Randy Thornton
Multiply Pastor
The roots of Prayer Walking run deep at Grace Church – it’s a part of our DNA. Imagine filling the city with Jesus in this way.
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Sermon Summary
As we continue to press into our series on city renewal, it’s good to pause and think about concrete ways that we can affect our community – our city – for the Kingdom of God. There are, of course, many great ways: service projects, neighborhood barbecues that lead to neighborhood Bible studies, volunteering at the local school…as many ways as there are creative people. But maybe there’s a way that’s even more concrete than these, a way you may not have considered before: Prayer Walking. The roots of Prayer Walking run deep at Grace Church – it’s a part of our DNA. Imagine you or your group walking in the city, praying for the people, places, or situations you encounter; continuing the ongoing, powerful work of the Kingdom through Grace.
Scripture References from the Sermon
- Acts 19:15
- Genesis 3:8
- Matthew 28:18-19
- Joshua 1:2-3
- Ephesians 6:18
- Mark 1:35
- Matthew 9:36-38
- 2 Corinthians 4:4
- 2 Corinthians 10:3-5
- Romans 1:16
- Acts 4:31
- James 5:16
- Matthew 17:20-21
Discussion Questions
- Read Acts 19:15. What does this verse mean to you? Is your name known in both heaven and hell?
- How is your walk with God? Is it compelling you to go out into the world to be part of filling your city with Jesus? If so, what does that look like for you? If not, what would that look like for you?
- Is prayer walking part of your life? Is it something that you desire to do? Can anyone share an experience from prayer walking?
- Read Matthew 9:35-38. Note 5 things: What Jesus was doing, who He was ministering to, how He felt, why He felt that way, and His response. Discuss: What is our default response when you encounter people like Jesus encountered: “the people of the towns and villages”?
- Why does Jesus ask us to pray for workers to be sent into the harvest field?
- Pastor Randy talked about strongholds and spiritual warfare. In what ways are you actively engaging in the spiritual battle over your heart, the hearts of your family members, or the hearts of your city? Can prayer change Satan’s control over people, marriages, businesses, etc.?
Practical Steps for Prayer Walking
- Choose a Location
- Pray with Purpose
- Stay Open
- Pray Scripture
- Be Consistent
- Invite Others
To learn more about prayer walking, check out our Guide to Prayer Walking.