Jesus Stories – Part 6

Destiny Church sermons

November 3, 2024

• Luke 11:9-10
• Luke 11:5-6
• Luke 11:2-4
• Luke 11:7-8
• Hebrews 4:16
• Luke 11:11-13

The sermon by Pastor Gene focuses on the power of prayer, emphasizing three main lessons:

1. Ask with Confidence: Pastor Gene illustrates that God wants believers to approach Him boldly, using personal anecdotes (e.g., teaching his children to drive and stories of his kids’ late-night requests) to emphasize that God is never bothered by our prayers, no matter how small or significant they seem. Just as children approach their parents with confidence, believers should approach God with that same boldness.
2. Be Persistent: The sermon references a parable from Luke 11 about a man knocking on his neighbor’s door at midnight to request bread. Pastor Gene highlights that persistence in prayer is essential and should not be abandoned just because answers don’t come immediately. He warns against treating prayer like a casual knock and run, urging believers to stay persistent until God responds.
3. Seek God’s Character: He underscores that God’s nature is marked by mercy and compassion. Pastor Gene shares that Jesus describes God as a loving Father who delights in giving good gifts to His children, encouraging believers to trust in His goodness and seek Him wholeheartedly.

The sermon concludes with an invitation to surrender to Christ and trust in His power and compassion, urging believers to make prayer their first resort and approach God with a sincere heart.