The Privilege of Prayer – Matthew 6:5-13
Prayer! What a wonderful, and often underutilized, privilege we have. The creator and ruler of the universe invites us into his presence.
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! What a wonderful, and often underutilized, privilege we have. The creator and ruler of the universe invites us into his presence.
Are miracles real? A miracle is by definition at act of God. So if God exists, and I believe he does, they should be expected to occur.
Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. Nothing needs saying.
In Jesus parable, two men went up to pray. One was self-righteous, and not heard by God. The other humbled himself, and was exalted by God.
The parable of the persistent widow teaches us to be faithful in bringing our needs before God. He loves us and will respond. In his time.
The example of the early church provides us with a successful template for being the church today. Be devoted to God and the body of Christ.
I love Jesus example of going out into the mountains to pray. I enjoy the time when I can get out like that and spend time alone with God.
What would Jesus’ parable of two men going to pray look like in today’s world. Might it be a Baptist deacon and a common prostitute?
What form does you prayer take? Is if like text messaging, or maybe emails? Or do you take the time to sit at his feet and just be with him?