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Encouraging, comforting, and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. (1 Thess. 2:12 NIV)

Prayer

A Reason for Unanswered Prayer

A Reason for Unanswered Prayer – Ezekiel 20:31

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There may be many reasons for unanswered prayer. But one of them is sin in our lives. We should not expect God to hear us if that is the case.

Waiting to Hear from God

Waiting to Hear from God – Exodus 24:15-16

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When you come before God in prayer, how long will you wait on him to hear from him? Will you, like Moses, wait as long as it takes?

Watch and Prayer

Watch and Prayer – Matthew 26:41

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Jesus calls on us to watch and pray. Stay in touch with him through prayer. And watch to see where he is leading you.

Failing to Inquire of the Lord

Failing to Inquire of the Lord – Joshua 9:14-15

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How often, when faced with a decision, do we fail to inquire of the Lord as to the best choice? And then suffer the consequences.

Be Alert and of Sober Mind

Be Alert and of Sober Mind – 1 Peter 4:7

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The end of all things, whether of the world or your own, is near. But, as you await it, be alert and sober-minded so you can pray effectively.

where do you meet with God?

Where Do You Meet With God? – Numbers 7:89

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Moses met with God in the Tabernacle. Jesus went into the mountains. Where do you go to meet with God? To spend quality time with him?

always keep on praying

Always Keep On Praying – Ephesians 6:18

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Paul's encouragement for us here is to always keep on praying for all of the Lord's people. Pray for their spiritual growth and life.

ask whatever you wish

Ask Whatever You Wish – John 15:7-8

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Jesus told us to ask for whatever we wish. And it will be done for us. But only if we are abiding in him and so that we will be fruitful.

Drawing near in prayer

Drawing Near in Prayer – Discipleship 104

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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.

failing to pray

To Sin by Failing to Pray for Others – 1 Samuel 12:23

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Samuel sets a good example for us in understanding our responsibility to pray for others. Failing to do so neglects that responsibility.

Teach me your ways, O Lord

Teach Me Your Ways, O Lord – Psalm 86:11

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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.

a prayer for wisdom

A Prayer for Wisdom from Above – James 1:5-8

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James encourages those who lack the wisdom to face our trials as believers to pray for wisdom. But be sure to pray in faith.