Triplet
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Bryce and Anna Landenberger
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tRIPlet Prayer
Regular Intentional Prayer
Again, I tell you that if two of you on earth agree about anything you ask for, it will be done for you by My Father in heaven. For where two or three come together in My Name, there am I with them. Matthew 18:19-20, NIV
Triplet prayer, as the name implies, is simply three people praying together. But more important than the number of people praying is the fact that they ARE PRAYING! And not only that, they are intentional about meeting for prayer on a regular basis. Triplet prayer is so valuable to those involved that time is set aside to pray for agreed upon topics.
Triplet prayer does NOT require a formalized program with a committee or even a budget. You do not have to be ASSIGNED triplet prayer partners. A desire to grow deeper in your walk with Christ and to see the power of the Holy Spirit at work in your life is needed. Ask God to prepare your heart for seeing His guidance and partner with the people of His choice. They may not be the individuals that first come to your mind, but they must be partners growing toward spiritual maturity.
Accountability
Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective. James 5:16, NIV
The exact number in a prayer group does not have to total three, but it is best to keep the number small. Small groups allow for vital honesty and intimacy of spirit. For true vulnerability to flourish, a prayer group must be a SAFE place to share your sins, fears, and weaknesses. The deep work of becoming more Christlike requires allowing others to speak the truth in love into your life. Carefully pray about whom God would have you join in this type of prayer. Even lifelong friends and family members may not be safe partners because of a lack of discretion.
Teachable Spirit
. . .if My people, who are called by My name, will humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14, NIV
A humble heart and a teachable spirit are needed to be able to accept and learn from the Biblical reproof and exhortation that your prayer partners will bring to your life. Biblical exhortation comes from knowing and applying what God says in His Word. Prayer partners increase the number of "ears" listening for the Holy Spirit speaking directly to an area of need. Encouragement, which leads to strengthened faith and spiritual growth, is a surprising result of this type of exhortation.
Spiritual Growth
. . .He is always wrestling in prayer for you, that you may stand firm in all the will of God, mature and fully assured. Colossians 4:12b, NIV
As you seek the Lord’s will in prayer, you will receive the confirmation of His direction. You will begin to recognize the Lord speaking to you through your fellow believers. You will have a priceless resource in your prayer partners as a means of identifying the Lord’s will, your own will, and the devil’s lies. As you are able to confirm the Lord’s will, you will then be more certain about DOING His will and be more able to see how the Lord is directing your spiritual growth.
A Few Guidelines
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6, NIV
- Anywhere that believers gather is where you will find your prayer partners: church, Small Churches (i.e., Sunday School), Bible studies, retreats, etc. Seek and you shall find!
- Prayer partners MUST be the same gender. The only person of the opposite sex that you may pray this intimately with is your spouse.
- Be open to the possibility of praying with someone in a different stage of life. Singles and married people have much to learn from each other. Those with no children or young children will benefit from the experiences of those with older children. Teens can greatly benefit from insights received from college and young career persons.
- Always remember that prayer is not about you and what you can get from God. Prayer is for seeking God so that you can obey Him.
- Be respectful of your partners’ privacy. Be discrete. Permission from your prayer partner must be obtained before sharing ANYTHING with ANYONE (this includes your spouse)!
- Be respectful of your partners’ time. Keep to the allotted time. If you need to catch up with one another’s lives, agree to meet for that purpose. Spend your time praying, not visiting.
- Be aware that some partners will only be in your life for a season while others may be in your life for years. It is up to God as to how long any particular triplet group should meet.
Amen and Amen
And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints. Ephesians 6:18, NIV
Feeling intimidated by the thought of praying aloud with others? It is helpful to read books on prayer. Many wonderful books on prayer are available at your local Christian bookstore or in the Midland Free church library. You will also gain much by joining the various prayer groups already in place throughout the church or Christian community.
Please don’t let your nervousness keep you from this important part of your Christian walk.
"Almighty God, Who has given us the privilege of making our common requests to You, and has p romised through Your well-beloved Son that when two or three are gathered together in His Name You will be in the midst of them: Fulfill now, O Lord, the desires and petitions of Your servants as may be best for us; granting us in this world a knowledge of Your truth, and life everlasting in the world to come. Amen." Saint John Chrysostoma, 347-407A.D.