Why Prayer Matters - Bible Reading Plan

Why Prayer Mattersimage

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