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1 Thessalonians 5:17 – Pray Without Ceasing

1 Thessalonians 5:17 (AMP) instructs us to “be unceasing and persistent in prayer.” The New Living Translation of the Bible simply says, “always pray.”

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What is Prayer?

According to Britannica.com, prayer is "an act of communication by humans with the sacred or holy—God, the gods, the transcendent realm, or supernatural powers."

Simply put, prayer is communication with God.

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Why is Prayer Important in Our Walk with Christ?

Why should we always pray? Because prayer strengthens our relationship with God. Just as we build friendships through time and communication, our relationship with God deepens when we consistently talk to Him.

Think about your friends. Why are you close? Because you spend time together talking, sharing experiences, and supporting one another. It’s the same with God. If you never spoke to Him, how could you build a meaningful relationship? Without communication, friendships fade—and so can our connection with God.

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What Does It Mean to Pray Without Ceasing?

To pray without ceasing means to always be in conversation with God. This doesn’t mean long, formal prayers every moment of the day. Instead, it’s about maintaining an ongoing dialogue with Him. A simple “God, I thank You,” “God, I need You,” “God, help me,” or “God, I love You” keeps you connected.

We don’t always send long texts to friends or have hour-long phone calls daily, yet our relationships remain strong because of constant, consistent communication. That’s how we build intimacy with God—through ongoing, everyday conversations.

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Ways to Pray Without Ceasing

Here are practical ways to make prayer a natural part of your daily routine:

• Morning Prayers – Start your day with thanksgiving and surrender to God.

• Short Conversations with God – Talk to Him throughout the day, like a close friend.

• Nighttime Reflection – End your day by thanking God and reflecting on His goodness.

• Pray While Doing Chores – Use cleaning or cooking time to pray for your home and family.

• Pray During Your Commute – Use travel time to talk to God or listen to worship music.

• Pray Before Sending a Message or Email – Ask God for wisdom and grace.

• Scripture-Based Prayers – Pray through Psalms or other verses.

• Set Prayer Reminders – Use phone alarms as prompts to pray.

• Keep a Prayer Journal – Write your prayers down to help focus and reflect.

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Final Encouragement

As you grow in God and increase your daily prayer life, remember this: God wants to speak with you. He is always ready to listen. Prayer is not a one-sided conversation; He speaks, and He desires for you to speak back. God will never leave you on read.

Always remember that I love you, and I want you FREE IN CHRIST.
Peace and blessings.

Be Still and Know That I Am God – Trusting God Completely

Hearing God's Voice in Prayer

The Lord has me on an interesting journey right now. One morning in prayer, I was sitting quietly because I like to give room for God to speak in our private time (something I encourage everyone to try). While sitting there, I heard, “Be still and know that I am God.” (Psalms 46:10).

What Does "Be Still and Know That I Am God" Mean?

Later that morning, I searched for the meaning of Psalms 46:10. We often see “Be still” in the Bible and think that means sitting quietly in one spot. While that may be true when talking to a child or a peer, we must realize that this scripture goes beyond the surface.

Trusting God Beyond Our Own Understanding

What is God saying when He says to “Be still” in Scripture? In Psalms 46:10 explained, God is saying to trust Him completely. This means that we cannot trust ourselves, we cannot rely on our own logic or thinking, and we cannot be dependent upon our own strength. In short, we cannot lean on our own understanding (Proverbs 3:5).

Letting Go and Letting God Work

If we are going to serve God, if we are going to live for God, we must let Him be God. We have to take our hands off of the situation and give it over to God. Total and complete surrender to God. Loosely translated, get out of God’s way and let Him cook.

Surrendering to God Brings Freedom

Is this easy? Not at all. Is it worth it? Absolutely. Is it freeing? 100%. We are mere creations—finite, flawed beings that fall victim to our emotions at any moment. We are limited. We have little to no control over the outcomes of life. So why not hand everything over to the limitless Creator? The One with all power and full control. Take the pressure off yourself and trust God.

God Is Our Refuge and Strength

Psalms 46:1 says, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” That means in God, there is safety, protection, and provision. Always.

A Call to Trust God Completely

I want to challenge you from this day forward to release control and let God be God. He is everything you need. When you feel fear and doubt creeping in, remember to be still and know that He is God and that He is your refuge and strength, always present in times of trouble.

Final Words of Encouragement

Last thing: Always remember that I love you, and I want you FREE IN CHRIST. Peace and blessings.

 

Spiritual Growth Through Daily Surrender: Lessons from Joshua 24:15

Choose God Daily – Joshua 24:15

Joshua 24:15 says, "Choose this day whom you will serve." The Lord revealed to me that this means choosing God daily—every day. Along with each day bringing new mercies, they also bring new trials, new frustrations, new issues, and new challenges. We must choose God over everything else—our anger, the desire to defend ourselves, and the temptation to operate in the flesh. This is why we must die to our flesh. We do this by choosing God—choosing His ways, His thoughts, and His will over our own.

What Would Jesus Do? (WWJD)

When I was younger, we had these bracelets with the acronym WWJD—What Would Jesus Do? This is the question we must ask ourselves in every situation. What would Jesus do? Now, granted, Jesus spoke up and said what He needed to say, but He always remembered the bigger picture and His divine assignment. Don’t forget your assignment. Don’t forget who you are. Don’t forget where you’re going.

The Daily Sacrifice of Choosing God

Choosing God is a daily sacrifice. Daily means every day, and daily means throughout the day. You are fighting against your own body and forcing it to bend to the will of God. Romans 8:7 says, “The mind of the flesh [with its sinful pursuits] is actively hostile to God. It does not submit itself to God’s law, since it cannot.” This means that you must defy your body’s natural instincts to follow the will of God.

Let the Word of God Be Your Guide

This is why it is important to know and understand scripture. What does the Word of God say about your situation? Let that be your guiding light as you strive to choose God every day, walking in faith and aligning your life with God’s will. 

Trust the Process

I love you, and I want you to experience freedom in Christ. Whatever you’re facing, know it is for your good and His glory. Stay strong, keep the faith, and remember—you are being transformed through the mess. Peace and blessings.