Leading a Group in Prayer

Group prayer--we do it all the time, but how often have we explored its peculiar dynamics? We talk to God, but with others listening in and (sometimes) joining their thoughts to our words. It is an activity in which we are often more afraid of a human audience than the audience of the Almighty One. It is both intimate and very public. This 23-page collection of articles is designed to help anyone who ever facilitates a time of group prayer--for three people or 100. Glean valuable insights for helping everyone participate, in a way that is genuine, edifying, and God-honoring. Table of Contents: Praying to be Overhead Let your public prayers be both self-aware and God-centered. by Jay Thomas 4 Things Prayer Leaders Need Instill the right qualities and skills in the people who lead prayer in your church. by Daniel Henderson Guidelines for Group Prayer These five principles can open participants up to God's transforming work. by Wayne Jacobsen Vectoring Prayer Learn to pray in agreement with others. by Ben Patterson Prayer Snares Be wary of these kinds of prayer requests in your group. by Wayne Jacobsen Leading Effective Community Prayer (free sample) Make sure the group feels safe and is on the same page with you. by Andrew Wheeler Stretching Your Group?s Prayer Muscles Try these different approaches to group prayer. by Andrew Wheeler Tips for Leading a Prayer Meeting Follow these suggestions to foster focus and participation. by Cheryl Sacks Prayer Meeting Dilemmas Six FAQs from corporate prayer leaders. by Cheryl Sacks Focusing Activities for a Prayer Meeting Use these ideas to keep participants in the proper mindset. by John Franklin