Here are some specific ways Christians can pray for the current COVID-19 situation: #1: Prayers of Praise. Yes, it might seem awkward to offer a prayer of praise in this situation, but we must always start with God in our prayers. To clarify, we are not praising God that people are sick and dying. Instead, … More Ways to Pray for the COVID-19 Situation
Here’s a list of prayers I offer up on Saturday night in preparation for Sunday worship: Prayers on behalf of my own soul and family: Give me integrity of heart to love and serve my wife Give my wife love for Christ and the church Give me confidence in the Spirit and the Word, not … More A Pastor’s Saturday Night Prayer
Recently, I was exposed to J.C. Ryle’s works. Initially, I didn’t think much, but as I read I find his work to be relevant and convicting. Listen to his words regarding young men in the church: Let us ask any faithful minister of the gospel, and note what he will tell us. How many unmarried … More A Voice from the Past Speaking to Young Men
“Will you pray for me?” is an all too common request heard by Christians around the world. Even the nonreligious people sometimes nod toward spirituality and ask their Christian friends to pray for them. And as a hospice chaplain, I find myself praying daily with unbelievers not only are open to prayer but regularly ask … More How to Pray with Unbelievers
I started Tim Keller’s book on prayer and so far it has been a delight to read. In Keller’s discussions on communion with God through prayer, he quotes the famous John Murray. Murray says, “It is necessary for us to recognize that there is an intelligent mysticism in the life of faith . . . of living union … More Experiencing Your Theology (Keller)
