Matthew 6:9c
Main Idea
What is heaven like?
Outline
1 - Heaven is God’s throne, so pray with awe
2 - Heaven is not earth, so pray with upward focus
3 - Heaven is God’s storehouse, so pray with confidence
Pre-Questions
When you pray, does the idea of “heaven” come to mind as the place where your words are heard? How does the concept of praying with awe, focus, or confidence shape your prayer life?
Have you ever felt amazed, distant, or bold when praying? Which of those describes your experience of heaven the most?
Discussion Questions
1. Heaven is God’s throne, so pray with awe
The Bible teaches that heaven is where God rules in majesty. How does recognizing that you’re speaking to the Sovereign of the universe affect the tone and attitude of your prayers?
Have you ever prayed with a deep sense of awe? What changed for you in those moments of reverence?
2. Heaven is not earth, so pray with upward focus
If heaven is distinct from earth—full of being, holiness, and presence—how does that reality invite you to shift your thoughts upward when you pray?
What does it look like for your heart to rise above daily distractions and focus on eternity and God’s purposes?
3. Heaven is God’s storehouse, so pray with confidence
Scripture reminds us that heaven stores every blessing—from daily provision to spiritual wisdom. How does knowing that nothing is lacking in God’s presence give you courage to ask?
In what ways have you experienced answered prayer when you prayed with confidence in God’s generous character?
Application:
This week, let your understanding of heaven shape your prayers: start with awe (“Father in heaven…”), turn your thoughts upward toward His presence, and ask boldly because His storehouse is limitless.
After each prayer, pause and imagine your words rising to heaven’s throne room. How does that change your posture and expectations before God?