Psalm 55:17
Psalm 55:17
Evening, and morning, and at noon, will I pray, and cry aloud: and he shall hear my voice.
Devotion to prayer is a key aspect of a strong relationship with God. The psalmist’s commitment to pray three times a day—morning, noon, and evening—shows the importance of maintaining a constant conversation with God. This is a model for how we should approach prayer: with consistency, perseverance, and a heart of devotion. Prayer is not just for moments of crisis but for everyday life, allowing us to maintain closeness with God throughout the day. When we cry aloud to God, we acknowledge our dependence on Him and trust that He hears us. The faithfulness of God to answer our prayers encourages us to remain devoted to seeking Him at all times. Prayer strengthens our faith, keeps us close to God, and helps us persevere through life’s challenges. This verse teaches us that prayer is an ongoing dialogue with God, a way to deepen our intimacy with Him and trust in His ability to meet our needs.
Psalm 145:18
The Lord is nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth.
Matthew 6:5
And when thou prayest, thou shalt not be as the hypocrites are: for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and in the corners of the streets, that they may be seen of men.
Proverbs 15:29
The LORD is far from the wicked: but he heareth the prayer of the righteous.
Acts 6:4
But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word.