A Living Faith Evidenced in Prayer (James 5:13-18)

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“Whose prayer and whose faith? Verse 14 is clear that it is the elders who are doing the praying. And since it is supposed to be a prayer of faith, it seems that the faith that is primarily in view would be of those praying that prayer of faith: the elders’ faith.” - P&D

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May 2 Is National Day of Prayer

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“NDOP gatherings are set in all 50 states, according to the organization. Many local city and county leaders join with pastors and church leaders to host gatherings in city squares or the county courthouse.” - Baptist Press

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Political Participation is a Biblical Stewardship

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“People’s hearts and minds are not changed by politics. But political and social engagement do impact the environment in which we can freely spread the gospel, and that is a stewardship we must honor.” - P&D

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6 Prayers for Work

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“In today’s hectic and competitive world, finding balance and success in our work lives can often be a challenge. As we navigate through our daily tasks, responsibilities, and interactions, it’s important to take a step back and reconnect with God.” - Common Good

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Prayer Perfumed with Praise

A sermon (No. 1469) delivered on Lord’s-Day morning, April 20th, 1879, by C. H. Spurgeon
At the Metropolitan Tabernacle, Newington

“In every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.”—Philippians 4:6.

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What Does It Mean to “Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem”?

“Pray for the peace of Jerusalem.” What exactly does that mean?

The phrase is found in Psalm 122:6. King David wrote Psalm 122 for the Israelites to sing as they went up to Jerusalem for their holy days. The word “Jerusalem” means “habitation of peace.” Peace and the City of Peace is the theme of this psalm.

All the tribes of Israel came “unto the testimony of Israel, to give thanks unto the name of the LORD.” They came to Jerusalem to visit “the house of the LORD,” to be instructed in the Word of the LORD, and to praise the LORD.

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From John Calvin: Six Reasons for Prayer

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“Thirdly, that we be prepared to receive his benefits with true gratitude of heart and thanksgiving, benefits that our prayer reminds us come from his hand” - DBTS Blog

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