Subject: How do I pray for myself? |
Bible Note: You wrote: 'Personally I don't think a christian should pray for themselves. On the other hand Jesus told us how to pray and included in the Lord's Prayer is "give us this day our daily bread" etc. Matt. 6:9-13' I don't get it. If Jesus taught His disciples to pray for themselves, why do you personally think we shouldn't? Many of the Psalms are prayers to God for oneself. Praying for oneself is not just a good idea; it is commanded. "Q. 178. What is prayer? A. Prayer is an offering up of our desires unto God, in the name of Christ, by the help of his Spirit; with confession of our sins, and thankful acknowledgment of his mercies." --Westminster Larger Catechism Yes, God knows what we think, but that does not mean that our every thought is a prayer unto God. Prayer is a purposeful activity, an act of worship and acknowledged dependence on Him alone for our every need. --Joe! |