The Meaning of Prayer, by Mercedes E.Gregor-Bennett

1 Thessalonians 5:17-18 Pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is

the will of God for you in Jesus Christ.

THE MEANING OF PRAYER

When I pray it is like ringing the door bell of heaven,

and to open with the key of faith and receive

God’s overflowing wonders!

It is talking to God, even silently,

when my soul whispers things I don’t hear,

telling God my needs .

Prayer is asking the Lord’s mercy upon my life

because only Jesus has the Power to calm the storms

in my life, since even the winds obey Him!

To pray is to look forward for

great changes and miracles to happen,

because God is faithful to His promises.

It is asking Him to dry my tears

with the sunshine of His love, because I know He listens to

prayer and can make my burdens lighter.

To pray is to accept as given, the unseen

things I hope for, and it is feeling

my broken heart whole again in Christ

When my heart is troubled,

I must remember again, to pray, because no one else

can help me but my Heavenly Father.

After prayer, I can see all around me

changes, and often, God reaches out to bless me

through an encouraging friend.

And again I pray with gratitude

to give thanks for the undeserved mercies,

knowing the Lord is always there for me.

When I pray, I know, wonderful things will happen

also in the lives of the people I pray for,

and we all may rejoice in God’s answered prayers!