“…Lord, teach us to pray….” “Then He (Jesus) spoke a parable to them, that men always ought to pray and not lose heart.” “Pray without ceasing” (Luke 11:1; 18:1; I Thessalonians 5:17) For many, prayer is a drudgery or ritual, often done when facing serious difficulties (aka “the foxhole prayer”). In this brief article, I … Continue reading SOME BASICS ABOUT PRAYER
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A NEW YEAR’S PRAYER
“He who testifies to these things says, ‘Surely I am coming quickly.” Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus! The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. Amen” [meaning, may it so be]! (Revelation 22:20, 21) These are the last words found in the Bible. There are millions of believers who long for … Continue reading A NEW YEAR’S PRAYER
Sound Familiar? – – King David’s Prayer From 3000 Years Ago
Read it for yourself (in Psalm 13): I. David’s Concerns (verses 1, 2) … “HOW LONG, O LORD? Will You forget me forever? HOW LONG will You hide Your face from me? HOW LONG shall I take counsel in my soul, having sorrow in my heart daily? HOW LONG will my enemy be exalted over … Continue reading Sound Familiar? – – King David’s Prayer From 3000 Years Ago
UNDERSTANDING PRAYER
“Be anxious for nothing (in other words, don’t worry about anything), but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:6-7) Most people today misunderstand what the Bible … Continue reading UNDERSTANDING PRAYER
The F-A-C-T-S of Prayer (Approaching God)
We approach God to FELLOWSHIP with Him "Then He (Jesus) said to them (three disciples), 'My soul is exceedingly sorrowful, even to death. Stay here and watch with Me. ...Watch and pray....' (Matthew 26:38, 41) We approach God to ADORE Him "Therefore David blessed the LORD before all the assembly, and David said: 'Blessed are … Continue reading The F-A-C-T-S of Prayer (Approaching God)
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