Joel Osteen (August-15-2023) Daily Devotional: What Is Prayer?
Today's Scripture: And by him we cry, “Abba, Father.” The Spirit himself testifies with our spirit that we are God’s children. Romans 8:15–16, NIV
Today's Word: when we pray, something supernatural occurs. Prayer is the most powerful posture we can take in this earthly realm. When we pray, we connect the strongest part of ourselves with the strongest force in the universe—the Spirit of God. When we open ourselves to Him, God’s Spirit testifies with our spirit that we are His children. Prayer, then, is simply talking to our Father. When you come to God with a childlike heart, there’s no right or wrong way to pray. The important part is that you do it. Rather than think you need to commit to an hour of prayer a day, start with, “Every day I’m going to pray five minutes,” then add on to it.
Remember, prayer is a privilege. Without Jesus, we wouldn’t be able to come directly to God. We wouldn’t be able to make our requests known to Him. We wouldn’t be able to know peace that passes understanding. Make prayer a priority. Put Him first and draw strength from the wonderful privilege we have in Him.
Prayer for Today: “Father, thank You that I can come into Your presence right now because Jesus has made a way for me. Thank You for the privilege of spending time with You and being able to freely ask You for the things You have put on my heart. Speak to my spirit and show me the path for my life. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.”
