Author Archives: jbwoodward

  The famous prayer for peace is attributed to St. Francis of Assisi (c. 1182 – 1226). “Lord, make me an instrument of your peace:where there is hatred, let me sow love;where there is injury, pardon;where there is doubt, faith;where there … Continue reading →

“And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him…Continue earnestly in prayer, being vigilant in it with thanksgiving” (Colossians 3:17; 4:2). A prayer by … Continue reading →

“Jesus’ own life was an example of praying persistently. At times, Jesus was up before dawn for extended prayer with the Father. “Now in the morning, having risen a long while before daylight, He went out and departed to a solitary place; and … Continue reading →

A quote from Andrew Murray “Before prayer, it is God‘s word that prepares me for it, by revealing what the Father has bid me ask. In prayer, it is God‘s word that strengthens me by giving my faith its warrant … Continue reading →

“Let us lift up our heart with our hands unto God in the heavens.” (Lamentations 3:41) The act of prayer teaches us our unworthiness, which is a very salutary lesson for such proud beings as we are. If God gave … Continue reading →

“And the king’s servants said to the king [David], ‘We are your servants, ready to do whatever my lord the king commands.’” 2 Samuel 15:15 Spirit-led prayer requires us to fully yield to God’s good, acceptable and perfect will. “Begin … Continue reading →

“Thus says the Lord God: ‘I will also let the house of Israel inquire of Me to do this for them: I will increase their men like a flock’” (Ezek. 36:37). “…Yet you do not have because you do not … Continue reading →

International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted ChurchNovember 7, 2021 In just the last year, there have been: These numbers are heart-breaking. And yet, they do not tell the whole story. James 1:2-4 says, “Consider it pure joy, my brothers … Continue reading →

“In nothing be anxious; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God” (Phil. 4:6, ASV). “Faith does not create or produce, but rests and rejoices in what God has already done. … Continue reading →

“…pray for one another, that you may be healed and restored. The heartfelt and persistent prayer of a righteous man (believer) can accomplish much [when put into action and made effective by God—it is dynamic and can have tremendous power]. … Continue reading →