Podcasts about why pray

00;02;30;09 - 00;03;41;11 America's Debt Crisis: U.S. credit rating downgraded by Moody's, S&P, and Fitch, signaling a loss of confidence in America's fiscal stability. National debt nears $30 trillion, reflecting a chronic debt addiction rooted in decades of fiscal mismanagement.00;09;32;08 - 00;10;57;12 Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill": Narrowly passed in the House (215-214), the bill includes tax cuts, no tax on tips/overtime, and border security funding. Critics warn it balloons deficits, lacking fiscal discipline, and mixes popular measures with controversial spending.00;34;20;19 - 00;36;48;05 Scott Adams' Cancer Diagnosis: Dilbert creator Scott Adams announces stage 4 prostate cancer and plans assisted suicide. He admits anti-vaxxers were right about COVID shots but denies a link to his cancer. The host urges prayers for his healing and salvation.00;50;08;20 - 00;57;06;07 David Knight's Stroke Timeline: David Knight suffered strokes on May 7 and 8, 2025, with critical blood pressure (233/150). Surgery on May 12 caused a third stroke and nerve damage. Partial recovery is underway, with gratitude for listener prayers.01;19;39;10 - 01;24;39;29 Why Pray? (C.S. Lewis Institute): Questions why prayer matters if God is omniscient and omnipotent. Biblical passages (e.g., Matthew 7:7) and John Calvin emphasize prayer as essential for receiving God's promises and invoking providence. Failing to pray can forfeit blessings and hinder God's kingdom.01;46;50;27 - 01;49;04;24 Fatal Police Error in New Mexico: New Mexico police killed Robert Dodson in April 2023 at the wrong address during a misdirected call. A judge deemed the shooting “reasonable,” raising concerns about militarized policing and lack of accountability for fatal errors.01;49;35;10 - 01;54;21;22 Epstein's Intelligence Ties: Alan Dershowitz's plea deal for Jeffrey Epstein was influenced by Epstein's alleged Mossad ties, as confirmed by Acosta and other sources. Dershowitz's shifting stance and evidence from former associates highlight Epstein's role in a potential intelligence honeypot operation.02;00;58;27 - 02;07;39;11 Game B's Origins and Influence: Conceived in 2011 by Jim Rutt and Jordan Hall, Game B promotes a trans-political alternative to the two-party system, linked to the Intellectual Dark Web. Figures like Brett Weinstein pushed the Emancipation Party, but critics see it as an influence operation steering toward a technological singularity.02;22;38;03 - 02;29;44;06 Technocratic Dystopia and Ideological Manipulation: Game B's “sense-making” risks brainwashing, while Dark Enlightenment embraces technocracy. Both aim for a noosphere via internet-driven collective intelligence, using spiral metaphors and AI to erode free will, aligning with globalist visions like the UN's AI World Society.02;29;44;06 - 02;37;38;03 Internet of Bio-Nano Things and Smart Cities: The AI World Society pushes smart cities (e.g., C40, Freedom Cities) and human-powered 6G technologies like the Internet of Nano-Bio Things. Ukraine is a central hub, with corporate ESG agendas (e.g., B Corps) enforcing control, masking dystopian surveillance as environmentalism.Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-david-knight-show--5282736/support.

Over the next six weeks, we'll be exploring the powerful link between prayer and renewal, and how we as the church can rekindle our prayer lives. Listen along as we look at the foundations for prayer as we kick off this new series. The video referred to during Matt's talk is from 24/7 Prayer - called 'Why Pray? www.24-7prayer.com/about/why-pray/

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3 Powerful Tips to Improve Your Prayer Life (Part 1) Looking to strengthen your prayer life? In this video, we explore three impactful suggestions to help you pray better: Think Before You Pray – Pause and reflect on who you're speaking to and what's truly on your heart. Borrow a Prayer – Discover how using prayers from Scripture or others can inspire and deepen your own prayers. Keep a Prayer List – Stay organized and focused by writing down your prayer requests and tracking God's faithfulness. To watch "why pray" go here:    • Why Pray? (Matt. 26:41)  

Pastor Garry Clark continues to explore the answers to the question “Why?” In this message he continues to look at one of the most difficult actions of the Christian; talking to our Heavenly Father in PRAYER! Whether it's asking God for help, or simply thanking Him for what He's given us, there are so many blessings that come from prayer!

