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Prayer is one of the greatest privileges that God has given His children. (I Timothy 2:5
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He speaks to us through His Son (Hebrews 1:1-2.
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His children speak to Him through His Son. (I Timothy 2:5
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“The Man, Jesus Christ” made this possible.
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He is mediator of the New Covenant (Hebrews 8:6.
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Elements of acceptable prayer
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To Deity (Colossians 1:3
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Through our mediator, the MAN Jesus (I Timothy 2:5
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In faith (James 1:6-7
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If it be God’s will (I John 5:14
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With the spirit and understanding (I Corinthians 14:15
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With the right motives (James 4:3
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Be forgiving (Mark 11:25-26
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Be a doer of His will (I John 3:22
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Pray frequently
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Romans 12:12 - Continue instant in prayer.
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Ephesians 6:18 - Pray always.
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I Thessalonians 5:17 - Pray without ceasing.
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Luke 11:1-8 - Be importunate in prayer.
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But how and whose prayer is answered?
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How?
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We can only know that which is revealed.
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In spiritual things (Luke 23:34
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In physical things (James 5:17-18
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Whose?
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I Peter 3:12 - If one is not a Christian, he is void of all spiritual blessings, including prayer and hope of eternal life.
JJ
January 29, 2012
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