Drawing Near in Prayer – Discipleship 104
One of the most important things we can do as believers is to draw near to God in prayer. It is a great privilege that he has given to us.
Encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. (1 Thess. 2:12 NIV)
One of the most important things we can do as believers is to draw near to God in prayer. It is a great privilege that he has given to us.
Samuel sets a good example for us in understanding our responsibility to pray for others. Failing to pray neglects that responsibility.
How can I live a life of purity that is pleasing to God. David’s prayer here, “Teach me your ways, O Lord”, reveals the way. Seek God’s help.
James encourages those who lack the wisdom to face the trials we face as believers to prayer for it. But be sure to pray in faith.
What do you do when you come into God’s presence? God told Moses to remove his shoes because he was standing on holy ground.
Jesus promises that if, as God’s children, we ask, we will receive. If we seek, we will find. And if we knock, the door will be opened.
How much time do you spend in the presence of God? Paul tells us here to devote yourself to prayer. Spend quality time with your God.
What many have called the Lord’s Prayer is actually a model Jesus gave to teach us how to pray, not what to pray. It is best used as a guide.
During the course of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus taught his disciples how to pray, and how not to pray. Prayer is for God, not for acclaim.
Jesus teaching was often quite contrary to the convention wisdom of the day. And none more so that to “love your enemies and pray for them.”
Why does God hear and respond to our prayer? It is not because of anything that we are. Rather, it is because of his great mercy toward us.
When it seems like the light at the end of the tunnel is an oncoming train and you are feeling overwhelmed. Take your complaint to God.