“The message of the gospel is exclusive—there is one way to salvation—but the reach of the gospel is inclusive, because that way is available to everyone.”
“Because no one is beyond the reach of the gospel, we will be a church committed to praying for everyone.”