(John 15:5)…..5 “I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit; for without Me you can do nothing. So you got up this morning to pray and then to spend some time in God’s word. I hope it is a very blessed time for you. I know it is for me. If I could, let me share with you some things on prayer, so it might help you in your prayer life.
There are three reasons to pray: for God’s benefit, for your benefit, and for the benefit of others.
To Benefit God…..Just as earthly parents enjoy talking with their child, our Heavenly Father enjoys hearing from you. Your prayer life can be one of praise towards Him, or thankfulness, or confession, intercession, supplication, etc. In whatever the situation God wants it to be an intimate with Him. Have you thought about that, ever?
To Benefit You…..Prayer is communication with God. It includes listening, discussion, and giving thanks, and not just asking for things. Do you have a relationship with the Living God? Well then, A relationship requires communication. Your relationship with the Lord will never grow without communication. Time spent in prayer helps you stay tuned-in spiritually, and it helps remaining sensitive to God. Prayer keeps you “connected” with God. It helps keep your focus on God and how great He is. Prayer is a way of humbling yourself and is the opposite of doing things by yourself. Receiving direction from God is the greatest help you can get. Also, talking with God forces you to honestly face your situation for you know you cannot fool God.
To Benefit Others…..All around us, people are in great need. Through prayer we can appropriate heavenly help on their behalf. God can do more in one minute than you can do in a lifetime. So let’s be in prayer for one another. Let me know your prayer need, and I will pray with you. Just write to
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