Prayer is where our inadequacy meets God’s abundance.
As followers of Jesus, there are two guiding commands that shape everything we do: love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, and love our neighbors as ourselves. This isn’t just a lofty ideal; it’s the way of Jesus, the life we’re invited to live out day by day. And one of the most practical ways to embody this is through daily prayer.
Here’s why prayer matters—three reasons to take this ancient practice and weave it into the fabric of your everyday life.
1. We pray because we’re desperate for God.
There’s something humbling about recognizing how deeply we need God—every moment, every day. Hebrews 4:16 says, “Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.” Prayer is where our inadequacy meets God’s abundance. It’s where we come empty-handed, asking Him to fill us.
Think about it: Is there any part of your life that doesn’t need God’s presence? Whether it’s navigating relationships, raising kids, battling anxiety, or simply trying to follow Jesus faithfully, every part of life demands dependence on God. Prayer isn’t just a daily habit—it’s a moment-by-moment posture of dependence. It’s the oxygen for our spiritual lungs. Without it, we suffocate.
2. We pray to enjoy intimacy with God.
Jesus, in His wisdom, taught us something profound about prayer. In Matthew 6:7, He reminds us that our Father already knows what we need before we even ask. Let that sink in. God doesn’t need our updates or bullet points. He isn’t sitting in heaven jotting down our requests like they’re surprising revelations.
Instead, prayer is about relationship. It’s about being with God, delighting in His presence, and being honest about our joys and struggles. Prayer is not just about getting something; it’s about being with Someone. This is why Jesus often withdrew to solitary places to pray. He modeled what it looks like to live in constant connection with the Father. And this kind of intimacy is available to you, too.
3. We pray to partner with God in His work.
Here’s the mystery: God doesn’t need us, but He chooses to use us. Through prayer, we get to join Him in what He’s doing in the world. Scripture is filled with stories of people praying, and God responding in powerful ways. James 5:16 says, “The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” When we pray, we’re not twisting God’s arm; we’re aligning our hearts with His will and stepping into His purposes.
This is what makes prayer so extraordinary. It’s not just about our needs; it’s about God’s kingdom coming on earth as it is in heaven. We bring our prayers to Him, and somehow, in His sovereignty, He invites us to participate in His plan. He moves through our prayers in ways we can’t always see, but we trust His goodness and timing.
A Challenge & Invitation for You
So here’s the invitation: set aside time to pray every day. Find a quiet spot. Start small if you need to. Maybe it’s just five minutes in the morning before the chaos of the day begins. Or maybe it’s a short walk in the evening, pouring out your heart to God. Whatever it looks like, start somewhere.
At Spark Discipleship we’re all about helping you take these next steps in your journey with Jesus together as a married couple. This simple practice of prayer can change everything. It’s not just about transforming your prayer life; it’s about transforming your entire life.
Let’s become people of prayer—people who depend on God, grow closer to Him, and step boldly into His work in the world.
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Together for marriage,
Mike & Holly
