F-A-C-T-S:  THE 5 ELEMENTS OF PRAYER

1.      FAITH

"But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him." (Hebrews 11:6)

"And whatever things you ask in prayer, believing, you will receive.”" (Matthew 21:22)

2.      ADORATION

"…Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name." (Matthew 6:9)

"“You are worthy, O Lord, To receive glory and honor and power; For You created all things, And by Your will they exist and were created.”" (Revelation 4:11)

3.      CONFESSION

"And forgive us our debts, As we forgive our debtors." (Matthew 6:12)

"Have mercy upon me, O God, According to Your lovingkindness; According to the multitude of Your tender mercies, Blot out my transgressions. Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity, And cleanse me from my sin. For I acknowledge my transgressions, And my sin is always before me. Against You, You only, have I sinned, And done this evil in Your sight— That You may be found just when You speak, And blameless when You judge." (Psalm 51:1-4)

4.      THANKSGIVING

"Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God;" (Philippians 4:6)

"Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18)

5.      SUPPLICATION

"Therefore I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks be made for all men, for kings and all who are in authority, that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence." (1 Timothy 2:1-2)

"Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints—" (Ephesians 6:18)