Pastor Garry Clark continues to explore the answers to the question “Why?” In this message he will take a look at one of the most difficult actions of the Christian; talking to our Heavenly Father in prayer! Whether it's asking God for help, or simply thanking Him for what He's given us, there are so many blessings that come from prayer!

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Why Pray? - KSBC LIVE - 9th of February 2025 Speaker: Rev Peter Nielsen —— To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: http://www.ksbc.org.au/give/​ SHARE Jesus. CARE for people. ENCOURAGE Christian growth. This is the mission of Kilsyth South Baptist Church, led by Pastor Peter Nielsen based in Kilsyth South, Victoria, Australia.

Have you ever wondered what Jesus desires for His followers? Today, we are concluding our series, Why Pray? where we've been studying through John 17. In this passage we see a glimpse of Jesus' prayer life, we see what He was truly concerned about and what was on His heart before His crucifixion. We see in this final section of scripture, what Jesus desires for those who would believe in Him. Jesus desires that we experience God's unity, God's glory, and God's love. Jesus' desire for us is that we would fully bask in His abounding love, joy, and freedom. May we take that step and rest in His plans for us. Entering into prayer to know Him more and become more like Him. So, why pray? To make know God and make Him know. Tune in to the last message of the series, How do I know God? And boldly enter into His presence.

What is intersession? What is our role in the sharing of the gospel? How do we connect with others around our common faith in Christ? in this final message of the Why Pray? series, Pastor Victor Nuwamanya affirms that prayer is a principle action of believers and one of the most important ways we can connect with God and others.  He encourages us to "bother God on behalf of someone."Text: John 17:20 - 26Big Idea: Why Pray? To Know God & Make Him KnownKey Question: What does Jesus desire for His followers?Jesus desires that we experience God's Unity (v. 20 – 23)Jesus desires that we experience God's Glory (v. 24)*Jesus desires that we experience God's Love (v. 25 - 26)*

Today, we are concluding our series, Why Pray? where we've been studying through John 17. In this passage we see a glimpse of Jesus' prayer life, we see what He was truly concerned about and what was on His heart before His crucifixion. We see in this final section of scripture, what Jesus desires for those who would believe in Him. Jesus desires that we experience God's unity, God's glory, and God's love. Jesus' desire for us is that we would fully bask in His abounding love, joy, and freedom. May we take that step and rest in His plans for us. Entering into prayer to know Him more and become more like Him. So, why pray? To make know God and make Him know. Tune in to the last message of the series, How do I know God? And boldly enter into His presence.

Today, we are concluding our series, Why Pray? where we've been studying through John 17. In this passage we see a glimpse of Jesus' prayer life, we see what He was truly concerned about and what was on His heart before His crucifixion. We see in this final section of scripture, what Jesus desires for those who would believe in Him. Jesus desires that we experience God's unity, God's glory, and God's love. Jesus' desire for us is that we would fully bask in His abounding love, joy, and freedom. May we take that step and rest in His plans for us. Entering into prayer to know Him more and become more like Him. So, why pray? To make know God and make Him know. Tune in to the last message of the series, How do I know God? And boldly enter into His presence.

Today, we conclude our Why Pray? sermon series looking at the final words of Jesus' prayer in John 17. As Jesus closes out His prayer, our Lord changes the focus from the those whom He personally invested in, to those who will believe in the gospel in the coming generations. As Jesus' prays, we hear His deep love for all who would believe! Join Pastor Rob Bentz as he shares the final message of our series, How do I Know God?

Prayer is an awkward human expression. Apart from faith it seems to be a silly act. To the Christian though, prayer is an essential expression of belief and reliance on the God of Heaven.  The simple act of prayer is a part of our devotion to the sustaining benevolent father of creation.  In this opening message to the Why Pray? series, Pastor Fikre Prince encourages us to read through John 17 to understand the heart of Jesus through his prayer in the garden before he is crucified.Text: John 17:1-5Big Idea: Why Pray? To glorify God.Key Question: How does prayer glorify God?1.     When we acknowledge God as Father. (v. 1)2.     When we acknowledge Jesus as the Son. (vv. 2-3)3.     When we acknowledge the glory of Christ. (vv. 4-5)

Chapter 17 of John's gospel is the foundation of our sermon series, Why Pray? In today's passage John 17:17-19, we read the words of Jesus as he prays to His Father about where His people can find true and lasting purpose. How can we find purpose? How can we fulfill the purpose God has for us? Listen as Pastor Rob Bentz reflects upon the words of Jesus in our latest sermon, How Do We Know God's Purpose? 

