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Let Us Pray

    A simple reminder today of what a difference we can make, simply by talking to God. The importance of prayer is mentioned multiple times in the Bible. The reason it is so important is because it changes things! Our prayers allow for Jesus to intercede into the world's circumstances. When we call upon His name, we use His authority to change our conditions. This is why the Acts church was devoted to prayer.

    Make sure that you are taking time to ask Jesus to intervene in your life and the lives of those around you. Seek Jesus for His guidance and power for it is solely through Him that change is possible. It doesn't have to be a lengthy, ritualistic event. Simply ask Him anytime, anywhere when something comes up and wait patiently for Him to answer. His answers are rarely in our timing or by our methods, but trust in His infinite wisdom and faithfulness that He will come through. Sometimes the only thing we can do is pray, so be obedient to Him and do not neglect to do so.

Colossians 4:2 Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. (NIV)

Acts 2:42 And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. (ESV)

Philippians 4:6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. (ESV)

1 Thessalonians 5:17 Pray without ceasing (ESV)

Ephesians 6:18 Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere. (NLT)

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