Ephesians 6:18-20

I. Prayer (Ephesians 6:18-19)

A. Paul’s prayers (Colossians 1:9; Philippians 1:9; 2 Corinthians 13:7)
B. Paul encouraged prayer (1 Thessalonians 5:17; 1 Timothy 2:1-4)
C. When should we pray? (Ephesians 6:18; 1 Thessalonians 5:17)
D. For whom should we pray? (Ephesians 6:19; 1 Timothy 2:1-2; James 1:5; Matthew 6:9-13)

II. Perception (Ephesians 6:18b)

A. Gideon’s army (Judges 7:5-7)
B. Keep your eyes open so you’re not taken by surprise (1 Peter 5:8; Ephesians 5:15-16)
C. Be watchful for opportunities to do good (Galatians 6:9-10)

III. Persuasiveness (Ephesians 6:19b-20)

A. Peter and John’s boldness (Acts 4:8-13)
B. Paul’s boldness (Acts 20:27; Romans 1:16; 2 Timothy 4:2)