We have been studying John 17 throughout our series, Why Pray? In this passage, we read a prayer that Jesus prayed just hours before His crucifixion. At the Last Supper, we see Him praying to His Father over His disciples and His purpose. Within Christ's prayer, we can find the purpose that He longs for us, His children, to have. Because we're set apart as followers of Christ, our purpose is found in Jesus and built on Him alone. It's all about Jesus. Join us for our latest sermon, How Do We Know God's Purpose for Us? and find out why prayer is so vital to knowing our purpose in Christ.  

Do you ever wonder what your purpose is? How do you find it? Do you even have one? These are questions many of us have wrestled with, but we each have a greater, deeper purpose than we might realize.  We have been studying John 17 throughout our series Why Pray? In this passage, we read a prayer that Jesus prayed just hours before His crucifixion. At the Last Supper, we see Him praying to His Father over His disciples and His purpose. Within Christ's prayer, we can find the purpose that He longs for us, His children, to have. Because we're set apart as followers of Christ, our purpose is found in Jesus and built on Him alone. It's all about Jesus. Join us for our latest sermon, How Do We Know God's Purpose for Us? and find out why prayer is so vital to knowing our purpose in Christ.  

Do you ever wonder what your purpose is? How do you find it? Do you even have one? These are questions many of us have wrestled with, but we each have a greater, deeper purpose than we might realize.We have been studying John 17 throughout our series Why Pray? In this passage, we read a prayer that Jesus prayed just hours before His crucifixion. At the Last Supper, we see Him praying to His Father over His disciples and His purpose. Within Christ's prayer, we can find the purpose that He longs for us, His children, to have. Because we're set apart as followers of Christ, our purpose is found in Jesus and built on Him alone. It's all about Jesus. Join us for our latest sermon, How Do We Know God's Purpose for Us? and find out why prayer is so vital to knowing our purpose in Christ.  

We have been studying John 17 throughout our series, Why Pray? In this passage, we read a prayer that Jesus prayed just hours before His crucifixion. At the Last Supper, we see Him praying to His Father over His disciples and His purpose. Within Christ's prayer, we can find the purpose that He longs for us, His children, to have. Because we're set apart as followers of Christ, our purpose is found in Jesus and built on Him alone. It's all about Jesus. Join us for our latest sermon, How Do We Know God's Purpose for Us? and find out why prayer is so vital to knowing our purpose in Christ.  

Do you ever wonder what your purpose is? How do you find it? Do you even have one? These are questions many of us have wrestled with, but we each have a greater, deeper purpose than we might realize.We have been studying John 17 throughout our series Why Pray? In this passage, we read a prayer that Jesus prayed just hours before His crucifixion. At the Last Supper, we see Him praying to His Father over His disciples and His purpose. Within Christ's prayer, we can find the purpose that He longs for us, His children, to have. Because we're set apart as followers of Christ, our purpose is found in Jesus and built on Him alone. It's all about Jesus. Join us for our latest sermon, How Do We Know God's Purpose for Us? and find out why prayer is so vital to knowing our purpose in Christ.  

Are you confident in your prayers? When you pray do you have confidence that God will hear you or protect you? Maybe you wonder how you can have that confidence. Throughout our series on prayer, we've seen Jesus pray for Himself and his disciples, within His prayer we read of Christ coming into unity with the Father. Today, as we continue in our series, Why Pray? We will continue to see how through prayer we can come to know Christ deeper. Can we be confident when we pray for God's protection? Yes, we can! But to solidify this truth we will see examples from scripture. We can be confident in God's protection because God keeps us in salvation, in His joy, and from the evil one. Why should we pray? To seek God's protection. We don't have to live in fear because we have a Father who is more than able to protect us. Join us in the latest message of the series, Knowing God's Protection, and run to God with all your requests, He is faithful to cover us in His love.  

Today, as we continue in our sermon series, Why Pray?, we see how believers can be confident when we pray for God's protection. Because God keeps us by His grace in salvation, in His joy, and from the evil one. We don't have to live in fear because we have a Father who is more than able, and ultimately desires, to protect us. Listen as Pastor Kevin Pobursky shares our latest sermon, Knowing God's Protection, to help us see that we can run to God with all our requests because He is faithful.

