Prayer

Article by Sam Storms Pastor, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma There is, admittedly, a lot we don’t know or understand about prayer. How it is incorporated into the way a sovereign God providentially governs the universe remains largely a mystery. Why some prayers are answered swiftly, and others slowly, and some not at all, often baffles us. But […]

“I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people — for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.” (1 Timothy 2:1-2, NIV) Heavenly Father, thank you for those who have been entrusted with the high […]

Lord, Father all-powerful, and ever-living God, I thank you, for even though I am a sinner in the kindness of your mercy you have fed me with the precious body and blood of your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ. I pray that this holy communion may not bring me condemnation and punishment but forgiveness and […]

1. Thank God for Them Paul says that he always thanks God for the Colossians when he prays for them (Colossians 1:3). Nothing releases the flow of Holy Spirit over your life than being thankful. You can never go wrong with this step. Thanksgiving reminds you of your love for them, and love is the […]