Share each other’s burdens, and in this way obey the law of Christ.
Galatians 6:2
I have a confession to make...Several years ago, someone asked me about a struggle they were having and I, being the "good" minister immediately, as if by reflex, said "I'll be happy to pray for you." Then I almost immediately forgot about the situation until I heard this person's marriage had fallen apart and there was a struggle with addictions and depression.
I felt absolutely horrible about being so glib and not taking the time right then and there to pray with them and to keep praying for them (and with them as often as possible). Thankfully God brought others to help pray through each situation
Recently, God made it possible for me to teach on prayer to my Sunday School Class. Part of the lesson was the reminder that we should always pray for each other and pray about EVERYTHING! Not because we're trying to convince God of anything, but so we show God how dependent we are on Him. After class, I was asked to pray with a friend...this time without hesitation, we stopped right then and there and prayed together. And the prayers have not stopped yet.
Remember that we are not alone on this Earth? Remember that our experiences are usually very similar? That's for a reason! So let's start right this moment and pray for whoever God brings to your mind!
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