In my last blog post I mentioned the importance of praying the names of God.
Praying with the names of God, addressing Him personally, can be a wonderful reminder of His Holy attributes and a way of honoring and worshiping Him.
This week I want to share some additional reasons to pray with His names. Remember I’m not telling you how to pray, I’m just suggesting some ways to pray.
The second is Declaration.
Praying the names of God declares who He is and the mighty things He has done. When we feel weak, discouraged, or even tempted by the enemy, we can call upon the name of the Lord boldly, knowing He is mighty to save.
We can pray and declare who God is by addressing Him as the Lord God Almighty.
Tell Him there is no one like Him. Then go on to say “As Your word says, You are the great I AM. You are the Chief Cornerstone of my faith. There is no other foundation. There is no other way. For You are the Way, the Truth and the Life. I worship You today and declare Your praise. In every area of my life, I know You are working to refine me and restore me. Thank You, Lord for being my Helper and my Friend. I will forever lift up Your name and declare who You are.”
The Third is Comfort.
Praying the names of God brings comfort to our weary souls. Just by speaking the names of the Lord aloud, a sense of peace washes over us by His Spirit. Throughout the Scriptures, we are given wonderful words of hope and joy. Turn your prayers into reminders of God’s steadfast love and be comforted today.
We can pray and remember the God of all comfort to heart, mind and spirit, Start by calling Him Father using words that bring us comfort. Let God know how we long to remain in His presence. Then say things like “In You, I find peace and rest. You truly are the God of all Comfort. You lead me to quiet pastures; You restore my soul. Please help me abide in You, the True Vine. I need Your loving protection to guard against the winds of change that blow. I need Your words of truth to settle my wandering heart. Thank You, Lord, for being my blessed hope. Thank You for being El-Roi, the God who sees. You are Faithful and True.”
The more we focus on praying God’s names the more comfortable it will feel for us and we will find ourselves praying more earnestly and relational.
Blessings and Stay Safe,
Pastor Chuck
Praying with the names of God, addressing Him personally, can be a wonderful reminder of His Holy attributes and a way of honoring and worshiping Him.
This week I want to share some additional reasons to pray with His names. Remember I’m not telling you how to pray, I’m just suggesting some ways to pray.
The second is Declaration.
Praying the names of God declares who He is and the mighty things He has done. When we feel weak, discouraged, or even tempted by the enemy, we can call upon the name of the Lord boldly, knowing He is mighty to save.
We can pray and declare who God is by addressing Him as the Lord God Almighty.
Tell Him there is no one like Him. Then go on to say “As Your word says, You are the great I AM. You are the Chief Cornerstone of my faith. There is no other foundation. There is no other way. For You are the Way, the Truth and the Life. I worship You today and declare Your praise. In every area of my life, I know You are working to refine me and restore me. Thank You, Lord for being my Helper and my Friend. I will forever lift up Your name and declare who You are.”
The Third is Comfort.
Praying the names of God brings comfort to our weary souls. Just by speaking the names of the Lord aloud, a sense of peace washes over us by His Spirit. Throughout the Scriptures, we are given wonderful words of hope and joy. Turn your prayers into reminders of God’s steadfast love and be comforted today.
We can pray and remember the God of all comfort to heart, mind and spirit, Start by calling Him Father using words that bring us comfort. Let God know how we long to remain in His presence. Then say things like “In You, I find peace and rest. You truly are the God of all Comfort. You lead me to quiet pastures; You restore my soul. Please help me abide in You, the True Vine. I need Your loving protection to guard against the winds of change that blow. I need Your words of truth to settle my wandering heart. Thank You, Lord, for being my blessed hope. Thank You for being El-Roi, the God who sees. You are Faithful and True.”
The more we focus on praying God’s names the more comfortable it will feel for us and we will find ourselves praying more earnestly and relational.
Blessings and Stay Safe,
Pastor Chuck
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