R.A. Torrey observed, “One of the great paradoxes of the Christian faith is that God wants us to talk to Him about everything that is going on in our lives, even though He already knows everything.” So why pray?
The life of Jesus is a life of prayer. His prayers are characterized by intensity and intimacy with the Father. He reminded us that the gathering of God’s people is to be a house of prayer (Mk. 11:17, Is. 56:7). His prayer life is intended to comfort us as He intercedes for us (Heb. 7:25); and to inspire us to grow as a people of prayer. So, let’s learn about prayer from Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane?
Mark 14:32-42
People of Prayer
September 5, 2021 • Mark 14:32–42
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Mark 15:21-41
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