The Necessity of Prayer in Ministry

The Necessity of Prayer – we need to pray for ourselves and especially for preachers and teachers

The Difficulty of Prayer – prayer is difficult because we have an enemy, indwelling sin, weak bodies and great needs

The Particularity of Prayer – we learn from Paul that prayer ought to be particular and organized

The Balance of Prayer – Paul has the right balance between prayer and action, prayer and submission

The Motivation of Prayer – Paul urges them to pray for the glory of Christ and driven by love the Spirit engenders