How can we "bring joy" to our souls through daily prayer practices? Soul-Cry of Psalm 86:4 “Gladden the soul of Your servant, for to You, O Lord, I lift up my soul.” Daily Prayer Habits That Infuse Joy • Early-morning surrender — “In the morning, LORD, You hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before You and wait expectantly.” (Psalm 5:3) • All-day gratitude — “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances.” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18) • Confession for cleansing — “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” (1 John 1:9) • Scripture-fed requests — “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly….” (Colossians 3:16) • Praise and adoration — “Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise….” (Psalm 100:4) • Silent listening — “Be still, and know that I am God….” (Psalm 46:10) • Night-time remembrance — “On my bed I remember You; I think of You through the watches of the night.” (Psalm 63:6) Anticipated Fruits of These Practices • Joy made full — “Ask and you will receive, so that your joy may be complete.” (John 16:24) • Peace guarding heart and mind — “By prayer and petition, with thanksgiving… the peace of God… will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:6-7) • Strength renewed — “Those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength….” (Isaiah 40:31) |
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