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Colossians 1:11 We also pray that you will be strengthened with all his glorious power so you will have all the endurance and patience you need. May you be filled with joy…
Imagine sitting in a circle with some friends. You’ve just finished another Bible Study or Small Group discussion and you’re going to close your time together with some time in prayer. What kind of prayer requests are shared with the group? Perhaps something like:
Pray for my grandmother. She’s having hip replacement surgery next week and the rehab will be long and difficult.
Pray for a friend at work who recently learned he has cancer.
Pray for me. I’m going through a difficult season at work.
While praying for these types of requests is encouraged, prayer can be about so much more. Take the opportunity to read this previous post which is a compilation of Paul’s prayers throughout the New Testament. Then consider what steps you can begin to take to grow deeper in your own prayer life.
READING & PRAYERS:
COLOSSIANS 1:9-14, PSALM 116:1-14 (also read the commentary notes in your Study Bible of choice.)
QUESTION & PRAYER: Take an extended period of time today to slowly read through Paul’s prayers at the website link provided in today’s reading. Write down at least 8-10 specific things Paul prayed for. Then write out your own prayer to God, offering a similar prayer for your family and friends.
DIGGING DEEPER: Consider reading the prayer you wrote out to a loved one, your family, Community Group, or another group of friends.
Take a Step: Practice listening to God by utilizing the One Minute Pause app at least twice a day.
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