Biblical Teaching on Prayer

1 Peter 4:7

The end of all things is near. Therefore be alert and of sober mind so that you may pray.
~ Apostle Peter

Pondering Point

Peter’s point: Be alert and sober-minded SO THAT you can pray. OK – I’m supposed stay alert and sober-minded. Got it. But behind this basic teaching about prayer is another lesson to be mined: People, situations, environments and times can compromise your ability to pray. Ask: What is currently hindering or compromising my prayer life? What scenarios lead to absent-mindedness with me, impeding my prayer walk with God?

Prayer

Father God, let me use my mind – a gift from You – to honor You. Help me fight dullness, distraction, absent-mindedness and pre-occupation with lesser things. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.

Prayer Thoughts
Chapter 33
Desire

Psalm 37:4

Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart.

No human heart is outside the reach of God’s love. We know God is always with us. How daring are you when it comes to sharing your desires with God? As we come to Him with our requests, we can be sure that He will hear our petitions and help us. He is never too busy to stop and listen and then answer the prayers of those who delight in Him. When we prioritize God and his values; He will reward and satisfy us in the end.

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