How should I pray?
Jesus taught His disciples to pray - and He'll teach you too. Discover the simple keys to a powerful prayer life.
15 Bible studies address this question
What the Bible Says
These Bible studies explore Scripture passages that speak to this question. Each study will give you insight and practical application.
The Sermon on the Mount: Judging, Prayer, and Two Paths
Jesus concludes His great sermon with warnings against hypocritical judgment, an invitation to persistent prayer, and the sobering choice between two gates, two trees, and two foundations.
Teaching on Prayer and Confronting Darkness
Jesus teaches His disciples to pray through the Lord's Prayer and parables about persistence. He casts out a demon and defends His authority against accusations of working by Beelzebul. He pronounces ...
Persistent Prayer and True Humility
Jesus teaches persistence in prayer through the parable of the persistent widow. The Pharisee and tax collector reveal that God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. Jesus welcomes children...
Jesus' High Priestly Prayer
In His final hours before the cross, Jesus prays for Himself, for His disciples, and for all future believers—asking the Father to glorify Him, protect His followers, and unite all believers in perf...
The River of Life and Jesus Is Coming Soon
A river of the water of life flows from God's throne through the city; the tree of life yields fruit monthly, its leaves for healing. The curse is no more. Jesus declares: "Behold, I am coming soon." ...
Evening Prayer of Trust
David prays for relief from distress, calls his adversaries to repentance, and experiences peace and joy that come from trusting in the LORD alone.
Morning Prayer for Protection
David presents his morning prayer to God, asking for guidance and protection from enemies who speak lies, while expressing confidence that God shields the righteous.
A Prayer in Anguish
David cries out from deep distress, pleading with God not to discipline him in anger, and finds hope in God's steadfast love even as he weeps through the night.
A Prayer of the Vindicated
David calls on God to hear his righteous cause, protect him from deadly enemies, and demonstrate that his hope in God is not misplaced.
Prayer for Victory
Israel prays for their king before battle, asking God to answer him, support him, and fulfill his heart's desire, trusting that victory comes from the LORD.
A Prayer of Integrity
David asks God to vindicate him, declaring his integrity and his love for God's house while distinguishing himself from the wicked.
A Prayer for Cleansing and Renewal
David's profound psalm of repentance after his sin with Bathsheba. This deeply personal prayer reveals the path from guilt to restoration through God's mercy.
A Prayer for Deliverance
David's brief but powerful cry for help when the Ziphites betrayed his hiding place to Saul. This concise psalm moves swiftly from desperate plea to confident praise.
Continue in Prayer
Paul instructs masters to treat slaves justly. He urges continued prayer with thanksgiving and asks for prayer for open doors. Walk wisely toward outsiders; let speech be gracious and seasoned.
Prayer and Proper Worship
Paul instructs on the priority of prayer for all people including rulers, affirms God's desire for universal salvation, and provides guidance on conduct in worship, including the roles of men and wome...
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