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Now We Have Access

2819 Church • Sep 13, 2026 • 75 min

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Take this message with you through a journey of Scripture, reflection, and prayer.

Summary

In this message, Elder Milton James walks through the Gospel of Luke to reveal the foundational prayer life of Jesus Christ. Since the fall in Genesis 3 fractured humanity's unbroken fellowship with God, prayer serves as our restored doorway into deep intimacy, dependency, and communion with the Father. Believers are challenged to follow Christ's example by prioritizing quiet prayer, interceding for others, and seeking God's face in every season of life.

Themes

Prayer and Intimacy with GodThe Example of Jesus' Prayer LifeRestored Access to the FatherIntercession and Spiritual WarfareUnity in the Body of ChristSubmission in Times of Suffering

Key Points

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Genesis 3 records the fall of humanity, which fractured the unbroken fellowship and walk man originally enjoyed with God.
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Prayer is far more than asking for things; it is holy communion and an intimate two-way relationship with the Heavenly Father.
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Jesus modeled absolute dependency on the Father by praying at His baptism prior to entering public ministry.
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Jesus consistently prioritized stepping away to quiet, desolate places to pray over the demands of public ministry.
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Before making major decisions, such as calling His twelve apostles, Jesus spent entire nights praying.
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Jesus acknowledged God as sovereign provider through prayer before performing miracles, such as feeding the five thousand.
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Persistent prayer prepares the believer's heart to receive divine revelation regarding who Jesus truly is.
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Jesus actively intercedes for believers before their trials arrive, praying that their faith will not fail.
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Christian unity, which Jesus prayed for in John 17, is essential because it demonstrates the truth of the gospel to the world.
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In His agony at Gethsemane, Jesus modeled honest prayer paired with complete surrender to the Father's ultimate will.
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Even while suffering on the cross, Jesus demonstrated transformative forgiveness by praying for those who persecuted Him.

Sermon Moments

“The illustration of how earthly relationships fade due to drifting apart, contrasted with how prayer keeps our communion with God constant.”

“Jesus praying at His baptism to receive affirmation from the Father before beginning His public ministry.”

“Jesus withdrawing to desolate places, demonstrating that communion with God comes before public work.”

“Jesus praying all night on the mountain before selecting His twelve disciples.”

“Jesus telling Simon Peter, 'I have prayed for you that your faith may not fail,' assuring believers of His ongoing intercession.”

“The warning that division and slander on social media harm the body of Christ and undermine the gospel message Jesus prayed to protect.”

“Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane praying in deep agony yet surrendering with 'nevertheless, not My will, but Yours be done.'”

“Jesus crying out from the cross, 'Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.'”

This Week

Set aside consistent daily time to withdraw to a quiet, private place to commune with God without distractions.

Soak every major decision, transition, or leadership opportunity in extended prayer before taking action.

Shift your focus in prayer from making demands to seeking deeper intimacy and relationship with the Father.

Whenever you face trial or hardship, remind yourself that Jesus has already prayed for your faith to endure.

Actively pray for and speak forgiveness over people who have offended, hurt, or persecuted you.

Refrain from bickering, gossip, or public slander to protect the unity of the Body of Christ.

Bring your honest pain and agony to God in prayer, while maintaining a heart of 'nevertheless, Your will be done.'

Remember This

Through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, believers have restored access to constant fellowship, intimacy, and prayer with God.

A Challenge for You

Let us be a praying people who seek God's presence, pray earnestly for His glory, and shake the world through unified intercession.

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