23 December 2009

How The Apostle Paul Prayed

The Apostle Paul must have spent many hours in prayer. In his Epistles it is recorded that he constantly remembered Christians all over the world in his prayers. Here are some of His prayers and the results of each prayer. He states in Romans 1:9-10 God…is my witness how constantly I remember you in my prayers at all times; in I Cor. 1:4 I always thank God for you. And…we have not stopped praying for you… (Col. 1:9)

Ways that Paul prayed

I pray that now at last by God's will the way may be opened for me to come to you.(Rom. 9:10)

Paul prayed to be with his brothers and sisters often to teach and encourage them and be encouraged.

My heart's desire and prayer to God for the Israelites is that they may be saved. (Rom. 10:1)

Now we pray to God that you will not do anything wrong. (2 Cor. 13:79)

And our prayer is for your perfection. (2 Cor. 13:9)

How Paul asked others to pray for him

Paul, who was a great man of God, with great power from the Lord, was neither bashful nor ashamed to ask for prayer for himself. In the same way, ask your Christian friends to pray for you in these ways.

I urge you, brothers, by our Lord Jesus Christ and by the love of the Spirit, to join me in my struggle by praying to God for me.

Pray that I may be rescued from the unbelievers in Judea and that my service in Jerusalem may be acceptable to the saints there.

(Rom. 15:30, 31)

On him we have set our hope that he will continue to deliver us, as you help us by your prayers. Then many will give thanks on our behalf for the gracious favor granted us in answer to the prayers of many.

(1 Cor. 2: 10-11)

Pray also for me, that whenever I open my mouth, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel, for which I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I may declare it fearlessly, as I should. (Eph. 6:19, 20)

Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ, for which I am in chains. Pray that I may proclaim it clearly, as I should. (Col. 4:2-4)

Brothers, pray for us that the message of the Lord may spread rapidly and be honored, just as it was with you. And pray that we may be delivered from wicked and evil men, for not everyone has faith.

(2 Thes. 3:1, 2)

How often did Paul pray!

God … is my witness how constantly I remember you in my prayers at all times; (Rom. 1:9)

We always thank God for all of you, mentioning you in our prayers.

(1 Thes. 1:2)

Night and day we pray most earnestly that we may see you again and supply what is lacking in your faith. (1 Thes. 3:10)

Night and day I constantly remember you in my prayers. (2 Tim. 1:3)

Other quotes by Paul about prayer

Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. (Rom. 12:12)

To married couples concerning sexual intimacy: Do not deprive each other except by mutual consent and for a time, so that you may devote yourselves to prayer. (1 Cor. 7:5)

And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the saints. (Eph.:6:18)

Yes, and I will continue to rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and the help given by the Spirit of Jesus Christ, what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance. (Phil. 1:19)

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. (Phil. 4:6)

Epaphras … is always wrestling in prayer for you, that you may stand firm in all the will of God, mature and fully assured. (Col. 4:12)

Pray continually; (1Thes. 5:17)

I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone— for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. (1Tim. 2:1, 2)

I want men everywhere to lift up holy hands in prayer, without anger or disputing. (1Tim. 2:8)

The widow who is really in need and left all alone puts her hope in God and continues night and day to pray and to ask God for help. (1Tim. 5:5)

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