Episode 190: What’s the Point of Prayer?

Write this Down! with Dot Bowen

Why should we pray? In this episode, Dot and Cara explore the discipline of prayer as a pathway to intimacy with God. They discuss the common barriers to prayer, why Jesus Himself sought prayer time, and how prayer is as simple as turning every thought into conversation with God. Whether you're a seasoned prayer warrior or struggling to make time to pray, this episode will encourage you to keep the conversation with God going. Grab a cup of coffee and settle in with us as we uncover the purpose of prayer.

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Episode recap:

• Start by writing down Philippians 4:6 (0:14)
• Prayer is a conversation between you and God (2:50)
• What are some of the reasons we don’t pray? (4:00)
• Prayer helps grow our intimacy with God (7:30)
• Jesus didn’t have to pray, Jesus wanted to pray (10:27)
• Turning all your thoughts into a conversation with God is a pathway to prayer (15:15)
• Prayer humbles us and reminds us we are not God (21:00)
• Prayer is probably the most important thing a Jesus follower can do (26:00)
• Waking early allows intimate prayer time with God before the day begins (29:00)
• Prayer is a fruit of obedience (31:45)
• We can talk to God about things we can’t say to anyone else (33:15)
• Prayer will deepen your relationship with God (37:30)

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Scripture Verse: Philippians 4:6
“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.”