Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints. (Ephesians 6:18)
Paul didn’t say that prayer was a particular service we go to or a time of day to focus on God. He made it a point to explain that believers are called to pray always. That phrase stresses the importance of maintaining a constant dialogue with God. This doesn’t mean we are to be on our knees 24/7, but rather that we should have an attitude of prayerfulness, where our hearts and minds are continually turned towards God. We listen and talk to God all day, every day, throughout the day.
Paul continued to explain that there are many ways to pray throughout the day. This includes prayers of adoration, confession, thanksgiving, and intercession. Each type of prayer serves a unique purpose and helps us develop a well-rounded prayer life. Praying in the Spirit means more than just tongues; it also allows the Holy Spirit to guide and empower our prayers. The Holy Spirit helps us to pray according to God’s will, even when we don’t know what to pray for.
Paul also instructed believers who to pray for—not just the ones we know and agree with. Paul told us to pray for all saints. As members of the body of Christ, we are called to support and uplift one another through prayer.
You are God’s arrow. You are the point of the spear in the earth that allows God to do what He plans on doing through your continual prayers.
Practical Application
Don't just pray down a list when praying for your church and others this week. Be sensitive to the Holy Spirit’s guidance for your prayers toward a specific area or person. Follow and flow with the Holy Spirit and be God’s arrow on the earth.