A Christian’s Importunity I say unto you, Though he will not rise and give him, because he is his friend, yet because of his importunity he will rise and give him as many as he needeth. Luke 11:8 January 23, 2011 Rev. David B. Hanson Deaf Liberty Baptist Church Overland Park, Kansas

Jesus’ Teaching About Prayer Luke 11:1  1And it came to pass, that, as he was praying in a certain place, when he ceased, one of his disciples said unto him, Lord, teach us to pray, as John also taught his disciples. After Jesus prayed, one of His disciples asked Him to teach them how to pray.

Jesus’ Model Prayer Luke 11:2-4 1st Request: God’s name is hallowed 2nd Request: God’s kingdom comes 3rd Request: Bread is given daily 4th Request: Our sins are forgiven 5th Request: We are not led into temptation

Jesus’ First Parable about Prayer Luke 11:5-8 Persistence in Prayer – Importunity A host’s unexpected visitor at midnight A host’s importunity to lend three loaves from his friend Jesus encourages the Christians to be persistent in prayer - to be steadfast in praying and to receive their needs.

Jesus’ Second Parable about Prayer Luke 11:9-13 Ask, and it shall be given you. Seek, and ye shall find. Knock, and it shall be opened unto you. Bread – a stone Fish – a serpent Egg – a scorpion

Robert Arthington, Jr. A millionaire businessman in Leeds, England and a missionary philanthropist Robert was born on May 20, 1823 in Leeds, England. His father was a wealthy brewery owner. In 1848, Robert, his mother, and two of his three sisters were baptized by immersion, and he found his spiritual home at South Parade Baptist Church in Leeds.

Robert Arthington, Jr. Robert received about 1 million dollars after their parents died. Robert invested money and gave money for missionary works. 5 million dollars were given for missionary works after Robert died on October 9, 1900.