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A Christians prayerful response to the true and living God includes faith,

worship, confessions, adoration, praise, thanksgiving, and dedicated


action. (You will learn more about this in Bible 800.)
When the content of our prayers is motivated by love and confidence in God,
we can rest assured that confirmation is on the way. God knows what we need
before we pray, but sometimes our prayers are unanswered because of hindrances
to praying. Because God is holy, loving, and wise, he will not grant every request in
prayer. (You will learn more about this is Bible 800.)
You will learn about the benefits of prayer for the one who prays and intercessory
prayer I Bible 800. Here are the general ideas:
**The Bible shows us that prayer is effective for the one who prays, for the one
about whom he prays, and for the world in general (See the next two
sections.)**
For the one who prays, the petitioner, prayer can supply some of the most urgent
needs of life. The petitioner may receive:

Freedom from fear


Strength of soul
Guidance & satisfaction
Wisdom & understanding
Deliverance from harm
Reward
Good gifts
Fullness of joy
Peace
Freedom from anxiety

Intercessory Prayer, or praying on behalf of others, could result in:

Greater wisdom and power


Inner strength, knowledge of the love of Christ, & all the fullness of God
Discernment
Approval of what is excellent
The filling of the fruits of righteousness
Knowledge of Gods will
Spiritual understanding
A life pleasing to God
Endurance, patience, & joy
A quiet, peaceful lifeGodly & respectful in every way
Love for one another & for all men
Holiness before God
The worthiness of Gods call

Fulfillment of every good purpose & work of faith


Comfort and establishment in every good word & deed.
A love of God & steadfastness of Christ
The sharing of faith
The promotion of knowledge of all that is good
The equipment for doing every good thing
The work of God withinenabling men to do that which is pleasing in His
sight.

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