The Habit of Prayerful Dependence!
Devotion by Pastor Shane - September 8, 2025
The Habit of Prayerful Dependence
Scripture: “Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:6–7).
Devotion: Prayer is the foundation upon which Christian life is nourished. According to Paul, rather than worrying over things, we should bring our requests before God. Worry weakens us; prayer energizes us. Supplication acknowledges our need, and thanksgiving reminds us of God’s past faithfulness. When these habits shape our lives, His peace—the kind the world cannot manufacture—guards our hearts and minds.
Prayer is not just a reaction to problems; it is the habit of walking daily with the Lord. When life presses in, the spiritually healthy believer reflexively turns upward, releasing burdens and receiving calm assurance in return.
Prayer:
Heavenly Father, help me to replace worry with prayer. Teach me to cultivate a habit of thanksgiving, trusting You in every circumstance. Let Your peace guard my heart and mind today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
