Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. -Romans 12:12, ESV
The growth of prayer for Muslims and response by Muslims to the Good News is no coincidence. This week’s Praying for the World prayer guide calls attention to the Islamic world and Iran in particular. As we pray, our desire is for God’s peace to transcend all understanding and break down barriers that oppose the … Continue reading Prayer that leads peaceful quiet lives
The Holy Spirit is a life-giver. He works to bring the gift of new birth and renewal to those who have been called to faith and belief in Jesus Christ. Jesus even proclaims the Holy Spirit’s work. “Jesus answered, “Very truly I tell you, no one can enter the kingdom of God unless they are born … Continue reading Prayer that we are free by the power of the Holy Spirit
Where is your happy place? Where do you go to put your mind at ease? Or are you too busy or preoccupied to find peace? Say goodbye to busyness and get alone with Jesus. Lily Dunbar writes, I’ve decided to break up with busy. My schedule will not longer be the boss of me. I … Continue reading Prayer that dwells in peaceful places
In times of uncertainty when we feel like we are stuck spinning our wheels, we press on through the power of prayer. We hold on to Jesus and make His salvation our own because He holds on to us and has made us His own prized possession (Philippians 3:12). To find the strength to move … Continue reading Prayer that keeps moving forward
Following Paul’s opening greeting to the church in Rome, he immediately starts by thanking God for their faith that is known throughout the whole world (Romans 1:8). He expresses his affection and joy for them by constantly remembering them in his prayers, and praying that he might be able to come to them and be … Continue reading Prayer that connects us together
For this Easter, Debbie McDaniel prays, “Dear God, Thank you that you make all things new. Thank you for the victory and power in your Name. Thank you that you hold the keys over death, that by your might, Jesus was raised from the grave, paving the way for us to have new life with you. Thank … Continue reading Prayer that gives us the victory
Prayers for Hope 