The Church and Prayer

Today I wanted to jot down some of my thoughts on the church and why its communication with God is so important.

Prayer

Prayer life and communion with God is one of the most vital and important aspects of the upward ministry to God of His children (Matt. 6:9). Spending time with the Creator and Sustainer of ministry is vital and is a key aspect in our love for Him (1 John 4:7-10). Continually talking with God and then listening to what He says and how He leads is a major factor in the guiding of the church and its leaders (Matt.6:13). If we are to follow God and let Him lead the church, connecting with Him through prayer is a must. This is the spiritual heartbeat of God’s people. If His church is not talking with God and allowing time to listen, then His ministry and ultimately His reputation will not be God honoring and this will lead to destruction and idolatry (Gal. 4:6). A praying church is a wise church and follows the example of Christ and also Paul who each spent much time in prayer with God. Another important aspect of a church’s prayer life should be the time it spends praying for each other and lifting each other up in prayer. The church is commanded to love one another (1 Peter 4:8) and what better ways to show love one for another than bringing each other before the throne and bringing their needs to God, who is the perfect Shepherd. It is sung, “They will know we are Christians by our love”. I believe it is true of the church and its prayer life. You will know a true God honoring and God loving church by prayer.