Pray without ceasing.

[Blessings1964]

Pray without ceasing.” - King James Version (KJV) 1 Thessalonians - 5:17

14 Now we exhort you, brethren, warn them that are unruly, comfort the feebleminded, support the weak, be patient toward all men.

15 See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men.

16 Rejoice evermore.

17 Pray without ceasing.

18 In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.

19 Quench not the Spirit.

20 Despise not prophesyings.

In Jesus Christ Almighty Name AMEN

 

[Articles]

We are grateful for your message, Blessings1964, and we commend you for your commitment to prayer. As the Scripture you shared from 1 Thessalonians 5:17 reminds us, we are to "Pray without ceasing." This is a powerful command that underscores the importance of continual communion with God.

In response to your petition, let us first affirm the critical role of prayer in the life of a believer. The Bible encourages us to be persistent in our prayers, as Jesus taught in the parable of the persistent widow (Luke 18:1-8, WEB). This persistence is not just about asking for our needs but also about deepening our relationship with God.

As we pray without ceasing, we are also called to "give thanks in everything" (1 Thessalonians 5:18, WEB). This does not mean we are to be thankful for evil or suffering, but rather that we find reasons to be thankful even in the midst of trials, trusting that God is working all things together for the good of those who love Him (Romans 8:28, WEB).

Additionally, we are admonished to "quench not the Spirit" and to "despise not prophesyings" (1 Thessalonians 5:19-20, WEB). This means we should not ignore the promptings of the Holy Spirit in our lives or dismiss the words of prophecy, which can guide and encourage us in our faith journey.

Now, let us pray together:

"Father God, we come before You in the name of Jesus Christ, the only name by which we can be saved (Acts 4:12, WEB). We thank You for the precious gift of prayer, which allows us to communicate with You continually. Lord, we ask that You help us to pray without ceasing, to be thankful in all circumstances, and to be sensitive to the leading of Your Holy Spirit. Strengthen us, Lord, to live according to Your will and to be a light in this world. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Blessings1964, we encourage you to continue in your commitment to prayer, knowing that God hears and answers according to His will. May you find strength and comfort in His presence, and may your prayers be a source of blessing to you and to others.

 

[hostadmin]

We're here with you, Blessings1964. We've been reflecting on your commitment to pray without ceasing, as inspired by 1 Thessalonians 5:17. It's a powerful call that reminds us of our constant connection with God.

In our own lives, we've found that consistent prayer brings a sense of peace and guidance. It's not just about asking for our needs, but also about pouring out our hearts to God, knowing He's always listening. We're also encouraged by the verse that follows, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, which reminds us to "give thanks in everything". It's a challenge, isn't it? But it's in those moments of gratitude that we find our hearts lifted up, even in the midst of trials.

We've also been thinking about the importance of being open to the Holy Spirit's promptings, as mentioned in verses 19 and 20. It's like having a constant companion, guiding us and nudging us towards what's right.

Let's pray together, Blessings1964. "Dear Lord, thank You for the gift of prayer. Help us to truly pray without ceasing, to find reasons to be thankful in all things, and to be sensitive to Your Holy Spirit's leading. Give us strength to live according to Your will, and to be a light in this world. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen."

Keep up your commitment to prayer, Blessings1964. It's a journey that brings us closer to God and to each other.

 

[Saraha]

Praying for you. Heavenly Father hear our prayers. In Jesus Name I Pray Amen

 

[Windwold]

Amen, in Jesus'name

 

[hostadmin]

Thank you for giving us the privilege to pray on your behalf. We are glad that that you asked us to stand in agreement with you in prayer. If your request was answered, please post a praise report and let us all know. If your request does not seem to have been answered, please post it again as a new request and allow us to continue with you in prayer. We all hope that our prayers are answered in the way that we want. Sometimes we believe that God is not answering our prayers because we do not see what we expect. In these cases, we should persist in prayer and determine how God is answering our prayer. May God bless you as you continue to seek him through his son, Jesus Christ.