What Is Prayer?
Prayer is our direct line with heaven. Some people think prayer seems complicated, but it is simply talking to God.
Prayer is not meditation or passive reflection; it is directly communicating with God.
Prayer is the primary way for the believer in Jesus Christ to communicate his emotions and desires with God and to fellowship with God.
Prayer can be out-loud or silent, private or public, formal or informal.
All prayer must be offered in faith (James 1:6), in the name of the Lord Jesus (John 16:23), and in the power of the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:26).
Prayer is not meditation or passive reflection; it is directly communicating with God.
Prayer is the primary way for the believer in Jesus Christ to communicate his emotions and desires with God and to fellowship with God.
Prayer can be out-loud or silent, private or public, formal or informal.
All prayer must be offered in faith (James 1:6), in the name of the Lord Jesus (John 16:23), and in the power of the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:26).
Why Pray?
Prayer is the Christian’s way of communicating with God.
We pray to praise God and thank Him and tell Him how much we love Him.
We pray to enjoy His presence and tell Him what is going on in our lives.
We pray to make requests and seek guidance and ask for wisdom.
God loves this exchange with His children, just as we love the exchange we have with our children.
Fellowship with God is the heart of prayer.
When we make petitions to God, we let God know exactly where we stand and what we would like to see happen. In our prayers, we must admit that God is greater than we are and ultimately knows what is best in any given situation. God is good and asks us to trust Him. In prayer, we say, essentially, “Not my will, but your will be done.” The key to answered prayer is praying according to the will of God and in accordance with His Word. Prayer is not seeking our own will but seeking to align ourselves with the will of God more fully (1 John 5:14–15; James 4:3).
We pray to praise God and thank Him and tell Him how much we love Him.
We pray to enjoy His presence and tell Him what is going on in our lives.
We pray to make requests and seek guidance and ask for wisdom.
God loves this exchange with His children, just as we love the exchange we have with our children.
Fellowship with God is the heart of prayer.
When we make petitions to God, we let God know exactly where we stand and what we would like to see happen. In our prayers, we must admit that God is greater than we are and ultimately knows what is best in any given situation. God is good and asks us to trust Him. In prayer, we say, essentially, “Not my will, but your will be done.” The key to answered prayer is praying according to the will of God and in accordance with His Word. Prayer is not seeking our own will but seeking to align ourselves with the will of God more fully (1 John 5:14–15; James 4:3).
When To Pray?
Paul wrote, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:6–7).
Worry about nothing; pray about everything.
Did you say EVERYTHING?
Yes, God wants us to talk with Him about everything.
How often should we pray?
The biblical answer is “pray without ceasing” (1 Thessalonians 5:17). We should keep a running conversation going with God all day long. There is really no special formula for how to pray in the Bible. We should just do it.
We can pray under any and all circumstances.
Prayer develops our relationship with God and demonstrates our trust and utter dependence upon Him.
Worry about nothing; pray about everything.
Did you say EVERYTHING?
Yes, God wants us to talk with Him about everything.
How often should we pray?
The biblical answer is “pray without ceasing” (1 Thessalonians 5:17). We should keep a running conversation going with God all day long. There is really no special formula for how to pray in the Bible. We should just do it.
We can pray under any and all circumstances.
Prayer develops our relationship with God and demonstrates our trust and utter dependence upon Him.
How To Pray?
Talk to God, just like you would talk to a friend or coworker. There is no special formula, no required words, no place you have to go or kneel down or hide. You can just have a conversation. But always remember, you are praying to God, in the name of Jesus Christ and through the power of the Holy Spirit. And you should pray according to the will of God. Start a conversation today. And never "hang up" on God!
Do you need prayer for any situation in your life?
We are happy to pray for you! Let us know your need.
We are happy to pray for you! Let us know your need.
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