Now, more than ever, prayer is paramount in our daily lives. However, this issue requires a question we must answer.
How do we pray?
Like anything else, it requires practice, building our spiritual muscles, if you will.
We accomplish this by reading and listening to the Word of God, as we attend Bible study and services, along with fellowshipping with others. As we pray, whether separately or together, this forms a deeper and more intimate relationship with one another— and with God. Also, don't worry about not having the right words to say; it's not a contest. God will know what you are communicating to Him.
If one prays only for themselves, this is a glaring example of leading a life of selfishness. Do not pray only for yourself, but intercede on behalf of others, even those you do not know personally.
Pray for people who are sick and hungry in America, for the people of Gaza, people in Sudan, and Ukraine. Pray for your neighbors. Most difficult of all, pray for people you may not like, for we are all part of God's Kingdom.
Also, we shall pray FOR someone, not TO someone. Political figures ARE NOT God. So, yes, we can pray for a president, but not to a president.
Regarding prayer, we should seek to emulate Jesus Christ. He gave Himself as a ransom for our sins and prayed for ALL people. Prayer makes us empathetic towards others and strengthens our relationship with God.
In conclusion, how do we continue to move forward and live in this chaotic world?
Keep on praying, y'all!
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