The Privilege of Prayer

Daily Devotional – Thursday, April 5, 2024
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.
Philippians 4:6 (NKJV)

Prayer is a privilege, not just a religious obligation or a practice. It’s a holy dialogue with the All-Powerful God. It is our conduit for communication with our Creator and the lifeblood of our faith.

The Right to Pray

God has kindly given us this privilege and incredibly useful tool to help us navigate through the joys and trials of life. Paul urges, “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.” (Philippians 4:6).

We are welcomed into a very intimate connection with God when we pray. He yearns to be with us in our happiness, to hear our voices, and to hear our worries. It’s easy to let fears and anxieties take over in the rush of daily life. In order to pray, we must give God our cares, anxieties, and wishes and put our faith in His impeccable plan for our life.

The Privilege of Prayer

Furthermore, thanking God for everything that he has done for us is the main goal of prayer. We appreciate God’s generosity and faithfulness in our lives when we come to Him in gratitude. Having gratitude helps us see what we have instead of what we lack.

It is our privilege to pray with fervor, persistence, and expectancy because we know that our prayers have the ability to move mountains. May prayer be the cornerstone of our faith, the source of our fortitude, and the means by which we are able to daily sense God’s presence in our lives.

Prayer
Thank You, Heavenly Father, for the privilege of prayer.