Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. -Romans 12:12, ESV
The sense of longing that we all feel in this life is a reflection of our mourning with all creation what was lost in the Fall of mankind when we sinned against God and were kicked out of the Garden. But rather than trying to get back to the Garden, instead we can look forward … Continue reading Prayer that looks forward to a new heaven and a new earth
When we speak to God in humble repentance by turning to Him for forgiveness, we invite His Word to come and live in us. He has already covered our sin by the blood of the lamb if we would accept His sacrifice freely offered for us. There is salvation in no else. Only our God … Continue reading Prayer that God’s words are in us and His hand upon us
God’s promise about entering into His Sabbath rest still stands today (Hebrews 4:1). In fact, when God promises something, you can rest assured that it will come to pass. His promises never fail. In the Bible, Jacob left home after stealing the birthright from Esau, and God appeared to him in a dream. In that … Continue reading Prayer that God’s promises never fail
Emmitt Mitchell and James Spencer of Moody Center respond to recent events with a call for the church to take action, starting with prayer: Toward the end of The Christian Imagination: Theology and the Origins of Race by Willie James Jennings, Jennings expresses a desire for the church with which we resonate deeply. He writes, ‘I yearn for … Continue reading Prayer that God would give us faith, wisdom and resolve
Jesus loves the little children. This week’s Praying for the World prayer guide focuses on children at risk due to neglect, abuse, war and disasters. Our prayer is that God would reveal His grace to them and that they would find healing and protection in Him. As we pray for opportunities to show compassion towards … Continue reading Prayer that little children come to Jesus
Prayers for Hope 