We believe strongly in the power of prayer since it is our opportunity to approach the throne of God boldly (Heb. 4:16) and ask for all things that we need (Phil. 4:6-7).
As we consider the format of prayer, it is helpful to remember each aspect as representing a digit on your hand.
First, Adoration defined: we praise God for all His attributes like truth, self-existence, holiness, unchangeableness, etc.
Second, Confession defined: we are mindful of all of our instances of disobedience (sinfulness) involving our attitudes, actions, thoughts, words, and deeds.
Third, Thanksgiving defined: we elaborate on all things that our heavenly Father has done for us or given us.
Fourth, Supplication defined: we intercede (intercession) before God on behalf of others and petition God for our own needs.
An easy way to keep this straight is to think of the book of A C T S.