“I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now…” (Phil. 1:3-5)
Prayer is vital. At the end of the description of the armor of God in Ephesians 6, Paul speaks of the importance of prayer - a glue, of sorts, that holds the armor together in spiritual battle. He asks the Ephesians to join with him in prayer that he may proclaim the gospel fearlessly.
Prayer is relationship. Paul prays for others with joy because of the partnership they have in the gospel. Prayerful communication with God is a deepening of that relationship as well.
Prayer is powerful. James reminds us that the prayer offered in faith can make a sick person well or can bring rain upon the earth. “The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.” James 5:16
In anticipation of our 24-hour Prayer-a-thon next Tuesday, I invite you to continue to be part of the Family of Prayer Warriors for Iron Rose Sister Ministries. We are a family and we cannot do this alone. Thank you and blessings on your weekend.