Kingdom Prayer
Course Description
God has called us to partner with Him to expand the Kingdom, more than anything else we do, that happens through our prayer life. This course will look at the authority God has given the believer, and how to use that authority in prayer. Students will be equipped to pray, not only for themselves, but to impact the culture around them.
The course consists of 8 sessions, each session including a video and corresponding course notes. After each session the student will complete a 15 question quiz. Each quiz must be completed before moving onto the next session.
Recommended Reading
Authority in Prayer, Dutch Sheets
 Coming Summer 2025!
Session Overview
Session 1: The Essential Element of Discipleship
This lecture on Kingdom Prayer emphasizes the significance of prayer in developing intimacy with God, enhancing evangelism, providing direction in ministry, and serving as a weapon in spiritual warfare. Students will explore the multifaceted nature of prayer and its essential role in the life of a disciple.
Session 2: Eight Types of Communication with God
This lesson focuses on the eight distinct types of prayer as outlined in Scripture, emphasizing their definitions, biblical examples, and applications in the life of believers. Students will gain a deeper understanding of how to engage in various forms of prayer to enrich their spiritual journey.
Session 3: The Power Behind Prayer
This lesson explores the critical role of faith in prayer, emphasizing that faith must be directed towards God and accompanied by obedience to His Word. Students will learn how faith acts as a precursor to answered prayer and how it empowers believers to expect miracles in their lives.
Session 4: Authority in Prayer
This lesson focuses on the authority believers have in prayer, emphasizing the importance of free will, the role of government, and the power of prayer. Students will learn how to effectively exercise their authority in Christ to influence their lives and the world around them.
Session 5: Man’s Authority on Earth
In this lesson, we explore the concept of authority granted to mankind by God, examining biblical examples and teachings that illustrate our role in governing creation through prayer and action. We will discuss how understanding this authority can empower believers to fulfill God’s purposes on earth.
Session 6: The Authority of the Church
This lesson explores the authority given to the church by Jesus Christ, emphasizing the role of believers as representatives of God’s kingdom on earth. It examines the biblical understanding of the church as an assembly for governance and the implications of the Great Commission in cultural transformation.
Session 7: Intercessory Prayer
This lesson explores the concept of spiritual birthing through traveling intercessory prayer, emphasizing the role of the Holy Spirit and the process of bringing new life through prayer. Key biblical passages provide a foundation for understanding the metaphor of labor in spiritual contexts.
Session 8: Lessons from the 1st Century Church
This lesson examines the prayer practices of the first century church, highlighting their commitment to prayer, the power of praying in Jesus’ name, and how they overcame persecution through corporate prayer. Students will learn how these principles can be applied to enhance their spiritual lives today.
