Prayer is simply talking to God. When you think about it, it's amazing. The One who made the world, the universe, us and everything else and holds it all in place, has invited us to have conversations with Him. As many conversations - and as often as we want - and He's promised to listen to us and act on our behalf. He holds all the power in His hands - and has access to every heart, every office, every embassy and every life. We move only where we have permission and access; He goes wherever He wants!
So, is there a special way to pray, a special position to take, or special words to say that will help God listen harder or answer faster? Does length matter - like, does He like to see the devotion of a one hour prayer more than a 2 minute prayer? Are there special times in the day when God is more receptive? No to all those things. Prayer is talking with God - just like you would talk with a good friend. And when you talk to Him - remember that you are talking to Someone who loves you more than anyone ever has or ever could - and actually hears you when you don't even know what to say!
We believe in prayer at The Olive Branch because it is the most powerful thing any human can do! We believe in prayer because God has enabled us to communicate - speak our deepest thoughts, express our most urgent needs, and He wants to speak to us as well. As a way of loving Him and loving one another - WE PRAY! We pray in FAITH - meaning that our trust is in Him because He knows exactly how to answer, how to respond and what to do. So, don't stop praying!
Do you need prayer?
∗ After every Sunday morning service there are people ready and waiting to pray with you
∗ The third Wednesday evening of every month is set aside as a night of prayer and worship. In the auditorium from 7-8 PM with childcare available
∗ You can email your prayer request anytime to prayer@tob.ca