Today, as we continue in our series, Why Pray? We will continue to see how through prayer we can come to know Christ deeper. Can we be confident when we pray for God's protection? Yes, we can! But to solidify this truth we will see examples from scripture. We can be confident in God's protection because God keeps us in salvation, in His joy, and from the evil one. Why should we pray? To seek God's protection. We don't have to live in fear because we have a Father who is more than able to protect us. Join us in the latest message of the series, Knowing God's Protection, and run to God with all your requests, He is faithful to cover us in His love.

Are you confident in your prayers? When you pray do you have confidence that God will hear you or protect you? Maybe you wonder how you can have that confidence. Throughout our series on prayer, we've seen Jesus pray for Himself and his disciples, within His prayer we read of Christ coming into unity with the Father. Today, as we continue in our series, Why Pray? We will continue to see how through prayer we can come to know Christ deeper. Can we be confident when we pray for God's protection? Yes, we can! But to solidify this truth we will see examples from scripture. We can be confident in God's protection because God keeps us in salvation, in His joy, and from the evil one. Why should we pray? To seek God's protection. We don't have to live in fear because we have a Father who is more than able to protect us. Join us in the latest message of the series, Knowing God's Protection, and run to God with all your requests, He is faithful to cover us in His love.  

Today, as we continue in our series, Why Pray? We will continue to see how through prayer we can come to know Christ deeper. Can we be confident when we pray for God's protection? Yes, we can! But to solidify this truth we will see examples from scripture. We can be confident in God's protection because God keeps us in salvation, in His joy, and from the evil one. Why should we pray? To seek God's protection. We don't have to live in fear because we have a Father who is more than able to protect us. Join us in the latest message of the series, Knowing God's Protection, and run to God with all your requests, He is faithful to cover us in His love.

Today, as we continue in our series, Why Pray? We will continue to see how, through prayer, we can come to know Christ deeper. Can we be confident when we pray for God's protection? Yes, we can! But to solidify this truth, we will see examples from scripture. We can be confident in God's protection because God keeps us in salvation, in His joy, and from the evil one. Why should we pray? To seek God's protection. We don't have to live in fear because we have a Father who is more than able to protect us. Join us in the latest message of the series, Knowing God's Protection, and run to God with all your requests, He is faithful to cover us in His love.

Do you get bored or distracted while praying the Rosary? Do friends try to convince you that you're praying meaningless prayers? In this podcast episode, Patrick Madrid explained how the Rosary is basically a Bible study on beads. The Rosary = A Deep Dive into the Life of Jesus The Rosary is not just repetitive prayers: it's a meditation on the entire life of Christ, straight from the Gospels! The Joyful Mysteries? (Annunciation, Visitation, Nativity) → Luke 1-2, Matthew 1 The Sorrowful Mysteries? (Agony in the Garden, Crucifixion) → Matthew 26, John 19 The Glorious Mysteries? (Resurrection, Ascension) → Acts 2, Revelation 12 Even the Luminous Mysteries (Baptism of Jesus, Wedding at Cana) come straight from Scripture! Hail Mary? Straight Out Of Luke! Ever wonder where the Hail Mary comes from? It's word-for-word from the Gospel of Luke: "Hail, full of grace" (Luke 1:28): Angel Gabriel’s greeting "Blessed are you among women..." (Luke 1:42): Elizabeth’s words when Mary visits The second half? A reflection of Mary's intercessory role and the reality that, yeah, we all need prayers now and at the hour of our death. Is Repetition... Bad? Some people say the Rosary is vain repetition, but Patrick claps back with some solid biblical truth: Jesus prayed the same prayer three times in Gethsemane. (Matthew 26) The Psalms? FULL of repetition. (Ever read Psalm 136? "His mercy endures forever" on repeat!) Repetition isn't the issue: empty repetition is. The Rosary is focused, intentional prayer that helps you stay locked on Jesus. Mary: The Ultimate Prayer Partner Why go to Mary? God chose her from eternity to be the Mother of Jesus. She was created without sin (Immaculate Conception: check out Genesis 3:15 and Luke 1). When we ask Mary to pray for us, we’re asking the one who was closest to Jesus on earth and is now crowned in heaven (Revelation 12). Why Pray the Rosary? Patrick explains that if you're struggling with sin or feeling distant from God, the Rosary can you help you to overcome this temptation! It’s a defensive weapon to guard your soul, not some outdated ritual. Think of it as suiting up in the armor of God (Ephesians 6). Bottom Line? The Rosary comes straight from Scripture. It’s a powerhouse prayer that keeps you focused on Jesus while letting His mother intercede for you. So next time you pick up those beads, remember: you're literally praying the Bible.

Have you ever wondered if God is generous? Maybe you have trouble fully understanding what God has given us or if He's given us anything. But we see in scripture that He is generous, giving more than we could ever imagine. As we continue in our series, Why Pray? We will look at how the Lord has been generous towards us. The more time we spend in the Word, the more we will learn God's character. Jesus' heart is for His children and those who will follow Him. He is trustworthy and His Word is true. Christ cares for us deeply and we see that through all He has given us. God has given us to Christ and Christ has given us God's Word. So why should we pray? To know the generosity of God. Join us for the latest message of the series, Is God Generous? And hear how Christ has been greatly generous toward His children.  

Today, we continue the first sermon series of the new year, Why Pray?, as we take an in-depth look at Jesus' words in the High Priestly Prayer from John 17. In this meaningful prayer, we see the heart of Jesus as he begins to pray to the Father. But what Jesus prays might surprise us! He thanks God for two incredibly gifts--a chosen people and the word. Listen as Pastor Rob Bentz shares the latest message in our series, Is God Generous?

Have you ever wondered if God is generous? Maybe you have trouble fully understanding what God has given us or if He's given us anything. But we see in scripture that He is generous, giving more than we could ever imagine. As we continue in our series, Why Pray? We will look at how the Lord has been generous towards us. The more time we spend in the Word, the more we will learn God's character. Jesus' heart is for His children and those who will follow Him. He is trustworthy and His Word is true. Christ cares for us deeply and we see that through all He has given us. God has given us to Christ and Christ has given us God's Word. So why should we pray? To know the generosity of God. Join us for the latest message of the series, Is God Generous? And hear how Christ has been greatly generous toward His children.   

As we continue in our series, Why Pray? We will look at how the Lord has been generous towards us. The more time we spend in the Word, the more we will learn God's character. Jesus' heart is for His children and those who will follow Him. He is trustworthy and His Word is true. Christ cares for us deeply and we see that through all He has given us. God has given us to Christ and Christ has given us God's Word. So, why should we pray? To know the generosity of God. Join us in the latest message of the series, Is God Generous? And hear how Christ has been greatly generous toward His children.

Have you ever wondered if God is generous? Maybe you have trouble fully understanding what God has given us or if He's given us anything. But we see in scripture that He is generous, giving more than we could ever imagine. As we continue in our series, Why Pray? We will look at how the Lord has been generous towards us. The more time we spend in the Word, the more we will learn God's character. Jesus' heart is for His children and those who will follow Him. He is trustworthy and His Word is true. Christ cares for us deeply and we see that through all He has given us. God has given us to Christ and Christ has given us God's Word. So why should we pray? To know the generosity of God. Join us for the latest message of the series, Is God Generous? And hear how Christ has been greatly generous toward His children.  

Have you ever wondered if God is generous? Maybe you have trouble fully understanding what God has given us or if He's given us anything. But we see in scripture that He is generous, giving more than we could ever imagine. As we continue in our series, Why Pray? We will look at how the Lord has been generous towards us. The more time we spend in the Word, the more we will learn God's character. Jesus' heart is for His children and those who will follow Him. He is trustworthy and His Word is true. Christ cares for us deeply and we see that through all He has given us. God has given us to Christ and Christ has given us God's Word. So why should we pray? To know the generosity of God. Join us for the latest message of the series, Is God Generous? And hear how Christ has been greatly generous toward His children.

As we continue in our series, Why Pray? We will look at how the Lord has been generous towards us. The more time we spend in the Word, the more we will learn God's character. Jesus' heart is for His children and those who will follow Him. He is trustworthy and His Word is true. Christ cares for us deeply and we see that through all He has given us. God has given us to Christ and Christ has given us God's Word. So, why should we pray? To know the generosity of God. Join us in the latest message of the series, Is God Generous? And hear how Christ has been greatly generous toward His children.

We begin 2025 with a new sermon series, Why Pray? Throughout our series, we will be looking at Jesus' words in John's gospel. Chapter 17 is the location of Jesus' prayer that scholars call The High Priestly Prayer. In this heartfelt prayer, Jesus begins by modeling something very important to us--when believers pray we bring glory to God. Listen as Pastor Rob Bentz shares the first message in our series, How to Glorify God in Prayer.

This new year we are beginning a new series, Why Pray, looking at the High Priestly prayer Jesus prayed to examine why and how we should pray. So, why should we pray? To glorify God. When we pray, we are entering into a conversation with God, the Holiest of all. He loves to hear from His children and through our time spent in prayer, we get to know who He is and grow in intimacy with our Father. When we acknowledge God as Father, Jesus as Son, and the glory of Christ we are glorifying God through prayer. Join us in the first message of the series, How to Glorify God in Prayer, and learn how we can grow in our prayer lives.

Why do we pray? How should we pray? Questions many of us have likely wondered before. As we strive for growth in our relationships with God, prayer is a main way we get to know who God is and align our hearts with Him. This new year we are beginning a new series, Why Pray, looking at the High Priestly prayer Jesus prayed to examine why and how we should pray. So, why should we pray? To glorify God. When we pray, we are entering into a conversation with God, the Holiest of all. He loves to hear from His children and through our time spent in prayer, we get to know who He is and grow in intimacy with our Father. When we acknowledge God as Father, Jesus as Son, and the glory of Christ we are glorifying God through prayer. Join us in the first message of the series, How to Glorify God in Prayer, and learn how we can grow in our prayer lives.

This new year we are beginning a new series, Why Pray, looking at the High Priestly prayer Jesus prayed to examine why and how we should pray. So, why should we pray? To glorify God. When we pray, we are entering into a conversation with God, the Holiest of all. He loves to hear from His children and through our time spent in prayer, we get to know who He is and grow in intimacy with our Father. When we acknowledge God as Father, Jesus as Son, and the glory of Christ we are glorifying God through prayer. Join us in the first message of the series, How to Glorify God in Prayer, and learn how we can grow in our prayer lives.

Join us as David Valentine concludes his sermon series from Colossians. Today's message, "Why Pray?" Enjoy!

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Today, for Closing the Distance, Rev. Jeff Meyers talked with Diane Duane about Sunday's sermon, "Why Pray?" #roswellpresbyerian #sermonseries #worshipwithus SUBMIT YOUR QUESTION FOR CLOSING THE DISTANCE AT www.roswellpres.org/events/closingthedistance Special Guest: Diane Duane.

A new MP3 sermon from Southside Tabernacle Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Why Pray for All Men? Subtitle: 1 Timothy Speaker: Pastor Clarence Simmons Broadcaster: Southside Tabernacle Baptist Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 8/11/2024 Bible: 1 Timothy 2:1-7 Length: 69 min.

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Continuing the Life in the Spirit series, in this episode "Why Pray in the Spirit?" Pastor Joel Sims reminds us that to walk in the plan God has for our lives, we must speak and pray out that plan, by praying in the Spirit.

Series: I Wonder...Title: I Wonder...Why Pray if God's Will Prevails?Scripture Reading:  James 5:13-18This summer we are diving into your Bible and faith wonderings. If God is sovereign and if His will will always prevail, why pray? If God foreknows what will transpire, is there a point to praying?

