Prayer at NorthPark

At NorthPark, Prayer is a priority!  It's a priority because it is an act of faith, and we know that "without faith it is impossible to please God" and that "he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who seek Him".  We are encouraged by scripture to "Pray continually"         (1 Thessalonians 5:17).  We're also encouraged  to "be anxious for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God."  (Phillipians 4:6) God's Word is so practical!  God knows us.  He knows we often want to "do something" that only He can do.  Out of His goodness, He allows us to participate in His redemptive, healing, soveriegn work--through prayer!  A clear understanding of who we are--the creation--and Who He is--The Creator--gives way to a clear understanding of our role in getting things done.  When we are desirous of something or we're in need, there is something we can do...we can pray!  We have a good God who cares intimately for each of us and loves to answer prayer!