How to Pray for God’s Will (1 Sam 23.21)
How do we seek God’s will through prayer? How do we keep our own biases and desires out of the way? Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he explores this prayer from First Samuel.
Seeking answers from God (1 Sam 23.2, 4, 10–11)
If we are trying to follow God’s will, how do we know that we are? How do we know that what we think God wants us is truly what he wants? Dr. Mark McDowell as he explorer this prayer from first Samuel, and how it might address some of these issues for us in our prayer life.
Offering Unpopular Prayers (1 Sam 22.10, 13, 16)
Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he studies this prayer by a priest that cost him his life in First Samuel 22. What can we learn about offering a bold prayer, an unpopular prayer, or a prayer that we might be criticized for?
When God’s Answers Seem Wrong to Us (1 Sam 20.13, 16)
Sometimes when we pray for things, God does not answer or we get something different then we asked for. What should be our approach in such situations? Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he explore this passage from first Samuel which addresses these issues.
Is it possible to pray too rashly? (1 Sam 14.41)
The prayer in 1 Samuel reflects Saul’s reckless leadership and reliance on casting lots for guidance, highlighting his flawed decision-making. Jonathan’s better grasp of command is evident in his actions during a battle. Saul’s rashness is further demonstrated through his fasting order and vow to kill the wrongdoer, revealing his ill-conceived decisions as a king of Israel.
How to Find Your Role Through prayer (1 Sam 12.8, 10, 17, 18, 19, 23)
How do we know what role we should play in our church community, family, work, or other situation? Often we might think it is about our talents and experience. But is that always true? Join Dr. Markus McDowell as he explores this issue through this prayer from First Samuel.
Can We Find God’s Will in Prayer? (1 Sam 10.22)
We know that God sometimes grant our wishes, even when he knows it is not for the best. But how do we determine his will? Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he explores this prayer from 1 Samuel, which explores these issues.
Does God Indulge Us Sometimes When It Is Not Best? (1 Sam 8.6)
It might be surprising, but sometimes God gives us things we beg for because he loves us, and not because they are good for us. Join Dr. Mark McDowell in the study of just such a prayer from First Samuel.
How to Offer a Prayer of Confession and Repentance (1 Samuel 7.5-9)
We don’t often pray prayers of confession and repentance. But if we are in a genuine relationship with God, they should be part of our prayer life. Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he explore this prayer in 1 Samuel 7.
Attitude Check: Are Our Prayers Selfish? (1 Sam 3.17)
We don’t pray curse prayers very often in modern times, but perhaps our prayers are still focused on ourselves with negative implications for others. Join Dr. Mark McDowell as he examines this prayer of cursing from first Samuel.