prayer, to me, is an application of my very being - spirit, soul, body - willing to seek guidance, help, interceding - for our troubles that are outside or even within of our control.

I believe in God as being an entity capable of creation itself, who has decidedly favored our actuality and need for direction and gives consideration for such, in this life. Many guides are found already in the Bible, but too few assess their need for such.

Promise of Strength and Help: God promises to provide strength and support in times of trouble. For example, Isaiah 41:10 says, "Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand."

Promise of Guidance: God offers to guide and lead His people along the right path. Psalm 32:8 reflects this with, "I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my eye upon you."

Promise of Peace: God provides peace to those who trust in Him, even in difficult times. John 14:27 says, "Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid."

Promise of Provision: God promises to meet the needs of His people. Philippians 4:19 reassures with, "And my God will supply every need of yours according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus."

Promise of Eternal Life: For those who believe, God promises eternal life. John 3:16 captures this beautifully: "For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life."

These promises have brought comfort and hope to me and many over centuries.

The need for prayer will never diminish, God surely can intervene, but there is that desire for relationship as a Father He has to a daughter and son, as demonstrated by Jesus, which is important.


In many religions, prayer serves as a profound and intentional way for humans to connect with God. God is fully aware of our needs, prayer is often seen as more than just a request line; it's an act of faith, trust, and relationship-building.

It gives us also the expression of free will, no two prayers from individuals seeking help are alike. Like snowflakes, we each have different needs at different times. Prayer allows people to consciously invite God into their lives and situations, respecting the free will He has given.

It's always a choice to open one's heart rather than an assumption that God will intervene without invitation.

Prayer is about cultivating a personal bond with God. Through prayer, believers' express gratitude, seek guidance, confess struggles, and align their hearts with His will. We have His word for many insights and right ways to live and act. But there's a gap in our ability to contain all that knowledge and make it available always. We are finite and limited in our containment of principles. It's fairly easy to see, based on our own experiences, what appears right or wrong. But there's not always the clear path to resolve them. We have limited ability.

We need growth, reflection, to look to gain clarity, peace, and understanding, especially if circumstances don’t change immediately.

Lastly, I believe there is the avenue of trust by giving oneself to prayer. It is a way of acknowledging my reliance on God and recognizing that He holds ultimate authority and wisdom.

The idea that God sees our needs but invites us to communicate through prayer reflects both His omniscience and His desire for a meaningful relationship with us.

Prayer is action to me.. one can and must still give to those they find needy, within their capability and means.

And I'm not sure this, nor any other government in recent times, has totally given themselves to that.

So, I pray and act accordingly, as my faith is stirred to measures to be taken.

It's easy to exploit other's weaknesses and lack, not so much to acknowledge our own.