February 9, 2025
Passage:  Mark 11:22-26
Speaker:  Pastor Josh Holland
Main Point:  Listen to the heart of God and talk to Him about everything.

I. A relationship with God is based on faith in Christ. (22)
            A. Faith is the required response to God’s revelation.
            B. Trusting God always makes a difference.
            C. Faith in God is an active lifestyle.

II. Effective prayer is based on a relationship with God. (23-24)
            A. Pray like a kid. (cf. Mark 10:15; Matthew 7:11; 18:3-4)
            B. Be sincere. (cf. Mark 12:39-40)
            C. Keep at it. (cf. Luke 18:1-8)
            D. Love God and others. (Mark 12:31-33)
            E. Pray in harmony with Jesus. (Mark 14:35-36)

III. A relationship with God requires forgiveness. (25-26)
            A. In prayer, the posture of the heart is important.  (Luke 18:9-14)
            B. A mark of having forgiveness is forgiving. (cf. Matthew 6:12)
            C. Loving others is the fruit of loving God.