What is a sentence?
A prayer is a shared sacred relationship with the Almighty God. It is an invisible contact built by meditation and the total surrender of oneself. In a prayer we put our pains, tears and needs before God. We believe in Him. Prayers give us comfort.
Through a prayer we express our gratitude for the blessings we have obtained. Prayer is also a time when we put our innermost struggles, heartaches, and anxieties before God and feel better.
The more we pray, the more we learn to forgive, respect, love, trust and sincerely share moments of pain and happiness with one another.
A family that prays together thrives together!
types of prayer
- Family Prayer: Family prayer is prayers that are said regularly in a family. Family members are the main participants. Guests, neighbors or house workers can also be part of it. A family prayer is usually led by the oldest member of the family. The ideal is to observe and maintain it twice a day, preferably in the morning and at night. You can include a reading from the Bible or any other holy book and explain or discuss. You can include the usual prayers and songs. A family prayer is neither too long nor too short. A prayer offering for the union and well-being of each member of the family brings love in the hearts. Thanksgiving or any special prayers can also be included in family prayers. Prayer time is a sacred time and should be recognized routinely by all members of the family. A family prayer helps all members to stay together in the difficult and difficult times of life. It makes forgiving and tolerating each other easier. It teaches love and helps to be in harmony with each other. It has the power to slowly but steadily rejuvenate a broken relationship.
- Personal Prayer – A personal prayer is defined as a personal contact or communication with God. This is the most sacred time shared with God. It is a time when one can get rid of all worries and relax for a while. It is a unique moment of solitude and meditation in which the touch of God and the power of God are experienced up close. This wonderful time spent with God strengthens a person’s potential and fills them with confidence to face life’s real struggles with enthusiasm. A personal prayer is usually done twice a day and at any time a person wants to whisper a few words to God, the Almighty Father. It includes prayer for daily needs, a plea to God for companionship, prayer for family members, strength to forgive loved ones and close ones, petition to re-unite a broken relationship. End with thanksgiving for a wonderful life, an amazing family, and for all the blessings received.
- Fasting Prayer: A fasting prayer is usually done in times of illness, pain, and to overcome life’s struggles. It is commonly performed during the season of “Lent”, a period of fasting and abstinence. It is important to do fasting prayers in the Lenten season. Helps build a strong connection with God. Lent is a sacred time in which every Christian should try to spend quality time with God every day. It is a good idea to follow a vegetarian diet during this season. Fasting prayers done with sincere repentance have a magical effect and can help heartbroken people find peace and comfort. You can include regular prayers and Bible readings. It can also be observed in families with older people as protagonists. Fasting prayers spread peace and coordination among family members. It enhances the spiritual quality of each member.
Sincere prayer offerings from the bottom of the heart, for strength, grace and health are very effective and are always answered. Miracles happen, maturity and understanding play a vital role in preventing precious relationships from being ruined, despair fades away. Prayers unite families in love and produce spiritually alert and loving members.