The Importance of Prayer

"Prayer is not the overcoming of God's reluctance; it is the taking hold of God's willingness. Prayer is the opening of the heart to God as to a friend. Prayer does not change God; but it does change us and our relation to God. It places us in the channel of blessings, and in that frame of mind in which God can consistently and safely grant our requests."
J. R. Miller

The Prayer of Jesus

In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, As we forgive our debtors. And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one. For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.

Jesus gave us the perfect model of prayer. As your reflect on your prayer life, permit us to offer 7 principles found in the prayer our Lord and Savior taught us.

  1. I begin my Prayer with Praise (v. 9)
  2. I Pray with Purpose (v. 10)
  3. I Pray for my Provision (v. 11)
  4. I Pray for my Pardon (v. 11)
  5. I Pray for People (v. 12)
  6. I Pray for my sinful Propensity (v. 13)
  7. I Pray for Protection (v. 13)

Therefore, Let Us Pray!

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May God bless you on your soul journey!