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Bible Verses About Prayer

Prayer is the open line between a child and the Father — praise, confession, asking, listening. These Bible verses about prayer teach how, when, and why to pray without ceasing.

Philippians 4:6-7

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In nothing be anxious, but in everything, by prayer and petition with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your thoughts in Christ Jesus.

Matthew 6:6

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But you, when you pray, enter into your inner room, and having shut your door, pray to your Father who is in secret, and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly.

Jeremiah 33:3

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‘Call to me, and I will answer you, and will show you great and difficult things, which you don’t know.’

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