Why Prayer Matters

Jesus urges his followers to “always pray and never give up” (Luke 18:1). But what actually happens when we pray? Why does it matter? Begin this 7-day reading plan to learn seven reasons why prayer matters to the heart of God.

Day 1: Prayer is Important to God
1 Thessalonians 5:17
Ephesians 6:18
Luke 11:1-13

Day 2: Prayer Aligns Our Heart to God
James 4:1-10
1 John 1:5-9

Day 3: Prayer Gives Us Perspective
Proverbs 3:5-6
James 1:5-8
Philippians 4:6-7
Romans 8:26-30

Day 4: Prayer Preserves Our Hope
Luke 18:1-8
Mark 11:22-24
John 16:22-24

Day 5: Prayer Moves God's Heart
1 Samuel 1:9-20
James 5:13-16

Day 6: Prayer Impacts the Lives of Others
Genesis 18:20-33

Day 7: Prayer Connects With Our Creator
Psalm 27:7-8
Psalm 139:1-18
Psalm 139:23-24