Churches that pray together stay together. Prayer is a unifying force for churches, anchoring them in shared purpose and fostering spiritual growth. When congregations come together to pray, they knit their hearts together in a shared dialogue with God, seeking His will, guidance, and blessings.
In Acts 2:42 (NIV), we learn about the early church: "They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer." This foundational principle led to unprecedented unity and growth among believers. Their typical purpose in prayer not only strengthened their faith individually but also fortified the collective spirit of the church.
Praying together transcends individual needs, allowing churches to navigate challenges gracefully, celebrate joys with gratitude, and envision a hopeful future. For a church that prays together, the combined rhythm of many hearts beating in unison can bring about transformative spiritual renewal, growth, and deepened unity.
Quote Churches that pray together stay together.
Prayer
Lord, I pray for the churches near me that they would become more involved in prayer. Amen.
Action Point
If your church has no prayer meeting, ask the leadership to start one.
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Inspired by an email sent from a reader, Lewis Turner. Thank you Lewis.
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