Quotes about Prayer

Philippians 4:6—7: "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Better to admit where you're not and ask God's help to get you where you need to be.

Father, I desire those You have given Me to be with Me where I am. John 17:24

At the beginning of your petitions an answer went out, and I have come to give it, for you are treasured by God. Daniel 9:23

A big difference exists between trying to manipulate God to give us what we want and cooperating with God so He can give us what He wants. The latter is our goal.

If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives to all generously and with- out criticizing, and it will be given to him. James 1:5

Simon, Simon, look out! Satan has asked to sift you like wheat. But I have prayed for you that your faith may not fail. Luke 22:31—32

Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you. James 4:8

Christ gave His life so God could say yes to the fulfillment of His promises in the lives of believing mortals. Therefore, I am utterly convinced that any no an earnestly seeking child of God receives from the Throne is for the sake of a greater yes, whether realized on earth or in heaven.

Prayer matters. It's not just words in the air. The Spirit of God released through our prayers and the prayers of others is enough to turn cowards into conquerors, chaos into calm, cries into comfort.

If knowing God is not your chief motivation for prayer and Bible study, the last thing I want you to feel is guilt. Creating awareness is my goal. Awareness is always the first step to freedom.

Therefore, Your servant has found the courage to pray this prayer to You. 2 Samuel 7:27