Series: Praying In Everything
Praying In Everything // Philippians 4:6-7 – Ryan Oakes
May 18, 2025 | Ryan Oakes
Philippians 4:6-7
- Paul isn’t denying the existence of worry, but teaching us how to respond to it through prayer.
Philippians 4:6b, “In everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.”
The WHEN of Prayer -> In Everything
- There is no aspect of your life that is of no concern to God.
- Prayer isn’t limited to quiet moments; it’s available in every moment.
Philippians 4:6b, “In everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.”
- Practical 1: By Prayer
- “Prayer is a way of being with and seeing God amidst the process of our moving through the world.” - Strahan Coleman.
- Prayer isn’t always about “being productive,” but giving God the opportunity to be known by us as He’s already allowed Himself to be known.
- Practical 2: By Supplication
- Supplication is to make specific, humble, and sincere requests of God.
- One Posture: Thanksgiving
- Thankfulness is the natural posture of grace.
Philippians 4:7, “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
The PROMISE of Prayer -> Peace that doesn't make sense
- God doesn't promise to give us what we ask for - He does something better, for He promises us peace.
- Peace is not about circumstances – it's about Christ, and prayer is our avenue into that peace.
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