Praying for Each Other

Main Scripture: Brothers and sisters, pray for us.1 Thessalonians 5:25

 Song to Meditate On: The Prayer – Celine Dion and Andrea Bocelli http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yu3o8W5JMuU

It is rather encouraging when someone tells me that they have prayed for me. I do believe these prayers, whether they are from a family member, a friend or just from an acquaintance brings me through some very rough periods in my life.

The apostle Paul had a praying relationship with the churches he served, including the one at Thessalonica. He thanked God for the faith, love, and hope of the people (1 Thess. 1:2-3). He longed to see them, and asked God “night and day” that he might be able to visit them again (3:10-11). He requested that the Lord would help them “increase and abound in love to one another and to all” (v.12). He also prayed that their hearts would be blameless before God (v.13). They must have been encouraged as they read about Paul’s concern and prayers for them. Paul knew too his own need for God’s presence and power and pleaded, “Brethren, pray for us” (5:25).

A few years ago our Pastor asked all of us to make a wedding invitation list, and then he told us to pray for the people on our list daily. This is a good way to start praying for your friends and family members.

During rough times we all need support; prayer is a good form of support especially when there is nothing else you can do. You can pray for some of the things that the apostle Paul prayed for, but you can also find out the specific needs of these persons and pray for them as well. I am sure they will be encouraged knowing that someone is praying for them. James 5:15 tells us that “the prayer of faith shall save the sick.”

Let’s Pray,

Lord Jesus, we thank you that we can come to you on behalf of our family members and friends. Help us to always remember to always pray for them. Give them strength, protect them and comfort them and grant them favour with you and men. Continue to transform them into your image and likeness.

In Jesus Name

Amen 

Have a God Filled Day Ladies