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God has a global family of affection He calls a “house of prayer” (Isaiah 56:7). Every believer is a unique “living stone” in the house. Prayer is a way we communicate with God in our love relationship with him that flows out of the house to the community around us.

Uniting in Prayer

Dear Lord, thank you for the power of your Spirit at work in our nation today. As followers of Jesus, continue to use us as vessels of salvation, healing and restoration in the lives of people you put on our path. In Jesus’ name we pray, amen.

Let’s also pray for:

  • Good Friday and Easter services at our campuses (John 11:25).

  • Deeper revelation of Jesus in light of the Passover story (Exodus 12).

  • Marriages and families in need of forgiveness and restoration (Colossians 1:13-14).

  • Ways to reach out to our friends and neighbors with God’s love (1 John 4:7).

Getting Equipped

We’re here to help you grow in prayer and learn to equip others.

Every believer is a living stone in God’s house of prayer. “Teach Us to Pray” is for groups, families, or friends who want to discover their unique purpose in prayer, want to overcome common obstacles to a thriving prayer life, and want to learn to hear God’s voice. In this 6-session interactive experience, you’ll grow together and help others grow in prayer too.

Session 1


Session 2

Session 3

Session 4

Session 5

Session 6

Questions? Email prayer@wooddale.org for help and additional resources.

No matter how mature we are as believers, the spiritual battle each day is real and persistent. In the “Victorious Prayer” training, you’ll learn five prayer power tools to help you live in victory. This study works great in pairs or in a group setting.

To learn more or request FREE copies of the booklet, please email prayer@wooddale.org.

Praying as a Family

God made each of your kids to be unique. They will relate to God differently depending on things like interests, personality, spiritual gifts and life experiences. Take some time as a family this month to discuss these questions:

  1. What is your favorite way to talk with God?
  2. When is the last time you knew God answered a prayer or was at work in our family?
  3. When it’s hard to pray or hear from God, why do you think that is?
  4. How can our family best support the different ways God made us to pray?

If your family could use some practical help in developing a thriving prayer life, click on the button below to get started.

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