1. Begin with a clean heart; unconfessed sin in your life will hinder faith.
Psalm 66:18-19
Proverbs 28:13
James 5:16
1 John 3:21

2. Prepare by memorizing promises; find authority in God's Word and faith will follow.
Romans 10:17
Joshua 23:14b
1 Kings 8:56b
Proverbs 7:2-3
Matthew 24:35
2 Corinthians 1:20
2 Peter 1:4

3. Be definite.
Isaiah 45:11
James 1:6-8

4. Expect from God; know you are entitled to His promises.
Mark 11:23-24
Hebrews 4:16
Hebrews 11:6

5. Accept from God; there comes a time to cease praying.
Joshua 7:10
Luke 1:38

6. Stand your ground in faith and trust, even if you don't see the answer immediately.
Numbers 23:19
Psalm 112:7
Acts 27:25
Romans 3:4
Romans 4:19-21
Galatians 6:9
Ephesians 4:27
Ephesians 6:13,16
Hebrews 10:23
Hebrews 10:35-36
1 Peter 1:7

7. Put your faith into action.
2 Kings 5:1,9-14
2 Chronicles 20:21-22
Matthew 14:28-29
Mark 2:11-12
Mark 3:1,5b
Luke 17:14
John 4:47-53
2 Corinthians 5:7
James 2:17-26

8. Thank Him for hearing and answering your prayer.
Psalm 30:11-12
Psalm 107:2
Romans 4:20