Abide Before You Ask

Reflection

What are you filling your heart with daily?

Today's Scripture

John 15:7
"If you abide in me and my words abide in you… it shall be done for you."

Devotional

Effective prayer doesn't start when you speak. It starts with what you've been putting inside you. Jesus said if His Word abides in you, then your prayers will carry power and accuracy.

When you fill your heart with Scripture, the Holy Spirit has something to draw from. In moments of pressure, truth rises up instead of fear. That foundation shapes how you pray.

If your prayers feel weak or uncertain, the issue may not be a lack of effort. It may be what you've been feeding your mind. The more you abide in His Word, the stronger your prayer life becomes.

Application

Spend time in the Word today so it becomes the foundation of your prayers.

Prayer

Lord, help me fill my heart with Your Word so my prayers are rooted in truth.

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There's Power in Jesus' Name — Pastor Kelli

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