KINGDOM PRAYER AND INTERCESSION

 MODULE 5: KINGDOM PRAYER AND INTERCESSION

Objective

To develop a lifestyle of prayer that releases heaven’s will on earth.

Key Scriptures

• Matthew 6:9–13 – “Pray then like this: ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.’”
• John 15:7 – “If you abide in me, and my words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.”
• Ephesians 6:18 – “Praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints.”

Lesson Notes

These notes are designed for the facilitator/teacher to deliver over 1–2 sessions (90–120 minutes total), with time for teaching, discussion, guided prayer, and activities. Build directly on Modules 1–4: “We have entered the Kingdom (Module 1), received our royal identity (Module 2), been empowered by the Holy Spirit with authority (Module 3), and aligned our lives with Kingdom culture and values (Module 4). Now we learn how to partner with the King through prayer—turning our authority and values into action that brings heaven to earth.” Make this module highly experiential: prayer is not theory but practice. Use the Lord’s Prayer as a living template. Encourage participants to bring notebooks or journals. Emphasize that Kingdom prayer is intimate, authoritative, persistent, and missional—not religious duty or begging.

Introduction (10–15 minutes)

• Welcome and open in prayer, inviting the Holy Spirit to teach us to pray as Jesus taught.
• Quick review: Ask, “From Module 4, what is the core of Kingdom culture?” (Upside-down values like meekness, mercy, seeking first the Kingdom; salt and light living).
• Transition: “Our royal identity and Spirit-empowered authority mean nothing if we don’t use them. Prayer is the primary way we enforce the King’s will. Jesus didn’t teach us to beg—He taught us to partner. Today we move from knowing Kingdom truth to releasing Kingdom power through a lifestyle of prayer and intercession.”
• Read the three Key Scriptures aloud (different participants reading each). Highlight the revolutionary shift: Prayer starts with the Father and the Kingdom, not our needs. It is prayed “in the Spirit” with perseverance and produces results when we abide in Christ.

Teaching Point 1: The Lord’s Prayer as the model of Kingdom prayer (20–25 minutes)

• Matthew 6:9–13 is not a ritual prayer to recite mechanically—it is the blueprint for all Kingdom prayer. Jesus gave it right after warning against vain repetition and showing the heart of the Father (Matthew 6:5–8).
• Break it down phrase by phrase as the “constitution” of Kingdom prayer:
  1. “Our Father in heaven” — Intimate relationship first (from our sonship identity in Module 2). Not distant King, but loving Abba.
  2. “Hallowed be your name” — Worship and reverence; prayer begins with declaring the King’s holiness, not our problems.
  3. “Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven” — The heartbeat of Kingdom prayer. We are not asking for escape; we are commanding alignment between heaven and earth.
  4. “Give us this day our daily bread” — Trusting provision flows from seeking the Kingdom first (Matthew 6:33).
  5. “Forgive us… as we also have forgiven” — Kingdom values of mercy and purity in action (Module 4).
  6. “Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil” — Exercising authority over darkness (Module 3).
• Illustration: Like a royal decree from the palace—every line releases heaven’s reality into earth’s situations. When we pray this way, we shift from victim to victor.

Teaching Point 2: Praying with faith and authority (“Thy Kingdom come”) (15–20 minutes)

• The phrase “Your kingdom come” is the hinge. It is not passive hoping—it is active faith-filled declaration using the authority delegated in Module 3.
• Supporting truth: John 15:7 — Abiding in Jesus (remaining connected to the Vine) + letting His words abide in us = guaranteed answered prayer. Prayer is not manipulating God; it is agreeing with what He already wants.
• Faith + authority: We pray knowing the King has already said “yes” to His own will (2 Corinthians 1:20). Examples: Jesus calmed storms, multiplied bread, raised the dead—all by speaking the Kingdom into reality.
• Practical distinction:
  • Begging prayer: “Please, if it’s Your will…” (uncertain).
  • Kingdom prayer: “Your Kingdom come—Your will be done here and now, in Jesus’ name!” (confident decree).
• Tie-in: This authority is empowered by the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 6:18 — “praying at all times in the Spirit”).

Teaching Point 3: The power of fasting and persistent prayer (15 minutes)

• Fasting is not earning points with God—it is removing distractions to sharpen focus on the King and amplify faith.
• Biblical foundation: Jesus fasted 40 days before launching Kingdom ministry (Matthew 4:1–11). The early church fasted and prayed for direction and power (Acts 13:2–3; 14:23).
• Persistent prayer (Luke 18:1–8 — parable of the persistent widow; Luke 11:5–13 — friend at midnight): The King honors those who refuse to quit because they know His character.
• Why it works: Fasting humbles the flesh, persistent prayer builds endurance and faith. Together they release breakthroughs that casual prayer cannot.
• Warning and balance: Not for show (Matthew 6:16–18) but for breakthrough in personal, family, or city-wide strongholds.

Teaching Point 4: Intercession for cities, nations, and the harvest (10–15 minutes)

• Kingdom prayer expands beyond “me and mine” to the Great Commission (Module 6 preview).

• We stand in the gap as royal priests (Module 2) for:

  • Cities and communities (e.g., Baguio’s needs, family strongholds).
  • Nations and governments (1 Timothy 2:1–4).
  • The harvest (Matthew 9:37–38 — pray for laborers).

• Use this simple table for clarity:

  Focus of Intercession	Why It Matters (Kingdom Reason)	Practical Example
  Cities / Local	Salt & light where we live (Module 4)	Pray for peace, revival, leaders
  Nations / Governments	God’s rule over all authorities	1 Tim 2:2 — quiet, godly lives
  Harvest / Souls	Expanding the Kingdom through disciples	Pray for open doors and bold witnesses

• Result: Prayer becomes the engine of mission—releasing heaven’s strategy and power globally.

Key Truth (repeat 2–3 times)

Prayer is not begging the King; it is partnering with the King to enforce His will on earth as it is in heaven.

Activities (20–30 minutes)

• Daily prayer journal using the Lord’s Prayer outline: Hand out or have participants create a simple journal template with the six phrases of Matthew 6:9–13. Guide them to write personal Kingdom-focused prayers under each line for 10 minutes. Challenge: Use this outline every day this week.
• 24-hour prayer chain (or simulated group prayer): Set up a rotating prayer chain (in person or via group chat) where each person takes a 30–60 minute slot to pray using the Lord’s Prayer model + intercession. If time is short, simulate it now in the session: divide into small groups and pray aloud for 10–15 minutes covering the four areas in Teaching Point 4.
• Targeted intercession for specific people or regions: In groups of 3–4, choose one real need (family member, neighbor, local barangay issue, or unreached people group). Spend time praying with faith and authority, declaring “Your Kingdom come” over it. Write down the specific request and commit to ongoing intercession.

Closing (5–10 minutes)

• Summarize: “We are not helpless spectators. As Kingdom citizens with identity, authority, and culture, prayer is our royal partnership—releasing the King’s will into every sphere of life and the nations.”
• Prayer: Lead a powerful closing time of corporate intercession using the Lord’s Prayer together, then invite personal responses (fresh commitment to daily prayer, fasting, or specific intercession).
• Homework: Memorize Matthew 6:9–13 and John 15:7. Use the Lord’s Prayer journal daily. Choose one fasting day this week (even a partial fast) and one specific intercession target. Come back ready to share one answered prayer or breakthrough.