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The Importance Of Prayer

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Prayer is the most strategic tool in the mission tool belt. When thinking of strategy the first thought that may enter a person’s mind may be of war. The fact is, that is the best parallel. Except this is not a war that people are shooting at each other (most of the time). This is a war for souls, and for salvation for those who are lost. It is the most important day to day battle that will be fought. Strategy is defined as a high level plan to achieve goals under conditions of uncertainty. Prayer fits the definition perfectly. What does that mean? "Pray also for me, that whenever I open my mouth, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel" (Ephesians 6:19). 1 When praying to God it is to …show more content…

All the planning in the world, and the enormous time spent on preparation can still bring about failure. But there is one who never fails and His plans are perfect, and will guide you on how to proceed. Missionaries face many cultural and custom challenges that could seem insurmountable. The Good News is it does not depend upon them, it depends upon our Lord. Therefore, to be a successful , prayer needs to be at the center of all that is done. This will assure that it's God's plan that is being executed and not their …show more content…

In the realm of missions there will be uncertainty. The operation will face challenges that were unexpected. Cross cultural differences will display the scope of the task that lies ahead. Prayer will be the best tool in this instance also. Prayers for patience and thoroughness and His will to be done, will be the foundation for successful missions. In conclusion, looking at prayer is not just a thing believers do. But an act of submission to the perfect will of God, is the way to have a successful mission. It will unfold and lay out God’s strategy for the most effective way to reach the lost and the unsaved. Tactics play a role in the presentation of the gospel. You do not present the gospel the same way to everyone. The best way to reach people will be revealed through prayer and the guidance of the Holy

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