Hello and welcome! Today's topic is "Prayer". Simply put, prayer is how we communicate with God. To gain a deeper understanding of this topic, we asked God a few frequently asked questions about prayer. Here's what He had to say.

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Q: WHY IS PRAYER IMPORTANT?
A: Prayer is how you communicate with Me. I speak to you through My Word (The Bible) and you, in turn, speak to Me through prayer. I desire a personal relationship with you and prayer allows you to speak to Me anytime you wish. When you call, I will answer. When you cry for help, I will say, "Here I am" (Isaiah 58:9). I will answer you, and show you great and wonderful things, which you do not know (Jeremiah 33:3).

Q: WHAT SORT OF THINGS SHOULD WE PRAY FOR?
A: You may pray for anything that you need! The reason you do not have is because you do not ask Me (James 4:2). I am here to listen and help you with any problem you are facing. Come to Me all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28). Cast all your cares to Me because I care for you (1 Peter 5:7).

In addition to making requests you can also say prayers of thanks and praise. These types of prayers please Me very much (Psalm 69:30-31).

Q: WHY SHOULD WE PRAY FOR OTHERS (James 5:16)?
A: Because My children are all part of one body - the body of Christ (1 Corinthians 12:12-27). That means those who follow Me share a special bond with one another. A bond that is held together by the blood of My Son, Jesus Christ. When someone in another country is suffering, remember that is your brother or sister who is in suffering. That is part of your body. So you should pray for each other (James 5:16). And always remember, when two or three come together in My name, there I am with them (Matthew 18:20).

Q: WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO, "PRAY WITHOUT CEASING" (1 Thes. 5:17)?
A: I want to be the center of your life. I want to be your best friend. I encourage you to pray all day long. Pray for what you need, give thanks for what you have, and take time to say "Hi". Take Me with you throughout your day. I stand at the door of your heart and knock. If you hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in and eat with you, and you with Me (Revelation 3:20).

Q: WHAT DO YOU MEAN BY, "YOU MAY ASK ME FOR ANYTHING IN MY NAME, AND I WILL DO IT" (John 14:14)?
A: If you ask for something in My name, it must be according to My character and My will. I will not grant requests that are against My nature. You ask with wrong motives and that is why you do not receive (James 4:3). But if what you ask for is according to My character and will, then it will be given to you. Seek first My kingdom and My righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well (Matthew 6:33).

Q: DO YOU ANSWER ALL PRAYERS?
A: Yes I answer all prayers. As soon as you begin to pray, an answer is given (Daniel 9:23). As I said above, I either grant requests or deny them according to My will. It is important to remember that I grant requests and gifts according to My time. Some things I will give you now and other things I will give you when you enter My kingdom. I am coming soon and My reward is with Me! (Revelation 22:12). Until then remember this: I will always do what is best for you because I love you very much. Put your faith in Me and I will lead you. I will cause all things to work together for the good of those who love Me (Romans 8:28).