Lesson on the basic principles of corporate prayer with emphasis on the local assembly understanding the power of praying together.

1. Understanding the
Basic Principles
of Corporate
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2. Lesson Objectives
Edify, equip and empower God’s people to
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become leaders in the prayer ministry of the
local church
Explore the origin of the “corporate”

concept
Enhance students’ knowledge and
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understanding of how to pray together
Encourage participation in corporate
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prayer settings, and raise the level of
expectation of the results when praying
corporately.

3. Define corporate…
Corporate: 1. of, or belonging to a corporation; pertaining to
a united group; 2.united or combined into one (an association
of individuals, created by law and having an existence apart
from that of its members as well as distinct and inherent
powers and liabilities. Any group of persons united or regarded
as united in one body.
Corporate prayer: 1. A group of persons united in prayer; 2.
praying together as one in faith, confident in the power of God’s
Word as their distinct and inherent power and authority to
legislate God’s laws in the earth realm.

4. Corporate Concept…
Originated with God (Gen. 1:26-28)
“Let US make man in OUR image, according to OUR
likeness...
Together THEY created man, with the capability of uniting
(connecting, joining together), physically and spiritually.
**God is so into ONENESS that He created every living
creature (smallest to largest) to connect/join together and
reproduce its kind (Gen. 1:25).

5. Purpose of Corporate Prayer
Condition us to be subject (submissive) to the
will of God, individually and collectively (Acts 1:4-8)
Empower us through the Holy Spirit to obey the
Word of God; to do the work of ministry, and to boldly
witness and proclaim the Word of God
Keep alert and watchful; encourage and
strengthen each other; and handle opposition as
one united in purpose.
Scripture Reference: Acts 1:4-8; 4:23-37;
Hebrews 10:19-25; Ephesians 6:18-18

6. Power of Corporate Prayer
Summon God to intervene (Exodus 3:7-9; Book of
Judges; Acts 12:1-16, 16:25-26).
Provoke a move of God by the Holy Spirit that
results in salvation and changed lives (Acts 16:25-26).
Astonish us and raise our awareness to the power
of God; increase our faith and trust in God to
answer when we call out to Him together (on one
accord) Acts 12:11-16
Scripture Reference: Acts 1:1-8; 2:1-2

7. Pattern for Corporate Prayer
The Lord’s model prayer (Matthew 6:9-13; Luke 11:1-4).
Our approach – Attitude of adoration, reverence, praise and
honor
Avail ourselves in a spirit of submission to His way and will.
(This requires repentance!)
Acknowledge our dependence on Him to supply our needs by
asking for sustaining substances (natural and spiritual
needs).
Approach Him in the spirit of forgiveness toward others as we
petition for pardon from Him. **Unforgiveness is a hindrance
to answered prayer (Matt. 6:14-15).
Acknowledge the Father’s sovereignty
Scripture Reference: Acts 1:1-8; 2:1-2

8. Promise of Corporate Prayer
Establish and maintain godly order and conduct in the
Church and in the earth realm
Revelation and results through the power of agreement as
it relates to the Church and Kingdom of Heaven
Assurance of the Lord’s presence whenever and wherever
His followers are gathered together in representation of
Him, His will and purpose.
Scripture reference: Matthew 18:15-20

9. Review & Discussion
By exploring the “corporate”

concept, how does it relate to prayer?
How do we unite in purpose?
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How do we unite in mind?
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What is one of the greatest hindrances
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to getting prayers answered?

10. Action: Make it Happen
Read Matthew’s and Luke’s account of the Lord’s
Prayer (Matt. 6:9-13, Luke 11:1-4).
What principles are outlined that can help you
better understand corporate prayer. What pronoun
is used throughout that implies the corporate
concept?

11. Resources & Links
Recommended reading:
Jim Cymbala. Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire
Dr. Myles Munroe. Power and Purpose of Prayer
C. Peter Wagner. Churches That Pray
Barbara Wentroble. Praying with Authority
http://www.tlpn.org/
http://www.spirithome.com/paripray.html
http://www.oasisofprayer.org
Disclaimer: The resources and links are for your convenience, and does represent the views or beliefs of
Majestic Worldwide Ministries, Inc.

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