Learn To Pray

QUESTION: How do I learn to pray?

ANSWER:

In certain situations, learning to pray comes very quickly. When we are in trouble, the first thing we say is, “God, please help me.” Jesus taught His disciples by example, using the prayer that we now call “The Lord’s Prayer” (Matthew 6:9-13).This is the model for prayer that we use.

• We ask God for mercy and forgiveness for the things we have done that separate us from His holiness.
• We are taught to forgive others who have done things to distress us.
• We acknowledge that God provides everything that is necessary in our lives.
• We ask for protection from our enemies and from evil.
• We grow in faith as we see God’s hand in our lives.
• The relationship with our Heavenly Father grows as we learn to trust in Him and rely upon His grace and mercy.

God will never leave us or forsake us. He will never let us down, and He always wants what is best for us. I have found that my life has improved beyond comprehension since I asked the Lord into my life and began seeking Him in prayer. Prayer is a living breathing relationship with the Creator of the universe. Try it and see.