The Prayer of Faith

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The Prayer of Faith

• James 513-20
• Page 1216

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1. Praying for yourself (13)
2. Praying by the elders (1415)
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Thinking about healing

• Supernatural activity doesnt prove God is at
  work
• "Not everyone who says to me, 'Lord, Lord,' will
  enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does
  the will of my Father who is in heaven. Many will
  say to me on that day, 'Lord, Lord, did we not
  prophesy in your name, and in your name drive out
  demons and perform many miracles?' Then I will
  tell them plainly, 'I never knew you. Away from
  me, you evildoers!' (Matt 721-23)

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Thinking about healing

• Supernatural activity doesnt prove God is at
  work
• However, we should avoid being anti-supernatural
  or excessively cynical
• Claims to healings can be a spur to prayer, faith
  and ensuring our practice is biblical.

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2. Praying by the elders (14-15)

• is initiated by the sick person
• is accompanied by laying on of hands and
  anointing with oil
• is offered in the name of the Lord (Jesus)
• will bring healing if offered in faith
• is accompanied by confession of sin

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1. Praying for yourself (13)
2. Praying by the elders (1415)
3. Praying for one another (16a)
4. An inspiring example (16-18)
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Conclusion a ministry of restoration (19-20)