1. Daniel’s Model Prayer
Daniel 9:1-19

2. The reason for Daniel’s prayer.
Daniel’s Model Prayer
The reason for Daniel’s prayer.
He was searching the Scriptures.
He was looking to apply them to his life.
He turned to God in prayer.

3. Daniel’s Model Prayer The repentance of Daniel’s prayer.
He recognized their rebellion.
He recognized God’s righteousness.
He recognized their responsibility.
He recognized God’s promises.

4. Daniel’s Model Prayer The request of Daniel’s prayer.
He realized that mercy belongs to God.
He realized that they exist for God’s sake.
He realized that they had brought shame to God’s name.
He asked for forgiveness to bring God glory.

5. What does that mean to me?
Do you have a reason to pray?
Are you searching the Scriptures?
Are you applying them to your life?
Will you turn to God in prayer?

6. What does that mean to me?
Are you ready for true repentance?
Will you admit your/our rebellion?
Will you admit God’s righteousness?
Will you admit your responsibility?
Do you recognize God’s promises?

7. What does that mean to me?
Request God’s forgiveness.
Any mercy you receive is wholly in God’s hands and at His discretion.
You exist for God’s sake and reputation.
Your sins bring shame to the name of God.
Your forgiveness shows God’s glory.