Why pray? If I’m honest, sometimes I pray because I think it will improve the odds of getting what I want. Then I read about Jesus who prayed 3 times for the same thing. And I wonder why He prayed?
“My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death…Father, if it is possible, may this cup be taken from me…if it is not possible…may your will be done.” Matthew 26:38-42.
You can hear the pain in Jesus’ prayers. He prayed for strength to endure the cross. He prayed to hear from His Father. And He prayed to receive comfort. I need that reminder. Prayer is not solely about getting results.
Prayer isn’t about getting what we want. It is about surrendering to what our Father knows is best and receiving the strength and comfort to walk it out.
Why pray? Because you’re talking and listening to a God who loves you and walks with you through every moment. If your soul is overwhelmed, pray. God will meet you there. – Sandi
