Understanding the Basics of Prayer

Have you ever seen anyone who has yet to take a driving lesson but is an excellent driver? Impossible right? Well, it’s also impossible for someone who never learned to pray to be good at it. No wonder Jesus’ disciples said to Him, 'Rabbi, teach us to pray.' They wanted to be effective as Jesus was because they saw the importance of prayer in His life and ministry. Likewise, every believer must desire to understand prayer and have an effective prayer life. John Wesley, an English clergyman, theologian, and revivalist known for his consistent, effective, and extraordinary prayer life, made a profound statement that sheds significant light on prayer. He said, 'It seems God is limited by our prayer life-that He can do nothing for humanity unless someone asks Him.' Life without prayer is life outside God’s influence and purpose. In turn, such a life is vulnerable, meaningless, and bleak. Therefore, it is vital to understand the fundamental truths about prayer, especially how to do it the right way. Understanding the Basics of Prayer is written to make prayer an essential part of the believer’s life, a fulfilling and transforming experience, and an effective tool for living like a Christian. Get ready to discover the answer to the question, does prayer really work? Explore the possibilities embedded in prayer, learn the principles, and conform to the practice. Welcome to a life influenced by the power of God, filled with His presence, and submerged by testimonies of fulfilled promises and answered prayers.