Prayer Ministry
Training Manual A training course which introduces the practice of prayer ministry Sandy Millar
Prayer Ministry Training Manual Š 1999, Alpha International, Holy Trinity Brompton, Brompton Road, London SW7 1JA, UK All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopy, recording or any information storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the publisher. Published in North America by Alpha North America, 74 Trinity Place, New York, NY 10006 ISBN: 1-931808-66X 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Printing/Year 09 08 07 06 05
Contents Page Session 1
Theology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Session 2
A Basic Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Session 3
Building on the Basic Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Session 1
THEOLOGY
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Introduction • This course teaches one particular model for prayer ministry • It assumes no prior knowledge • John Wimber visit in 1982
1. Theology Introducing anything new into church life requires three things: theology, a model and a practice. a) Jesus’ ministry Mark 1:15 The kingdom of God The now and the not yet Luke 4:18–19 Luke 4:40 Mark 1:40–41 b) The Twelve Luke 9:1–2, 6 The nature of power and authority
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c) The 72 others Luke 10:1–2, 8–9, 17–20 d) The Great Commission Matthew 28:16–20 “… teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.” e) Paul’s testimony Romans 15:17–19 • It is the ministry of Christ not “our” ministry • We get to play a part in God’s work • The compassion of Jesus Brompton Hospital healing The secret of ministry is not skill or experience but obedience.
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Session 2
A BASIC MODEL
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Introduction – values are what hold us together
1. Model Values a) The ministry of the Holy Spirit • Co-operation with God • Exodus 14:10, 15-16, 21-22 Preparation spiritual repentance faith power physical washing hands, nails “ministry mints” teeth dress • When we ask the Holy Spirit, He comes
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• Because it is the Holy Spirit’s ministry we go for simplicity and truthfulness in all aspects of our prayers for people—no eccentricities • The branch must look principally at the vine and not the fruit—our function is to stay close to Jesus John 15:1-5 Luke 10:17-20 - our relationship with Jesus is the key
b) Biblical authority • The Spirit of God and the written word of God never conflict • The truth sets us free John 8:32 • Build on biblical truths and promises God’ s love Isaiah 30:18 John 3:16 Repentance Psalm 51 1 John 1:9
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“Prayer MinistryTraining is a vital tool for equipping your church in this significant ministry.” NICKY GUMBEL Prayer is communicating with God and is central both for the individual and the church’s relationship with God.While many Christians are aware of the importance of praying for one another, many have had no real experience of corporate or individual prayer. The Prayer Ministry Training Course is for anyone who wants to learn how to give and receive in this crucial area of ministry.The course was developed at Holy Trinity Brompton in London to train existing home group leaders and members to pray for people in a home and church environment. The course consists of three sections, which cover the theology of prayer ministry and suggest a simple model for anyone unfamiliar with this type of ministry.The following issues are covered: • Helping someone become a Christian • Praying for someone to be filled with the Holy Spirit • Praying for healing • Listening to God
Sandy Millar practiced as a lawyer for 10 years before being ordained into the Church of England. He joined the staff of Holy Trinity Brompton as curate in 1976, becoming Vicar in 1985. He is married to Annette and they have four children.
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