1 Thessalonians 5:17
1 Thessalonians 5:17
Pray without ceasing.
In our search for the perfect way to pray, we often overlook the fact that God simply desires us to have a continuous connection with him regardless of the type, the timing, or even the words we use. As Paul instructed in 1 Thessalonians 5:17, we should never stop praying. When we pray, some people believe our eyes must be closed, and others believe we must pray according to a script or for a specific amount of time. Prayer without ceasing, however, prevails over all of these guidelines. God desires a continuous connection with you rather than a format. You can pray on your knees, or you can pray standing up. You can pray in the morning or while you are lying in bed at night. You can pray out loud or simply whisper, “Help me, Lord,” when you’re in trouble. Even when you don't know what to pray for, you can pray for the Holy Spirit to guide you in your prayers and let God speak to you. We can learn a lot about prayer from the Word of God, but what God wants most is our unceasing prayers. The more you pray, the deeper your relationship with God becomes, and the more clearly you'll recognize His voice.
Matthew 6:6
But thou, when thou prayest, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly.
Matthew 26:41
Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.
Matthew 6:9
After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.
Romans 8:26
Likewise the Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered.