Scriptural Focus – Matthew 21:18-22 “If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.” (Matthew 21:22) There are times when I feel like a out of (Mark 11:13) Excuse #1: It’s beyond my Excuse #2: It’s beyond my Jesus is emphasizing the of prayer PRAYER CHANGES ME Prayer will get me (Matt. 21:21) I can become a for God’s transforming power Prayer will grow my . It can transform my (2 Cor. 12:7-10) It can transform what is (Matthew 26:36-44) Prayer will give me (2 Cor. 4:7-18) When I open myself up to the of prayer, I will not be as I become a witness to the power of God at work through me. NOTES: How would you describe your season of life? How has this influenced your perception of how God can use you? Is there anything today that you feel unequipped to handle, a task that is beyond your ability, or a challenge seemingly beyond your strength? What motivates you to pray? How might your prayer habits change with the expectation that God will transform you through prayer? OTHER NOTES: