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"What a privilege to carry everything to God in prayer!" How many of you remember hearing that in church? Surely the writer of that beloved hymn knew the importance of prayer, and we should too. Let's take a look at what the Bible says about prayer, and perhaps we can take it into consideration during the new year. As the songwriter said, prayer is a privilege. In Hebrews 4:16, we are given the wonderful opportunity to come directly and boldly to God. The Old Testament believers were not given that. They saw the veil that separated them from the Holy of Holies. That is why we should never take prayer for granted. A direct line to God is something that humanity needs to take a hold of! Prayer should be a priority. Jesus set the example for us many a-times. What's the first thing He did at the break of dawn? He prayed. What about when He was about to face the cross? He still prayed. He commanded us in Luke 18:1 to always pray and not faint. He again states in Matthew to make it a priority, to seek God first. Prayer is part of a two-way relationship. What good would your relationship be with your partner, friend, or spouse if you never communicated? It'd be void...dead. When you pray, you're not merely treating God like a spiritual vending machine. He says in Jeremiah 33:3 that if we call on Him, He'd answer. The prophet Isaiah shows us that we are to respond to God as well (6:8). Take a look at Samuel. God called upon him, and after a few tries and a nudge from his teacher, Samuel answered and opened himself to whatever God had in store. Lastly, prayer must always be outlined according to God's will. This has been said so many times, but more than likely, it's not going to be God's will for you to have that new fancy 2019 model car. He wants you to be satisfied with what you have right now. He says in 1 John to ask in His name according to His will and He will supply. What have you learned about prayer? Feel free to share! (Hey! A rhyme!)
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