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| Pray Without Ceasing By Billy Graham • September 18 “Men always ought to pray and not lose heart.” —Luke 18:1, NKJV A prayer does not have to be eloquent or contain the language and terms of a theologian. In fact, sometimes our simplest, most heartfelt prayers are the most pleasing to God. When you made your decision for Christ, you became a child of God, adopted by Him into His family forever. Now you have the wonderful privilege of coming directly into His presence and addressing God as your Father. In the beginning you may not be fluent, but it’s important to begin. My late wife had a notebook she had kept of our children as they were beginning to talk. She treasured these first attempts, mistakes and all. She said, “I wouldn’t take anything for that book.” When Paul said we should “pray without ceasing” (1 Thessalonians 5:17), he chose a term used in his day to describe a persistent cough. Repeatedly, throughout our day, we should be turning quickly to God to praise and thank Him, and to ask for His help. God is interested in everything we do, and nothing is too great or too insignificant to share with Him.  Hope for TodayDo you struggle with knowing what to say when you pray? Paul told his readers to offer thanks and present their requests (Philippians 4:6.) Acknowledge your sin and shortcomings. Thank God for His grace, gifts, and guidance. Trust Him, knowing that He loves you with an everlasting love. | ||
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| Q: How can I stop my mind from drifting when I pray? | ||
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Devotion text from Hope for Each Day with Billy Graham, © Billy Graham, published by Thomas Nelson, Inc. Bible translation used with permission. | ||
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