Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. -Romans 12:12, ESV
Living under a pandemic, it’s easy to neglect hospitality. Yet the Bible tells us not to forget to show it – not only towards our brothers and sisters but to strangers as well. In doing so, some have entertained angels without knowing it. How can we honor people and show them the love of Christ … Continue reading Prayer that does not neglect hospitality
“When Jesus describes the intimacy he wants with us, he talks about joining us for dinner. ‘Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If any hears my voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and eat with him, and he with me.’ (Revelation 3:20). A praying life feels like our … Continue reading Prayer that invites Jesus to dinner
In 1st Corinthians 1:10, Paul urges the church in Corinth to be united in thought and purpose. We need to pray for this unity, that the Spirit would give us one mind to live in harmony with one another under the authority of Jesus. The reason that this is possible is because in verse 8 … Continue reading Prayer that we would be of one mind
One key reason to pray is because God has commanded us to pray. If we are to be obedient to His will, then prayer must be part of our life in Him…Prayer allows us to participate in God’s works. Does God need our help? No. He is all powerful and in control of everything in … Continue reading Prayer that God permits
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
The Good News of salvation by faith in Jesus Christ leads us into action. To enter into God’s rest, we must first believe in Him. When we truly believe Him, our belief will turn into obedience if we are to receive the Good News. If we do not respond with obedience, we fail to enter … Continue reading Prayer that enters into God’s rest
When we come to God in prayer and seek Him while He may be found (Psalm 32:6), He promises to watch over us and guide us in the way we should go (verses 7-8). Prayer is the way He leads us forward and surrounds us with His unfailing love. Through prayer, we express our devotion … Continue reading Prayer that directs you in the way you should go
This week’s Praying for the World prayer guide examines the global Orthodox Church and calls for renewal, improvement in cross-denominational relationships, and better understanding of other traditions. Our prayer is that God would build His church, and our confidence is that the gates of hell would not prevail against it (Matthew 16:18). As we pray … Continue reading Prayer that God would build His church
Hebrews 2:13 quotes from Isaiah 8:17-18 where we find these words, “I will wait for the Lord, who is hiding his face from the house of Jacob, and I will hope in him. Behold, I and the children whom the Lord has given me are signs and portents in Israel from the Lord of hosts, who dwells on Mount Zion.” (ESV) In “The God … Continue reading Prayer that waits for the Lord
Since Jesus has been given a position and a name higher than the angels, the message that God spoke to us through Him (what we call The Gospel) is greater than the message spoken to us through the angels and the prophets. The angels and prophets both testified of the coming of Jesus as the … Continue reading Prayer that pays closer attention
Prayers for Hope 