The title “prayer warrior” describes someone who has a strong affinity. Some say it is a gift. But I think anyone can be a prayer warrior. All believers pray but certain people turn toGod more quickly and confidently in response to up and downs of life. And they are willing to ask for others as well as themselves.
When we think of the word warrior we automatically think of someone in a military uniform or fatigues. We picture them carrying offensive or defensive weapons. And we might assume the person has been trained in fighting and hopefully in strategic thinking as well.
It might not seem like this image could be associated with prayer. The Apostle Paul dedicated a section of his letter to the Ephesians to this analogy. He wanted us as followers of Christ to understand that we are indeed engaged in a war. Paul writes:
“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the Devil’s schemes. For the struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realm. Therefore put on the armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground” – Ephesians 6:10-13.
Paul goes on to list the peace’s of armor and the weapons we have in Christ to overcome the enemy’s attacks. Then he finishes with an appeal for us to use prayer as a a way to gain victory in battle.
Characteristics Of A Prayer Warrior
- They are worshipful seeking to glorify the Lord
- They are God-centered focused on His greatness and mercy
- They are empathetic and able to meet and accept people where they are
- The are persevering and determined to repeatedly lift us requests
- They are loving, wanting to help bring about God’s will for others
- They are alert and ready to be sensitive to needs and act quickly.
- They trust in God’s goodness, and lift up requests knowing that He will answer.
- They submit to God, and call on Him with a sense of awe and expectation
I used to think that I didn’t know how to pray. The main thing is to open up your heart, ears and mouth and you will be able to be a prayer warrior. Have that fellowship with God. And always be open to hear His voice and obey.
Prayers are impactful when they are motivated by love. True warriors are motivated by love. True warriors approach every request with care and respect. And they see the value in lifting up needs theirs, or other people’s, whether they know the person being prayed for or not. God sees our heart.
God calls us to see prayer as a powerful tool. A way to relate with our Heavenly Father, a way to express our need for Him, a way to show the Lord devotion and trust, and as a tangible way to support others,
Prayer warriors learn how to use prayer as an effective weapon in spiritual warfare. They make a lifestyle of turning to God, lifting up requests, waiting in expectation.
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