Acts 12:1-19 CSB
- God hears and answers when the church prays (Vs.1-5)
- Prayer is an act of dependence and trust
- Prayer is an act of worship
- Prayer is an act of participating with God
- Prayer is about relationship with God
2. God does miracles when the church prays (Vs. 6-10)
- Doors are opened
- Lives are changed and needs are me
3. God encourages the church when the church prays (Vs. 11-17)
- Peter was encouraged (Vs. 11)
- The church was encouraged (Vs. 15-16)
- Peter’s experience encouraged the other disciples (Vs. 17)
4. God turns what was meant for evil for good when the church prays (Vs. 18-19)
“And we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose.” Romans 8:28 NASB