I. Distress
1. This is nothing out of the ordinary.
2. Distress leads to prayer.
Matthew 15:21-28; James 5:13-14
II. Understanding People
1. We often misinterpret; this should give GREAT
2. Being misinterpreted should NOT shut us down.
III. Prayer and Power
1. Emptying distress shares the burden.
1 Peter 5:6-7
2. Prayer IS answered.