Title

Prayer Warriors

Scripture
Continue earnestly in prayer, being vigilant in it with thanksgiving.
(Colossians 4:2)
Devotional
The Bible has much to say about prayer. Prayer is the battleground for the believer. It is the place of victory or defeat. If the battle is won on our knees it will not have to be fought on our feet. The only thing remaining to do is walk in the victory. In verse twelve of this chapter, the apostle Paul commends a fellow believer named Epaphras for being one who always labors fervently in prayer. The apostle’s commendation was not toward Mark or Barnabas who were workers with him, but to the man of prayer. The battle field of God’s warriors is prayer. Prayer is not easy. It takes work, sacrifice, and diligence. Just like any warrior, prayer warriors must train and discipline themselves for the battle. The Kingdom of God needs more warriors, men and women who are willing to pay the price to get ahold of heaven.
Thought For The Night
“Prayer is central to the lives of countless Americans, including Laura’s and mine. We have been blessed by the prayers of millions of Americans. We could ask for no greater gift from our countrymen.” George W. Bush, www.presidentialprayerteam.org.
Evening Text
Colossians 4:2: Continue earnestly in prayer, being vigilant in it with thanksgiving.
Looking for Answers
 
Evening Study Guide
Defining: “Prayer”: “In worship, a solemn address to the Supreme Being, consisting of adoration, or an expression of our sense of God’s glorious perfections, confession of our sins, supplication for mercy and forgiveness, intercession for blessings on others, and thanksgiving, or an expression of gratitude to God for his mercies and benefits. A prayer however may consist of a single petition, and it may be extemporaneous, written or printed,” Noah Webster’s 1828 Dictionary.
 
Referencing: “I desire… that the men pray everywhere, lifting up holy hands, without wrath and doubting,” 1 Timothy 2:8.
 
Applying: Pray every morning, pray before meals, pray while driving, pray when prompted, pray when angered, pray when happy or sad, pray at the end of the day, pray without ceasing.