Good day Templar family
Communicating with God
Scripture
John 8:47
"Whoever is of God hears the words of God. The reason why you do not hear them is that you are not of God."
Communication is one of the most important parts of any relationship. Healthy friendships, strong marriages, and successful workplaces all depend on clear and honest communication. Our relationship with God is no different.
Prayer is our way of communicating with our Heavenly Father. However, prayer is much more than... moreGood day Templar family
Communicating with God
Scripture
John 8:47
"Whoever is of God hears the words of God. The reason why you do not hear them is that you are not of God."
Communication is one of the most important parts of any relationship. Healthy friendships, strong marriages, and successful workplaces all depend on clear and honest communication. Our relationship with God is no different.
Prayer is our way of communicating with our Heavenly Father. However, prayer is much more than presenting a list of requests. God is not a genie who exists to grant our wishes, nor is prayer a way of persuading Him to change His perfect will. Jesus taught us to pray, "Your will be done" (Matthew 6:10), reminding us that prayer aligns our hearts with God's purposes.
Through prayer, we draw near to God. We bring Him our burdens, confess our sins, thank Him for His blessings, praise His holy name, and intercede for others. Prayer deepens our fellowship with Him and strengthens our faith.
While we speak to God through prayer, He speaks to us through His Word. The Bible is God's clear and trustworthy revelation. We do not need to search for hidden signs or rely on uncertain feelings to know His will. God is a God of order, and He has faithfully revealed His truth through Scripture. As we spend time reading and meditating on His Word, the Holy Spirit helps us understand and apply it to our lives.
During prayer, take time to be still before the Lord. Listen with a heart that is open to His Word. Allow His truth to shape your thoughts, your decisions, and your character.
Communication is a skill that we can all continue to develop. As followers of Christ, may our words be truthful, loving, and full of grace. Above all, may our communication with God become a daily priority, drawing us into a deeper relationship with the One who loves us perfectly.
Prayer
Heavenly Father, thank You for inviting me into a relationship with You. Teach me to pray according to Your will and to listen carefully as You speak through Your Word. Help me to trust Your truth above my feelings and to communicate with others in a way that reflects the love and grace of Jesus Christ. Draw me closer to You each day. In Jesus' name, Amen.
Have a blessed day and week
MC Louis Steyn
Priory of St.Miltiades
Freedom in Christ
