Ephesians 6:18 says: “Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints.”
Prayer is not just a part of the Christian life—it is the Christian life. It is the channel through which we connect with the Father, receive strength, and enforce our victory in Christ.
- Praying Always
To “pray always” doesn’t mean spending every second on our knees. It means cultivating a lifestyle of constant communion with God. Prayer should be our first response, not our last resort. We can whisper prayers while driving, working, or even in silent meditation.
- All Kinds of Prayer
Paul says “all prayer and supplication.” This includes:
Thanksgiving prayers (Philippians 4:6),
Intercession for others (1 Timothy 2:1),
Spiritual warfare prayers (2 Corinthians 10:4),
Praying in tongues (1 Corinthians 14:15).
Each type has its place, and the Spirit helps us know how to pray in every situation.
- Praying in the Spirit
Praying in the Spirit means praying under the guidance and power of the Holy Ghost. Romans 8:26 tells us the Spirit helps our weakness, making intercession for us with groanings that cannot be uttered. This includes praying in tongues, but also being sensitive to His leading even when praying in our own language.
- Perseverance in Prayer
We must not give up quickly. Some breakthroughs require persistence. Jesus gave the parable of the widow and the unjust judge (Luke 18:1–8) to remind us that men “ought always to pray, and not to faint.”
- Praying for All Saints
True prayer is not selfish. The Spirit leads us to intercede for others—for family, leaders, churches, and even strangers. Your prayer may be the key to another believer’s deliverance.
💡 Reflection: Is prayer your lifestyle or just an emergency tool? Do you pray in the Spirit or only in your understanding?
🔥 Prayer Point: Lord, make me a man/woman of prayer. Help me to walk in constant communion with You, praying always in the Spirit with perseverance and faith.