Study 3: Structures for Prayer
Head
The Lord’s prayer is a helpful guide (see the week three lesson, “Praying Scripture,” for more details). The ACTS format is another way to guide your prayer.
Adoration: Speaking your love and adoration for God, who he is and what he’s done.
Confession: Naming your sins before God and seeking him for forgiveness and grace.
Thanksgiving: Giving thanks for the many ways God has blessed and cared for you.
Supplication: Naming your requests before God.
Hands
Pray following the ACTS format. Many find it easiest to pray supplications, but struggle with things like adoration. It helps to write out a few things for each item. Set a timer so you spend equal time in each section. Perhaps start with three minutes for each element; if you have more time, try five minutes.