Question 134: Why do Christians need to pray? Answer: Because prayer is the most important part of the thankfulness God requires of us. (a) And also because God gives his grace and Holy Spirit only to those who pray continually and groan inwardly, asking God for these gifts and thanking him for them.(b) (a) Ps. 50:14-15; 116:12-19; 1 Thess. 5:16-18 (b) Matt. 7:7-8; Luke 11:9-13 Question 135: How does God want us to pray so that he will listen to us? Answer: First, we must pray from the heart to no other than the one true God, who has revealed himself in his Word, asking for everything he has commanded us to ask for.(a) Second, we must acknowledge our need and misery, hiding nothing, and humble ourselves in his majestic presence. (b) Third, we must rest on this unshakable foundation: even though we do not deserve it, God will surely listen to our prayer because of Christ our Lord. That is what he promised us in his Word. (c) (a) Ps. 145:18-20; John 4:22-24; Rom. 8:26-27; James 1:5; 1 John 5:14-15 (b) 2 Chron. 7:14; Ps. 2:11; 34:18; 62:8; Isa. 66:2; Rev. 4 (c) Dan. 9:17-19; Matt. 7:8; John 14:13-14; 16:23; Rom. 10:13; James 1:6
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Andy has a passion for the Glory of God and the building up of His Church. As Co-Pastor with Don Currin the Truth of God's Word is preached without apology every Lords Day. Andy is also highly involved in open air preaching and ministry to the community and surrounding areas of...
