Ep. 245 The Often-Overlooked Part of Prayer

Today, I want to dive into an often-overlooked aspect of prayer that many of us miss out on. It's easy to start by asking God for what we want and there's nothing wrong with that. But let's take a deeper look at how some biblical heroes approached prayer.

One of my favorite stories is from the book of Tobit, where we meet Saint Raphael, the Archangel of Healing. We see Tobit and Sarah, both in desperate situations, beginning their prayers with praise, even in their darkest moments. Tobit says, "You are righteous, oh Lord, and all your deeds are just. All your ways are mercy and truth." Similarly, Sarah praises God before expressing her anguish.

Starting our prayers with praise helps us remember who God is and aligns ourselves with His greatness. It’s not just about honoring Him, but also reminding ourselves of His power and presence.

Reflecting on the recent gospel about Jesus calming the storm, we see how crucial faith is. When the disciples were terrified, Jesus asked, "Why are you afraid? Do you not yet have faith?" This is a powerful reminder that, even in our storms, Jesus is with us and can calm our fears with a single word.

In our world today, with so much chaos and anxiety, it's easy to feel like Jesus is asleep and unaware of our struggles. But He is with us, and we need to continuously praise Him, trust in His plans, and remember His power.

So, when you pray, don’t forget to praise God. Recognize who He is and His immense power. Your problems are never too big for Him. I hope you find this message helpful and encouraging. Please like and share this video. God bless you!

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