Prayer is a powerful and transformative practice that lets us talk to God and connect with him intimately. It is not just a simple conversation but a lifeline that sustains us through every challenge and triumph. Through prayer, we experience our Lord's profound love, guidance, and the unshakable assurance that He loves us. Even when His answers to our prayers take time, God provides what we need in His own way.In this powerful episode of the Revelations Podcast, Reagan invites Laurel Bunker, a dynamic preacher, educator, leader and V.P. of Training and Education at Pulse Evangelism, to talk about the supernatural power of prayer and how it impacts heaven and earth. They discuss in depth what prayer is, why it's important, and how it can change your life by cultivating an intimate relationship with the One True God. Laurel also shares her personal experiences with prayer and how communing with God freed her. Learn about prayer and bring this powerful lifeline that unites you with God into your life.Join us as we delve into the depths of prayer, discovering its ability to empower us against the enemy, break our chains, and draw us closer to the heart of God.Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode:Deepen your understanding of prayer as a lifeline that sustains us as God's children.Find out how prayer lets you talk to God intimately when you pray with honesty and an open heart.Don't be afraid. Learn how prayer can build up your faith and allow Jesus to pull you free from fear.Become Part of Our Mission! Support The Revelations Podcast:Your support fuels our mission to share transformative messages of hope and faith. Click here to learn how you can contribute and be part of this growing community!ResourcesMore from the Revelations Podcast hosted by Reagan Kramer: Website | Instagram | Apple Podcast | YoutubeMaking Jesus Known (Ft. Evangelist Nick Hall)Listening to the Word of God: How We Can Let God Lead In Our Lives (Ft. Pastor Tom Flaherty)The Voice of God (Ft. Courtnay Suter)Pulse EvangelismConnect with Laurel Bunker: WebsiteBible Verses:Ephesians 4:11Exodus 20Acts 17: 22 - 34John 17Daniel's Prayer: Daniel 9Hannah's Prayer 1 Samuel 2: 2 - 10Esther's Request for Prayer Esther 4: 15-17Romans 8:34Hebrews 7:25Revelations 12:11Isaiah 40Ephesians 6: 10 - 20Acts 9Matthew 24Psalm 51 Psalm 139This Episode is brought to you by Advanced Medicine AlternativesGet back to the active life you love through natural & regenerative musculoskeletal healing: https://www.georgekramermd.com/Episode Highlights[02:42] Laurel's Role at Pulse EvangelismLaurel's new position in training and education at Pulse Evangelism involves building an international evangelism center.The center will train 18 to 30-year-olds in evangelism, prayer, and discipline. It aims to train people to talk to God, share their faith, and evangelize without fear.[04:44] Daughter of the Most High KingLaurel first experienced a rigid relationship with God, driven by fear and duty rather than love. She was taught to fear Him and felt at fault for Christ's suffering and sacrifice.She learned the truth in college. Laurel realized God's love for her and changed her perspective as the daughter of the High King.Your relationship with Christ and how you see yourself in the eyes of God changes your Christian life.Laurel lived in fear and was bound by it. Jesus pulled her free so that she could move in Him and talk to God without fear.Don't simply listen and believe what others say. You also need to examine what you believe and study it. Use the Word of God and the many resources we have today to stand boldly in our faith.[21:11] What Is Prayer and Why Is It An Integral Part of Your Life?Prayer is the heart's posture and soul's surrender in communion with God. We need to focus our hearts and minds on our time and conversation with God.Even if God knows everything, He still wants to hear from you and communicate with love through prayer. [22:46] Laurel: “When we have both our heart and our soul, in communion with God, without fear or shame, we can communicate with the one who loves us and knows us best.” Like in any relationship, communication is important. Talk to God. Maintain your union with Him through communion in prayer.Pray to the One True God and not to any false gods. Don't let idols distract and divide your heart and mind.A lot of people were never taught about prayer. However, it's important to learn about prayer, fasting, and meditating on God's Words to keep you focused on your intimate relationship with God.[30:42] Understanding Prayer in the Word of GodLaurel talks about John 17, the moment when Jesus is preparing to sacrifice Himself to take on our sins. He prays not just for His disciples but also for His future believers.Daniel's prayer, Hannah's prayer, and Esther's prayer show their honesty and their hearts on display as they pray to God. It is this honesty and knowledge that they can go to God for grace and help that is in these prayers.Jesus is constantly interceding and fighting for us. He prays for us, the Holy Spirit is with us, and angels watch over us to protect us.Even when you're too busy or have no words, you can do it anywhere and however short or long. It doesn't have to be perfect.Beyond the power of prayer in strengthening our intimate relationship with God, it also aligns our minds and prepares and protects us. Prayer is a part of our armor.[49:38] Living a Prayer LifeGod listens and recognizes our pain. He might not always act on it how and when we want Him to but it's important to trust Him.Understand God's character and His many names. From El Roi, Jehovah Shalom, and more, these names help you understand the vastness and multifaceted nature of God.We know Jesus from a human point of view. However, we can know Him differently and remember how we're made new through His sacrifice.Coming together in prayer can be powerful. Laurel and Reagan talk about their tabernacle experience where they felt the Holy Spirit come and sit with them.Read the Scripture and the conversations between God and His people. The simple personal prayers based on His Word can be the most powerful.[01:05:30] The Power of Praying Out LoudPraying out loud is a proclamation of faith. It is a way to decree and declare God's truth and authority.With His absolute authority, prayer pushes back the enemy and denies the power of what Satan speaks.As we pray, it's important to believe in God's strength especially when you are weak.Prayer and God's Word can pull you out of negative emotions and situations, just like how Laurel was pulled out of her fear by building her faith through prayer.Don't be afraid, the Lord is with you. Get past the fear and resignation to go and spread the gospel and faith. [01:13:53] Reagan: “Proclaim who Jesus is and that you are covered in the blood of Christ so that the enemy can't touch you. There is power in speaking that out loud that the enemy knows that you are speaking in your authority in shutting the door.”[01:14:17] Why Pray?Prayer is a gift that was given to us, no strings attached; all you have to do is accept it.Know that God responds, He hears, sees, knows, understands, and loves us.In your relationship with God, commune with him. Talk to God and let him know that you love Him. Know too that God loves you.It's worth cultivating your relationship with God so that you can stand before Him and worship Him for what He's done.[01:17:22] Laurel's Answered PrayerGod has always opened a door for Laurel when one closes as she applies for a job.However, that didn't happen for Laurel. Instead, God answered in a different way by providing rest, allowing her to preach, and travel the world. [01:19:03] Laurel: “Answered prayer oftentimes doesn't come in one giant perfected, tied with a bow, answer. Sometimes it comes unrolling something where you get bit by bit.” Stepping into a new season of life for Laurel, her answered prayer was revealed little by little.It is through this time of elongated prayer that she was able to get to know God, talk to God, cultivate an intimate relationship with Him, and learn to forgive and trust.God wants you. He is listening. The first step to communicating with God is to receive Him as your Lord and Saviour.About LaurelLaurel Bunker is a dynamic preacher, educator, and leader with over 30 years of experience in ministry, higher education, and non-profit sectors. Recently, she joined Pulse Evangelism as the Vice President of Training and Education. Laurel's ministry extends nationwide. Her deep love for Jesus and commitment to mentoring others reflect her life's mission to empower and uplift communities.Learn more about Laurel and her work on her website.Enjoyed this Episode?If you did, subscribe and share it with your friends!Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning in, then leave us a review. You can also share this with your friends and family. This episode dives into the importance of prayer in our lives and how it can be our lifeline to faith by letting us talk to God.Have any questions? You can connect with me on Instagram.Thank you for tuning in! For more updates, tune in on Apple Podcasts. 

