The disciples asked Jesus to teach them how to pray. He responded with a wonderful outline starting with where to begin and how we should end. Jesus began with saying, “Our Father in heaven.” (Matthew 6:9) How beautiful! Recognition that God is our Father and we belong to Him is the first place to start. It is good to remind ourselves that we are beloved children of God. Our heavenly Father loves us. (John 3:16) The next step on this journey of prayer is worship. Our God is sovereign and our affirmation of who He is, and the truth that.

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“For I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that He is able to keep that which I have committed unto Him against that day.” ~ 2 Timothy 1:12 Until we know the depth of His love, we will never truly experience the confidence that comes from knowing beyond a shadow of a doubt, that we are loved by God and called for His purpose. That confidence comes when we understand who we are in Christ. One of the most beautiful and powerful passages of scripture is the Apostle Paul’s prayer for realization of the power that works in.

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Help us, O God our Savior, for the glory of your name; deliver us and forgive our sins for Your name’s sake. why should the nations say, “Where is their God?” ~Psalm 79:9, 10 Prayer is communication with the Creator of the Universe. He is God and above Him there is no other. Understanding the prominent, or actually the preeminent place, prayer must have in the life of the believer is essential for spiritual growth, stability and balance. Our relationship with God is established through our communion with Him and our prayer life is the strengthening foundation of that relationship..

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