Peace Time Prayer

Verse of the day: Colossians 1:9-10 For this reason we also, since the day we heard it, do not cease to pray for you, and to ask that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding; that you may walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him,  being fruitful in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God;

What a wonderful prayer ro pray for those we know, and are praying for. The Christians at Colossi were doing well in their faith, and loving one another, yet the Apostle Paul continued praying for them in this very area of their lives. It is not enough to pray for others only when they are in need or in turmoil. We must also continue praying for them, even when conditions have improved. His prayer for them was that they would continue to know, and follow, God's will, which is plainly spelled out for us in God's Word. Whatever it is that God commands us to do, is His will. We are to share the Gospel, love one another, read the Word, pray, and live holy lives. As we do that, He will guide us through whatever plan He has for our life. The Apostle prayed that they would have wisdom, and understanding, which, for all of us who are born again, is available through the Holy Spirit's work in us. This would result in a walk with the Lord that is pleasing to God, as we walk by faith, trusting Him, and allowing the Spirit to produce fruit in our life that is eternal (lives saved by their coming to Jesus for salvation). Most importantly He prayed that they would increase in their knowledge of God; not just what has been plainly revealed for us about His nature, and perfection (seen in His creation), but also His mind, will, and His wonderful grace. This is how we must pray for one another. Too often our prayers for each other are shallow at best. It is important that we pray that each of us would not be hindered in our quest to know our God better, personally. Our enemy wants to keep us from praying, reading God's Word, and discourage us from applying it outwardly. He will try to use circumstances, trials, and tribulations, to hinder our progress of growing in our faith. For this reason we must stay close to the Lord, love and encourage one another, and pray for each other, not just when there is a need or times of trouble, but during time of peace and tranquility as well.