About This Sermon
Jarrett Stephens teaches from Luke 23 and Matthew 27 in the final message of the Pray Like Jesus series. He examines the three prayers Jesus spoke from the cross: asking forgiveness for his executioners, crying out in anguish when God seemed silent, and entrusting his spirit to the Father.
Jarrett shows that Jesus prayed with intimacy even in agony, interceded for others rather than himself, and quoted Scripture when suffering was greatest. Each prayer becomes a pattern for believers: forgive those who hurt you, keep crying out to God when he seems silent, and entrust your life to the Father daily.
Scripture: Luke 23:33-34; Matthew 27:45-46; Luke 23:44-46; Psalms 22; Psalms 31:5; Hebrews 9:22; Hebrews 5:7; Matthew 6:12
Study Guide
A few ideas to carry with you, discuss with your group, or revisit during the week.
Practical Takeaways (5)
- For Jesus, prayer was not a box to check; it was a life to share.
- Jesus prayed for those who hurt him rather than asking for his own relief.
- There is room for every sinner in the little word them.
- When God seems silent, keep crying out to him anyway.
- Entrusting your life to the Father daily prepares you to do so at the end.
Discussion Questions (4)
- What stands out to you about how Jesus began his prayers from the cross?
- Who is someone you need to pray for by name, even though they have hurt you?
- Have you ever experienced a time when God seemed silent? What did you do?
- What does it look like to entrust your spirit to the Father in your daily life?
From the Series
Pray Like Jesus
Prayer was never an afterthought in the life of Jesus. It was the foundation of everything He did. Before the crowds, before the miracles, before the cross, Jesus continually met… Read morePrayer was never an afterthought in the life of Jesus. It was the foundation of everything He did. Before the crowds, before the miracles, before the cross, Jesus continually met with His Father. In Pray Like Jesus, we’ll journey through the Gospels to discover how Jesus prayed in every season of life. We’ll see His pattern of daily dependence, His prayers for others, His surrender in suffering, and His unwavering trust in the Father. More than learning about prayer, we’ll be invited to experience the same relationship with God that shaped every moment of Jesus’ life. Whether your prayer life feels vibrant or you’ve struggled to know where to begin, this series will help you grow in confidence, intimacy, and dependence on God as you learn to pray like Jesus. Show less
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