Prayer is a must for a growing and connected relationship with God. Prayer is to be constant – “Pray without ceasing,” 1 Thessalonians 5:17
Setting aside a strategic time daily to pray is wise and was modeled by Jesus. Below are recommended steps to get you started:
- Designate a daily time that fits our personal physiology and schedule
- Consider using the ACTS model to guide your prayers
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- Adoration – Praise and worship
- Confession – Deal with sin that needs to be confessed and repented of
- Thanksgiving – Display gratitude to God
- Supplication – Make your requests know to God
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Suggested areas for which to pray
- Those who need Christ
- Personal requests/needs
- Family requests/needs
- Church requests/needs
- National issues
- International issues
Consider keeping a journal of your prayer requests and how God is answering your requests