Draw Me Nearer: Building an Intimate Prayer Life

🔥Prayer is first and foremost about changing ourselves, not others or God.

🔥Our passion for prayer can be attacked by the enemy, causing us to lose the fire and become satisfied with religious exercise.

🔥Losing appetite for prayer and the things of God is a sign of spiritual decline and something being wrong spiritually.

🔥Consistently spending time in prayer, even when we don't feel like it, leads to transformation and growth.

🔥Prayer should be heartfelt and passionate, with our emotions and hearts fully involved.

Why is prayer important?

—Prayer is important because it is a means of transforming ourselves and developing a deeper relationship with God.

What should I do if I'm losing the passion for prayer?

—If you're losing the passion for prayer, it's important to recognize it as a direct attack from the enemy. Begin by asking God to stir up a desire for prayer within you and spend consistent time in prayer, even when you don't feel like it.

How can I develop a strong and effective prayer life?

—Developing a strong and effective prayer life involves making prayer a priority, setting aside dedicated time for prayer, and engaging your heart and emotions in the process. It is also important to seek the guidance of the Holy Spirit in your prayer life.

What is the purpose of prayer?

—The purpose of prayer is not to change God or others, but to change ourselves. Through prayer, we allow God to work on us and transform us into a better version of ourselves.

How can I stay consistent in my prayer life?

—To stay consistent in your prayer life, make prayer a daily habit, set specific goals and targets for your prayer time, and invite accountability by joining a prayer group or partnering with a prayer partner.

00:00Prayer is not about changing God or others, but about changing ourselves.

02:30Losing the passion for prayer is a direct attack from the enemy, and it's important to recognize it as such.

06:12Losing appetite for prayer and the things of God is a sign of spiritual decline.

09:53Developing a strong and passionate prayer life is essential for transformation and growth.

12:48Prayer should be heartfelt and involve our emotions and hearts.