As to the rest, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may run swiftly and be glorified, just as it has with you, Truth to Learn Our prayers need to focus on God’s glory, not our own. Behind the Words “As to the rest” is translated...
1 Thessalonians 5:25 – Humble Prayer Request
Brothers, pray for us. Truth to Learn We all need prayer so that we can bring glory to God. Behind the Words The word “brothers” is translated from adelphos, which is made up of a connective particle, a and a form of the noun delphus, meaning “the womb.” Thus,...
1 Thessalonians 5:17 – Pray Unceasingly
pray without ceasing, Truth to Learn Our prayer life is to be a continual part of our walk with God. Behind the Words “Pray” is translated from the Greek verb proseuchomai. This word is made up of pros, meaning “to or toward” and euchomai, which literally means “to speak...
James 5:13 – Prayer and Praise
Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing psalms. Truth to Learn Prayer and praise should be our natural responses to life. Behind the Words The word translated “suffering” is kakopatheō which we looked at back in verse 10. It refers to extreme...
2 Thessalonians 3:1 – Pray For God’s Glory
Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may run swiftly and be glorified, just as it is with you, Truth to Learn Our prayers need to focus on God’s glory, not our own. Behind the Words “Finally” is translated from loipos, meaning “that which remains,” “as...
1 Thessalonians 5:25 – Humble Prayer Request
Brethren, pray for us. Truth to Learn We all need prayer so that we can bring glory to God. Behind the Words The word “brethren” is translated from adelphos, which is made up of a connective particle, a and a form of the noun delphus, meaning “the womb.” Thus, adelphos...
1 Thessalonians 5:17 – Pray Unceasingly
pray without ceasing, Truth to Learn Our prayer life is to be a continual part of our walk with God. Behind the Words “Pray” is translated from the Greek verb proseuchomai. This word is made up of pros, meaning “to or toward” and euchomai, which literally means “to speak out”...
Romans 8:26 – Our Prayer Partner
Romans 8:26 - Our Prayer Partner Likewise the Spirit also helps in our weaknesses. For we do not know what we should pray for as we ought, but the Spirit Himself makes intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. Truth to Learn The Holy Spirit knows when we...
1 Peter 4:7 – End-Time Actions
1 Peter 4:7 But the end of all things is at hand; therefore be serious and watchful in your prayers. Truth to Learn The end is very near, so be serious about what you do and how you pray. Behind the Words The word translated “end” is telos, which is...