As to the rest, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may run swiftly and be glorified, just as it has with you, Truth to Learn Our prayers need to focus on God’s glory, not our own. Behind the Words “As to the rest” is translated...
1 Thessalonians 5:25 – Humble Prayer Request
Brothers, pray for us. Truth to Learn We all need prayer so that we can bring glory to God. Behind the Words The word “brothers” is translated from adelphos, which is made up of a connective particle, a and a form of the noun delphus, meaning “the womb.” Thus,...
1 Thessalonians 5:17 – Pray Unceasingly
pray without ceasing, Truth to Learn Our prayer life is to be a continual part of our walk with God. Behind the Words “Pray” is translated from the Greek verb proseuchomai. This word is made up of pros, meaning “to or toward” and euchomai, which literally means “to speak...
Ephesians 6:18 – Perpetual Persistent Prayer
Through all prayer and supplication praying at all times in the Spirit, and in this, being watchful with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints— Truth to Learn Prayer is important in spiritual battles and at every other time. Behind the Words “Praying” is from the Greek verb...
James 5:15 – Chastening Love
And the prayer of faith will save the sickly, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he may have committed sin, it will be forgiven him. Truth to Learn God chastens those whom He loves and He forgives those who submit to Him, confessing their sins. Behind...
James 5:13 – Prayer and Praise
Is anyone among you suffering? Let him pray. Is anyone cheerful? Let him sing psalms. Truth to Learn Prayer and praise should be our natural responses to life. Behind the Words The word translated “suffering” is kakopatheō which we looked at back in verse 10. It refers to extreme...
2 Thessalonians 3:1 – Pray For God’s Glory
Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may run swiftly and be glorified, just as it is with you, Truth to Learn Our prayers need to focus on God’s glory, not our own. Behind the Words “Finally” is translated from loipos, meaning “that which remains,” “as...
1 Thessalonians 5:25 – Humble Prayer Request
Brethren, pray for us. Truth to Learn We all need prayer so that we can bring glory to God. Behind the Words The word “brethren” is translated from adelphos, which is made up of a connective particle, a and a form of the noun delphus, meaning “the womb.” Thus, adelphos...
1 Thessalonians 5:17 – Pray Unceasingly
pray without ceasing, Truth to Learn Our prayer life is to be a continual part of our walk with God. Behind the Words “Pray” is translated from the Greek verb proseuchomai. This word is made up of pros, meaning “to or toward” and euchomai, which literally means “to speak out”...
Ephesians 6:18 – Perpetual Persistent Prayer
praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints— Truth to Learn Prayer is important in spiritual battles and at every other time. Behind the Words “Praying” is from the Greek verb proseuchomai, which is...