Before doing this study, please read this 1-minute devotion about a faithful grandmother who prayed for her family: Behind-the-Scene Prayer Warrior.
We often underestimate the power of quiet, behind-the-scenes Christians. Mos of us would be surprised how much they impact God's kingdom through their faithful prayers. No wonder so many Scriptures encourage us to pray!
1. Before Paul gives the commands to pray in Colossians 4:2 and Ephesians 6:18, he shares responsibilities of the Christian life.
Note the similarities between Ephesians 6 and Colossians 3.
In the verses below, identify words like "watchful" which describe the attitudes we should have in prayer.
Colossians 4:2: Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.
The Amplified translation adds some additional details to this verse:
Philippians 4:6: Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
1 Thessalonians 5:17: Never stop praying.
Romans 12:12: Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.
For more insights, I encourage you to check out The Healthy Prayer Life series of 1-minute devotions.
copyright 2017, Gail Burton Purath, Bite Size Bible Study, updated and edited in 2022
This has been very helpful- thank you for posting this!
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