10 verses about prayer

Through prayer we create a close relationship with the Lord. It is a special moment in mind with the Father that we must cherish and cultivate. We can give him glory, address to him our difficulties, our sorrows, as well as our joys, our gratitude... It is also a time of sharing, during which the Lord wants to speak to us and reveal things to us.

Here are 10 verses that remind us of the importance of prayer and its benefits.

“Always be cheerful. Pray without ceasing. In all things give thanks, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." 1 Thessalonians 5: 16-18 

“But when you pray, go into your room, close your door, and pray to your Father who is there in the secret place; and your Father, who sees in secret, will reward you. » Matthew 6: 6 

“Therefore confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The fervent prayer of the righteous has great effect. » Jacques 5: 16 

“Rejoice in hope. Be patient in affliction. Persevere in prayer. » 12 Romans: 12 

« In praying, do not multiply vain words, like the pagans, who imagine that by dint of words they will be answered. » Matthew 6: 7

“Are any of you sick? Let him call the elders of the church, and let the elders pray for him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. » Jacques 5: 14

“Let us therefore approach with confidence the throne of grace, in order to obtain mercy and to find grace, to be helped in our needs. " Hebrews 4: 16

“But I say to you who hear me: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you” Luke 6: 27-28

“Call on me, and I will answer you; I'll tell you great things, hidden things, That you don't know. » Jeremiah 33: 3

“Cast all your worries on him, for he himself takes care of you. » 1 Stone 5: 7

Writing