Have you ever wondered sometimes, why should I even pray? Does it really accomplish anything? And sometimes when I did pray, my prayers never seemed to get answered. Also, maybe you were never really taught how to pray or know how to pray. So, it is just easier to not pray at all. Even worse, maybe you don’t think God will hear your prayers because you don’t act or think right all the time and struggle with sin. And what really is prayer? We have all probably thought some of these things over our lives. If we are even wanting to try to live a biblical based life, we have had to confront these questions or issues. Jesus prayed a lot. He gave many examples on how to pray and the bible is full of ideas on praying. This message just sticks to the very basics of prayer. It is hoped it will give you a jump start if you have never prayed and will encourage you to continue in prayer if you are in the habit of praying.

Have you ever wondered sometimes, why should I even pray? Does it really accomplish anything? And sometimes when I did pray, my prayers never seemed to get answered. Also, maybe you were never really taught how to pray or know how to pray. So, it is just easier to not pray at all. Even worse, maybe you don’t think God will hear your prayers because you don’t act or think right all the time and struggle with sin. And what really is prayer? We have all probably thought some of these things over our lives. If we are even wanting to try to live a biblical based life, we have had to confront these questions or issues. Jesus prayed a lot. He gave many examples on how to pray and the bible is full of ideas on praying. This message just sticks to the very basics of prayer. It is hoped it will give you a jump start if you have never prayed and will encourage you to continue in prayer if you are in the habit of praying.

Billions of people around the world pray memorized prayers. But do they get answers to their prayers? Do you get answers to YOUR prayers? Are prayers just talking to ourselves? Or is there a real God who answers prayer? Are there practical keys and strategies for answered prayer? Your Bible gives practical keys to answered prayer. Our free study guide, TWELVE KEYS TO ANSWERED PRAYER, will help inspire your prayer life and help change your life for the better. Be sure to write down the contact information to order your free copy. Jesus' disciples asked Him, “Lord, teach us to pray, as John also taught his disciples.” That's in Luke 11:1. Jesus then gave them the model prayer or the outline prayer. Perhaps you have memorized it and repeat it often. But do you pray with meaning? You need to know five keys for answered prayer. You can have an amazing and abundant life following these keys from your Bible!

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