Session 12 2 Thessalonians 2:13–3:5

Praying

FOCUS ATTENTION

think about what makes a bad day.

RESPOND:

share reflections about a bad day.
Responses can be humorous or serious. Be prepared to share comments of your own.

direct attention to the first paragraph on page 101.

Ask:

• When have you received encouragement from someone at a time you really needed it?
• How does knowing someone is praying for you change your perspective? (p. 101)

TRANSITION:

Paul concluded his teaching on the man of lawlessness (1 Thess. 2:1-12)
and then turned his focus to prayer.
He taught the Thessalonians how to pray, with his prayer for them being an example.

EXPLORE THE TEXT

INTRODUCE:

Call attention to the outline on page 9.
You may also want to refer to Pack Item 2 (Outlines of 1, 2 Thessalonians),
displayed on the wall. Use information from Understand the Context (p. 101)
to give more detail.

Explain that Paul prayed for the spiritual growth of the church family.
He prayed that the church would hold on to biblical teaching and be encouraged, no matter the circumstances.