Why Should We Pray?
1. Prayer enhances our fellowship and intimacy with God (Psalm 116:1-2; Jeremiah 33:2-3)
2. The Scriptures command us to pray (Luke 18:1; Ephesians 6:18; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18; 1 Timothy 2:1)
3. When we pray, we follow the example of Christ and other great people in Scripture like Moses and Elijah (Mark 1:34; Numbers 11:2; 1 Kings 18:36637)
4. Prayer appropriates God’s power for our lives (john 15:5; Acts 4:31; Ephesians 3:16; Colossians 4:2-4)
5. We receive special help from God when we pray (Hebrews 4:16)
6. Prayer makes a genuine difference (Luke 11:9-10; James 5:16-18)
7. Prayer develops our understanding and knowledge of God (Psalm 37:3-6; 63:1-8: Ephesians 1:16-19)
8. Our prayers and God’s answers give us joy and peace in our hearts (John 16:23-24; Philippians 4:6-7) Our problems may not disappear, but in prayer we gain a new perspective on our problems along with the peace and patience to stand firm.
9. Prayer helps us understand and accomplish God’s purposes for our lives (Colossians 1:9-11)
10. Prayer changes our attitudes and desires (2 Corinthians 12:7-9)
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I've really been learning the power behind reason number one lately. Daily prayer in my life has certainly affected my relationship with Him,and drawn me closer in ways I didn't expect. It is wonderful how God often works in ways which we (or at least I) don't expect, and that through that, so many different lessons and things are conveyed through one simple task.
Amen brother... thank you so much for stopping by and leaving your thoughts. God Bless you!
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