Bible Study Need Advice on How to Give Prayer

[Jax]

Hey all,

Two years ago, when I was a member of the Baptist Student Union at college, I was asked give the final prayer to close a bible study group session. I froze up! I didn't know what to say or how to say it. All I could do was remember some of the prayer requests that a few had volunteered and spitted something out, but other than that, i didn't know how to give a prayer out loud in front of a group. I felt embarrassed.

The fear of being called on to do this again haunted me and I lost interest in returning to the group cause I didn't want to make a total fool out of myself. Well, I just joined a new church and I'm attending bible studies in the singles and college ministries. I'm affraid of going through this again.

Can any of you please give me an outline of what to say or any ideas of what to say when giving prayer to a group? I'm not the best at thinking on my feet in front of a large group, so I'd like to be better prepared...just in case.

Thanx in advance for your help!

 

[Blessed]

Public prayer can be intimidating so you are not alone.

When I pray in front of people I remove myself from their presence in my mind's eye and walk into a room where He dwells. I picture myself talking to Him as I would if He were in front of me now. I talk to Him just as I would my father. I don't use flowery words. I just speak from the heart. I acknowledge His blessings in my life. Ask forgiveness for my wrong doings and then approach Him with the needs on my heart and those around me. I end with thankfulness again.

His is Your Father. Speaking to Him no matter where you are should never be a burden. It is hard, but just keep in mind... He needs to hear you raise your voice and He will give you the strength and calmness to do it.

(oh and it doesn't have to be long to say what you want. : )